Clemson Tigers vs. NC State Wolfpack: 2023 Week 9 Recap

Quick answer

NC State Wolfpack defeated Clemson Tigers 24–17 in Week 9, 2023. Final score: Clemson Tigers 17, NC State Wolfpack 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Clemson Tigers	0	6	6	9	17
NC State Wolfpack	6	3	6	0	24

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Brennan Armstrong (NC State) — -4.0 yds · -1.53 EPA/play -1.53 EPA
• MJ Morris (NC State) — 122.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.11 EPA/play -2.39 EPA
• Cade Klubnik (Clemson) — 220.0 yds · -0.14 EPA/play -6.87 EPA

Rushing

• Phil Mafah (Clemson) — 96.0 yds · 2 TD +0.24 EPA
• Michael Allen (NC State) — 23.0 yds -0.33 EPA
• Will Shipley (Clemson) — 23.0 yds -0.15 EPA

Receiving

• Beaux Collins (Clemson) — 4 rec · 40.0 yds -0.17 EPA
• Jake Briningstool (Clemson) — 8 rec · 93.0 yds +0.92 EPA
• Kevin Concepcion (NC State) — 5 rec · 85.0 yds +0.77 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Brennan Armstrong	NC State	1	0.0%	-4	0	-1.53	-1.53
MJ Morris	NC State	22	50.0%	122	2	-0.11	-2.39
Cade Klubnik	Clemson	50	62.0%	220	0	-0.14	-6.87

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Clemson	NC State
Plays	79	46
EPA / play	-0.122	-0.229
Total EPA	-9.66	-10.52
Success rate	40.5%	17.4%
Pass EPA / play	-0.269	-0.171
Rush EPA / play	+0.145	-0.287
Yards	374	220

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Clemson	3	4	-2.94	Punt
Q1	NC State	3	7	-2.58	Punt
Q1	Clemson	5	25	-2.02	Interception
Q1	NC State	4	62	+4.94	Pass TD
Q1	Clemson	5	17	-1.81	Punt
Q1	NC State	3	2	-2.51	Punt
Q1	Clemson	3	2	-3.34	Punt
Q1	NC State	7	27	-2.96	Field goal
Q2	Clemson	9	77	+6.63	Rush TD
Q2	NC State	3	3	-1.74	Punt
Q2	Clemson	3	5	-2.04	Punt
Q2	NC State	3	-6	-1.58	Punt
Q2	Clemson	8	30	-0.57	Missed FG
Q3	NC State	4	19	-1.41	Punt
Q3	Clemson	3	6	-1.60	Punt
Q3	NC State	3	-1	-3.55	Punt

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Interception returned for a touchdown (-6.85 EPA)
2. Q3 · NC State Wolfpack · MJ Morris pass to Kevin Concepcion for a touchdown (72 yards) (+5.68 EPA)
3. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass intercepted (-4.37 EPA)
4. Q4 · Clemson Tigers · Fumble (-3.33 EPA)
5. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to Jake Briningstool for 14 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.18 EPA)
6. Q1 · NC State Wolfpack · MJ Morris pass to Kevin Concepcion for a touchdown (9 yards) (+3.18 EPA)
7. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to Jake Briningstool for 19 yards (2nd & 14) (+2.95 EPA)
8. Q1 · NC State Wolfpack · Kevin Concepcion rushes for 50 yards (1st & 10) (+2.58 EPA)

Key takeaways

• NC State Wolfpack controlled the final (24–17) in Week 9.
• Passing edge: Brennan Armstrong (NC State) — -4.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Clemson at -0.122 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Clemson Tigers vs NC State Wolfpack?

Clemson Tigers 17, NC State Wolfpack 24 in Week 9 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Clemson Tigers vs NC State Wolfpack?

NC State Wolfpack won with a final score of 17–24.

Where can I find the Clemson Tigers vs NC State Wolfpack box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401525534.

Who led Clemson Tigers vs NC State Wolfpack in passing?

Brennan Armstrong (NC State) led passers with -4.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Clemson Tigers at NC State Wolfpack in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.