Virginia Cavaliers vs. Clemson Tigers: 2024 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

Clemson Tigers defeated Virginia Cavaliers 48–31 in Week 8, 2024. Final score: Virginia Cavaliers 31, Clemson Tigers 48.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Virginia Cavaliers	3	6	0	18	31
Clemson Tigers	3	12	18	9	48

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Cade Klubnik (Clemson) — 308.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.45 EPA/play +15.38 EPA
• Tony Muskett (Virginia) — 119.0 yds · 2 TD · +1.87 EPA/play +13.12 EPA
• Antonio Williams (Clemson) — 34.0 yds · +2.92 EPA/play +2.92 EPA

Rushing

• Phil Mafah (Clemson) — 99.0 yds · 2 TD +0.36 EPA
• Kobe Pace (Virginia) — 35.0 yds -0.33 EPA
• Anthony Colandrea (Virginia) — 51.0 yds +0.37 EPA

Receiving

• Troy Stellato (Clemson) — 7 rec · 74.0 yds +0.70 EPA
• Jake Briningstool (Clemson) — 5 rec · 53.0 yds +0.56 EPA
• T.J. Moore (Clemson) — 3 rec · 78.0 yds +2.22 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Cade Klubnik	Clemson	34	64.7%	308	3	+0.45	+15.38
Tony Muskett	Virginia	7	85.7%	119	2	+1.87	+13.12
Antonio Williams	Clemson	1	100.0%	34	0	+2.92	+2.92
Christopher Vizzina	Clemson	1	100.0%	3	0	-0.50	-0.50
Anthony Colandrea	Virginia	30	50.0%	130	2	-0.29	-8.82

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Virginia	Clemson
Plays	62	72
EPA / play	+0.107	+0.387
Total EPA	+6.61	+27.90
Success rate	46.8%	51.4%
Pass EPA / play	+0.116	+0.495
Rush EPA / play	+0.093	+0.280
Yards	375	562

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Virginia	3	9	-1.41	Punt
Q1	Clemson	10	79	+2.64	Field goal
Q1	Virginia	13	58	-1.95	Field goal
Q1	Clemson	3	12	-3.47	Interception
Q2	Virginia	6	34	+2.92	Pass TD
Q2	Clemson	10	59	+3.74	Rush TD
Q2	Virginia	3	9	-1.49	Punt
Q2	Clemson	3	61	+5.24	Rush TD
Q2	Virginia	3	2	-1.48	Punt
Q2	Clemson	3	8	-0.33	Punt
Q2	Virginia	8	30	-1.38	Punt
Q2	Clemson	12	96	+7.77	Pass TD
Q3	Virginia	3	5	-2.53	Punt
Q3	Clemson	7	68	+5.31	Rush TD
Q3	Virginia	5	24	-3.83	Fumble
Q3	Clemson	4	49	+2.94	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Virginia Cavaliers · Fumble (-6.54 EPA)
2. Q4 · Virginia Cavaliers · Tony Muskett pass to Ethan Davies for a touchdown (65 yards) (+6.1 EPA)
3. Q4 · Virginia Cavaliers · Anthony Colandrea pass to Malachi Fields for a touchdown (44 yards) (+4.79 EPA)
4. Q4 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to T.J. Moore for a touchdown (34 yards) (+4.51 EPA)
5. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass intercepted (-4.48 EPA)
6. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Cade Klubnik pass to Olsen Patt-Henry for a touchdown (40 yards) (+4.46 EPA)
7. Q3 · Virginia Cavaliers · Anthony Colandrea sacked for a loss of 11 yards (2nd & 1) (-4.01 EPA)
8. Q4 · Virginia Cavaliers · Tony Muskett pass to Sackett Wood Jr. for a touchdown (8 yards) (+3.87 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Clemson Tigers controlled the final (48–31) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Cade Klubnik (Clemson) — 308.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: Clemson at 0.387 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 Virginia Cavaliers vs Clemson Tigers?

Virginia Cavaliers 31, Clemson Tigers 48 in Week 8 of the 2024 college football season.

Who won Virginia Cavaliers vs Clemson Tigers?

Clemson Tigers won with a final score of 31–48.

Where can I find the Virginia Cavaliers vs Clemson Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401635588.

Who led Virginia Cavaliers vs Clemson Tigers in passing?

Cade Klubnik (Clemson) led passers with 308.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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