SMU Mustangs vs. Clemson Tigers: 2025 Week 8 Recap

Quick answer

SMU Mustangs defeated Clemson Tigers 35–24 in Week 8, 2025. Final score: SMU Mustangs 35, Clemson Tigers 24.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
SMU Mustangs	6	9	6	12	35
Clemson Tigers	0	6	9	6	24

Stars of the game

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

Passing

• Christopher Vizzina (Clemson) — 332.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.43 EPA/play +19.75 EPA
• Kevin Jennings (SMU) — 295.0 yds · 2 TD · -0.03 EPA/play -1.35 EPA

Rushing

• Christopher Vizzina (Clemson) — 29.0 yds -1.52 EPA
• T.J. Harden (SMU) — 16.0 yds -0.43 EPA
• Adam Randall (Clemson) — 29.0 yds -0.20 EPA

Receiving

• Jordan Hudson (SMU) — 7 rec · 131.0 yds +0.80 EPA
• Adam Randall (Clemson) — 5 rec · 40.0 yds -0.20 EPA
• T.J. Moore (Clemson) — 5 rec · 124.0 yds +1.76 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Christopher Vizzina	Clemson	46	63.0%	332	3	+0.43	+19.75
Kevin Jennings	SMU	44	52.3%	295	2	-0.03	-1.35

Team EPA comparison

Stat	SMU	Clemson
Plays	71	73
EPA / play	+0.027	-0.087
Total EPA	+1.90	-6.38
Success rate	35.2%	34.2%
Pass EPA / play	-0.031	+0.429
Rush EPA / play	+0.120	-0.968
Yards	439	392

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Clemson	5	22	-0.53	Punt
Q1	SMU	5	18	-1.02	Punt
Q1	Clemson	5	24	-10.09	Fumble
Q1	SMU	3	3	-3.25	Punt
Q1	Clemson	3	9	-1.20	Punt
Q1	SMU	1	70	+5.39	Pass TD
Q1	Clemson	3	9	-1.37	Punt
Q1	SMU	3	3	-2.68	Punt
Q1	Clemson	3	3	-3.40	Punt
Q1	SMU	9	33	-1.00	Field goal
Q2	Clemson	6	75	+6.32	Pass TD
Q2	SMU	9	48	+0.18	Field goal
Q2	Clemson	4	9	-3.73	Ended
Q2	SMU	7	24	-0.96	Field goal
Q2	Clemson	3	8	-0.45	Punt
Q2	SMU	1	2	0.00	Ended

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q3 · Clemson Tigers · Christopher Vizzina pass to T.J. Moore for a touchdown (62 yards) (+7.38 EPA)
2. Q4 · Clemson Tigers · Christopher Vizzina pass to Tristan Smith for a touchdown (23 yards) (+6.19 EPA)
3. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Fumble (-6.1 EPA)
4. Q1 · Clemson Tigers · Fumble (-5.96 EPA)
5. Q1 · SMU Mustangs · Kevin Jennings pass to Jordan Hudson for a touchdown (70 yards) (+5.39 EPA)
6. Q4 · SMU Mustangs · Chris Johnson Jr. rushes 6 yards for a touchdown (+3.7 EPA)
7. Q3 · SMU Mustangs · Derrick McFall rushes 35 yards for a touchdown (+3.59 EPA)
8. Q2 · Clemson Tigers · Christopher Vizzina pass to T.J. Moore for a touchdown (32 yards) (+3.38 EPA)

Key takeaways

• SMU Mustangs controlled the final (35–24) in Week 8.
• Passing edge: Christopher Vizzina (Clemson) — 332.0 yds, 3 TD.
• EPA edge: SMU at 0.027 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 SMU Mustangs vs Clemson Tigers?

SMU Mustangs 35, Clemson Tigers 24 in Week 8 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won SMU Mustangs vs Clemson Tigers?

SMU Mustangs won with a final score of 35–24.

Where can I find the SMU Mustangs vs Clemson Tigers box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401754565.

Who led SMU Mustangs vs Clemson Tigers in passing?

Christopher Vizzina (Clemson) led passers with 332.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

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