Clemson shuts out Charleston Southern 37-0 in football game
Clemson's defense limits Charleston Southern to 76 yards as Tigers win 37-0 at Memorial Stadium.
Clemson defeated Charleston Southern 37-0 on Saturday during Military Appreciation Day at Memorial Stadium, according to WISTV. The Tigers' defense was dominant, allowing only 76 total yards of offense and forcing Charleston Southern to go 0-for-11 on third-down conversions.
Clemson's defense contributed heavily with 13 tackles for loss and a defensive touchdown. Key defensive players included Vic Burley, Caden Story, London Merritt, and C.J. Kubah-Taylor, with Story recording a career-best 3.0 tackles for loss and Ashton Hampton leading with four tackles.
Offensively, Clemson amassed 438 total yards, with 231 rushing yards and 207 passing yards. Chris Johnson Jr. scored two rushing touchdowns, while Gideon Davidson added one. Freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds passed for 127 yards and rushed for 40.
Kicker Nolan Hauser had a perfect day, making three field goals including a 59-yarder, the second-longest in Clemson program history, contributing 12 points. The Tigers started strong with a kickoff return setting up an early field goal and continued to build their lead through sustained drives.
Charleston Southern struggled to move the ball and missed a 50-yard field goal attempt, which Clemson capitalized on to maintain control of the game throughout.
The win improves Clemson's record to 4-2 overall and 2-1 in the ACC, while Charleston Southern falls to 3-4 overall and 0-2 in the OVC.
Fans in the Charleston area saw their team held scoreless as Clemson's strong defense and balanced offense dominated the game.
- wistv.com: Clemson shuts out Charleston Southern , 37 - 0
- ktop1490.com: Clemson uses ground game , defense to overwhelm Charleston Southern
- ABC News 4 WCIV: Chris Johnson Jr. runs for 2 TDs and Clemson posts 1st shutout in 5 seasons with 37-0 win
- Live 5 WCSC: Chris Johnson Jr. runs for 2 TDs and Clemson posts 1st shutout in 5 seasons with 37-0 win over Charleston Southern
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