Clemson edges Florida State with freshman quarterback's late touchdown
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Clemson secured a 36-24 victory over Florida State in Tallahassee on October 31. Freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds contributed three touchdowns, including a pivotal 79-yard run in the fourth quarter that halted a Seminoles rally. Clemson’s defense forced four turnovers and allowed only 65 rushing yards, while kicker Nolan Hauser was successful on all five field goal attempts. The win improves Clemson to 5-3 overall and 3-2 in ACC play, as they prepare to face Syracuse next Saturday.
- •Clemson leads 23-10 at halftime after strong defensive plays.
- •Tait Reynolds finishes with 189 passing yards and 85 rushing yards.
- •Florida State's comeback attempt falls short after trailing 29-10.
- •Clemson improves to 5-3 overall, 3-2 in the ACC.
- •Next game for Clemson is against Syracuse on November 7.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Clemson torches Florida State behind true freshman quarterback pop-off
"Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers stayed alive in the race for the ACC after a big road win over the Florida State Seminoles.
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