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Clemson faces uphill battle for ACC championship after Miami loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 2:40 AM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Clemson faces uphill battle for ACC championship after Miami loss

Summary

Clemson's hopes for the Atlantic Coast Conference championship are slim following a 41-13 defeat to Miami. With a record of 3-2 and 2-1 in conference play, Clemson must win its remaining five ACC games to remain in contention. The team no longer controls its destiny within the league and will need favorable outcomes from rival teams. A critical matchup is scheduled against Florida State on October 31, where Clemson has the chance to defeat another contender, impacting its standing further.

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By the Numbers

•Clemson lost 41-13 to Miami, dropping to 3-2 this season.
•The Tigers must win all remaining five ACC games to qualify for the championship.
•Clemson's next game is against Florida State on October 31.
•With a head-to-head loss to Miami, their path to Charlotte depends on Miami's continued success.
•Clemson needs results from other teams to bolster their tiebreaker scenarios.

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2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Dabo Swinney Needs A Miracle Run To Save Clemson’s Season

What they're saying

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Clemson’s margin for error has evaporated, but its path to the Atlantic Coast Conference championship game in Charlotte remains mathematically viable if the Tigers can execute a flawless stretch run and get help across the league. Following a 41-13 home loss to Miami, Clemson (3-2, 2-1 ACC) no longer controls its own destiny in the […] The post Dabo Swinney Needs A Miracle Run To Save Clemson’s Season appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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