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Stats & Storylines: Clemson defense leads comeback over Syracuse

Clemson had four turnovers, including a fumble that was returned 90 yards for a touchdown, and yet they still found a way to win. It wasn’t the prettiest offensive display, but Will Shipley, Phil Mafah, and the offensive line pushed the offense forward as the defense shut out Syracuse in the second half. Now, Clemson needs just one more ACC win to clinch the Atlantic Division.

There’s a lot to discuss from this one so let’s dive right in.

There’s really no sense in sugarcoating it. Uiagalelei played horribly. He didn’t see open receivers, he was late on throws, he fumbled, and he severely overthrew his receiver on the third-quarter interception that became his final play of the game.