CLEMSON – Clemson did what it needed to do against Miami Saturday.
No. 9 Clemson was impressive early on both offense and defense and then survived a lackluster offensive performance for much of the second half on its way to a 40-10 victory over Miami on Senior Day in Death Valley Saturday.
Clemson improves to 10-1 overall and finishes 8-0 in ACC play. Miami falls to 5-6 overall and 3-4 in the ACC. Clemson had 447 yards of total offense, while Miami was held to just 98 yards. DJ Uiagalelei finished 22-of-34 for 227 yards, two touchdowns and an interception.