Clemson Defeats Pitt 24-20 in ACC Showdown

Clemson narrowly defeated Pittsburgh 24-20, keeping alive its hopes for the ACC Championship Game and the College Football Playoff. The game featured a standout performance from junior quarterback Cade Klubnik, who rushed for a critical 50-yard touchdown late in the fourth quarter, contributing to his 288 passing yards and two touchdowns overall. Despite struggling with injuries and a lackluster offense for much of the game, Clemson's defense held strong, recording eight sacks and intercepting a final pass from Pitt's backup quarterback Nate Yarnell. The victory improved Clemson's record to 8-2, with a 7-1 mark in the ACC, meaning they still have a chance to reach the conference title game depending on the outcomes of other teams. The game was marred by questionable officiating, including a missed targeting call that led to a controversial roughing the passer penalty against Clemson. Coach Dabo Swinney emphasized that the team remains in contention for postseason opportunities, despite earlier setbacks this season.