Clemson’s offense failed to score a touchdown against Syracuse, but several Tigers still delivered meaningful contributions. Bryant Wesco led that group, earning offensive player of the game honors with six catches for 100 yards.
More than half of his production came on a 53-yard reception midway through the first quarter. Wesco’s ability to stretch the field has been difficult to showcase this season in an offense that has struggled to push the ball downfield. With Tait Reynolds taking more shots through the air, Clemson offered a glimpse of the NFL-level talent at its No. 1 receiver spot.
Wesco also earned Clemson’s highest offensive PFF grade at 77.0, reinforcing his place as the unit’s top performer.
Beyond Wesco, the Tigers received several
solid contributions on offense. The defense featured a few clear stars whose big plays shaped the outcome, while the offense’s positives came from a broader group. Those performances lacked the same individual impact, but the number of players who contributed deserves recognition.
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- Nolan Hauser; behind Jaheim Lawson, was the second best player on Saturday. He made 4 out of 5 field goals, with the longest being from 54 yards out. He also continued punting, with two averaging 55 yards. Kiper has him as his number four kicker heading to the NFL draft in the spring.
- Jarvis Green didn't do a whole lot after his game opening 53-yard rush to set up a field goal, but was a solid runner (9 carries for 85 yards) and may be the only Clemson running back who's a plus in pass pro.
- Tait Reynolds; Rocket Reynolds actually stretched the field this past weekend, with a few bombs to Wesco and Moore. He's still the most dangerous with his legs, with 61 yards rushing on a team leading 15 attempts, including a game sealing first down run in the final three minutes.
- TJ Moore; another receiver plagued by the Tigers' inability to stretch the field, Moore took advantage of his opportunities on Saturday, with 4 catches for 63 yards, including a 36-yard reception to set up first and goal late in the second half.
- While they didn't dominate, Juju Preston looks incredibly shifty, Brayden Jacobs is starting to come along as a reliable tackle, and Grant Wise looked shaky but showed loads of potential as a Freshman, already spot starting for Clemson.
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