Summary
The Clemson Tigers lost 22-10 to the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Pinstripe Bowl after a close first half. Clemson's head coach, Dabo Swinney, highlighted team mistakes and missing key players as factors in the loss. Swinney expressed disappointment but also pride in the team's effort over the season.
Key Facts
- Clemson Tigers lost to Penn State Nittany Lions with a score of 22-10 in the Pinstripe Bowl.
- At halftime, the game was close, with Penn State leading 6-3.
- Clemson's head coach, Dabo Swinney, said the team was missing over 21 players who were part of the team during the season.
- Quarterback Cade Klubnik threw for 193 yards but had no touchdowns or interceptions and was sacked four times.
- Clemson struggled with dropped passes and poor defense, especially in the second half.
- Penn State's quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for 262 yards and two touchdowns.
- Swinney acknowledged his team's poor performance but took some responsibility for the loss.
- Clemson ended their season with a 7-5 record, missing high expectations set before the season.
