Deadspin: Tait Reynolds ends Clemson’s TD drought as Tigers take down Florida State
Reynolds sparks Clemson offense
He threw a second touchdown to Olsen Patt-Henry, a 4-yard connection with 1:38 remaining in the second quarter. Nolan Hauser added a 50-yard field goal with two seconds left in the half, giving Clemson a 23-10 lead.
Seminoles mount late comeback
Clemson built a 29-10 advantage before Florida State scored 14 straight points. Ashton Daniels ran for a 13-yard touchdown, then Desirrio Riles caught a two-point conversion to make it 29-18 with 8:52 left.
Long run seals the win
With 3:17 left, Reynolds broke free for a 79-yard touchdown run, ending Florida State’s scoring streak and extending Clemson’s lead. Washington intercepted Daniels with 1:03 remaining to help secure the 36-24 result.
Injuries during the game
Florida State receiver Duce Robinson left in the third quarter with a reported lower-body injury and did not return. Clemson offensive lineman Elyjah Thurmon was carted off after a head-to-head collision with 9:49 left in the second quarter.
Key points
- Tait Reynolds accounted for three touchdowns in Clemson’s 36-24 win.
- His two touchdown passes ended Clemson’s four-game passing-score drought.
- Florida State pulled within five points before Reynolds’ 79-yard run.
- Elliot Washington II intercepted Ashton Daniels with 1:03 left.