Clemson Tigers Football vs Georgia Bulldogs Football: Everything To Know

Clemson Tigers Football vs Georgia Bulldogs Football 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know

Match Overview

The highly anticipated clash between the Clemson Tigers and the Georgia Bulldogs took place on August 31, 2024, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. This Week 1 matchup of the college football season saw the reigning champions, Georgia Bulldogs, dominate the Clemson Tigers with a final score of 34-3¹.

Key Events and Scoring Summary

1st Quarter

The game started with both teams displaying strong defensive efforts, resulting in a scoreless first quarter. Georgia’s defense managed to contain Clemson’s offense, preventing any significant advances. Similarly, Clemson’s defense held firm against Georgia’s initial offensive drives, setting the stage for a tightly contested match.

2nd Quarter

Georgia broke the deadlock with two field goals by P. Woodring. The first field goal came from 30 yards out, giving Georgia a 3-0 lead. Shortly after, Woodring extended the lead with an impressive 55-yard field goal, making it 6-0 in favor of the Bulldogs. Clemson struggled to find their rhythm on offense, and also the quarter ended with Georgia holding a slim lead.

3rd Quarter

The third quarter saw Georgia extend their lead significantly. Carson Beck connected with C. Young for a 7-yard touchdown pass, increasing the score to 13-0. Clemson managed to get on the scoreboard with a 26-yard field goal by N. Hauser, also making it 13-3. However, Georgia’s defense continued to dominate, preventing Clemson from gaining any further momentum.

4th Quarter

Georgia sealed their victory with a dominant performance in the final quarter. Carson Beck threw a 40-yard touchdown pass to L. Humphreys, followed by a 15-yard also rushing touchdown by C. Jones. The Bulldogs added another touchdown with a 5-yard rush by N. Frazier, bringing the final score to 34-3. Clemson’s offense was unable to respond, and Georgia’s defense maintained their stronghold until the end of the game.

Team Statistics

• Georgia Bulldogs:
  • Total Yards: 447
  • Passing Yards: 278
  • Also Rushing Yards: 169
  • First Downs: 19
  • Also Turnovers: 0
  • Time of Possession: 32.7 minutes¹
• Clemson Tigers:
  • Total Yards: 188
  • Passing Yards: 142
  • Rushing Yards: 46
  • First Downs: 13
  • Turnovers: 1
  • Time of Possession: 27.3 minutes¹

Key Players

• Georgia Bulldogs:
  • Carson Beck: 278 passing yards, 2 touchdowns
  • Nate Frazier: 83 rushing yards, 1 touchdown
  • London Humphreys: 63 receiving yards, 1 touchdown¹
• Clemson Tigers:
  • Cade Klubnik: 142 passing yards
  • Also Phil Mafah: 59 rushing yards
  • Antonio Williams: 76 receiving yards¹

Game Analysis

Georgia’s defense was particularly effective, limiting Clemson to just 188 total yards and forcing a turnover. The Bulldogs’ offense, led by quarterback Carson Beck, also showcased their dominance with a balanced attack, accumulating 447 total yards¹.

Historical Match

This game added another chapter to the storied rivalry between Georgia and Clemson. Georgia leads the all-time series with a record of 43-18-4². The Bulldogs have been particularly dominant in recent years, continuing their strong performance from previous seasons.