The Clemson Tigers' football program has etched its name into college football history with a string of remarkable victories during the College Football Playoff era. From dramatic national championship triumphs to commanding conference title wins, the Tigers have solidified their status as a powerhouse in the sport.
Here are 10 of Clemson's most significant victories, showcasing their dominance on the gridiron:
- 2016 National Championship Game vs. Alabama (2015 season): Clemson defeated Alabama 35-31 to win their first national championship since 1981. Deshaun Watson led a dramatic game-winning drive, capped by a touchdown pass to Hunter Renfrow with one second remaining.
- 2019 National Championship Game vs. Alabama (2018 season): Clemson routed Alabama 44-16 to win their second national championship in three years. Quarterback Trevor Lawrence threw for 347 yards and three touchdowns, while the defense held Alabama's explosive offense in check.
- 2018 Cotton Bowl vs. Notre Dame (2018 season): In the CFP semifinal, Clemson dominated Notre Dame 30-3 to advance to the national championship game. The Tigers' defense stifled the Fighting Irish, holding them to just 248 total yards.
- 2015 Orange Bowl vs. Oklahoma (2014 season): Clemson defeated Oklahoma 37-17 in the CFP semifinal, earning their first-ever trip to the national championship game. Deshaun Watson threw for 187 yards and a touchdown while rushing for 145 yards and a touchdown.
- 2018 ACC Championship Game vs. Pittsburgh (2018 season): Clemson won the ACC Championship by defeating Pittsburgh 42-10. This victory secured their spot in the College Football Playoff for the fourth consecutive year.
- 2019 Fiesta Bowl vs. Ohio State (2019 season): In a thrilling CFP semifinal matchup, Clemson edged out Ohio State 29-23 to advance to the national championship game. Trevor Lawrence threw for 259 yards and two touchdowns, including the game-winning touchdown pass to Travis Etienne late in the fourth quarter.
- 2016 Fiesta Bowl vs. Ohio State (2016 season): Clemson dominated Ohio State 31-0 in the CFP semifinal, shutting out the Buckeyes and advancing to the national championship game for the second consecutive year.
- 2019 ACC Championship Game vs. Virginia (2019 season): Clemson won their fifth consecutive ACC Championship by defeating Virginia 62-17. Trevor Lawrence threw for 302 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing the Tigers' offensive firepower.
- 2017 Fiesta Bowl vs. Ohio State (2017 season): In another CFP semifinal matchup against Ohio State, Clemson emerged victorious with a 31-0 shutout victory, earning a trip to the national championship game for the second time in three years.
- 2015 ACC Championship Game vs. North Carolina (2015 season): Clemson won their first ACC Championship since 2011 by defeating North Carolina 45-37. Deshaun Watson accounted for five touchdowns (three passing, two rushing) in a high-scoring affair.
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