Clemson stayed within reach for three quarters, but one breakdown and a late surge led to a 22–10 loss to Penn State.
Clemson’s 22–10 loss to Penn State in the Pinstripe Bowl offered a clear snapshot of where the program stands — competitive, disciplined, but still searching for separation in games decided by execution and explosiveness.
For three quarters, Clemson proved it could control tempo against a comparable opponent. The defense limited Penn State to field goals, avoided catastrophic mistakes, and kept the Tigers within one possession deep into the fourth quarter.