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Backup QB Tait Reynolds leads 5 scoring drives as Clemson defeats Georgia Southern 22-7

Nolan Hauser matched a career high with five field goals, and Clemson’s defense held Georgia Southern to 22 rushing yards in the victory.

  • On Saturday, Clemson defeated Georgia Southern 22-7 at Memorial Stadium in a weather-delayed game. Placekicker Nolan Hauser converted five field goals while the defense forced eight three-and-outs.
  • Severe lightning and heavy rains forced a two-hour pregame delay, pushing kickoff to 9:30 p.m. This marked Clemson's second consecutive week facing weather-related scheduling disruptions.
  • Starting quarterback Christopher Vizzina exited with a left-arm injury after his third drive, prompting freshman Tait Reynolds to take over. Reynolds led five scoring drives while T.J. Moore recorded 103 receiving yards and a touchdown.
  • Clemson's defense limited the Eagles to 22 rushing yards on 18 carries. Defensive end Will Heldt recorded two sacks, anchoring a unit that proved decisive when the offense struggled.
  • Next Saturday, the Tigers host North Carolina for the conference opener at Memorial Stadium. Clemson holds a 49-19-1 all-time record against the Tar Heels and has won the last seven meetings.
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Backup QB Tait Reynolds leads 5 scoring drives as Clemson defeats Georgia Southern 22-7

CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Freshman Tait Reynolds replaced an injured Christopher Vizzina at quarterback and threw for 178 yards and led five scoring drives as Clemson defeated Georgia Southern 22-7 on Saturday night following a two-hour lightning delay.

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The Clemson Insider broke the news on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
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