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The No. 3 Clemson Tigers, reigning College Football Playoff national champions, saw their 29-game winning streak end when the No. 1 LSU Tigers defeated them 42-25 in Monday night's 2020 College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney was grateful after the loss even though he hadn't experienced defeat since falling 24-6 to Alabama in the 2017 CFP semifinal:
CBS Sports HQ @CBSSportsHQ“It’s been a long time since I’ve stood in front of team with a loss.” Dabo Swinney reflects on his team’s snapped 29-game win streak.