The Clemson Insider · Sep 20, 2020
Skalski knew he’d get a chance to scoop-and-score
Along with Clemson’s 49-0 shutout over The Citadel Bulldogs Saturday, linebacker James Skalski had even more to celebrate.
The veteran returned a Citadel fumble for the Tigers’ fourth touchdown of the afternoon. Skalski has been envisioning this moment ever since last season’s game against Texas A&M.
“I don’t know if y’all remember last year, but I botched a fumble recovery against Texas A&M,” he said. “So, I knew I had to redeem myself when I got the chance again.
“Whenever you play a triple-option (offense) when you’re a linebacker, you envision that happening. So, I had it in my head, it was going to happen. [Myles] Murphy made a good play and I scooped and scored.”