When Trevor Lawrence spiked the football in front of Miami’s Gilbert Frierson after scoring on a 3-yard run and then stared face-to-face at the linebacker, his head coach was not happy.
Lawrence, who is the face of not only Clemson, but college football as well, drew a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for his actions. When he got to the sideline, Swinney expressed his displeasure to his star quarterback.
After the game, Lawrence apologized for his actions when he spoke to the media. And though he understands why the 6-foot-6, 220-pound junior got caught up in the moment, Swinney does not condone the way he handled it.