The Daily Orange · Oct 28, 2020
Syracuse’s 4th down ineffectiveness evident after loss to No. 1 Clemson
Despite being one of the best teams in the country on fourth down early in Dino Babers' tenure, Syracuse has struggled on fourth down throughout this season.The Daily Orange is a nonprofit newsroom that receives no funding from Syracuse University. Consider donating today to support our mission.
The first of Syracuse’s two key fourth downs against No. 1 Clemson didn’t go as planned.
Receiver and kick returner Nykeim Johnson took the direct snap in the shotgun from SU’s own 45-yard line but didn’t even make it halfway back to the line of scrimmage. Safety Joseph Charleston got a free release and wrapped up Johnson just two steps into his power run.