No. 8 Clemson survives scare from Troy, wins 27-16 as Wesco catches 2 second-half TDs
September 6, 2025
Bryant Wesco Jr. caught two second-half touchdown passes from Cade Klubnik, Adam Randall ran for 112 yards and a score, and No. 8 Clemson survived a scare from Troy, overcoming a 16-0 deficit to win 27-16. The Tigers were 31-point favorites according to BetMGM Sportsbook but trailed 16-0 midway through the second quarter and 16-3 at halftime. Then they outscored the Trojans 24-0 after the break. Randall ran for a 1-yard TD to cap an eight-play, 75-yard drive to open the third quarter. Moments later, Clemson capitalized on an interception when Klubnik connected with Wesco for a 26-yard touchdown.