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Panthers Down Clemson 27-17 - Match Report

Kenny Pickett was good for 302 yards through the air on Saturday as the Panthers got past the Tigers by a score of 27-17 at Heinz Field.

Pittsburgh won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -3.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 47.0.

Kenny Pickett completed 25 of 39 pass attempts for 302 yards for the Panthers in the win.

Will Shipley rushed for 52 yards for Clemson, while D.J. Uiagalelei added 50 yards. D.J. Uiagalelei threw for 128 yards for the Tigers, while receivers Justyn Ross and Ajou Ajou had 59 and 36 yards respectively.

Clemson was outgained by Pittsburgh 464-315 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 26-19 by the Panthers.

The time of possession battle favored Pittsburgh as their offense was on the field for 36:07, longer than the 23:53 of their opponents.

Pittsburgh looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Miami-FL. Clemson will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Florida State.