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QB disaster: Clemson loses Tait Reynolds, offense stifled in loss to Georgia Tech

Nov. 14—CLEMSON — In the week leading up to Clemson football's home game against Georgia Tech, the topics of conversation in the Upstate had very little do with the lowly, two-win Yellow Jackets. Matters of Dabo Swinney's 250th game as the Tigers' head coach, Nolan Hauser's impending program record and the annual Senior Day celebration seemed to take priority over the weekend's opponent. Even ...

In a devastating blow, Clemson football lost starting quarterback Tait Reynolds in their home game against Georgia Tech. The Tigers were immediately put in a corner by the Yellow Jackets, who went on to defeat Clemson 20-6. Coach Dabo Swinney expressed his empathy for his team's pain and disappointment, acknowledging the responsibility he carried.

Reynolds suffered a knee injury during the opening drive, leaving Clemson without a solid backup option. Senior quarterback Christopher Vizzina took over, but his performance was lackluster, leading to Georgia Tech's early lead. Despite some effort from Vizzina and a missed field goal by Clemson, the Tigers were unable to mount a comeback.

The loss puts Clemson in jeopardy of missing the ACC Championship Game and marks a significant setback in their season.

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