ACC Championship: Who Won?
The 2020 ACC Championship game was held on Saturday, December 19th, pitting the Clemson Tigers against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. It was a hard-fought battle between two very talented teams, and after 60 minutes of play, one team emerged victorious. So, who won the ACC Championship?
Clemson Tigers
The Clemson Tigers entered the ACC Championship game as the top-ranked team in the nation, and they looked like the team to beat. Led by quarterback Trevor Lawrence, the Tigers had one of the most potent offenses in the country, and their defense was one of the best in the nation as well. They had already beaten the Fighting Irish earlier in the season, and they seemed poised to do it again.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish were the underdogs in this game, but they had already proven they could hang with the best teams in the nation. Led by quarterback Ian Book, the Irish had a very efficient offense, and their defense was stout as well. They had also performed well against Clemson earlier in the season, and they were determined to prove that they could get the job done.
The Game
The game started with a bang, as both teams scored touchdowns on their opening drives. Clemson took the lead after a Trevor Lawrence touchdown pass, and they never relinquished it. They held the Irish to just two field goals in the first half, and they took a 24-6 lead into halftime.
The second half was much of the same, as Clemson held the Irish to just one field goal and two interceptions. The Tigers scored two more touchdowns in the second half, and they came away with a convincing 34-10 victory.
The MVP
The Clemson Tigers were led by quarterback Trevor Lawrence, who was named the MVP of the game. Lawrence finished with 322 passing yards and three total touchdowns, and he was a key factor in the Tigers’ victory. He was a model of consistency throughout the game, and he was instrumental in helping the Tigers secure the ACC title.
The Impact
The ACC Championship game had a huge impact on the college football landscape. The victory was a huge boost for the Clemson Tigers, who are now headed to the College Football Playoff as the top-ranked team in the nation. It also put the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on the outside looking in, as they now have to wait and see if they will be included in the playoff.
The Aftermath
The aftermath of the ACC Championship game was all about Clemson. The Tigers won the conference title for the fifth consecutive season, and they will now look to continue their success in the College Football Playoff. Meanwhile, Notre Dame will have to wait and see if their impressive season is enough to get them into the playoff.
Reaction from Players and Coaches
After the game, both teams were very emotional and had plenty to say about the outcome. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney said “It’s incredible. We just keep finding ways to win, and I couldn’t be more proud of our team.” Meanwhile, Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly said “We gave it our all, and while we didn’t get the result we wanted, I’m proud of my team and the effort they gave.”
Key Takeaways
There are a few key takeaways from this game:
- Trevor Lawrence was the MVP of the game, and he showed why he is one of the best quarterbacks in the nation.
- The Clemson Tigers are now the top-ranked team in the nation, and they will look to continue their success in the College Football Playoff.
- The Notre Dame Fighting Irish will now have to wait and see if their season was enough to get them into the playoff.
- Dabo Swinney and Brian Kelly both had plenty to say about the outcome of the game.
Final Thoughts
The 2020 ACC Championship game was an exciting and hard-fought battle between two very talented teams. In the end, the Clemson Tigers emerged victorious, and they will now look to continue their success in the College Football Playoff. The Notre Dame Fighting Irish will now have to wait and see if their impressive season is enough to get them into the playoff. It was a great game, and it will certainly be one that is remembered for years to come.