Louisville suffers a disappointing loss to Clemson 20-19

November 14, 2025

The Clemson Tigers secured a hard-fought 20-19 victory over the Louisville Cardinals at L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium on November 14, 2025. Adam Randall, the Tigers’ senior running back, was instrumental in the win, rushing for 105 yards and two touchdowns, including the game-winner with 7:16 left in the fourth quarter.

Game Highlights:

  • Adam Randall’s Heroics: Randall’s 46-yard scamper down to the 10-yard line set up the game-winning touchdown, showcasing his grit and determination. He finished with 105 yards on 15 carries and added 27 receiving yards on three catches.
  • Cade Klubnik’s Steady Performance: Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik completed 22-of-34 passes for 187 yards, providing a stable presence in the pocket.
  • Louisville’s Struggles: The Cardinals’ inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, coupled with 10 penalties for 98 yards, ultimately cost them the game. Cooper Ranvier missed a 50-yard field goal attempt in the third quarter, and Nick Keller’s 46-yard attempt sailed wide left with 1:33 remaining.

Post-Game Insights:

  • Clemson’s Resilience: Head coach Dabo Swinney praised his team’s resilience, saying, “It’s developed our spirit. It’s developed our toughness. It hasn’t defined or destroyed us. We’ve grown stronger from the struggle.”
  • Louisville’s Disappointment: Cardinals head coach Jeff Brohm expressed frustration with his team’s critical mistakes, stating, “Losses hurt. They are supposed to. There were critical mistakes at the end. We have to put our head down and go to work and play better next week”.

What’s Next:

  • Clemson’s Next Move: The Tigers (5-5, 4-4 ACC) host Furman on November 22, seeking to extend their streak of consecutive bowl appearances.
  • Louisville’s Road Ahead: The Cardinals (7-3, 4-3 ACC) travel to Dallas to face SMU on November 22, looking to bounce back from their disappointing loss

Photos by Roscelle Griffin