NEW ORLEANS — A wicked hit on Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields in the second quarter of the Sugar Bowl briefly sent the Buckeyes’ junior to the sidelines, caused the ejection of Clemson’s defensive captain for targeting and prolonged a drive that eventually ended with a touchdown to give OSU a commanding 28-14 lead in the national semifinals of the College Football Playoff. Ohio State tight end Jeremy Ruckert (88) runs into the end zone after a catch for a touchdown. Ohio State tight end Luke Farrell (89) celebrates his touchdown reception with tight end Jeremy Ruckert (88). Clemson running back Travis Etienne scores a touchdown. Ohio State running back Trey Sermon scores a touchdown. Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) runs for a touchdown. Clemson wide receiver Cornell Powell makes a catch. Clemson defensive end K.J. Henry tackles Ohio State running back Trey Sermon. Alabama head coach Nick Saban celebrates with…
Continue Reading: Clemson's James Skalski ejected for targeting after nasty hit on Ohio State's Justin Fields in Sugar Bowl
