July 3, 2026

Live updates: Clemson and Ohio State trade touchdowns early in Sugar Bowl

No. 2 Clemson (10-1) plays No. 3 Ohio State (6-0) in the Sugar Bowl — the second College Football Playoff semifinal — Friday at the Superdome in New Orleans. Follow along for live updates during the game. © Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence rushes for a touchdown against Ohio State in the Sugar Bowl on Friday. (Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) What you need to know 8:58 PM: Clemson answers to take 14-7 lead Clemson running back Travis Etienne punched in a touchdown from three yards out to respond to the Buckeyes’ touchdown drive in less than three minutes. The Tigers went 75 yards on seven plays in 2:58. Clemson picked up chunks of yardage off the arm of Trevor Lawrence, as he completed passes for 15, 16, 16 and nine yards during the drive. A 15-yard rush by Lyn-J Dixon set up the touchdown. Lawrence has completed…

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