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Syracuse Field Goal Disrupts Clemson's Aim For A Perfect Season

Going into the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, N.Y., the Clemson Tigers had won 12 consecutive games on the opponent's home field. The streak stopped Friday night after the Orange beat them 27-24.
Syracuse quarterback Eric Dungey celebrates with fans after his win over Clemson Friday night in Syracuse, N.Y. The Orange upset the Tigers 27-24. / Adrian Kraus / Shutterstock.com

The Clemson Tigers went into the Carrier Dome in Syracuse, N.Y., Friday night undefeated, but they left crushed after their hopes for a perfect season were dashed. The Syracuse Orange beat the No. 2-ranked Tigers 27-24.

Clemson had won 12

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