Syracuse’s victory over Miami propelled Clemson to the ACC Championship, and Orange head coach Fran Brown had a message for Dabo Swinney.
On December 1, 2024, Syracuse staged an incredible comeback, erasing a 21-0 deficit to defeat Miami, ranked No. 6 in the country. This upset secured Clemson’s spot in the ACC title game against SMU and kept their College Football Playoff hopes alive.
After the game, Fran Brown, Syracuse’s first-year head coach, shared a lighthearted message during his on-field interview: “Hey, Dabo Swinney. Congrats. I got you in, baby.” The comment, delivered after the biggest win of Brown’s young coaching career, added a humorous touch to a dramatic day.
Clemson fans endured a rollercoaster of emotions—beginning with disappointment after losing to South Carolina and ending with renewed hope thanks to Syracuse’s win. Clemson will face SMU on December 7 at 8:00 PM ET for the ACC Championship and an automatic bid to the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff.
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