Notre Dame Football vs. Clemson: Numbers to Know

Notre Dame football will face the Clemson Tigers in the Cotton Bowl on Dec. 29. Here are some numbers to know.

Notre Dame football will meet Clemson at Jerry World on Dec. 29 in the Cotton Bowl in one of the two semifinal games of the College Football Playoff.

The last time these two teams met was in 20-15, when Clemson came away with a 24-22 win in a rain-soaked Death Valley. A bunch of players from both squads who were on those rosters are still hanging around, and my guess is that this year’s matchup will be every bit as intriguing.

Heading into the contest, here are some basic numbers and stats to know, think about or do whatever you want with.

All-time record: 2-1, Clemson

2018 record: Clemson 13-0, Notre Dame 12-0

Best win of 2018 for Clemson: The 27-7 win at then-ranked No. 17 Boston College. The Tigers proved they could win on the road against a solid team when it mattered in what most thought was a trap game.

Best win of 2018 for Notre Dame: The 36-3 win over then-ranked No. 12 Syracuse. The Irish were clicking on both sides of the ball and defensively dominated one of the most high-powered offenses in the country.

Rushing yards per game: Clemson 259.8, Notre Dame 190.5

Passing yards per game: Clemson 270.1, Notre Dame 265.6

Rushing  yards allowed per game: Clemson 92.9, Notre Dame 133.5

Passing yards allowed per game: Clemson 183.8, Notre Dame 198.0

Points scored per game: Clemson 45.4, Notre Dame 33.8

Points allowed per game: Clemson 13.7, Notre Dame 17.3

Total sacks: Clemson 46, Notre Dame 31

Total interceptions: Clemson 9, Notre Dame 12

Again, these are just some basic numbers and stats leading up to the game. Check out Winsipedia.com for more historical comparison and analysis.

We will have plenty of previews, predictions and analysis on this game throughout the month right here at Slap the Sign. Thanks for reading.