THE STORY
In the 2019 Fiesta Bowl on December 28, 2019, during the fourth quarter, Ohio State linebacker Pete Werner was penalized for targeting Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence. The penalty negated a potential interception and led to a first down for Clemson, who subsequently scored a touchdown, contributing to their 29-23 victory over Ohio State.
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Ohio State, Clemson
WHY IT MATTERS
The targeting penalty was a pivotal moment in the game, leading to a touchdown that secured Clemson's win and sparked debate over the accuracy and consistency of targeting calls in college football.