Stanford vs. Clemson
Saturday, December 27, 1986, Gator Bowl Share
Clemson beat No. 20 Stanford 27–21. It was their first meeting; after it, Clemson led the series 1–0.
FinalTV: CBSAttendance 80,104Referee: Richard Burleson (SEC)
MVPs Rodney Williams (QB, Clemson); Brad Muster (RB, Stanford)Wikipedia
Before kickoff
Our ratings going in
Our ratings (scores only)
Clemson 56% to win. Clemson pulled the upset. Elo’s favorite won.
The series
Every Stanford–Clemson gameClemson leads 2–0 in two meetings, counting the one since this game.
| 2024 | Clemson 40, Stanford 14 | |
| 1986 | Clemson 27, Stanford 21 | Gator Bowl |
Around this game
Stanford
- Next gameat WashingtonSept. 5, 1987
- SeasonStanford in 1986
- ProgramStanford history and records
Clemson
- Next gamevs. Western CarolinaSept. 5, 1987
- SeasonClemson in 1986
- ProgramClemson history and records