A goal-scoring penalty against Clemson’s linebacker James Skalski in the second quarter of a College Football Playoff semifinal against Ohio State left fans dazed and upset.
Skalski came like a heat-seeking rocket into a scrambling Justin Fields with five to five left in the first half. On his tackle, Skalski leans into the Fields’ back with the crown of his helmet. The Ohio State quarterback was down for a few moments while his officials reviewed the play.
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Officials have determined that Skalaski should be penalized for targeting, which is an automatic ejection.
Two plays later, the state of Ohio extended its lead to 28-14 when Fields came back into the game and fired a shot to Chris Olave. Fields then came off the field with obvious pain.
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The play worried fans a bit about the rules and whether the play should also be considered a target.
Skalski was also sent off in the national championship game last season for a goal penalty against Justin Jefferson, an LSU coach.
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The winner of the Sugar Bowl game between the Tigers and Buckeyes plays Alabama in the national championship game. Clemson lost last season in the national title game against LSU. The state of Ohio has not played for the national title since the 2014 season.