A target penalty against Clemson linebacker James Skalski in the second quarter of a College Football Playoff semifinal against Ohio State left fans confused and upset.
Skalski came as a heat-oriented missile at Justin Fields with 5:57 remaining in the first half. In his attack, Skalski placed the crown of his helmet on Fields’s back. The Ohio state quarterback stayed on the ground for a few moments holding his back while officials reviewed the move.
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Officials determined that Skalaski should be penalized for targeting, which is an automatic expulsion.
Two moves later, Ohio State extended its lead to 28-14 when Fields returned to the game and fired a touchdown pass to Chris Olave. Fields then left the field in obvious pain.
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The move left fans a little disturbed by the rules and whether the move should even be considered a target.
Skalski was also kicked out of the national championship game last season for a cross-country fine against LSU wide receiver Justin Jefferson.
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The winner of the Sugar Bowl clash between the Tigers and Buckeyes will play Alabama in the national championship game. Clemson lost in the national title game last season to LSU. Ohio State has not disputed the national title since the 2014 season.