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Clemson's James Skalski ejected for targeting after big hit on Justin Fields
James Skalski hit Justin Fields with the crown of his helmet, which is an automatic targeting call. John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

Clemson's James Skalski ejected for targeting after big hit on Justin Fields

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports  |  By Larry Brown  |  Last updated 1/1/21

James Skalski was ejected from the Sugar Bowl playoff game between his Clemson Tigers and the Ohio State Buckeyes on Friday for targeting.

Leading 21-14, Ohio State had a third-and-13 in the second quarter. Justin Fields took off for a run after not finding anything open. He got drilled in the lower back by Skalski after trying to do a spin move.

Skalski hit Fields with the crown of his helmet, which is an automatic targeting call.

Fields exited the game for a play but then returned and threw a touchdown pass that helped give Ohio State a 28-14 lead in the second quarter.

This was the second year in a row Skalski was ejected for targeting in a CFP game.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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