NEW ORLEANS – Clemson starting middle linebacker James Skalski has been ejected from the Sugar Bowl for a tackle that knocked Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields out of the game for one play.Officials concluded that Skalski committed targeting by leading with the crown of his helmet when he hit Fields in the ribs.
Fields remained down on the field a couple minutes before walking to the sideline.The personal foul put the Buckeyes on the Clemson 9-yard line.
Two plays later, Fields returned and hit Chris Olave for a 9-yard touchdown to give the Buckeyes a 28-14 lead with 5:12 remaining in the first half.
But Fields still appeared to be in pain and he skipped directly — and awkwardly — to the sideline favoring his right side rather than.