A significant weather delay disrupted the Syracuse-Clemson college football game, forcing ESPN to make a last-minute channel change. The first half, initially broadcast on ESPN, concluded with Syracuse holding a commanding 24-14 lead over Clemson. However, an 80-minute lightning delay necessitated a shift in programming. To accommodate the delayed game, ESPN opted to move the second half of the Syracuse-Clemson matchup to ESPN2. This strategic move allowed ESPN to maintain its scheduled broadcast of the Mississippi-Tulane game on its main channel, a game originally slated for a 3:30 PM start time. As of 3:28 PM, officials anticipated the resumption of the Syracuse-Clemson game at approximately 3:45 PM. Fans eager to catch the second half and the conclusion of this exciting contest will need to tune in to ESPN2 to follow the Orange and Tigers battle it out. The unexpected weather-related switch highlights the dynamic nature of live sports broadcasting and the need for flexibility when unforeseen circumstances arise.
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Originally published at: https://www.syracuse.com/orangefootball/2025/09/espn-moves-syracuse-clemson-after-rain-delay-what-channel-is-the-second-half-on.html
