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Clemson Hands Out New OL Offer

Recently, Elijah Morrison included Clemson in his group of finalists, despite not yet having an offer. Late Wednesday, that changed, as the three-star offensive lineman officially picked up an offer from the Tigers.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

No ACC Tournament Magic for Clemson This Year

Last year, Clemson had one of its best postseason runs in its short history, and it all began in the ACC Tournament. Using clutch hitting and pitching, the Tigers won their first ACC Tournament Championship.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

Dan Patrick Reacts to Swinney’s Notre Dame Comments

During an appearance on Greg McElroy’s Always College Football podcast, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney made some unprompted comments regarding Notre Dame while admitting Clemson has a disadvantage with its NIL budget compared to top programs.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

ESPN Ranks Clemson Football’s Offseason

Where does Clemson rank on this list of ACC teams that won the offseason? Not very highly, it turns out. ESPN went conference-by-conference and ranked

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

All Eyes Turn Towards Clemson’s Next RB Target

With Andrew Beard very likely heading elsewhere, all eyes turn towards Clemson’s other running back target, Gary Walker. The four-star talent, out of Creekside (GA), made his first visit to campus for the Elite Retreat in early March, picking up an offer in the process.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

Former Tigers Balling Out in UFL

A couple of former Clemson wideouts are balling out in the United Football League. Justyn Ross and Cornell Powell both continued to make big plays for their respective UFL squads this past weekend.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

Three Tigers Garner All-ACC Honors

CLEMSON – Clemson’s Sierra Maness, Taylor Pipkins and Sarah Breaux each earned an All-ACC recognition for their efforts during the 2026 campaign, the Atlantic Coast Conference announced on Wednesday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

A Tale of Two Recruiting Cycles

What a difference a year makes. After absolutely crushing in the last recruiting cycle, Clemson assistant Matt Luke is finding it a little more challenging with the 2027 class.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 6

Clemson Offers Three-Star Cornerback, Schedules Official Visit

Just one day after offering former Alabama commit and three-star cornerback Nash Johnson III, the Clemson Tigers and defensive backs coach Mike Reed pulled the trigger on another up-and-coming talent.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

TCI Recruiting Roundup: New Update On 4-Star WR Target

One of Clemson’s wide receiver targets has added a couple of new stops to his official visit docket. Four-star Taurean Rawlins (Mount Vernon, GA) has added both Arkansas and Vanderbilt to his schedule.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

Changes to College Football Postseason Could be Coming

CLEMSON — The American Football Coaches Association wants to change the postseason of college football. Yahoo’s Ross Dellenger reports football coaches support an expanded College Football Playoff.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

Clemson Takes Down No. 8 Coastal

CONWAY, S.C. — Clemson pounded out 14 hits and six pitchers combined to hold a dangerous Coastal Carolina offense in check as the Tigers went on the road and knocked off the No.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 6

2 Tigers Listed among Rookie of the Year Candidates

Could multiple members of Clemson’s 2026 NFL Draft class be in the Rookie of the Year conversation this coming season? ESPN’s Ben Solak ranked 2026 NFL Rookie of the Year candidates, and a couple of Tigers appeared in the “way-too-early” rankings – one on offense, and the other on the defensive side of the ball.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Clemson Sets Department APR Record

CLEMSON – Clemson Athletics posted its highest single-year Academic Progress Rate (APR) in school history, a 998 out of 1,000, in the NCAA’s latest data release, which includes the 2021-22 through 2024-25 academic years.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Tuesday Evening Update On 4-Star RB Target

In what has vecome a familiar theme for Clemson recruiting of late, things are trending in the wrong direction for the Tigers with one of their top two running back targets.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Clemson OL Target Commits Elsewhere

Another recruiting target has come off the board. Four-star Elijah Hutcheson (North Cross, VA) announced a commitment to Florida on Tuesday, choosing the Gators over Clemson, Virginia Tech and Vanderbilt.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

Former Clemson DL Finds New Home

A former Clemson standout has found his new NFL home. Veteran defensive tackle D.J. Reader is signing with the New York Giants, according to multiple reports.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 5

4-Star Sets Official Visit to Clemson

Another recruiting target has confirmed his plans to give Clemson an official visit. Four-star Andrew Rogers (Grimsley, NC) will be one of a handful of prospects who will be on hand for officials, June 12-14.

Former Alabama Commit Picks Up Clemson Offer Following Unofficial Visit

After missing out on their top four cornerback targets, the Clemson Tigers have now shifted to new recruits, including a former Alabama Crimson Tide commit.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 4

ESPN analyst compares Jets rookie Cade Klubnik to Super Bowl quarterback

The New York Jets took a flier on Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik when they selected him in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

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Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 2

Clemson Hosts Pair of 2027 Recruits, Offers One During Unofficial Visit

After a wave of recruiting misses on the offensive line over the past few months, Clemson Tigers coach Matt Luke has decided to expand his palette, offering another trench player this past weekend following an unofficial visit.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 29

Geno Smith reportedly has strong feelings about Jets possibly signing Russell Wilson

A New York Jets team that brought Geno Smith back to the organization to be its starting quarterback for the 2026 season hosted big-name free-agent Russell Wilson for a visit on Monday evening.

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The Maserati Move: Chiefs’ First-Rounder Peter Woods Redefines the Draft Celebration: He Didn’t Pay $200,000 For Maseratis He Gifted His Mom & Sister, They Were Free

ATLANTA — Most NFL draftees celebrate their first-round selection with a jersey and a hat. For Peter Woods, the newly minted defensive tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs, the celebration involved a fleet of Italian luxury SUVs and a historic party in the heart of Atlanta.

Peter Woods News / College Sports Only / April 24

Peter Woods’ Family Goes Viral During NFL Draft

Draft moments go viral each and every year, it’s part of the appeal of watching the three-hour broadcast. At defensive tackle Peter Woods’ draft party, it wasn’t the eventual 29th overall pick who went viral.