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Four Takeaways From Clemson's Ranked Win Over No. 24 SMU

Clemson men’s basketball has now won six straight following its 74-70 win over No. 24 SMU on Wednesday night. The win was the Tigers’ first-ranked win of the season, and if they win this weekend, they will hear their name called in the AP Poll. Here are four takeaways from the game. SMU entered the contest scoring north of 91 points per game.

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Tyler Venables Gets First Coaching Gig

Like father, like son. After wrapping up his Clemson career, Tyler Venables is following in the footsteps of his dad and becoming a coach. Tyler, of course the son of former Clemson defensive coordinator and current Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables, has landed his first coaching job.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 8

Standout Transfer DB Has Clemson Among Favorites

Clemson is one of the schools standing out to this transfer defensive back. Former East Carolina standout DB Ja’Marley Riddle has Clemson among his favorite potential transfer destinations, along with Miami, Arkansas, Georgia, LSU, Florida State, Ole Miss and Texas A&M.

Markus Strong News / The Clemson Insider / January 8

Clemson Secures Big Portal Commitment

CLEMSON — Clemson has hit on another portal target. Oklahoma transfer defensive tackle Markus Strong has committed to the Tigers while on campus for a visit.

RJ Godfrey News / The Clemson Insider / January 8

Clemson Hangs on to Beat No. 24 SMU

CLEMSON — Clemson’s R.J. Godfrey and SMU’s Boopie Miller took over the game in the second half Wednesday night, but Godfrey had a little bit more help from his friends than the 24th-ranked Mustangs’ guard, as the Tigers held on for a 74-70 victory at Littlejohn Coliseum.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 8

Where Clemson Ranks in National Outlet’s List of Best CFP Teams

Ahead of this season’s College Football Playoff semifinals, CBS Sports ranked every semifinal team in the CFP era, which began with the 2014 season. There have been 48 playoff semifinal teams in the history of the CFP, including this season’s group of Miami, Ole Miss, Oregon and Indiana.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / January 7

Clemson Knocks Off SMU 74-70

A late 9 PM tip-off saved the best for last on Wednesday. Jake Wahlin helped Clemson open with a quick 9-4 lead with five points of his own, but SMU settled quickly and tied it up at 13-13.

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 7

Clemson Hurler Named Second-Team Preseason All-American

Clemson’s ace pitcher has been named a preseason All-American. Junior Aidan Knaak was named a second-team preseason All-American by Perfect Game. The right-handed pitcher is 14-2 over his first two seasons with the Tigers with an ERA of 3.78.

College Basketball News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 7

Clemson Tigers Defeats No. 24 SMU, Pick Up First Ranked Win of Season

In their first home game of 2026, the Clemson Tigers defeated the SMU Mustangs by a score of 74-70 at Littlejohn Coliseum on Wednesday night. Clemson (13-3, 3-0 ACC) finally breaks the deadlock, picking up its first ranked win of the season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 7

Portal DL Announces Clemson Offer

A portal defensive lineman announced an offer from Clemson. Arkansas State DT Cody Sigler reported offers from both the Tigers and Alabama late Tuesday.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / January 7

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Hunter Renfrow News / The Clemson Insider / January 7

Renfrow Released by Panthers

Legendary former Clemson wide receiver Hunter Renfrow has been released by the Carolina Panthers heading into Saturday’s playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams, the Panthers announced Tuesday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 7

Portal Lineman Announces Clemson Offer

A portal lineman has announced an offer from Clemson. Iowa Western Community College portal defensive tackle Andy Burburija announced an offer from the Tigers via social media.

Olsen Patt-Henry News / The Clemson Insider / January 7

Clemson TE Set to Return to Tigers In 2026

One of Clemson’s top tight ends is set to return to the Tigers in 2026. Olsen Patt-Henry has announced on social media that he will be back next season.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 7

Clemson Safety Joining Samford University Coaching Staff Next Season

Fans of the Clemson Tigers are familiar with the name Tyler Venables, a fan favorite among many during his six-year career. Now, they will be supporting him as a coach next season.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 7

Clemson Eyes ACC Defensive Tackle as Portal Push Continues

The Clemson Tigers' activity in the transfer portal continues to expand along the defensive front, with their eyes set on their seventh defensive tackle target of the cycle.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 7

Clemson Cornerback Transfer Finds New Home with SEC Program

A former Clemson Tigers cornerback has found a new home in the SEC. According to On3's Hayes Fawcett, Shalton Lewis has committed to Arkansas. It was a long time coming.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 7

Clemson Tigers Secure FCS Defensive Tackle Transfer

The Clemson Tigers pick up their sixth commitment of the transfer portal window, doubling their number from last season, with the acquisition of West Georgia defensive tackle Kourtney Kelly.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 7

Clemson Stays Active in FCS Market with Key Transfer Visit

After landing five transfers in the past three days, the Clemson Tigers and defensive coordinator Tom Allen are continuing their portal heater, hosting UT-Martin transfer Keyshawn Johnson for an official visit on Wednesday, as first reported by TigerNet’s Grayson Mann.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 7

Clemson Tigers Land Southern Miss Transfer, Fifth Commitment of Cycle

The Clemson Tigers have been rolling with transfers over the last three days, opening Wednesday with another pickup on defense. Southern Miss safety Corey Myrick committed to Clemson on Wednesday morning, being confirmed by On3’s Paul Strelow from Tiger Illustrated.

Dabo Swinney News / Athlon Sports / January 7

Clemson, Dabo Swinney Receive Exciting News on Wednesday

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers finished the 2025 season going 7-6 and 4-4 in ACC matchups. They capped the year with a Pinstripe Bowl loss to the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Dabo Swinney News / Yardbarker / December 29

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Dabo Swinney raises doubts over Clemson's direction after bowl loss

Dabo Swinney raises doubts over Clemson's direction with ugly Pinstripe Bowl loss

The Clemson Tigers capped a disappointing 2025 season with an ugly 22-10 loss to the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Pinstripe Bowl, raising fresh doubts over the program's direction under longtime head coach Dabo Swinney.

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