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Four-Star Defensive Lineman Sets Commitment Date, Official Visit With Clemson Tigers

As the summer looms, the Clemson Tigers will put an important emphasis on recruiting, hosting an in-state recruit that would bring quality to the 2027

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ACC Commish Calls Out ESPN, CFP Expansion Talk Heats Up

CLEMSON — Though the SEC is not in favor of a 24-team College Football Playoff, the ACC and everyone else is. ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips told reporters at the conclusion of the league’s spring meetings on Wednesday at the Ritz Carlton in Amelia Island, Florida, that his league is in support of a significant expansion to the CFP.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

Former Clemson LB Signs Rookie Deal

A former Clemson defender has inked his NFL rookie deal. The Houston Texans have signed linebacker Wade Woodaz to a four-year, $5.482 million rookie contract, according to KPRC 2 Houston’s Aaron Wilson.

Brad Brownell News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

Clemson Trending for Another Portal Target

Brad Brownell appears to have one more move up his sleeve when it comes to the transfer portal. Clemson has already signed three portal targets and is trending for a fourth, according to a report from On3.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

CW, ESPN Reach Agreement for ACC Football, Basketball Games

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The CW Network and ESPN announced Wednesday a new sublicense broadcast agreement for The CW to televise ACC football and men’s and women’s college basketball games through the 2030-31 season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

TCI Recruiting Roundup: New Developments at Cornerback

With one cornerback on the board scratching his Clemson official visit, the Tigers went and expanded the board late Tuesday. Four-star CB Bryce Williams will no longer be attending the big official visit weekend, May 29-31, according to Rivals’ recruiting analyst Chad Simmons.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

Priority DL Target Sets Commitment Date, Names Finalists

One of Clemson’s top defensive line targets is down to five schools. Four-star in-state DL Seth Tillman (South Pointe) released his list of five finalists on Tuesday that included Clemson, Michigan, South Carolina, Kentucky and Georgia.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

Athens Regional: Feels Like Home, Sort of

CLEMSON – After hosting a regional twice in the last three years, hitting the road this weekend may seem like a change for Clemson Softball, a No. 6 seed in this year’s NCAA Tournament field.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 13

Does College GameDay, Primetime Slot Add More Pressure to Clemson Football?

It’s only May, but to begin this week, the Clemson Tigers learned a little bit more about how special their position is in terms of where their Week 1

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

Clemson Lands Portal Commitment

Clemson has added one more piece to its roster from the transfer portal. Texas State transfer defensive lineman Devarrick Woods announced a commitment to Clemson on Tuesday morning.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

Top In-State Prospect Says Recruitment ‘Open for Everybody’

Christian Webb-Scott is quickly growing into one of the most heavily pursued defensive ends in the next recruiting cycle. The four-star, in-state talent, began his high school career at Buford (GA) before transferring to Westside for the 2025 campaign.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 13

Clemson Football Adds Late Defensive Piece Through Transfer Portal

Before the Clemson Tigers officially head into the summer, head coach Dabo Swinney added another defensive piece to his 2026 roster through the transfer portal. Texas State defensive lineman Devarrick Woods had committed to the Tigers on Wednesday morning, announcing it on his Instagram.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

Analysts Think Clemson Had ‘Rough, Terrible’ Offseason

Should Clemson fans be worried about the Tigers’ offseason? At least a couple of national analysts think so. The Cover 3 Podcast broke down the most concerning offseasons in college football, and college football analyst Danny Kanell believes Clemson has had a “rough” offseason.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

4-Run Second Pushes Upstate Past Listless Clemson

The struggles for Clemson Baseball continue as USC-Upstate handed the Tigers a 6-3 loss in the final midweek game of the regular season at Fifth Third Park in Spartanburg on Tuesday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 13

ACC Supports Major Changes in College Football

CLEMSON — One of the big topics at this week’s ACC Spring Meetings is whether the league is in support of a 24-team College Football Playoff or something else.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 12

Clemson-LSU Kickoff Time Announced

CLEMSON — On Tuesday, ESPN and the Disney family of networks announced kickoff times for a select number of marquee matchups for 2026. Clemson’s season opener at LSU on Saturday, Sept.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 12

Recently Offered DB Sets Commitment Date

A recently offered cornerback has announced his finalists and set a commitment date. Three-star Nash Johnson (McEachern, GA) will announce on July 1. The finalists are Clemson, Auburn, Georgia, Miami, Ole Miss and Tennessee.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / May 12

Swinney Pushes Back on Narrative of His Program

In an interview with ESPN, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney pushed back on the narrative surrounding his program coming off a highly disappointing 7-6 campaign in 2025.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 12

College Gameday Headed to LSU for Clemson Opener

ESPN’s College GameDay is reportedly headed to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for Week 1 of the 2026 college football season. The show will broadcast from Baton Rouge for the season-opening showdown between Clemson and LSU, according to a report from On3’s Pete Nakos.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 12

Clemson Defensive Target Announces Commitment Date

Clemson recruiting has missed out on some key targets as of late, but the Tigers will be looking to change that with a target announcing his commitment date in the upcoming weeks. Three-star cornerback Nash Johnson narrowed his list ahead of his June 24 commitment and has the Tigers on his list, among five others.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 11

Jets' Klubnik sends defiant message after slide in 2026 draft

Jets rookie Cade Klubnik sends defiant message after slide in 2026 NFL Draft

Klubnik and Clemson endured a rough 2025 season that the program finished with a record of 7-6, and he slid down the draft board until the Jets took a flier on him in the fourth round.

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Blake Miller News / Yardbarker / May 6

Rookie Blake Miller could be a difference-maker for Lions

The 2026 NFL Draft has come and gone, and now, it's time to size up this Detroit Lions' rookie class. For the Lions, they needed to pin down a budding tackle early, and they did so with offensive tackle Blake Miller out of Clemson.

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Cade Klubnik 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.

Russell Wilson may reject Jets via career-altering decision

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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.