Clemson Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Clemson Reportedly in Mix for Transfer Safety

The Clemson Tigers football program doesn't have a reputation for being particularly active in the transfer portal, but the ever-changing college football landscape may be forcing a shift in approach.

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Clemson Signee Reacts to Staff Change

When a school parts ways with an assistant coach, that impact reaches further than the players currently on the roster. It also has an impact on recruits.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

Background on Swinney’s Coaching Changes

CLEMSON — Dabo Swinney finally pulled the trigger on Monday. As reported on Monday, Swinney and Clemson officially announced offensive coordinator Garrett Riley and safeties coach Mickey Conn will not return to Tigertown in 2026.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

Candidates Emerge for Clemson OC Job

CLEMSON — A list of candidates to replace Garrett Riley as Clemson’s offensive coordinator has started to emerge, including one strong candidate. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney parted ways with Riley on Monday, following the Tigers’ loss to Penn State in the Pinstripe Bowl on Saturday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

Randall Thanks Clemson, Officially Declares for NFL Draft

Clemson senior running back Adam Randall said thank you to Clemson and officially declared for the 2026 NFL Draft on Monday via social media. Randall concluded his career as a Tiger this past Saturday, rushing for 35 yards on 11 carries and scoring Clemson’s lone touchdown in the 22-10 Pinstripe Bowl loss to Penn State.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 29

Clemson, Longtime Assistant Coach Part Ways

CLEMSON — Clemson has parted ways with a longtime assistant coach. Mickey Conn is no longer a part of the coaching staff, head coach Dabo Swinney announced late Monday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 29

Riley, Clemson Part Ways

CLEMSON — Clemson and one of its top assistant coaches have parted ways. Clemson offensive coordinator Garrett Riley is no longer a part of the coaching staff head coach Dabo Swinney announced late Monday.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / December 29

Clemson Dismisses Garrett Riley & Mickey Conn, Offensive Coordinator Options

Clemson has dismissed Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach Garrett Riley as well as Safeties Coach and Defensive Passing Game Coordinator Mickey Conn. Be sure to check out our sponsor, Section 103, which has added a Clemson apparel collection.

Sage Ennis News / The Clemson Insider / December 29

Former Tiger Declares for 2026 NFL Draft

A former Clemson tight end has declared for the NFL Draft. Sage Ennis officially declared for the 2026 NFL Draft on Monday via an Instagram post. Following four years in the Clemson football program from 2020-23, Ennis transferred to play for Virginia and former Clemson assistant Tony Elliott ahead of the 2024 season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 29

NFL Tiger Shares Thoughts on Future

Former Clemson standout D.J. Reader is slated to hit the free-agent market in 2026. The 31-year-old veteran defensive tackle is in his second year with the Detroit Lions in 2025 after signing a two-year, $27.25 million deal with the team prior to the 2024 campaign.

Dabo Swinney, Clemson make coaching changes after 7-6 season

Dabo Swinney has made some changes after the Clemson Tigers' disappointing 7-6 season in 2025.

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 29

Some Portal Names Worth Monitoring for Clemson

With the Clemson football season now officially in the books, full attention now turns towards the transfer portal. As previously reported by The Clemson Insider, the Tigers plan to be far more active in the portal than they have been in the past.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 29

Clemson Tigers Standout Running Back Declares for 2026 NFL Draft

With the Clemson Tigers' season officially coming to a close after a loss in the Pinstripe Bowl, news surrounding transfers and NFL Draft declarations continues to unfold.

Blake Miller News / The Clemson Insider / December 29

Miller Talks New Record, What He Will Remember About Final Season

While Clemson may have lost the battle to Penn State in the Pinstripe Bowl, Blake Miller was able to accomplish something no one else has in the history of the program.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 29

Injured Clemson Commit Ahead of Schedule for Return to Field

.Max Brown’s junior season didn’t go anything like he expected. The 2027 Clemson linebacker commit suffered a torn MPFL in his knee during the fourth game, sidelining him for the rest of the season.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 29

Sammy Brown Says Clemson Tigers Had Personnel, But Couldn't Execute in Pinstripe Bowl

Following his sophomore season with the Clemson Tigers, linebacker Sammy Brown reflected on what needs to change within the team, especially the defense. Clemson fell to the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Pinstripe Bowl on Saturday afternoon, which had a 16-point Penn State fourth quarter to put the game out of hand.

Trevor Lawrence News / The Clemson Insider / December 29

Lawrence’s Legs Put Jaguars on Verge of Division Title

Former Clemson star Trevor Lawrence utilized his legs to help the Jacksonville Jaguars win their seventh game in a row and put them on the verge of a division title.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 29

Cade Klubnik Gives Dabo Swinney High Praise Following Final Clemson Game

Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik’s collegiate career may be over, but that’s not stopping how he speaks about his head coach, Dabo Swinney. Klubnik and Swinney shared an emotional press conference following Clemson’s loss to Penn State in the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl on Saturday afternoon, featuring tears and hugs between the two.

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College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / December 29

Key Departures: Clemson’s Biggest Losses Before 2026

With Clemson’s 2025 season coming to a close, many players have declared for the NFL Draft. Let’s take a deep dive into the significance of these losses and how Clemson can bounce back going into 2026.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / December 28

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.

Penn State ends late-season surge with Pinstripe Bowl win

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East Carolina bests Pittsburgh in turnover-filled Military Bowl

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No. 19 Virginia throttles Missouri to capture Gator Bowl

No. 25 North Texas caps season with New Mexico Bowl win

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 26

Penn State vs. Clemson Prediction: Pinstripe Bowl Preview

College football’s bowl slate for the 2025-26 season continues with Penn State and Clemson meeting in the Pinstripe Bowl on Dec. 27. The Tigers and Nittany Lions had preseason aspirations of contending for the national title, but both teams underachieved and will be looking to use Saturday’s game as a chance to finish ‘25 on a high note.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 26

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Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 19

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Clemson Tigers News / New Baseball Media / December 17

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: Clemson

The 2025 season was supposed to be different for Clemson. The Tigers rolled through the regular season and were one of 16 schools to host a Regional. But after beating USC-Upstate in their opening contest, losses to West Virginia and Kentucky ended Clemson’s season at home.