Clemson Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Clemson WR Standing Out to Dabo Swinney With Extra Reps in Practice

For the Clemson Tigers, bowl season has turned into audition season. With more than 20 injuries and opt-outs ahead of the Clemson Tigers’ matchup with Penn State in the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl, young players have been handed a meaningful opportunity to capitalize on newfound playing time.

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List of Penn State Players Unavailable for Pinstripe Bowl

While the number of Clemson players who will miss the Pinstripe Bowl has been well-documented, the attrition rate for Penn State has been somewhat unclear.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 26

(WATCH) All Quiet On Clemson Front as Tigers Head to New York

The Clemson show where the fans drive the conversation. Each Monday, The Clemson Insider’s Jason Priester goes live at 7 p.m. and fields questions from the audience.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 26

Clemson WR Out for Pinstripe Bowl

Clemson will be without this wide receiver for the Pinstripe Bowl matchup vs. Penn State on Saturday. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney said during his press conference Friday that WR Cole Turner will be out for the Pinstripe Bowl with a lower-body injury.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 26

Clemson Lineman Set to Return for Sixth Season

Dabo Swinney has confirmed one of his offensive linemen will be back for a sixth season in 2026. Fifth-year senior Dietrick Pennington will be back in 2026.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 26

Swinney Asked About Smith’s Potential Extra Year of Eligibility

With Clemson senior wide receiver Tristan Smith having spent his first two seasons at the JUCO level playing for Hutchinson (Kan.) Community College, many have wondered whether he might be granted an extra year of eligibility.

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.

Tee Higgins News / The Clemson Insider / December 26

Ja’Marr Chase Calls Out Tee Higgins’ Pro Bowl Snub

On Tuesday, Cincinnati Bengals star Ja’Marr Chase was named to the Pro Bowl for the fifth consecutive season since he entered the NFL in 2021. Chase wonders why his teammate and fellow star wideout, Tee Higgins, didn’t make the Pro Bowl this year as well.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 26

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College Football News / Shakin The Southland / December 26

Scouting Report – Penn State Nittany Lions

Bowl season. It’s hard to tell what exactly you are going to get in these games with opt-outs, new faces getting playing time, questions of motivation, etc.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 26

Clemson Looks to Keep Postseason Streak Alive

NEW YORK — Clemson has a rich bowl history, and postseason history for that matter. The Tigers head into Saturday’s Pinstripe Bowl against Penn State boasting the nation’s longest streak of winning at least one postseason game, either a conference championship, bowl game or College Football Playoff game.

Barrett Carter News / The Clemson Insider / December 25

ESPN Pegs Clemson Pro as Bengals’ Rookie of the Year

Going into Week 17 of the NFL season, ESPN’s NFL Nation reporters picked the rookie of the year for each team in the league. Former Clemson star linebacker Barrett Carter was pegged as the rookie of the year for the Cincinnati Bengals.

Jacksonville Jaguars News / The Clemson Insider / December 25

Orlovsky: Lawrence Is NFL’s Most Improved Player

Former Clemson star Trevor Lawrence threw for three touchdowns and ran for another on Sunday in Week 16 of the NFL season, as the Jacksonville Jaguars (11-4) extended their winning streak to six games with a 34-20, statement victory over the Denver Broncos (12-3), who saw their 11-game winning streak come to an end.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 25

Despite Missing 7 Starters, Clemson Defense Ready for Pinstripe Bowl

CLEMSON — Since the conclusion of the South Carolina game, the personnel on Clemson’s defense has taken a hit. Peter Woods, T.J. Parker, Avieon Terrell and DeMonte Capehart opted out of the Pinstripe Bowl to concentrate on their preparation for the NFL Draft.

Eric Mac Lain News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Former Tiger Previews, Predicts Pinstripe Bowl

In a recent episode of the Gramlich & Mac Lain show with fellow Clemson alum Kelly Gramlich, former Tiger and All-ACC offensive lineman Eric Mac Lain previewed and gave his prediction for the Pinstripe Bowl on Saturday.

Dan Jennings News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Penn State Without Third DE for Pinstripe Bowl

Penn State will be missing a third defensive end for the Pinstripe Bowl matchup against Clemson. Freshman Daniel Jennings is no longer with the Nittany Lions, per a report from 247 Sports.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Former Tiger Signing Two-Way Deal with NBA Team

A former Clemson standout has reportedly received a two-way deal. PJ Hall is signing a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets, according to ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 24

Where Does Clemson Land In ESPN’s Most Recent Bracket?

Despite three early losses, the Clemson Tigers men’s basketball team has shown it can compete with some of the nation’s top programs. Just over a third of the way through the season, Clemson has already earned some national respect, landing at No.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 24

Former Clemson Star Inks Two-Way Deal with NBA Team

P.J. Hall’s persistence at the professional level has paid off once again. After bouncing between multiple NBA and G-League rosters over the past year, the former Clemson Tigers star has landed another two-way contract, this time with the Charlotte Hornets .

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.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 17

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Clemson Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10

BYU caps historic comeback with epic buzzer-beater over Clemson in Jimmy V Classic

The BYU Cougars scratched and clawed its way to a comeback of epic proportions on Tuesday to beat the Clemson Tigers at the buzzer. No. 10 BYU trailed Clemson by 21 points at halftime of their Jimmy V Classic clash at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, N.Y.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 9

BYU caps historic comeback with buzzer-beater vs. Clemson

No. 10 BYU caps historic comeback with buzzer-beater against Clemson

It did not look good for No. 10 BYU for most of the game, but after a historic second-half rally and an emphatic buzzer-beater, the Cougars prevailed in a 67-64 thriller over Clemson.

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Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / December 9