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Dabo Swinney Makes Concerning Admission Behind Clemson’s Struggles But Refuses to Make Change

Dabo Swinney’s outdated philosophy is turning Clemson into a college football embarrassment. His long-standing resistance to the transfer portal is facing renewed scrutiny as the Tigers sit at a miserable 4-3 following a 20-16 loss to James Franklin’s Virginia Tech.

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Offense Saw Brief Surge in Heartbreaking loss

CLEMSON – After freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds ran into the end zone to cap off a 13-point third quarter, no one was more excited than cornerback Elliot Washington II.

Tee Higgins News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Higgins Explodes for Monster Game in Week 7

Former Clemson star Tee Higgins enjoyed a monster performance Sunday in Week 7 of the NFL season. Higgins went off for six receptions, 148 yards and a touchdown to help lead the Cincinnati Bengals to a 35-13 comeback blowout victory over the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Clemson Enters Matchup at FSU as Underdog

Clemson entered Saturday’s home game against Virginia Tech as a slight 2.5-point favorite, only to ultimately suffer a 20-16 defeat at Memorial Stadium.

Tristan Leigh News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Former Clemson Lineman Released by NFL Team

A former Clemson lineman has been let go by an NFL team. Offensive tackle Tristan Leigh was released from the Minnesota Vikings’ practice squad, the team recently announced.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

One Day Later: More Things Change, More They Stay Same

CLEMSON — After the debacle that was the 2025 season at Clemson, Dabo Swinney insisted he was going back to his core instincts to get the Tigers turned around in time for this season.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / October 25

ACC Power Rankings: Clemson, Georgia Tech, and North Carolina had an ugly Week 8

The ACC field narrowed to just three teams still in contention for the College Football Playoff and ACC Championship. Virginia Tech earned validation that their program is on the rise while Clemson’s season appears spoiled in October yet again.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Loss to Hokies Sets Historic Low for Clemson’s Death Valley

CLEMSON — Something happened at Clemson Saturday night that has not happened in 94 years. For a second straight year, the Tigers lost on Homecoming. Virginia Tech’s Ethan Grunkemeyer threw a 5-yard touchdown pass to tight end Luke Reynolds with 1:44 to play, lifting the Hokies to a 20-16 victory at Memorial Stadium.

Dabo Swinney News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 25

Why Dabo Swinney Blames Himself, Coaching Staff for Clemson's Loss to Virginia Tech

When the Clemson Tigers headed into the half against the Virginia Tech Hokies on Saturday night, head coach Dabo Swinney was candid regarding his team’s performance, being down 10-3. “It’s all coaching,” he said at halftime.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Clemson Defense Can’t Hold off Hokies

CLEMSON – Down three points and facing fourth-and-one from the Clemson five-yard line, Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin went for the win, not overtime.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

The 411: Hokies Stun Clemson With TD In Final Minutes

CLEMSON — Clemson dropped a heartbreaker to Virginia Tech on Saturday, with the Hokies getting a late score on a fourth down to take down the Tigers 20-16.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

‘2 Plays on Defense’ Cost Tigers

The Clemson defense put together an inspired performance on Saturday night against Virginia Tech, and the unit was a bright spot in the defensive slugfest at Memorial Stadium – for most of the night.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Clemson Takes Lead Over Hokies

CLEMSON – After two and a half quarters without, quarterback Tait Reynolds ran 16 yards into the back of Memorial Stadium’s west end zone for a touchdown and a 13-10 lead over Virginia Tech.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Bart Boatwright’s Halftime Photo Gallery

CLEMSON — Virginia Tech led Clemson, 10-3, at halftime of Saturday night’s ACC matchup at Memorial Stadium. Virginia Tech took the seven-point lead thanks to quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer’s 6-yard touchdown pass to tight end Luke Reynolds with 1:24 remaining before halftime.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Swinney says Tigers Will Fix Things at Half

It’s safe to say Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney was fired up, and certainly not happy, after the first half of Saturday night’s matchup against Virginia Tech at Memorial Stadium, as his Tigers trailed the Hokies, 10-3.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Halftime Analysis: Clemson Trails VT, Passing Game Non-Existent

CLEMSON — Clemson and Virginia Tech are locked in a low-scoring affair here at Memorial Stadium as the Hokies lead 10-3. The Tigers’ offense has continued to struggle, and mightily at that, and was met with a smattering of boos as the team exited the field.

Dave Doeren News / The Clemson Insider / October 24

ACC Coach has Been Relieved of His Duties

CLEMSON — An ACC head coach is no longer with his school. It was announced on Saturday that NC State head coach Dave Doeren has been relieved of his duties, “effective immediately.” Running back’s coach and special teams coordinator Todd Goebbel will serve as interim head coach for the rest of the season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 24

Bart Boatwright’s Tiger Walk Photo Gallery

CLEMSON — Clemson Football held its traditional Tiger Walk, as fans lined the path to Memorial Stadium to cheer on the Tigers ahead of tonight’s ACC matchup vs.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 24

Latest On Injured Clemson DT

CLEMSON — The final availability report has been released by the ACC ahead of Clemson’s home matchup against Virginia Tech on Saturday. DT Vic Burley, who has been listed as questionable on the last two reports, is now termed a game-time decision.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 24

Brad Brownell Reveals Latest Update on Clemson Guard Dillon Hunter’s Eligibility

After Friday night’s 82-80 exhibition victory over Georgia, Clemson head coach Brad Brownell addressed 5th-year senior Dillon Hunter’s eligibility status as the season draws near.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 24

Observations From Clemson’s Buzzer-Beating Exhibition Win Over UGA

CLEMSON — Clemson hosted Georgia for an exhibition game on Friday night inside Littlejohn Coliseum, with the Tigers getting a buzzer-beater from Dylan Faulkner to knock off the Bulldogs 82-80.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 23

Takeaways From Clemson's Buzzer-Beater Exhibition Win Over Georgia

Before the Clemson Tigers took to the gridiron this weekend, fans were able to catch a glimpse of the first look of the men’s basketball team. Clemson took down Georgia 80-78 at Littlejohn Coliseum on Friday night, showcasing some old and a lot of new with the 2026-27 roster.

Dabo Swinney News / EssentiallySports / October 23

Prayers Pour In for Cancer Battling Clemson Star as Dabo Swinney Gets Emotional Over Major Health Update

Hevin Brown-Shuler completed his final round of chemotherapy for Hodgkin lymphoma this week, and the moment clearly hit Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney hard.