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Ranking the Top 10 Individual Performances of the 2025 Clemson Football Season

As the 2026 Clemson Football season approaches, it's given us at Clemson Tigers on SI the chance to take a look back at what went right for the program in 2025 after finishing just 7-6.

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Dunning’s Day Dimmed By Loss

ATHENS, Ga. – It is very rare that a pitcher can throw a full seven-inning game, allowing no earned runs, and still suffer a loss. In Clemson’s 1-0 defeat at the hands of UNC Greensboro at Jack Turner Stadium at the Athens (Georgia) Regional Friday that was the case for hurler Abby Dunning.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

Finebaum Takes Latest Jabs at Swinney

It’s well-known that ESPN personality Paul Finebaum has often been a vocal critic of Clemson Football and Dabo Swinney over the years. Finebaum’s latest jabs at Clemson’s longtime head coach came this week during an episode of The Paul Finebaum Show.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

UNCG Upends Clemson In Georgia Regional

ATHENS, Ga. – Pitcher Abby Dunning gave a near-perfect performance at Jack Turner Stadium Friday, but three errors by Clemson’s defense allowed UNC Greensboro to best the Tigers 1–0 in the opening round of the Athens (Georgia) Regional.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

Clemson Finds New Way to Lose

After being held scoreless over the first eight innings, Virginia Tech plated two runs in the bottom of the ninth to pick up a 2-1 walk-off win over Clemson on Friday at English Field in Blacksburg, Va.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

National Outlet Names Spring Overreaction for Clemson

CBS Sports went through and identified one “post-spring overreaction” for each of the 17 football programs in the ACC. “For most teams, this is the time for unbridled optimism and best-case scenarios, though not for everyone,” CBS Sports’ Austin Nivison wrote.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

From Problem to Solution for Clemson’s Backfield

CLEMSON – With just a minute left in Clemson’s loss to SMU last October, one Mustang player tiptoed through defenders into the end zone to punctuate the Tigers’ fourth loss of the season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

Dates for Syracuse, Duke Games Announced

CLEMSON — The Atlantic Coast Conference announced updated scheduling for Friday contests for the 2026 football season. The updated schedule impacts two games on Clemson’s 2026 football schedule.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

Fast-Rising TE Set to Return to Clemson

Despite having yet to lock up a tight end in the 2027 class, Clemson is already exploring some options when it comes to the next recruiting cycle. 2028 three-star Lee Steele (Orange Beach, AL) was on campus for the Spring Elite Day in April.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

In-State WR Still Trying to Make ‘Dream School’ Become Reality

While it may be starting to get a little late in the process, Nick Gordon is not giving up on his dream to play at Clemson. The 2027 in-state wideout, out of Cheraw, has long dreamed of suiting up and playing for the Tigers.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 15

Clemson Football Sees Two Schedule Changes to 2026 Season

Despite the official schedules coming out several weeks ago, the ACC released its schedule for the Friday night games, and the Clemson Tigers saw changes in some expected matchups. The ACC revealed on Friday that Clemson will not play the Syracuse Orange on Friday, Nov.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

Tigers Continue Slide, Closing in on Historic Futility

The Clemson baseball team lost its third straight game Thursday night, and its fourth in the last five, as it is in jeopardy of having its worst conference season in the history of its storied program.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 15

Skip Bayless Gives NFL Player Comp for Klubnik

Longtime sports personality Skip Bayless sees potential and upside in former Clemson star and current New York Jets rookie quarterback Cade Klubnik. Bayless gave an NFL player comp for Klubnik, who was selected by the Jets in the fourth round of this year’s NFL Draft.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 14

Clemson Vaults up in National Outlet’s Rankings

Clemson vaulted up in one national outlet’s rankings after the conclusion of spring football. With spring practice in the books, CBS Sports released its post-spring rankings of every team in the FBS ahead of the 2026 college football season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 14

Former Clemson CB Signs Rookie Contract

Former Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell is now officially a Falcon. The Atlanta Falcons announced Thursday they have agreed to terms with Terrell on his rookie deal.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 14

First Spring Back Cemented Morris’ Legendary Tales

CLEMSON – For centuries, a society’s most beloved legends and fables have been crafted gradually through word of mouth. Through each recollection around a campfire or public square, a story’s plot points blur as characters become caricatures, ballooning in strength and intrigue, as bards shape a narrative.

Charlie Barnes News / The Clemson Insider / May 14

Former Tiger Claimed off Waivers by MLB Team

Former Clemson pitcher Charlie Barnes now has another chapter in his professional journey. The Los Angeles Dodgers recently claimed Barnes off waivers from the Chicago Cubs.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 14

Texas Coach Blasts Ole Miss

As you know, Clemson had a very public transfer portal situation earlier this year with former Cal linebacker Luke Ferrelli. Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney made headlines when he came out and publicly accused Ole Miss and head coach Pete Golding of tampering with Ferrelli.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 14

Four-Star Safety Leaves Clemson Out of Final Five

The Clemson Tigers have officially lucked out on their third safety target of the recruiting cycle, with a top 15 player at the position trimming his list recently.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 14

Phillips Addresses Tampering, Clemson-Ole Miss Case

ACC Commissioner Jim Phillips met with the media Wednesday morning at this week’s ACC Spring Meetings at the Ritz Carlton at Amelia Island in Florida. Among the topics Phillips addressed is tampering, which is a rampant issue in college football, especially in today’s age of the transfer portal.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 14

Clemson CB Target Scraps Official Visit, Swaps in SEC Trip

The recruiting misses at the cornerback position continue to mount for the Clemson Tigers this spring, with a recently offered target scrapping his official visit with the program.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 13

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

Cade Klubnik 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.

The 'Active NFL QB starts leaders' quiz

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.

Amon-Ra St. Brown gives his real thoughts on Lions' 2026 draft class

Lions' under-the-radar signing may be their smartest move yet

Lions finally did something fans have wanted for years

Lions get encouraging news about their 2026 season

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL season' quiz

Cade Klubnik News / Yardbarker / May 4