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CLEMSON — The Clemson Softball team learned where it will be playing in the NCAA Tournament, which will begin later this week. The Tigers (32-20) will open the double-elimination regional on Friday against UNC Greensboro (42-17).

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 10

Clemson Drops Game, Series to FSU

CLEMSON – With a ranked ACC series win and possible postseason hopes on the line, Clemson left seven runners on base and allowed 15 hits as the Tigers fell 6-3 to No.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 10

Where Clemson Sits in Post-Spring ACC Rankings

When USA Today released its post-spring college football top 25 last month, Clemson dropped several spots coming out of spring practice, slipping to No.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 10

Clemson Falls to UNC in NCAA Tourney

CLEMSON – After a historic year, Clemson’s season came to a close at Dorrance Field Sunday with a 17-6 loss to No. 2 seed North Carolina in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 10

2028 DB Has Eye-Opening Trip to Clemson, Sets Next Visit

After making his debut visit back in the spring, a Tar Heel state defensive back has now set a return date. 2028 cornerback Dominic Williams (Jacksonville, NC) will be back in Clemson on June 2 to work out at Dabo Swinney’s high school camp.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 10

New WR Name to Know

There is a new name to know on the Clemson recruiting front. Three-star wide receiver Julian Cromartie (College Park, TX) has locked in plans to be at the official visit weekend, May 29-31, despite not yet holding an offer from the Tigers.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / May 10

Clemson Defense SWOT: Weaknesses & Opportunities

They say college football has become a big business and its true. One well-known business technique is called a SWOT analysis. Inspired by the Talkin’ Yanks podcast, I will bring you a SWOT analysis for Clemson football.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 10

Nelson’s Dominant Outing Helps Keep Hope Alive

CLEMSON — Michael Sharman has been the anchor of Clemson’s starting rotation this season. The left-handed hurler has been the Tigers’ most consistent starter, routinely giving the team five-plus innings week in and week out.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 10

Clemson Likely Headed to SEC Regional in NCAA Tourney

CLEMSON – After finishing the regular season on April 26, Clemson was hoping the long rest would give it an opportunity to make a run in the ACC Tournament.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 10

Clemson Bounces Back, Knots Series

CLEMSON – It may have been Senior Day at Doug Kingsmore Stadium, but freshman pitcher Danny Nelson and junior second baseman Jarren Purify stole the show as Clemson defeated No.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 9

Swinney: Klubnik ‘Better Have Some Thick Skin’

Being a professional athlete in New York certainly isn’t easy. But that’s the challenging environment former Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik will have to operate in.

No. 14 Seminoles Hang Another Series-Opening Loss On Clemson

CLEMSON — Wes Mendes struck out 10 hitters across six innings of work, as No. 14 Florida State secured an 8-4 series-opening win over Clemson on Friday at Doug Kingsmore Stadium, snapping the Tigers’ three-game winning streak.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 8

Clemson Claws Wildcats for First Round Victory

CLEMSON – All-American Freshman Emma Penczek shattered career-highs in assists, goals, and shots as unseeded Clemson dominated Davidson 19-6 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Dorrance Field in Chapel Hill, N.C.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 8

Williams, Capehart Sign Rookie Contracts

Two more former Clemson standouts have signed their rookie contracts. The Washington Commanders announced they have signed former Tiger wide receiver Antonio Williams, while the Tampa Bay Buccaneers announced the signing of former Tiger defensive lineman DeMonte Capehart.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 8

Clemson RB Target SEC Bound, Details Decision

After days of speculation, it’s official. Clemson has missed on running back target Andrew Beard. The four-star back out of Prince Avenue Christian (GA), announced a commitment to Florida on Friday, choosing the Gators over Clemson, Tennessee and Georgia.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 8

Aunt of 2 Former Clemson Stars Killed in Crash

Really sad news regarding the aunt of two former Clemson stars and current Atlanta Falcons teammates. Giselle Terrell Perry, the aunt of brothers A.J. and Avieon Terrell, was killed Wednesday afternoon after a driver crashed into her car in the parking lot outside a Kroger supermarket in Decatur, Ga.

Atlanta Braves News / The Clemson Insider / May 8

Strider: ‘I Don’t Want a Participation Trophy’

After a rocky 2026 season debut, Atlanta Braves righthander and former Clemson standout Spencer Strider is slated to make his second start of the season on Saturday against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 8

Clemson Tigers Named in Final Five for Four-Star Linebacker

It's officially that time of year when recruits start narrowing down their college choices and locking in official visits to the programs they can truly see themselves calling home a year from now.

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

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 6

Clemson Offers Three-Star Cornerback, Schedules Official Visit

Just one day after offering former Alabama commit and three-star cornerback Nash Johnson III, the Clemson Tigers and defensive backs coach Mike Reed pulled the trigger on another up-and-coming talent.

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

The 'Active NFL QB starts leaders' quiz

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 1

Clemson Predicted to Land Four-Star Running Back

As the offseason deepens, recruiting becomes an increasingly defining stretch, and that's no different when it comes to one of Clemson's priority running back targets.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 29

Geno Smith reportedly has strong feelings about Jets possibly signing Russell Wilson

A New York Jets team that brought Geno Smith back to the organization to be its starting quarterback for the 2026 season hosted big-name free-agent Russell Wilson for a visit on Monday evening.

Do Jets view Cade Klubnik as eventual replacement for Geno Smith?

Predicting when top 2026 NFL Draft QBs will receive first start

NFC East predictions after the 2026 NFL Draft: The division finally has a clear leader

The 'Famous NFL nicknames' quiz

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.