Clemson Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ranking Clemson's NFL Draft Departures from Least to Most Impactful Entering 2026

This past weekend's 2026 NFL Draft proved that talent evaluators still hold Clemson in high regard. Despite the Tigers' worst season in 15 years, the program sent nine players to the pros, tied for third-most among college teams in the country and matching the program's 2016 class for the most picks in the modern NFL Draft era.

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4-Star DB Announces Clemson Offer

Clemson has handed out a new offer. Four-star cornerback Bryce Williams (Western, FL) announced the offer Monday night after an unofficial visit to campus.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Lions Had Been Eyeing Miller for Years

The Detroit Lions loved Blake Miller and really wanted to land the Clemson offensive tackle in the 2026 NFL Draft. So much so, that Detroit even thought about trading up to get him.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

NCAA Releases Statement on Eligibility, Addresses Tampering

After a robust discussion, the Division I Board of Directors on Monday directed the Division I Cabinet to advance an age-based eligibility concept that,

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

What Keeps Drawing In-State RB Back to Clemson?

Michael Martin II has visited Clemson so many times now, it basically feels like he is a part of the program. The 2028 three-star in-state running back (Christ Church) worked out at camp last summer, was on hand for most every home game last season, then made four visits during the spring, including the spring game.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Another Swing and Miss for Clemson

Clemson has suffered another miss on the recruiting trail. Four-star OL Peyton Miller (Anna, TX) announced a commitment to Florida on Monday, choosing the Gators over Clemson, Texas Tech and Texas, among other schools.

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.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Former Clemson DE Signs Undrafted Free Agent Deal

A former Clemson defensive end is getting his NFL chance. This Tiger is now a Bill. After going unselected in the 2026 NFL Draft, Cade Denhoff has signed an undrafted free agent deal with the Buffalo Bills.

Christian Reeves News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Former Clemson Big Lands at New School

A former Clemson basketball player has landed at a new school. Former Tigers’ big man Christian Reeves announced a commitment to Kansas on Friday. Reeves, who began his career at Duke before spending the 2024-25 campaign at Clemson, where injuries played a part in him averaging just five minutes per contest.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 27

Clemson Misses Out on Fifth Offensive Lineman of 2027 Cycle

The Clemson Tigers have offered 10 offensive linemen in the 2027 cycle, but haven't seen much success so far; now, half of those prospects have chosen elsewhere, leaving the program with zero commitments at the position heading into May.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Clemson Set to Miss On Another Recruiting Target?

While the writing has been on the wall for weeks, it’s now official. Clemson is going to miss on another tight end target. Four-star Jaxon Dollar announced on Sunday that he will reveal his college decision on Thursday, and he will choose between Notre Dame, Miami and Georgia.

Ben Boulware News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Brown Gets Early Draft Hype from Boulware

We’re still in the midst of the 2026 NFL Draft, but star Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown is already receiving some hype for next year’s draft from his position coach for the Tigers.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Priority Target Includes Clemson In Final 4

And then there were four. Four-star offensive lineman Carter Jones (Posquon, VA) released his four finalists on Sunday, with Clemson, Penn State, Tennessee and Georgia each making the cut.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 27

Five Clemson Tigers With First-Round Potential in Next Year's NFL Draft

When the NFL Draft comes around, one thing is for sure: the Clemson Tigers sees many of their players get drafted. Just look back at the 2026 event, which concluded this past weekend.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 27

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

Jets head coach Aaron Glenn addressed the state of his quarterback room after the team added Klubnik.

True-or-false for the 2026 NFL Draft: How will Jeremiyah Love, Fernando Mendoza, David Bailey and others fare in their rookie seasons?

Winners, losers from Day 3 of NFL Draft: Steelers make feel-good pick, Diego Pavia goes undrafted

Jets take stab at finding quarterback by trading up for Cade Klubnik

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Klubnik on Jets Trade-Up: ‘It Means a Lot’

On Saturday – Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft – Clemson’s Cade Klubnik was the fifth quarterback taken off the board in this year’s draft. The New York Jets took Klubnik in the fourth round with the 110th pick overall pick – the 10th pick of Round 4.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 27

Blue Devils Shutout Tigers to Take Series

Cassidy Curd allowed just three hits and struck out five in a complete game shutout, as No. 12 Duke down Clemson, 6-0, Sunday at the Smith Family Stadium in Durham, N.C.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 26

Louisville Sweeps Reeling Tigers In Walk-Off Fashion

Jimmy Nugent’s second homer of the game, a two-run shot in the bottom of the 10th, gave Louisville a 7-5 walk-off win over Clemson to complete a three-game weekend sweep on Sunday at Jim Patterson Stadium in Louisville, Ky.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 26

New OL Offer Goes Out

Clemson extended a new offensive line offer over the weekend. Four-star JJ Brown (Parkview, GA) announced the offer on Saturday after an unofficial visit to campus.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 26

See Where Each Undrafted Clemson Tiger Was Signed After 2026 NFL Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft came to an end on Saturday, but there are still opportunities for those who weren’t drafted this weekend. Several Clemson Tigers who didn’t hear their name called during the event were signed at the end of the weekend, continuing their careers as undrafted rookies.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 26

Record-Tying Draft for Clemson Football

CLEMSON — By the end of the fifth round of this weekend’s 2026 NFL Draft, Clemson Football had already tied its record for the most selections in a seven-round draft.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 25