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Dabo Swinney’s Reluctance For Transfer QB Highlighted by Clemson’s 4-3 Record

In the 2026 offseason, 12 of the 17 ACC schools decided to roll with a transfer quarterback, or a former player of a different program, to begin the season.

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Virginia Tech Analytics: Stop Me If You Think You’ve Heard This One Before

Both defenses created disruption, but neither offense consistently operated efficiently. Clemson’s pass protection held up better than its run blocking, while Virginia Tech gradually took control of the game through possession and late scoring.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / October 27

Swinney Asked about Having NFL Type GM

During his radio show Monday night, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney addressed the idea of having an NFL-style model where a general manager makes the roster decisions.

Mike Norvell News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

Norvell Says FSU ‘Ready to Embrace’ Clemson ‘Challenge’

Florida State head coach Mike Norvell says the Seminoles are focused and “ready to embrace” the challenge and opportunity that Clemson presents. The Tigers will visit Tallahassee on Saturday (7 p.m., ACC Network) as Clemson seeks to extend its current road winning streak at Doak Campbell Stadium to five games.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

Two Tigers Earn ACC Weekly Honors

CLEMSON, S.C. – The Atlantic Coast Conference announced today that defensive end Will Heldt (ACC Defensive Lineman of the Week) and kicker Nolan Hauser (ACC Specialist of the Week) have earned ACC weekly honors in their respective categories for their performances Saturday against Virginia Tech.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

Finebaum Sounds off on Swinney after Latest Loss

Paul Finebaum believes a Dabo Swinney loss no longer deserves national attention. Following Clemson’s 20-16 home loss to Virginia Tech on Saturday, Finebaum offered a quick thought on Swinney.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

Former Clemson Commit Finds New Home

A former Clemson commit has announced a verbal pledge to a new school. Three-star LB RJ Hudson announced a commitment to Texas on Monday. Hudson recently decommitted from the Tigers so he could take an official visit to Austin.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

Bart Boatwright’s Photo Gallery: Clemson Falls to Virginia Tech

CLEMSON — Virginia Tech quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer’s 5-yard touchdown pass to tight end Luke Reynolds with 1:44 remaining lifted the Hokies to a 20-16 victory over Clemson on Saturday night at Memorial Stadium.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

Kickoff Time Announced for Clemson-Syracuse

CHARLOTTE – The Atlantic Coast Conference and its television partners have announced the following football game times and networks for Week 10 of the season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

Mac Lain Says Reynolds Should Not Be Playing

One former Clemson Tiger is not holding back. Current ACC Network analyst and former Clemson offensive lineman Eric Mac Lain has been fairly critical of the Tigers.

Deshaun Watson News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

Watson Comes through with Another Game-Winning Drive

In Week 7 of the NFL season, former Clemson star Deshaun Watson once again stepped up in crunch time when his team needed him the most. The Cleveland Browns defeated the Tennessee Titans 27-24 on Sunday after Watson led another game-winning drive — his fifth fourth-quarter, game-winning drive of the 2026 season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 26

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.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / October 26

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.

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.

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.