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Clemson's Quarterback Battle Leaning Towards Candidates Ahead of LSU

The 2026 offseason has brought plenty of storylines for the Clemson Tigers, but one involves the most important position of them all: quarterback. Now,

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Clemson Creating Some Depth at Linebacker

Linebacker depth has been a main talking point among Clemson fans throughout the offseason. Sammy Brown is the anchor of the room, with the junior collecting numerous preseason honors over the past couple of weeks, while Jeremiah Alexander and Kobe McCloud round out the top three spots.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

Column: Clemson Trying to Survive, Get Over It

CLEMSON — If you scroll on X.com, visit the message boards or listen to the radio, you will come across Clemson fans complaining that the school is not doing enough financially to get with them times in college football.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

House Will be Packed at the Other Death Valley

CLEMSON — Clemson will open the 2026 season in Baton Rouge, La., when the ACC’s Tigers take on No. 11 LSU at Tiger Stadium on Sept 5. On Wednesday, LSU announced the game will be played in front of sold-out crowd.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

ACC Implements New Rule Regarding Former Pro Athletes

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (theACC.com) — The ACC Board of Directors unanimously adopted a resolution directing the Commissioner to enforce certain eligibility requirements when an athlete seeks to return to collegiate participation after intentionally pursuing a professional career.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

2 Tigers Land in 2027 First-Round Projections

Before the 2026 college football season kicks off, the Bleacher Report Scouting Department released its initial projection for the first round of next year’s NFL Draft.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

Where Clemson Landed in ESPN’s FBS Tiers

ESPN recently released a tiered ranking of all 138 FBS teams entering the 2026 season, and Clemson’s ranking reflects tempered expectations following a disappointing 2025 campaign.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

Clemson NFL Rookie Continues to Turn Heads, Impress

Washington Commanders wide receiver and former Clemson star Antonio Williams continues to turn heads and impress with his performance ahead of his rookie NFL season.

Lane Kiffin News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

Has Clemson-LSU Turned Into Matchup of Good vs Evil?

Have Lane Kiffin and LSU become college football’s top villain? Texas Tech certainly has an argument for that top spot, but with some of Kiffin’s recent actions, the Bayou Bengals just might be the rightful owners of that moniker now.

Andy Burburija News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 27

Why ESPN Believe Clemson DT Andy Burburija is a Breakout Sleeper in 2026

The 2026 offseason saw the Clemson Tigers dive into the transfer portal more than usual. As a result, some of the players that not many people are talking about could end up breaking out next season. One of the more untraditional pickups, junior-college All-American Andy Burburija, is getting the national eye, though.

Ashton Hampton News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

Hampton Far From Being a ‘Nobody’

CLEMSON – In the entirety of human history, perhaps no one has ever been happier to win a game of bingo than Clemson defensive back Ashton Hampton. In a social media video posted by Clemson football last week, the junior was seen screaming in celebration as he walked up to claim his prize during a competition-ridden team bonding exercise.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 27

CBS Sports Counting Out Clemson in ACC Prediction

Two years removed from their last ACC Championship, the Clemson Tigers will have to gain back the respect of plenty of national analysts in the sport. That includes those with CBS Sports.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 27

Can Adams be Alpha Swinney Looking for at DT?

CLEMSON – Following last week’s scrimmage, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney mentioned the word ‘alpha’ four times, using the moniker to refer to seven different players on the Tigers’ 105-man roster.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 27

See Which Clemson Tigers Made ESPN's Top 100 Player List

Despite not being ranked in the AP Top 25 poll, the Clemson Tigers still have the quality to be mentioned on individual lists. ESPN revealed its top 100 players entering the 2026 season, and three Tigers made the shortlist.

Vic Burley News / The Clemson Insider / August 26

More Details From Burley’s Day in Court Released

CLEMSON — Through a Freedom of Information Act request, The Clemson Insider was able to obtain the details from Vic Burley’s guilty plea Wednesday morning at the Clemson University Municipal Court.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 26

Corporate Sponsor Logo on Frank Howard Field

CLEMSON — Frank Howard Field has some company at Memorial Stadium. Clemson Athletics, through Clemson Ventures, expanded its partnership with Prisma Health on Wednesday, as the healthcare organization’s will be visible across several Clemson athletic venues this season.