Clemson Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Clemson Offensive Lineman Stepping Away, Not on 2026 Roster

Clemson football cemented its 2026 roster on its directory at the beginning of the week, and while others were added to the team, some were left off of it. One of those players included offensive lineman Watson Young.

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New President is ‘All In’ with Clemson

CLEMSON — Shortly after being approved by the board of trustees as Clemson University’s 16th President on Thursday, Dr. Benjamin Ayers sent a formal email to the alumni and students at Clemson University.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 9

Former Clemson Hurler Commits to SEC School

Another former Clemson baseball player is headed to the SEC. Right-handed pitcher Hayden Simmerson committed to Tennessee on Thursday. Simmerson spent one season with the Tigers, going 1-2 with four saves and a 3.62 ERA.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 9

Top Clemson Target Set to Transfer

One of Clemson’s top recruiting targets in the 2027 class is set to transfer. SF Josh Leonard, one of the top players in the country, will transfer to IMG Academy.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 9

Clemson Lineman No Longer With Team

A Clemson lineman is no longer a member of the Tigers’ roster. Watson Young, who was entering his third season at Clemson, has decided to step away from football, a team spokesperson told The Clemson Insider.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / July 9

Clemson Adds Five Walk-On Transfers Ahead of 2026 Season

With Clemson Football's fall preseason camp on the horizon, there's been some recent news regarding team additions. On Wednesday afternoon, it was announced

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 9

Clemson has its New President, Again

CLEMSON — The Clemson University Board of Trustees met Thursday morning in a called meeting to approve the school’s choice for its next President. The BOT approved Dr.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / July 9

Clemson Football Summer Roster Check In: Defense

Spring practice is done, the Spring Transfer Portal isn’t a thing anymore, and unless someone departs the program like the old days Clemson’s roster is pretty much set for 2026.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 9

Breaking it Down: Freshmen WRs Could Help Offense

CLEMSON – In its 2026 recruiting class, Clemson signed seven high school players with a 4-star designation. Three of those players, almost half of the Tigers’ 4-stars, are wide receivers in their high school class.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 9

Transfer QB Among Additions to 2026 Roster

Clemson has added several transfers to the 2026 football roster, including a signal-caller. With the new five-for-five eligibility rules recently passed, the school is no longer listing players as freshmen, sophomores, juniors or seniors.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / July 9

Clemson Linebacker Target Sets Commitment Date

Clemson’s recruiting efforts have slowed down as the Tigers head into the summer, but there’s a target on their radar who will make his decision quite soon. Four-star linebacker Roman Igwebuike announced on 247Sports that his commitment date will take place this weekend, happening on Saturday at 4:15 p.m.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 9

Center, Speed Usually Do Not Go Hand in Hand

CLEMSON — Of course, most of the talk this offseason has been about Clemson’s quarterback position. Is Christopher Vizzina the guy to really take over the program?

Christopher Vizzina News / The Clemson Insider / July 8

Where Vizzina Sits In National Analyst ACC QB Rankings

Where does Clemson’s Chris Vizzina rank among the ACC’s other quarterbacks? On3 analyst Andy Staples recently ranked the Top 10 quarterbacks in the conference, with Vizzina coming in at No.

Cam Cannarella News / The Clemson Insider / July 8

Cannarella Continues to Rake

Former Clemson star Cam Cannarella just continues to rake at the Double-A level. Cannarella stayed red-hot at the plate for Pensacola, the Double-A affiliate of the Miami Marlins, going 3-for-5 and earning game MVP honors.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / July 8

Clemson Football Depth Chart Analysis: Offensive Line

Day three of the Clemson football depth chart analysis is going into the trenches, literally. The Tigers’ offensive line will see plenty of changed going into 2026, without the likes of Ryan Linthicum, Tristan Leigh, Walker Parks and Blake Miller.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 8

ACC’s Supervisor of Football Officials Steps Down

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Following a distinguished football officiating career that spanned more than 30 years as both an on-field official and an officiating

Ben Boulware News / The Clemson Insider / July 8

Boulware Going Into Hall of Fame

A member of the Clemson coaching staff is being inducted into his alma mater’s Hall of Fame. The TL Hanna Hall of Fame committee announced on Tuesday that Tigers’ linebackers coach Ben Boulware will be one of six inductees for its 2026 class.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / July 8

National Media Sounds Off On Clemson Tigers Prediction in ACC

The ACC has a chance to have a season that marks the changing of the guard. Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers will look to prevent that. July means that more predictions will come into the 2026 season of college football, and ESPN’s Bill Connelly gave his thoughts on where the ACC will end up at the end of this season.