Clemson Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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The Clemson Tigers have been on a recruiting spree this past week, and it’s not stopping now, with only more targets being influenced by the commitments of safety Jarrell Chandler, running back Gary Walker and wide receiver Jamarin Simmons.

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ESPN Weighs in on Clemson’s QB Battle

ESPN weighed in on various quarterback battles to watch around college football – including what to look for as Christopher Vizzina and Tait Reynolds compete to be Clemson’s QB1.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 21

Clemson Featured in ESPN’s ‘Wild’ Predictions for 2026

One hundred days away from kickoff of the 2026 college football season, ESPN college football reporters compiled a list of 100 things to know for the upcoming campaign, including top storylines, games and predictions.

Deshaun Watson News / The Clemson Insider / May 21

NFL Insiders on Watson’s Future, Browns QB Battle

Cleveland Browns quarterback and former Clemson star Deshaun Watson missed all of the 2025 season, but is now healthy again. The 30-year-old is entering the final year of his deal in 2026 and is competing with second-year pro Shedeur Sanders for Cleveland’s starting quarterback job.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 21

(WATCH) Clemson Can Win Big Boy Recruiting Battles

The Clemson show where the fans drive the conversation. Each Monday, The Clemson Insider’s Jason Priester goes live at 7 p.m. and fields questions from the audience.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 21

Anonymous ACC Coaches Chime in on Clemson

This week, Athlon Sports published anonymous quotes from ACC coaches about each team in the league ahead of the 2026 season. The commentary on Clemson in the article covers a few different topics, including a couple on the offensive side of the ball.

Tee Higgins News / The Clemson Insider / May 21

Higgins Reveals Lofty Performance Goals for 2026

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver and former Clemson star Tee Higgins has two 1,000-yard seasons under his belt in his NFL career. He has hauled in double-digit touchdown receptions in each of the last two seasons, including a career-high 11 last year.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 21

Where Clemson Stands Ahead of Carter Jones' Commitment

The Clemson Tigers and Dabo Swinney have been on a roll this past week, landing three four-star commitments from safety Jarrell Chandler (Monday), running back Gary Walker (Wednesday) and wide receiver Jamarin Simmons (Wednesday).

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 21

Hampton Hoping to Build on Terrell’s Leadership

When Aveion Terrell forced his first fumble of the 2025 season against LSU, fellow cornerback Ashton Hampton followed him off the field in celebration– arms outstretched, fists pumping, as Clemson opened its year with a stop against a then-Top-10 opponent.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 21

Jarren Purify 'Open to All Options' As Clemson Baseball Awaits Decision

Clemson baseball’s disappointing 2026 season came to a close on Tuesday, and now it will have to wait to see if a key leader will return to its clubhouse next season. Junior infielder Jarren Purify revealed that his future is uncertain with the Tigers, with multiple options on the table heading into the offseason.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 21

TCI Recruiting Roundup: New Developments for CB Targets, OL Board Expands

We have some new updates to pass along from the recruiting trail. Three-star in-state CB Aidyn Wiggins (Byrnes) has tweaked his official visit schedule.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 21

Clemson's 2027 Class Reaching New Heights After Jamarin Simmons Commitment

Not many schools have had a better week recruiting than the Clemson Tigers, which added their third four-star commitment of the 2027 class on Wednesday

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 21

Does Bakich Have What He Needs at Clemson?

CLEMSON — Following Tuesday’s loss to Notre Dame in the first round of the ACC Baseball Tournament, Clemson head coach Erik Bakich said there will be “Sweeping improvements” in the program.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Up-and-Coming In-State WR Set to Visit Clemson

One of the top up and coming in-state wide receivers will be on campus next month. 2029 wideout Jaedon White (Westiside) will work at at Dabo Swinney’s high school camp on June 3.

DeAndre Hopkins News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Which QB Does Hopkins Want to Play With?

After becoming an NFL free agent again this offseason, former Clemson star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins remains on the open market. The 33-year-old Hopkins

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Swinney Hopes Brown-Shuler Will Be One of CFB’s ‘Great Comeback Stories’

On Tuesday, Clemson Football announced that redshirt sophomore defensive tackle Hevin Brown-Shuler is expected to miss the 2026 season amid treatment and recovery after recently being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 20

Clemson lands four-star WR Jamarin Simmons over Florida, Auburn, Nebraska

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers have picked up a commitment from one of the best 2027 wide receivers in the country.

Tennessee lands Brandon Leavell over Clemson, Florida, others

Anonymous Big 12 coach on Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby: 'It's over'

Brendan Sorsby's NCAA lawsuit hits snag following judge's recusal

Three ACC coaches who could find themselves on the hot seat

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Clemson Lands Second Commitment of Day

Clemson has landed its second commitment of the day. Four-star WR Jamarin Simmons announced a commitment to the Tigers on Wednesday, choosing Clemson over Florida, Florida State, Auburn and Tennessee.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Purify Talks About Future at Clemson

Minutes after Clemson’s series-tying win against Florida State on May 9, second baseman Jarren Purify was all smiles. “Shout out (pitcher) Danny Nelson, he did it for us today,” Purify said at the time.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Clemson Lands One of Nation’s Top Running Backs

Clemson has its man. Four-star RB Gary Walker (Creekside, GA) announced a commitment to the Tigers on Wednesday, choosing Clemson over other schools that included Penn State, Florida State, Auburn, Virginia Tech and Stanford.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

A Career of Feeding Sports Knowledge

COLUMBIA, S.C. — It was not long into my youth when I realized I was little different than most kids my age. I was not different in the sense that I loved playing ball, riding my bike and pulling the hair of little girls in pigtails.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 20

Four Tigers Earn All-ACC Honors to Close a Forgettable Season

After months of ups and downs, Clemson Baseball's season finally came to a close Tuesday night, falling to Notre Dame 5-4 in the first round of the ACC Tournament in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / May 20

Notre Dame bounces Clemson from ACC baseball tournament

As Clemson fell 5-4 in Charlotte Tuesday nigh, many of the familiar elements of this season reared their ugly heads. Michael Sharman gave up a leadoff homer to Drew Berkland, which immediately set the tone.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 18

Four-star safety Jarrell Chandler chooses Clemson over Tennessee, Miami

The Clemson Tigers have picked up one of the top safety recruits in the 2027 class.

Oregon lands four-star OT Cameron Wagner: 'Coach Lanning is the best coach in college football'

Has ESPN's Paul Finebaum lowered expectations for Arch Manning, Texas in 2026?

Texas football ticket prices are outrageous as Arch Manning, Cam Coleman rake in millions in NIL deals

Miami HC Mario Cristobal is right on the money about NIL chaos in college football

ACC, Big 12 join calls to expand College Football Playoff, but some opposition still exists

The 'College football color teams' quiz

Cade Klubnik News / Yardbarker / May 11

Jets' Klubnik sends defiant message after slide in 2026 draft

Jets rookie Cade Klubnik sends defiant message after slide in 2026 NFL Draft

Klubnik and Clemson endured a rough 2025 season that the program finished with a record of 7-6, and he slid down the draft board until the Jets took a flier on him in the fourth round.

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