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Injury to top weapon makes life even harder for Clemson

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers have got to be feeling the pressure right now. They're 3-4 after a loss to SMU on Saturday, and high-profile college football analysts like Paul Finebaum are saying that Swinney has lost his championship touch.

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Allen Calls out Clemson’s D-Line

CLEMSON — Coming into the 2025 season all everyone talked about was how great of a defensive line Clemson was going to have. On paper, it is easy to see why.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

Clemson D Still Chasing Standard

CLEMSON — Getting Clemson’s defense fixed has been a little more challenging than Tom Allen expected. While the Tigers have shown some improvement in areas, the standard in place is still not being met.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

Swinney Gives Latest Injury Update on Starting LT

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney held a Zoom conference call with the media on Monday evening. Swinney updated the status of starting left tackle Tristan Leigh (ankle), who did not play in last Saturday’s loss to SMU.

Ray-Ray McCloud News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

Former Clemson WR Released by NFL Team

A former Clemson wide receiver has been released by this NFL team. The Atlanta Falcons released Ray-Ray McCloud on Tuesday. McCloud did not play in the Falcons’ last two games against the Buffalo Bills in Week 6 and the San Francisco 49ers in Week 7.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

Portal Combat: Bakich Not Risking Locker Room to Win Bidding War

CLEMSON — Each year since arriving at Clemson, head baseball coach Erik Bakich has shown plenty of willingness to make his team better through the transfer portal.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

Smith’s Catch Proves Heart, Want to

CLEMSON – When young basketball players are taught to rebound, the steps are simple: face the goal, box out your opponents, jump as high as you can, and secure the ball.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

Trio of Tigers Taken in ESPN Analyst’s 2026 Mock Draft

ESPN NFL draft analyst Jordan Reid recently released his projections for every first-round pick in 2026. Reid’s 2026 NFL mock draft has a trio of Clemson players being taken among the top 17 picks – defensive tackle Peter Woods, cornerback Avieon Terrell and defensive end T.J.

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Watch: Clemson vs. SMU Full Match Replay | 2025 ACC Women's Soccer

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

SMU Believed It Was Better Team Than Clemson

SMU rolled into Memorial Stadium on Saturday and knocked off Clemson, 35-24, avenging the last-second loss to the Tigers in last season’s ACC Championship Game.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 21

Clemson Tigers Focus on 'Fighting For Clemson' After Setbacks

When a team doesn’t have a season that it would like, it changes the focus for the rest of the way. That’s what the Clemson Tigers are doing right now. Clemson’s loss to SMU last weekend at home saw a glimmer of hope for the ACC Championship get crushed right before its eyes.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

Young Arms Continue to Shine for Clemson In Fall Ball

CLEMSON — During Sunday’s fall ball intrasquad scrimmage at Doug Kingsmore Stadium, Clemson’s young arms continued to impress. One of the biggest things to stand out is that some of those guys throw hard.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 21

Bakich Adds Third Commitment In Three Days

Erik Bakich is on a heater at Clemson. The Tigers landed a third commitment in as many days on Tuesday, as two-way in-state talent Griffin McKain (Fort Mill) announced a verbal pledge to Clemson.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 21

Top In-State 2028 RB Michael Martin II Recaps Third Clemson Visit

One of South Carolina’s top 2028 prospects was back in Tigertown this past weekend, as Christ Church Episcopal running back Michael Martin II made his third visit to Clemson.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 21

Former South Carolina Commit Flips to Clemson

The Clemson Tigers and head coach Erik Bakich are on a tear in the recruiting department, having three different commits for the 2027 class in the past 24 hours.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / October 21

SMU vs Clemson Analytics: Explosives Were Even. Efficiency Was Not

Clemson fell 35–24 to SMU in a game defined by trench play and situational inefficiency. Despite out-passing SMU and holding a slight edge in time of possession, Clemson’s inability to establish the run (1.2 YPC) and protect the quarterback (4 sacks, 8 TFL allowed) flipped field position and scoring leverage.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / October 20

Paul Finebaum's criticism of Dabo Swinney may be deserved

Paul Finebaum's harsh criticism of Clemson's Dabo Swinney may be deserved

ESPN talking head Paul Finebaum has run out of patience with Clemson Tigers' head football coach Dabo Swinney.

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College Football News / Gridiron Heroics / October 19

'I’ve Never Worked Harder': Dabo Swinney Vows Clemson Will Return to Championship Form

The numbers tell a brutal story that nobody at Clemson imagined when the season began. the program entered 2025 ranked fourth in the nation, but now they sits at 3-4 overall and 2-3 in ACC play, below .500 for the first time in years.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Clemson wideout Bryant Wesco hospitalized after scary punt flip

Clemson’s top receiver carried the ball on a punt return in the third quarter and was hit low, sending him flipping through the air and landing awkwardly on the back of his head/neck.

Christopher Vizzina News / ACC Digital Network / October 18

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Cade Klubnik News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Clemson Makes Decision After Cade Klubnik Development

Saturday’s clash between Clemson and SMU carries added intrigue as the Tigers continue a turbulent 2025 campaign. Clemson enters the contest 3-3 overall and 2-2 in ACC play, still searching for consistency after an up-and-down start.

Clemson Announces Significant Decision Before SMU Game

The Clemson Tigers have endured an inconsistent 2025 season, entering Week 8 with a 3-3 overall record, 2-2 in ACC play. Ranked No. 4 in the AP preseason poll, expectations were high after a strong recruiting cycle and talk of a return to playoff contention, but the Tigers have struggled at times this season.

Nolan Hauser News / 5 GOATs / October 12

SMU vs. Clemson odds: Opening point spread released

SMU travels to Clemson for a Week 8 clash in the ACC. With game day approaching, the opening odds and point spread have been revealed. The Tigers have opened as a 10.0-point favorite over the Mustangs.