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Why Dabo Swinney Blames Himself, Coaching Staff for Clemson's Loss to Virginia Tech

When the Clemson Tigers headed into the half against the Virginia Tech Hokies on Saturday night, head coach Dabo Swinney was candid regarding his team’s performance, being down 10-3. “It’s all coaching,” he said at halftime.

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Clemson Defense Can’t Hold off Hokies

CLEMSON – Down three points and facing fourth-and-one from the Clemson five-yard line, Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin went for the win, not overtime.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

The 411: Hokies Stun Clemson With TD In Final Minutes

CLEMSON — Clemson dropped a heartbreaker to Virginia Tech on Saturday, with the Hokies getting a late score on a fourth down to take down the Tigers 20-16.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

‘2 Plays on Defense’ Cost Tigers

The Clemson defense put together an inspired performance on Saturday night against Virginia Tech, and the unit was a bright spot in the defensive slugfest at Memorial Stadium – for most of the night.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Clemson Takes Lead Over Hokies

CLEMSON – After two and a half quarters without, quarterback Tait Reynolds ran 16 yards into the back of Memorial Stadium’s west end zone for a touchdown and a 13-10 lead over Virginia Tech.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Bart Boatwright’s Halftime Photo Gallery

CLEMSON — Virginia Tech led Clemson, 10-3, at halftime of Saturday night’s ACC matchup at Memorial Stadium. Virginia Tech took the seven-point lead thanks to quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer’s 6-yard touchdown pass to tight end Luke Reynolds with 1:24 remaining before halftime.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Swinney says Tigers Will Fix Things at Half

It’s safe to say Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney was fired up, and certainly not happy, after the first half of Saturday night’s matchup against Virginia Tech at Memorial Stadium, as his Tigers trailed the Hokies, 10-3.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 25

Halftime Analysis: Clemson Trails VT, Passing Game Non-Existent

CLEMSON — Clemson and Virginia Tech are locked in a low-scoring affair here at Memorial Stadium as the Hokies lead 10-3. The Tigers’ offense has continued to struggle, and mightily at that, and was met with a smattering of boos as the team exited the field.

Dave Doeren News / The Clemson Insider / October 24

ACC Coach has Been Relieved of His Duties

CLEMSON — An ACC head coach is no longer with his school. It was announced on Saturday that NC State head coach Dave Doeren has been relieved of his duties, “effective immediately.” Running back’s coach and special teams coordinator Todd Goebbel will serve as interim head coach for the rest of the season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 24

Bart Boatwright’s Tiger Walk Photo Gallery

CLEMSON — Clemson Football held its traditional Tiger Walk, as fans lined the path to Memorial Stadium to cheer on the Tigers ahead of tonight’s ACC matchup vs.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 24

Latest On Injured Clemson DT

CLEMSON — The final availability report has been released by the ACC ahead of Clemson’s home matchup against Virginia Tech on Saturday. DT Vic Burley, who has been listed as questionable on the last two reports, is now termed a game-time decision.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 24

Brad Brownell Reveals Latest Update on Clemson Guard Dillon Hunter’s Eligibility

After Friday night’s 82-80 exhibition victory over Georgia, Clemson head coach Brad Brownell addressed 5th-year senior Dillon Hunter’s eligibility status as the season draws near.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 24

Observations From Clemson’s Buzzer-Beating Exhibition Win Over UGA

CLEMSON — Clemson hosted Georgia for an exhibition game on Friday night inside Littlejohn Coliseum, with the Tigers getting a buzzer-beater from Dylan Faulkner to knock off the Bulldogs 82-80.

Nolan Hauser News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

Hauser on Pace for Record Season at Clemson

CLEMSON — Nolan Hauser is currently in the process of having the best season ever by a Clemson kicker. Currently, the junior is 15 of 16 thus far on his field goal attempts, including 8 of 9 from 40-yards or more.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

Emotional Day for Clemson’s Brown-Shuler, Family

CLEMSON – Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney had just a few, mighty words for sophomore defensive lineman Hevin Brown-Shuler as the pair wrapped in a hug Thursday morning.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

Update On Top CB Target

CLEMSON — One of Clemson’s most recent offers could be back on campus this weekend. Four-star CB Tyler Boyd (Carrollton, GA) tells The Clemson Insider that he is planning on being in Clemson on Saturday for the Tigers’ prime-time matchup against Virginia Tech.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

3 Players to Watch: Virginia Tech at Clemson

CLEMSON — Clemson hosts Virginia Tech on Saturday night in what is a pivotal game in the ACC standings this week. The Tigers (4-2, 2-1) are one of five teams with one loss or fewer in ACC play this season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

TCI’s Previews and Predictions Virginia Tech at Clemson

CLEMSON — The Clemson Insider’s crew of Will Vandervort, Ashby Mixon and Jason Priester breakdown Saturday’s Virginia Tech at Clemson game at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

Tigers Get Massive Roster Piece Back

CLEMSON – Clemson is officially getting a huge piece of its roster back for the 2026-27 season. Veteran guard Mia Moore, who led the Tigers in points, assists and steals per game last year, announced Tuesday that she has been granted a sixth year of eligibility to play at Clemson.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

CBS Sports Hands Out Midseason Grade to Clemson

CBS Sports handed out a grade to Clemson for the first half of the 2026 college football season. The Tigers (4-2, 2-1 ACC) received a “D” grade, reflecting an uneven start marked by inconsistent play and a pair of lopsided losses to LSU and Miami.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

Morris: ‘We are not there right now’

CLEMSON — Clemson offensive coordinator Chad Morris says the Tigers are going through competition together as they try to figure a way to fix the offense, which has not been productive this season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 23

Clemson’s Search for Portal OL Ended Too Soon

CLEMSON — Heading into the portal cycle after last season, Clemson was aiming to add along the offensive line. With guys like Blake Miller, Tristan Leigh and Ryan Linthicum having played their final seasons, the Tigers were set to lose a ton of experience.

Dabo Swinney News / EssentiallySports / October 23