Clemson Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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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

The 'College football color teams' quiz

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 / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 20

Clemson Lands Top 10 Running Back, Fifth Four-Star Commit in 2027 Class

Following the commitment of four-star safety Jarrell Chandler on Monday, another Clemson Tigers target, running back Gary Walker, announced that he'd be committing on Wednesday, May 20.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Antonio Williams Has Message for Clemson Fans

Former Clemson wide receiver Antonio Williams had a message to Clemson fans who are rooting for him as he enters his rookie season in the NFL. “Clemson means so much to me and everybody that’s there, and helped shape me and who I am,” Williams said at the annual NFLPA Rookie Premiere event in Los Angeles.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Are ‘Sweeping Changes’ In Store for Clemson Baseball?

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — After Clemson’s disappointing season ended with a elimination in the opening round of the ACC Tournament, head coach Erik Bakich quickly took full responsibility for the Tigers not playing to their potential in 2026.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / May 20

Why Erik Bakich Called Clemson Baseball's Season 'Underperforming' After ACC Tournament Exit

Clemson baseball and head coach Erik Bakich have had one primary goal in mind since he took the helm in 2022: get to Omaha for the College World Series.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 20

Irish Eliminate Clemson, Put Tigers Out of Misery

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — There will be no magical run for Clemson in this year’s ACC Tournament as No. 10 seed Notre Dame hit three home runs and eliminated the No.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 19

Wesco an Honorable Mention on McElroy’s Top 10 WR Rankings

ESPN college football analyst Greg McElroy recently went through and ranked the top 10 wide receivers entering the 2026 season. Before he listed the top 10, McElroy ran through some other receivers that belong in the conversation — honorable mentions that just missed McElroy’s top 10, but could play their way into the top group by season’s end.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 19

Clemson Makes Final 4 for DL Target

One of Clemson’s top targets has trimmed his list to four. Three-star DE Kalib Spivey named his four finalists on Monday, with Clemson, Georgia Tech, Duke and Maryland making the cut.

Mike Williams News / The Clemson Insider / May 19

Williams Pegged as Impact Rookie, Perfect Draft Pick Fit

Former Clemson wide receiver Antonio Williams is starting his NFL career in the nation’s capital after being selected by the Washington Commanders in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / May 19

Behind-the-Scenes Look at Clemson’s Record-Tying Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft was a record-tying draft for Clemson Football. With nine total selections, Clemson matched its school record for a seven-round draft and came within one pick of the overall school record of 10 from the 12-round draft in 1983.

Hevin Brown-Shuler News / The Clemson Insider / May 19

Clemson DT Expected to Miss 2026 Season

CLEMSON — Clemson redshirt sophomore defensive tackle Hevin Brown-Shuler will undergo treatment following confirmation of a Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis.

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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