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The State of Clemson's Defensive Line Room Following Vic Burley's Arrest

One of the Clemson Tigers’ most unproven rooms going into next season is at interior defensive lineman. Following this weekend’s events, it will be even thinner for 2026. Graduate lineman Vic Burley was arrested early Saturday morning and is now suspended indefinitely from the team.

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ACC Football Power Rankings: Preseason

Welcome to our first edition of the ACC power rankings for 2026. As a reminder, these are not projected standings. Some teams, like NC State, may have easy schedules and may rise above teams like Florida State or Georgia Tech who have daunting schedules.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / August 23

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Vic Burley News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 22

Clemson Suffers Major Blow with Vic Burley Arrest, Suspension

Standout Clemson defensive tackle Vic Burley was arrested by the Clemson University Police Department on Saturday morning for disorderly conduct. The situation is a major blow to the Tigers’ defense, coming just two weeks before the 2026 campaign gets underway.

Vic Burley News / ESPN / August 22

Clemson DT Burley suspended following arrest

Clemson has suspended DT Vic Burley indefinitely following his arrest Saturday morning for disorderly conduct, coach Dabo Swinney announced.

Dabo Swinney News / EssentiallySports / August 22

Clemson Athlete Gets Suspended 'Indefinitely' Days After Arrest; Dabo Swinney Issues Statement

Head coach Dabo Swinney has drawn a hard line just weeks before the 2026 season begins. A key piece of the defense is now out of the picture following a weekend incident, in which the player allegedly got in trouble with the authorities.

Dabo Swinney News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 22

Why Josh Pate Remains Optimistic Regarding Dabo Swinney, Clemson Football

Entering the 2026 season, the Clemson Tigers are a team that has media personalities split on where they stand. However, On3 and ESPN college football

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 21

Clemson Still Searching for Fifth Starter on O-Line

CLEMSON — Dabo Swinney, Chad Morris and Matt Luke have all said they are trying to find their five best offensive linemen. At the moment, the Tigers have four.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 21

Linebackers Answering Bell in Fall Camp

CLEMSON – Two weeks ago, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney provided a public challenge to his linebackers in a meeting with media members ahead of fall camp.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 21

Former Tiger in ‘Tight’ Battle for NFL Backup QB Role

Neither Trey Lance, nor former Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei, has separated from the other in the competition for the Los Angeles Chargers’ backup quarterback job.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 21

(WATCH) Clemson Quarterback Picture Becoming Clear

The Clemson podcast 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 / August 21

Injury Updates on Veteran RB, Sophomore WR

Senior running back Jay Haynes was unable to take part in Clemson’s first scrimmage of fall camp last Saturday, due to an injury suffered in camp earlier in the week.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 21

Swinney Details Pennington’s New Role

CLEMSON — Earlier this week, it was revealed that Dietrick Pennington was taking on a new role at Clemson. After spending his first five seasons working extensively along the offensive line, Pennington is now going to play both ways.

Dabo Swinney News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 21

Dabo Swinney Still Waiting for an 'Alpha' to Emerge at Defensive Tackle

Over the course of Clemson Football's offseason, there have been two key position groups with major questions heading into 2026: linebackers and defensive tackles.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 21

Clemson Rookie Delivers Pick-Six vs. No. 1 Overall Pick

Clemson’s Wade Woodaz delivered an unforgettable NFL highlight Thursday night. During the Houston Texans’ preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Reliant Stadium in Houston, Woodaz — a rookie linebacker for the Texans — intercepted the No.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 21

Clemson Leaves Final Intersquad Scrimmage Disappointed: 'The Worst Day We've Had'

On Thursday afternoon, the Clemson Tigers had their final intersquad scrimmage of the preseason, but head coach Dabo Swinney wasn’t pleased with the outcome. Some of the players, who are expected starters, didn’t see the field as much as the rest of the group.

Will Heldt News / ACC Digital Network / August 21