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Clemson Tigers LB Says Team Can't 'Point Any Fingers' Following 3-4 Start of Season

Despite a two-game away win streak, the Clemson Tigers were unable to string another together following a 35-24 loss to SMU on Saturday afternoon. After

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Swinney Updates Sadler’s Injury Status

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney held a Zoom conference call with the media on Monday evening. Swinney provided an update on starting left guard Collin Sadler, who had to be carted off the field with an injury during last Saturday’s loss to SMU.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / October 20

Swinney Address Possible Coaching Changes

CLEMSON — Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney was asked a couple of questions regarding his coaching staff during Monday’s conference call with the media. Swinney was asked if he expects to make any staff changes or shuffle any coaching responsibilities during the Tigers’ open date.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 20

5-Star Announces Clemson Offer

One of Clemson’s most prominent visitors from the weekend has picked up an offer. Five-star CB Hayden Stepp (Bishop Gorman, NV) announced the offer via a social media post after visiting for the SMU game.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 20

Bakich Lands Second Commitment In As Many Days

CLEMSON — Erik Bakich has landed a second commitment in as many days for Clemson. 2027 RHP Gray Davis (Trinity, KY) announced his verbal pledge to the Tigers on Monday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 20

Wesco Has Message for Supporters

After suffering a scary injury in this past Saturday’s game against SMU, Clemson wide receiver Bryant Wesco Jr. took to social media Monday with a thank-you message.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 20

Kickoff Time, Network Announced for Clemson-Duke

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (theACC.com) – The Atlantic Coast Conference and its television partners have announced the following football game times and networks for Week 10 of the season, October 31-November 1.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 20

Death Valley's Edge Dulls as Clemson's Home Drought Grows

For nearly a decade, Death Valley was a place where visiting teams came to watch their dreams die, no matter the record. The Clemson Tigers ' 40-game home winning streak, the longest in the nation at the time, turned Memorial Stadium into one of College Football’s most intimidating environments.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 20

Bakich Stays Hot On Recruiting Trail

Erik Bakich is keeping Clemson hot on the recruiting trail. The Tigers landed a commitment from 2027 CF Vaughan Steinert (The Stony Brook, NY) on Sunday.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 20

Four-Star Clemson Commit Shuts Down Recruitment

It’s been a tough start to the 2025 season for the Clemson Tigers . After entering the year as the No. 4 team in the country, coming fresh off a 2024 College

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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Haynes King News / Shakin The Southland / October 20

ACC Power Rankings Post-Week 8: Miami, FSU, Clemson, and Duke fall while Louisville and Georgia Tech Rise

A Friday night shocker in Miami and a late night upset in Palo Alto sends the ACC Power Rankings into chaos and makes for a fun time ranking this wacky conference.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 20

What are the Tigers playing for? Not much

CLEMSON — Clemson opened the 2025 season ranked No. 4 by the Associated Press. The expectations for the Tigers were to be playing for a national championship come late December and early January.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 20

One Day Later: Back to Reality for Clemson

CLEMSON — After back-to-back road wins, the Clemson football team was feeling pretty good about itself. On Saturday, SMU sent the Tigers crashing back down to reality.

College Football News / The Clemson Insider / October 19

Bad News for South Carolina

South Carolina’s current recruiting class took a hit on Sunday. Four-star in-state TE Jamel Howse (Newberry) announced his decommitment from the Gamecocks on Sunday, one day after a 26-7 home loss to Oklahoma that dropped Shane Beamer’s team to 3-4 on the season and 1-4 in SEC play.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 19

Latest injury update on Clemson’s Wesco

CLEMSON — The Clemson Insider has some new information on the injury to Clemson wide receiver Bryant Wesco, Jr. As you know, Wesco was injured during a third-quarter punt return, in which he was flipped up in the air by an SMU defender and landed on his head.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / October 19

Swinney Vows Clemson Will ‘Win More Championships’

Despite the sub-.500 record this season, Dabo Swinney remains confident that Clemson will win more championships in the future. In fact, the Tigers’ longtime head coach promises that his program will.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 19

Former Tiger, Current NFL Player Doesn’t Hold Back

A former Clemson standout had plenty to say during and after the Tigers’ 35-24 loss to SMU on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Former Tiger defensive lineman DJ Reader, who currently plays for the Detroit Lions, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts on Clemson’s disappointing season.

Dabo Swinney 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.

Dabo Swinney News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 18

Dabo Swinney’s contract and buyout sends clear message on Clemson future

Things have continued to spiral for Clemson under head coach Dabo Swinney. The Tigers lost to SMU 35-24 on Saturday, falling to 3-4 overall and 2-3 in the ACC.

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 Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / October 17

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Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / October 17

Watch: Clemson's Juju Harris Provides The Lone Goal In Tigers' Upset

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.