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Why This Percentage Shows Glaring Offensive Issue For Clemson Football

Despite Clemson being 3-2 at above .500 in the ACC, there’s been an issue on offense that viewers instantly see. The Tigers aren’t scoring touchdowns.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / October 10

Clemson 2026 Self-Scout: Where the Team Stands At The Bye Week

Clemson looks like two very different teams through the first half of the season. The defense has been good enough to keep Clemson competitive, while the offense has consistently struggled to sustain drives, create explosive plays and finish possessions.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 10

Clemson Bests Coastal In Myrtle Beach Exhibition

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Clemson and Coastal Carolina played the first of two scheduled exhibitions on Friday night at Pelicans Park in Myrtle Beach. The Tigers plated three runs in the second, with freshman Louis Hernandez driving in two on a double into the gap in right-center, and that proved to be enough as Clemson won 5-1.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 10

Clemson Defense Better Than Numbers Show

CLEMSON — Though the statistics do not necessarily show it at the moment, Clemson’s defense has definitely shown improvement from last year to this year.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

Clemson Wants to Open the Floor

CLEMSON – Pull up a shot chart of almost any Clemson basketball game last year, and you will find some recurring themes. In these charts, made public by national media sites, open orange circles usually represent missed shots by Tiger players while colored circles represent made baskets.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

Clemson Comments on PCSA Accusation

CLEMSON — Clemson University has been getting slammed in the last week since a report came out saying the University was one of four ACC schools that asked Congress to amend the Protect College Sports Act (PCSA), according to a report from an independent Florida State Website.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

Clemson Suffers First Decommitment

Clemson has suffered its first decommitment of the 2027 recruiting class. Three-star LB RJ Hudson has decommitted from the Tigers, The Clemson Insider has confirmed.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

ESPN Draft Analysts Shower Praise on Hampton

On ESPN’s First Draft show, NFL Draft analysts Field Yates and Mel Kiper Jr. showered high praise on Clemson junior cornerback Ashton Hampton. Their conversation came on the heels of Yates ranking Hampton as the No.

Kourtney Kelly News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

Kelly Would Provide Boost to Improving D-Line

Clemson came into the season with a lot of question marks at defensive tackle. The Tigers hit the transfer portal hard at that position during the offseason, adding Kourtney Kelly, Markus Strong, Andy Burburija and Devarrick Woods.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

Clemson Commit Set to Visit SEC School

At least one Clemson commit is exploring other options. Last month, three-star LB RJ Hudson (Varina, VA) added an offer from Texas, and The Clemson Insider has confirmed he has now locked in an official visit to Austin on October 24, when the Longhorns host Ole Miss.

Deshaun Watson News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

Watson in a ‘Great Space’ amid Hot Streak

Former Clemson star Deshaun Watson is feeling great right now — physically, mentally and spiritually — amid the hot streak he’s currently enjoying. Following

Ace Buckner News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 9

How Clemson Guard Ace Buckner Learned, Worked on Weaknesses in 2026 Offseason

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Clemson basketball guard Ace Buckner was candid when discussing what he needed to do during the offseason: he wanted to be the most complete player possible.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

Clemson Aiming High for Upcoming Season

CHARLOTTE — Brad Brownell readily admits his team is far from a finished product, but he really likes the potential of this Clemson basketball team. First things first, though, is that the Tigers need to get healthy.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 9

Proof it Works, Defense Should Hit Transfer Portal Hard, Again

CLEMSON — Darian Mensah walked into Death Valley last season and threw for 361 yards and 4 touchdowns. He also completed 27 of 41 passes (65.9 percent) and averaged 8.8 yards per attempt.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 8

Clemson Offense Still Searching for Answers

With five games in the books, Clemson heads into the open date still facing some serious questions. Chad Morris was rehired to pump some life back into the offense, particularly a running game that was rendered mostly ineffective last season, but after five games, there are some serious reservations about where this unit currently sits.

Brad Brownell News / The Clemson Insider / October 8

Brownell Shares Thoughts On Protect College Sports Act

CHARLOTTE — Brad Brownell has experienced a lot of success at Clemson since the landscape shifted with the advent of NIL. The longtime head coach has been masterful at navigating this new landscape of college athletics, which includes using the transfer portal to supplement his roster.

Tristan Leigh News / The Clemson Insider / October 8

Former Clemson Lineman Reunites with NFL Team

A former Clemson lineman has reunited with an NFL team. Former Tiger offensive tackle Tristan Leigh signed with the Minnesota Vikings’ practice squad, the team announced this week.

Tee Higgins News / The Clemson Insider / October 8

Tee Higgins Injury Update

It appears Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver and former Clemson star Tee Higgins has avoided an overly serious injury. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor announced this week that Higgins is considered day-to-day with his adductor (groin) injury.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 8

Shipley Primed for Leading Role in Week 5?

Former Clemson star running back Will Shipley appears primed for a prominent role Sunday for the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 5 against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London.

Tait Reynolds News / The Clemson Insider / October 8

Reynolds Draws Praise from Clemson Coach

As you well know, true freshman Clemson quarterback Tait Reynolds was under constant duress throughout last Saturday’s 41-13 loss to No. 4 Miami. Though

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 6

Top Clemson Recruit Expected to Miss Remainder of 2026 Season

One of the Clemson Tigers’ bright spots regarding the program has been their 2027 class, which is a consensus top 20 team in the country. However, one

Clemson Tigers News / Viral Sports News / October 6

Former Clemson Tigers Captain Receives Major NFL Update

Former Clemson Tigers defensive end K.J. Henry is back in black and gold, and the path that got him there still runs through Death Valley. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reported Tuesday that the Pittsburgh Steelers are signing the ex-Clemson star to their practice squad.

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 2

No. 4 Miami at Clemson could be affected by weather delays

Clemson beat reporter Chapel Fowler from The State Newspaper in Columbia, South Carolina, reported on Friday that the Tigers are "monitoring potential inclement weather" for their game against the No. 4 Miami Hurricanes on Saturday.

No. 4 Miami at Clemson gets prime-time kickoff slot

Miami makes its case as top-five team with emphatic win over Central Michigan

Miami gets justified spot in top four of both polls

WR Malachi Toney on pace to set multiple Miami records

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