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Clemson Tigers Transfer Portal Tracker, Sophomore Safety Headed to Portal

The NCAA transfer portal opens for college football on Jan. 2, but players around the country whose seasons have ended have already announced their intentions to enter.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 1

Clemson Losing Member of QB Room to Portal

Clemson is losing a member of its quarterback room. Redshirt freshman Cade Trotter announced on Wednesday that he plans to enter the transfer portal when it opens on Friday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 1

Clemson DB Set to Enter Transfer Portal

Clemson is losing another defensive back to the transfer portal. Safety Rob Billings has revealed plans to enter the portal when it opens on Friday. The redshirt sophomore has appeared in 32 games over his first three seasons with the Tigers, recording seven tackles.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 1

Veteran Lineman Says Farewell to Clemson

One offensive lineman is saying goodbye to Clemson. After finishing his career in the Pinstripe Bowl last Saturday, veteran Tristan Leigh posted a farewell message to Tiger Nation on Wednesday.

Cade Klubnik News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

Big News for Outgoing Clemson QB

Cade Klubnik is taking that next step in his journey. The outgoing Clemson quarterback announced in an Instagram story on Wednesday that he and longtime girlfriend Macey Matthews are officially engaged.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

Clemson Survives In ACC Opener

Getting big games from R.J. Godfrey and Dillon Hunter, Clemson went on the road and knocked off Syracuse 64-61 in its ACC opener on Wednesday afternoon in the JMA Wireless Dome.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 31

Three Quarterbacks Clemson Could Target In Transfer Portal

After wrapping up the 2025 college football season, the Clemson Tigers are set to enter next year with a new playcaller and uncertainty at quarterback.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

National Analyst On Clemson: ‘Fix the Quarterback Dabo’

One national analyst believes Clemson’s issues on the gridiron come down to one simple thing. USA Today’s Matt Hayes believes not having the right quarterback in place is what has held the Tigers back since Trevor Lawrence departed for the NFL.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / December 31

Clemson Basketball squeaks by Syracuse

It was yet another dramatic ending to a Clemson Basketball game that the Tigers led for much of. Still, in the end, Brad Brownell’s team was able to hang on and secure an opening ACC win with a victory over the Syracuse Orange.

Cade Klubnik News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

Heldt Talks Strong Bond with Klubnik: ‘That’s My Guy’

After transferring to Clemson from Purdue ahead of the 2025 season, Will Heldt was only teammates with Cade Klubnik for one season, but the two built a strong and meaningful relationship in a relatively short amount of time.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

Pollack: 2026 ‘Prove-It Year’ for Swinney, Clemson

David Pollack certainly did not expect Clemson to go 7-6 in 2025. Clemson came into this season having won the 2024 ACC Championship, its eighth conference title in 10 years.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

Swinney Praises Record-Setting Clemson Lineman

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney had plenty of praise for senior offensive tackle Blake Miller following his final game as a Tiger, and deservedly so. Miller’s Clemson career ended with a 22-10 loss to Penn State in the Pinstripe Bowl on Dec.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 31

Frontrunner Emerges For Clemson's Offensive Coordinator Search

The Clemson Tigers are on the hunt for a new offensive coordinator, and just over 36 hours after announcing that Garrett Riley will depart, a frontrunner has emerged, first reported by Larry Williams with On3’s Tiger Illustrated.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

Clemson QB Commit Still ‘All In’ Despite OC Change

Dabo Swinney might be changing offensive coordinators, but the lone quarterback commit in the 2027 class is holding firm with his pledge. Four-star Kharim Hughley, who committed to the Tigers back in July, about a week after picking up his offer, says he’s still fully locked in with Clemson.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 31

Young Tight End Poised for Expanded Role in Clemson’s Offense

As the Clemson Tigers prepare to roll out a new-look offense for the 2026 college football season, one underclassman could be poised to carve out an expanded role.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 31

Five-Star Prospect Impressed by Clemson, Brownell

As the Clemson Tigers gears up for the start of ACC play, facing Syracuse this Wednesday, the program's on-court identity continues to resonate beyond the current roster.

Dabo Swinney News / The Spun / December 30

Dabo Swinney Fires 2 Coaches After Disappointing 2025 Season

Clemson football announced two coaching changes following an underwhelming 7-6 campaign. Head coach Dabo Swinney revealed Monday that offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Garrett Riley and co-defensive coordinator and safeties coach Mickey Conn won't return to the program next season.

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College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / December 29

Key Departures: Clemson’s Biggest Losses Before 2026

With Clemson’s 2025 season coming to a close, many players have declared for the NFL Draft. Let’s take a deep dive into the significance of these losses and how Clemson can bounce back going into 2026.

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Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / December 28

Dabo Swinney raises doubts over Clemson's direction after bowl loss

Dabo Swinney raises doubts over Clemson's direction with ugly Pinstripe Bowl loss

The Clemson Tigers capped a disappointing 2025 season with an ugly 22-10 loss to the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Pinstripe Bowl, raising fresh doubts over the program's direction under longtime head coach Dabo Swinney.

Penn State ends late-season surge with Pinstripe Bowl win

Clemson ran the most embarrassing fake punt of all time

East Carolina bests Pittsburgh in turnover-filled Military Bowl

BYU's future is bright after Pop-Tarts Bowl win over Georgia Tech

No. 19 Virginia throttles Missouri to capture Gator Bowl

No. 25 North Texas caps season with New Mexico Bowl win

College Football News / Athlon Sports / December 26

Penn State vs. Clemson Prediction: Pinstripe Bowl Preview

College football’s bowl slate for the 2025-26 season continues with Penn State and Clemson meeting in the Pinstripe Bowl on Dec. 27. The Tigers and Nittany Lions had preseason aspirations of contending for the national title, but both teams underachieved and will be looking to use Saturday’s game as a chance to finish ‘25 on a high note.

Clemson Tigers News / New Baseball Media / December 17

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: Clemson

The 2025 season was supposed to be different for Clemson. The Tigers rolled through the regular season and were one of 16 schools to host a Regional. But after beating USC-Upstate in their opening contest, losses to West Virginia and Kentucky ended Clemson’s season at home.