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Where Does Clemson Land In ESPN’s Most Recent Bracket?

Despite three early losses, the Clemson Tigers men’s basketball team has shown it can compete with some of the nation’s top programs. Just over a third of the way through the season, Clemson has already earned some national respect, landing at No.

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Despite Missing 7 Starters, Clemson Defense Ready for Pinstripe Bowl

CLEMSON — Since the conclusion of the South Carolina game, the personnel on Clemson’s defense has taken a hit. Peter Woods, T.J. Parker, Avieon Terrell and DeMonte Capehart opted out of the Pinstripe Bowl to concentrate on their preparation for the NFL Draft.

Eric Mac Lain News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Former Tiger Previews, Predicts Pinstripe Bowl

In a recent episode of the Gramlich & Mac Lain show with fellow Clemson alum Kelly Gramlich, former Tiger and All-ACC offensive lineman Eric Mac Lain previewed and gave his prediction for the Pinstripe Bowl on Saturday.

Dan Jennings News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Penn State Without Third DE for Pinstripe Bowl

Penn State will be missing a third defensive end for the Pinstripe Bowl matchup against Clemson. Freshman Daniel Jennings is no longer with the Nittany Lions, per a report from 247 Sports.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Former Tiger Signing Two-Way Deal with NBA Team

A former Clemson standout has reportedly received a two-way deal. PJ Hall is signing a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets, according to ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk.

Deshaun Watson News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Browns Make Decision on Watson for 2025

The Cleveland Browns have made a decision regarding former Clemson star quarterback Deshaun Watson. Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed this week that Watson will not be activated this season and that he will not play in 2025.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Miller Speaks Highly of Redshirt Freshman OL

With Clemson starting offensive guard Collin Sadler out for the Pinstripe Bowl vs. Penn State, redshirt freshman Ronan O’Connell may have to step up. O’Connell is an option to replace Sadler in the starting lineup.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

4-Star Target Includes Clemson In Top Schools

Clemson has made the initial cut for one of its most recent offers. Four-star CB Kei’Shjuan Telfair (Euclid, OH) released his Top 10 on Monday, with Clemson, Penn State, Ohio State, Arizona State, Notre Dame, Michigan, Southern Cal, Indiana, Miami and Nebraska all making the list.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 24

Former Clemson Star Inks Two-Way Deal with NBA Team

P.J. Hall’s persistence at the professional level has paid off once again. After bouncing between multiple NBA and G-League rosters over the past year, the former Clemson Tigers star has landed another two-way contract, this time with the Charlotte Hornets .

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Is Clemson Ready to Attack Transfer Portal?

CLEMSON — Something happened last year few thought would ever happen. Clemson Football used the transfer portal. The Tigers went to the portal and pulled out star defensive end in Will Heldt, a future star at linebacker in Jeremiah Alexander and a wide receiver with a ton of upside in Tristan Smith.

College Football News / The Clemson Insider / December 24

Another Penn State Starter Out for Pinstripe Bowl

Penn State is down another starter for its Pinstripe Bowl matchup against Clemson on Saturday. Veteran defensive end Zuriah Fisher is opting out of the bowl game.

Wade Woodaz News / The Clemson Insider / December 23

Allen Raves About Woodaz, Impact on 2025 Tigers

Clemson senior linebacker Wade Woodaz turned in one of his best games of the 2025 season last time out against rival South Carolina on Nov. 29. Unfortunately for Woodaz, that would turn out to be his final game in a Clemson uniform, as he will miss the Pinstripe Bowl vs.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 23

Clemson Assistant Reportedly Headed to Another ACC School

This Clemson assistant is reportedly headed to another ACC school. Syracuse is hiring John Scott Jr. to be the program’s assistant head coach, defensive run game coordinator and defensive line coach, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 23

Former Clemson Star Reportedly Has New Coaching Job

A former Clemson standout reportedly has a new coaching job. Former Tiger offensive lineman Chris Hairston has been hired as the new offensive line coach for Winston-Salem State University, according to HBCU Gameday.

Tee Higgins News / The Clemson Insider / December 22

Higgins Finds End Zone in Return from Injury

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver and former Clemson star Tee Higgins found the end zone again on Sunday in his return from injury. Higgins hauled in an impressive 9-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter to open the scoring in the Bengals’ eventual 45-21 win over the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Trevor Lawrence News / The Clemson Insider / December 22

Lawrence Continues to Stay Hot: ‘This Is Where the Fun Starts’

Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars are rolling. The former Clemson quarterback, and top pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, sliced up the Denver defense in a 34-20 road win on Sunday, continuing what is arguably the best stretch of his career.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 22

3 Former Tigers Listed Among Top Potential Free Agents

A few Clemson pros are among the top players set to hit the free-agent market in 2026, according to this national outlet. Pro Football Focus (PFF) recently ranked the top 70 potential free agents to keep tabs on entering next offseason.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 20

Could The Clemson Tigers Make a Move on This Transfer QB?

As Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers prepare for life without quarterback Cade Klubnik, one possible replacement just made himself available. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, TCU starting quarterback Josh Hoover plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 19

Clemson Defensive Coordinator Excited To Play Former Team in the Pinstripe Bowl

Last season, the defensive coordinator, Tom Allen, helped lead the Penn State Nittany Lions to the National Championship in Atlanta. Now, he will be facing

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.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 17

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Clemson Tigers News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10

BYU caps historic comeback with epic buzzer-beater over Clemson in Jimmy V Classic

The BYU Cougars scratched and clawed its way to a comeback of epic proportions on Tuesday to beat the Clemson Tigers at the buzzer. No. 10 BYU trailed Clemson by 21 points at halftime of their Jimmy V Classic clash at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, N.Y.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 9

BYU caps historic comeback with buzzer-beater vs. Clemson

No. 10 BYU caps historic comeback with buzzer-beater against Clemson

It did not look good for No. 10 BYU for most of the game, but after a historic second-half rally and an emphatic buzzer-beater, the Cougars prevailed in a 67-64 thriller over Clemson.

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Peter Woods News / Yardbarker / December 9