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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.

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What’s Going on with Syracuse Basketball?

Clemson travels to Syracuse on New Year’s Eve. We’ve already done a full preview of the game which you can view here. For those at want more, we did a special deep dive Q&A with Dominic Chiappone of Nune’s Magician.

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.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

OC Candidate Spotlight: Make Monken Say ‘No’

CLEMSON — As Clemson continues its search for a new offensive coordinator, one name that popped up late Monday night as a strong candidate is current Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 31

QB Swinney’s Most Important Decision, Not OC

CLEMSON — While all the fuss the last few days has been about Clemson’s offensive coordinator role, the Tigers have more concerns heading into the offseason than just coaching.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

OC Candidate Spotlight: Morris The Easy Button

Dabo Swinney officially parted ways with offensive coordinator Garrett Riley on Monday, with the full focus now squarely on who the head coach will choose to be the next offensive coordinator at Clemson.

Demonte Capehart News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

Clemson DL Accepts Invitation to All-Star Game

DeMonte Capehart has finished up his six-year career at Clemson, and on Monday, an announcement was made regarding Capehart and a college all-star football game.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

National Analyst Not Optimistic About Future of Clemson Football

National college football analyst Josh Pate gave some thoughts on Dabo Swinney and Clemson after a very disappointing 7-6 season in 2025, which was capped off by a 22-10 loss to Penn State in the Pinstripe Bowl this past Saturday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

Clemson Misses On Another Elite Recruiting Target

When it comes to one of Clemson’s top defensive end targets, the writing was on the wall. Five-star EDGE DJ Jacobs (Blessed Trinity, GA) had been trending away from the Tigers for quite some time, with Miami, Georgia, Notre Dame, Ohio State and Oregon as schools emerging as the contenders.

Troy Stellato News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

Former Clemson Tiger Headed Back Into Portal

A former Clemson player is heading back into the transfer portal. Kentucky WR Troy Stellato is planning to enter the portal when it opens on Friday. Stellato spent three seasons at Clemson before transferring to Kentucky ahead of the 2025 season.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 30

What Clemson's Next Offensive Coordinator Will Need to Improve on in 2026

The Clemson Tigers have moved on from offensive coordinator Garrett Riley after his third season with the program, meaning change is coming within that

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

OC Candidate Spotlight – Could Clemson Get a Two-for

With Dabo Swinney officially parting ways with offensive coordinator Garrett Riley on Monday, attention now turns towards who will be running Clemson’s offense moving forward.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

Clemson to Use 7-6 Season as ‘Fuel to the Fire’

A 7-6 record is certainly not what Clemson had envisioned or expected when it began the 2025 season as the No. 4 team in the country, with College Football Playoff and national title aspirations.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / December 30

Clemson Transfer Portal Tracker

Last updated 1:00pm, 12/30/2025 Departing: Offense RB Keith Adams: Adams is the son of a former Clemson player and was brought in despite few P4 offers.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 30

Former Clemson Receiver Entering Transfer Portal For Second Straight Season

In the ever-changing world of college football, the Clemson Tigers will see a former player look for another opportunity elsewhere. After leaving Clemson for Kentucky last season, Troy Stellato will be entering the transfer portal once again, looking for another opportunity with another team.

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.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 30

Five Names to Watch to Replace Garrett Riley as Clemson's Offensive Coordinator

The Clemson Tigers made their biggest move of the offseason two days after their 2025 season ended with the departure of third-year offensive coordinator Garrett Riley. The Clemson offense dipped following a 2024 season that included a College Football Playoff appearance.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 30

Clemson Signee Reacts to Staff Change

When a school parts ways with an assistant coach, that impact reaches further than the players currently on the roster. It also has an impact on recruits.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 30

Clemson Reportedly in Mix for Transfer Safety

The Clemson Tigers football program doesn't have a reputation for being particularly active in the transfer portal, but the ever-changing college football landscape may be forcing a shift in approach.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / December 29

Dabo Swinney, Clemson make coaching changes after 7-6 season

Dabo Swinney has made some changes after the Clemson Tigers' disappointing 7-6 season in 2025.

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

Emotional moment as Cade Klubnik breaks down in tears while discussing his time at Clemson

New Michigan HC Kyle Whittingham takes first jab at Ohio State

The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

Dabo Swinney News / Yardbarker / December 29

Dabo Swinney's inability to change could be his downfall at Clemson

Dabo Swinney is who he is at this point in his career with the Clemson Tigers.

Swinney, Clemson make coaching changes after 7-6 season

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

Notre Dame HC Marcus Freeman's announcement throws cold water on NFL rumors

The 25 greatest players in SEC football history

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

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.