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Clemson Nabs Ninth Defensive Commitment of Transfer Portal Period

More pieces are coming in for the Clemson Tigers ahead of the 2026 season, as head coach Dabo Swinney and company landed their second FCS transfer of the offseason.

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Clemson Transfer Headed to SEC

A former Clemson defensive back is SEC-bound. Former Tigers’ safety Ricardo Jones has committed to Vanderbilt. During his two seasons with the Tigers, Jones had 68 tackles (2.0 for loss), seven interceptions with one pick six, five pass breakups, a sack and a forced fumble in 862 defensive snaps over 25 games.

Trevor Lawrence News / The Clemson Insider / January 12

Lawrence, Jags Experience ‘Tough End’ to Stellar Season

Trevor Lawrence, Travis Etienne and the Jacksonville Jaguars saw their season come to a disappointing end on Sunday. Buffalo scored with just over a minute

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

Johnson Adds Element of Explosiveness to Backfield

While Clemson has been reloading its defense through the transfer portal, many have been wondering when the Tigers would address the offense. With Dabo Swinney choosing not to pursue a portal quarterback, there just aren’t many holes on that side of the ball that need filling.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

Current Clemson RB Responds to Portal Addition of Chris Johnson Jr.

With Clemson landing transfer running back Chris Johnson Jr., some have questioned whether that move will upset the apple cart in the room. Rising sophomore Gideon Davidson is the presumed starter next season, even with the addition of Johnson.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

Clemson Secures First Portal Commitment for Offense

Clemson has now added a portal piece on the offensive side of the ball. SMU transfer RB Chris Johnson Jr. has committed to the Tigers while on a visit.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

Portal DE Commits to Clemson

Clemson has picked up a transfer portal commitment from an FCS edge rusher. Howard defensive end CJ Wesley has committed to the Tigers. Wesley, a rising redshirt senior, announced an offer from Clemson on Saturday following a visit to campus.

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

4-Star In-State Target Sets Next Clemson Visit

One of Clemson’s top in-state recruiting targets has set his next visit to campus. Four-star OL Nate Carson (Irmo) tells The Clemson Insider that he will be on hand for the Elite Retreat on March 7.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / January 11

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Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / January 11

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

Clemson Commits Invited to The Opening

Two different Clemson commits have received invites to the prestigious Nike event, The Opening. This is widely considered one of the nation’s most exclusive events when it comes to high school showcases, with just 100 players receiving invites to each regional.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 11

Clemson Basketball Entering Historic Territory With Hot ACC Start

In an ACC that has had historic teams define the conference, the Clemson Tigers are beginning to find their own historic within it. Clemson stormed to a hot start in ACC play, moving to 4-0 following a double-digit win over Notre Dame on Saturday night.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

Former Clemson Safety Target Commits Elsewhere

A former Clemson target in the 2027 recruiting class has committed elsewhere. Louisville (Ky.) safety Garyon Hobbs pledged to Indiana on Saturday. Hobbs plays at Atherton High in Louisville but is transferring to Christian Academy of Louisville next season.

Baylon Spector News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

Former Tiger Signed to Active Roster for NFL Playoff Game

A former Clemson linebacker will be on the active roster for this NFL team’s playoff game Sunday. The Buffalo Bills announced they have signed Baylon Spector from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Sunday’s AFC Wild Card game against the Jacksonville Jaguars (1 p.m., CBS).

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / January 11

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 11

Porter, Clemson ‘Steal’ the Game from Irish

Jestin Porter scored nine straight points for Clemson late in the second half, as he helped the Tigers win their 12th straight ACC regular season game Saturday at the Joyce Center in South Bend, Ind.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 10

Clemson Pulls Trigger on Another Portal Offer

Clemson has pulled the trigger on another transfer portal offer. Howard defensive end CJ Wesley announced the offer from the Tigers via social media on Saturday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 10

Clemson Football Unveils 2025 Team Awards

CLEMSON, S.C. — Former Clemson All-American, decorated NFL veteran and philanthropist Grady Jarrett received the Brian Dawkins Lifetime Achievement Award at Clemson’s annual football banquet on Saturday afternoon.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 10

Clemson DL Withdraws Name from Transfer Portal

A reserve Clemson defensive lineman, who entered the NCAA transfer portal after it opened, has now taken his name out of the portal. Caden Story has withdrawn his name from the transfer portal, The Clemson Insider confirmed Saturday.

Clemson Tigers News / Shakin The Southland / January 10

Porter Scores 26 as Clemson Takes Down the Irish

Coach Brad Brownell would never admit it, but tonight’s homecoming matchup in his home state of Indiana probably meant a little more to him than your typical ACC conference game.

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Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / January 9

Clemson Tigers Linked to Big Ten Defensive Tackle Transfer

Despite already acquiring two transfer defensive tackles in Oklahoma's Markus Strong and West Georgia's Kourtney Kelly , the Clemson Tigers' activity in the transfer portal continues to expand along the defensive front, with recent interest in an Ohio State transfer.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / January 8

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Dabo Swinney News / Athlon Sports / January 7

Clemson, Dabo Swinney Receive Exciting News on Wednesday

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson Tigers finished the 2025 season going 7-6 and 4-4 in ACC matchups. They capped the year with a Pinstripe Bowl loss to the Penn State Nittany Lions.