Clemson Tigers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Clemson, Brownell Set to Fill Remaining Coaching Vacancies Amid Staff Turnover

Yesterday, reports surfaced that the Clemson Tigers would be hiring veteran assistant coach Chris Harriman in the wake of recent departures from Billy Donlon, who took the Eastern Michigan head coaching job, as well as Dick Bender and <a href="/mlb/players/jeff_reynolds/256198">Jeff Reynolds</a>, who both retired after 40 years of coaching.

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Six Players Who Won't Be On Clemson Tigers in the 2026-27 Season

It’s never too early to start speculating for next season, and following Clemson basketball’s departure in the NCAA Tournament, the offseason begins on Saturday. The Tigers fell to Iowa 67-61 in Tampa, Florida, on Friday night, finishing the 2025-26 campaign with a 24-11 record and a 12-6 finish to ACC play.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 27

Costly Error Sends Clemson to 5th Straight Loss

CLEMSON — A fielding error by Tryston McCladdie in the top of the tenth led to five unearned runs as Miami beat Clemson 8-3, sending the Tigers to their fifth straight loss.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 27

Tigers ‘Put a Heavy Emphasis’ on the Deep Ball

CLEMSON — When Chad Morris was the offensive coordinator for Clemson the first time around, he was known for taking shots downfield. His Clemson offenses were known for being explosive, as his teams set every passing record for careers, seasons, games and plays in the program’s storied history.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

In-State Lineman Calls Clemson ‘Top-Notch’

CLEMSON — While Luke Thayer is preparing to play his final high school season later this year, his recruitment is really just getting started. The in-state offensive lineman, out of South Florence, earned a starting spot during certain formations during his sophomore season when the Bruins won a 4A state title, before starting full-time in 2025.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

Swinney Not on ESPN’s Best Coaches List

ESPN ranked the best college football coaches of the 2020s, and Clemson’s Dabo Swinney isn’t on the list. Last July, ESPN’s Bill Connelly ranked Swinney as the 10th-best head coach of the last 20 years.

Brad Brownell News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

Brad Brownell adds Coach to his Staff

Clemson head coach Brad Brownell has filled one of the vacancies on his coaching staff. College of Charleston assistant coach Chris Harriman is joining Clemson’s staff, The Clemson Insider has confirmed.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

Clemson Announces Spring Game Format

CLEMSON — Clemson Football will host its annual Orange & White Spring Game Saturday at Memorial Stadium. On Thursday, Clemson released its format for the spring game, as well as other important information surrounding the 1 p.m., kickoff.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / March 26

Chad Morris’ Offensive Line Is Developing With One Player As The 'Anchor'

With a new quarterback and a new offensive coordinator, Clemson football needs some offensive crutches to lean on as its new additions adjust to life.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

Florida QB Returning to Clemson

A Florida signal caller will be returning to Clemson this weekend. 2028 QB Luke Toland (The Bolles School, FL) tells The Clemson Insider that will attend the spring game on Saturday.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / March 26

Clemson Tigers Host Four-Star Quarterback Amid Busy Spring Visit Cycle

With quarterback Trace Hawkins already set to visit Death Valley twice within the next month, the Tigers also made an effort to take a look at another 2028 quarterback prospect who recently made a trip to campus.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

3 Clemson Pros Named as ‘Most Valuable’ Trade Assets

The 2026 NFL Draft is just a month away, as it’s set to be held from April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. Ahead of the draft, Pro Football Focus (PFF) identified

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / March 26

Four Burning Questions Entering Clemson Tigers Spring Game This Weekend

Memorial Stadium will come to life once again on Saturday, when Clemson football takes the field on Saturday for its annual spring football game at 1 p.m. Head coach Dabo Swinney and his team will showcase plenty of new faces, with the mid-year enrollees and the transfer portal acquisitions making their debut inside of Death Valley.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

Clemson Listed among Teams under Most Pressure

Last month, Clemson’s Dabo Swinney was listed as one of the 10 college football coaches under the most pressure in 2026. Now, this national outlet says Swinney’s Clemson program overall is one of the 10 teams under the most pressure this offseason ahead of the upcoming season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

Bad News for NC State

NC State fans got up to some bad news on Thursday. Former Clemson assistant Will Wade, who coached the Tigers under Oliver Purnell, is leaving Raleigh to head back to Baton Rouge.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / March 26

Clemson OC Chad Morris Updates Quarterback Competition Ahead of Spring Game

As the spring practice sessions come to an end, there seems to be an edge being given for the Clemson Tigers’ starting quarterback battle. Offensive coordinator Chad Morris spoke to the media on Wednesday evening, providing updates at all positions ahead of Clemson’s spring game on Saturday afternoon.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

Clemson Run Rules Gamecocks in Columbia

Clemson got its third win over an SEC opponent this season on Wednesday, but this one was bigger than the other two just because of who it was. The Tigers

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 26

Does Clemson Have Its Starting QB?

CLEMSON — Though freshman Tait Reynolds has made big strides this spring, is he ready to take over as Clemson’s top quarterback? New Clemson offensive coordinator Chad Morris does not feel Reynolds is there just yet.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 25

Morris Explains Why Reynolds was Running No. 2

When the media was allowed to watch the early portion of Clemson’s spring practice Monday, there was a noticeable surprise in the offensive rotation. The big news from Monday’s practice came at quarterback where true freshman Tait Reynolds was running every quarterback drill that we saw at No.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / March 25

Clemson Transfers Doing More Than Making Plays

CLEMSON – A familiar face peeked into head coach Dabo Swinney’s office during a meeting with safety Corey Myrick this January. While Swinney was selling Myrick, a transfer out of Southern Miss, on the culture and “vision” at Clemson, portal commit Jerome Carter III opened the door, strolled in, and gave a simple message to seal the deal.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 25

Longtime Clemson Assistant Coach Set to Retire

A longtime Clemson men’s basketball assistant coach is hanging up his whistle. Dick Bender is set to retire, The Clemson Insider has confirmed. Clemson later sent out an official release announcing Bender’s retirement.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / March 25

Three Defensive Targets Trending Toward Clemson After Spring Visits

Yesterday, we took a look at three offensive targets trending toward Clemson following the Tigers' recent — and still ongoing — spring visits. Today, we shift to the defensive side of the ball, where Clemson has been just as active on the recruiting trail, with three different targets earning crystal ball predictions in the past week.