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Elite 2027 Prospect Includes Clemson in Top 10

The Clemson Tigers have caught fire on the 2027 recruiting trail after landing a commitment from four-star wideout and local talent Trey Wimbley . Most recently, top-55 prospect Jaxon Dollar placed Clemson in his top-10 finalists, alongside multiple successful programs such as Ohio State , Georgia , and Texas A&M .

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CLEMSON — It has been a busy week inside the football offices at the Allen Reeves Football Complex in Clemson. Head coach Dabo Swinney has met with his team and coaches this week, as well as had individual meetings with his players.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 6

(WATCH) Balance Restored to Clemson-South Carolina Rivalry

The show where the fans drive the conversation. Each Monday, The Clemson Insider’s Jason Priester goes live at 7 p.m. and fields questions from the audience.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Clemson Signee Named Gatorade Player of Year

One of Clemson’s new signees is taking home some hardware. Four-star TE Tayveon Wilson has been named the Gatorade Player of the Year in the state of West Virginia.

College Football News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Bad News for Florida State

One of Clemson’s biggest ACC rivals is in the market for a new quarterback. Florida State head coach Mike Norvell revealed on Friday that quarterback Thomas Castellanos has been denied his request for a fifth year of eligibility.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

(WATCH) A.J. Terrell Surprised by His Brother with Prestigious Honor

On Thursday, the NFL unveiled all 32 of its club nominees for the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award — the league’s most prestigious honor, “recognizing players who excel on the field and demonstrate a commitment to creating a positive impact beyond the game.” The Atlanta Falcons have named former Clemson star cornerback A.J.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Swinney Compares Newest Class to One of His Better Ones

CLEMSON — Dabo Swinney is extremely bullish on the class he just signed at Clemson. So bullish in fact, that when the head coach took to the podium on Wednesday to go in-depth on his newest class of signees, he compared to one of the better ones he’s ever signed.

RJ Godfrey News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Godfrey Shines Despite Loss to Alabama

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Across three seasons, two schools, and four matchups, R.J. Godfrey has scored 42 points against the Alabama Crimson Tide – 19 of which came in Clemson’s 90-84 loss at Coleman Coliseum on Wednesday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Swinney Raves About New Clemson OL Signee

Among the six offensive linemen signed by Clemson on Wednesday, upon the opening of the NCAA early signing period, is Grant Wise. Wise (6-4, 315) drew plenty of praise from Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney during his signing day press conference.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 5

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Wimbley Big Get for Clemson

Clemson added a big piece to its 2027 recruiting class on Thursday. Four-star in-state wideout Trey Wimbley announced a commitment to the Tigers, about a week after picking up an offer, as well as announcing he was reclassifying up from the 2028 class.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Swinney Compares New DE Signee to Former Clemson Star

Clemson signed a couple of defensive ends as part of its 2026 recruiting class, one of whom is J.R. Hardrick. A talented edge rusher, Hardrick blossomed at Tennessee’s 1A level, earning all-region and all-state honors in each of his final three prep seasons.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Thursday Clemson Coaching Update

CLEMSON — Clemson will find out where it will be bowling in 2025 on Sunday, when ESPN announces the College Football Playoff field and the bowl pairings for the 2025 College Football Bowl Season.

Billy Napier News / The Clemson Insider / December 5

Former Clemson Assistant Has New Head Coaching Job

A former Clemson assistant has a new head coaching job. Billy Napier is finalizing a five-year contract to be the next head coach at James Madison, according to multiple reports.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 4

Former Clemson Assistant Named ACC Coach of the Year

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (theACC.com) – Virginia head coach Tony Elliott has been named the Atlantic Coast Conference Coach of the Year, it was announced on Thursday, December 4.

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 4

Former Clemson Commit Headed to SEC School

A former Clemson commitment is headed to an SEC school. Woodward Academy (Ga.) safety Blake Stewart signed with Georgia on Wednesday. He chose the Bulldogs over Vanderbilt and Miami.

Deshaun Watson News / The Clemson Insider / December 4

Deshaun Watson Moves Step Closer to Return

Former Clemson star quarterback Deshaun Watson is one step closer to playing for the Cleveland Browns again. The Browns announced Wednesday they opened the 21-day practice window for Watson to return to practice, and he returned to practice in a limited capacity on Wednesday.

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 4

Clemson Lands Commitment from 4-Star WR

A local in-state talent is shutting down his recruitment. Four-star wideout Trey Wimbley (Daniel) announced a commitment to Clemson on Thursday. Wimbley just recently picked up an offer from the Tigers after reclassifying from the 2028 class to 2027.

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Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / December 3

Clemson Locks Down Another Top Blue-Chip Recruit

As National Signing Day is in full swing, the Clemson Tigers have inked an official commitment from their highest-rated defensive pledge. During a ceremony held at Dorman High School in Spartanburg, South Carolina, four-star safety Kentavion Anderson signed his letter of intent to Clemson.

Dabo Swinney News / Larry Brown Sports / December 3

Dabo Swinney makes a change Clemson fans have begged for

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is finally making a decision that many fans have begged him to make. Swinney admitted on Wednesday that the Tigers intend to make greater use of the transfer portal this offseason than they have in years past.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 2