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Marcus Tate showed some love to a former Clemson teammate at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis this past week. Tate, a 2024 All-ACC honoree and four-year starter on the Tigers’ offensive line from 2021-24, was quick to credit a former Clemson defensive tackle who may not be getting enough attention.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 20

Looking Ahead: 2025 Clemson OL Room

The effect Matt Luke had on the Clemson offensive line can not be understated. The transformation seen during his first year with the Tigers was noticeable, from both a physical standpoint and mentally.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 27

Clemson Offensive Starter Declares for NFL Draft

A multi-year starter for Clemson on the offensive side of the ball announced his future plans on Friday evening. Senior offensive lineman Marcus Tate announced via social media that he is declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / November 27

Swinney Gives Wednesday Injury Update on Tristan Leigh, Marcus Tate

One of the biggest questions heading into No. 12 Clemson’s rivalry matchup against No. 15 South Carolina, is the health along the offensive line. With Marcus Tate missing the past three games and Tristan Leigh having missed most of the last three, Dabo Swinney was asked after Wednesday’s practice about the status of those two players.

Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / November 16

Several Clemson starters out against Pittsburgh

Next man up for the Tigers. Clemson's travel roster showed that left tackle Tristan Leigh and left guard Marcus Tate did not make the trip for the Tigers.

Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / November 16

Several Clemson starters out against Pittsburgh

Next man up for the Tigers. Clemson's travel roster showed that left tackle Tristan Leigh (ankle) and left guard Marcus Tate did not make the trip for the Tigers for Saturday's ACC showdown against Pittsburgh.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / November 9

Clemson Down 2 O-Linemen at Start of Game

BLACKSBURG, Va. — Clemson is down a couple of offensive linemen in its game against Virginia Tech. Left guard Marcus Tate did not start the game, instead Harris Sewell started at left guard.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / October 8

Two Clemson Tigers Stars Earn ACC Weekly Awards After FSU Performance

Two Clemson Tigers players were part of the Atlantic Coast Conference Football Players of the Week for last week’s action, during which the Tigers beat Florida State.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 7

Offensive Snap Counts from Clemson's Win Over Florida State

Clemson went into Doak Campbell on Saturday and beat a reeling Florida State team 29-13. Over the previous three games, the Tigers were able to get a lot of the reserves some time on the field, but against the Seminoles, it was the starters that received the bulk of the playing time.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 7

Two Tigers Collect ACC Weekly Honors

CLEMSON, S.C. — The Atlantic Coast Conference announced today that Clemson offensive lineman Marcus Tate (ACC Offensive Lineman of the Week) and placekicker Nolan Hauser (ACC Specialist of the Week) have collected ACC weekly honors for their performances in Clemson’s 29-13 victory at Florida State on Saturday.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 4

They said it: Clemson, FSU had a lot to say About Rivalry Game

CLEMSON – Each week the media who cover the Clemson Tigers gets the opportunity to hear from head coach Dabo Swinney and select players. They also take a look at what the opponent has to say about the upcoming matchup.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 3

Clemson O-Line Faces Tough Challenge on Saturday

CLEMSON — It has been nearly a year since No. 15 Clemson faced Florida State, and things are much different as they head into Saturday’s primetime matchup in Tallahassee, Fla.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / September 24

Offensive Snap Counts: Backups Gain Valuable Experience Against NC State

For the second consecutive game, Dabo Swinney was able to get his backups plenty of work. With Clemson building a 45-7 lead in the first half against NC State, the Tigers were able to do a lot of substituting over the final two quarters.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / September 21

Availability Report: Clemson Missing two Key Players for NC State

CLEMSON – The No. 21 Tigers (1-1) host NC State (2-1) on Saturday in what is the ACC opener for both teams. While the Wolfpack have won two of the past three in the series, Clemson has won 16 of the past 19, with the Tigers having won the last nine matchups in Death Valley.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / September 17

Good News for Clemson's Offense

CLEMSON — Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney had some good news for the offense during his weekly press conference on Tuesday. Swinney reported the 21st-ranked Tigers will get offensive linemen Marcus Tate and Trent Howard back for Saturday’s noon kickoff (ABC) against NC State.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / September 2

Clemson Tigers Seek Bounce-Back vs. Appalachian State After Brutal Loss

The Clemson Tigers have to put their awful loss to the Georgia Bulldogs behind them as they prepare to take on a dangerous opponent in the Appalachian State Mountaineers on Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / September 1

Marcus Tate injury update

One of the few bright spots in Clemson's 34-3 blowout loss to Georgia was that the Tigers did not suffer many injuries in the physical matchup. Clemson offensive lineman Marcus Tate was injured in the third quarter when one of his lineman teammates rolled onto the back of his leg.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 30

Level of Attention to Detail New for This Group of Tigers

By all appearances, Matt Luke has had a profound impact on Clemson’s offensive line room. The Tigers are expected to be much improved up front in Luke’s first year leading the group, with senior Marcus Tate noting that the energy Luke brings each and every day is on a different level compared to years past.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 28