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Pro Football Focus released its preseason 2025 All-American team this week and two Tigers garnered honors. That's led by QB Cade Klubnik. "There might not have been a more improved quarterback in college football than Klubnik this past season," PFF's Max Chadwick said.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 30

Heldt Brings Something Defense Needed

CLEMSON — Peter Woods was a little taken back when Will Heldt, who had just transferred to Clemson from Purdue, joined the defensive tackle to yell at freshmen during mat drills earlier this year.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / March 30

Top DL Peter Woods Drops Weight and Reveals Clemson’s Secret to a National Title Push

Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods had plenty to say during his post-spring practice press conference, revealing key updates about his offseason and the Tigers' defense as a whole.

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Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / March 29

Watch: Peter Woods pushing for more in 2025; Antonio Williams on his NFL decision and coming back

Two leaders on either side of the ball with Clemson football met with the media after practice on Saturday with senior wide receiver Antonio Williams and junior wide receiver Antonio Williams:

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 18

Woods is Top Returning Interior DL

With the 2024 college football campaign behind us, Pro Football Focus has been ranking the best returning players at each position heading into the 2025 season.

Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / March 17

Peter Woods ranked as college football's No. 1 interior defender

Clemson has another player ranked No. 1 at his position going into 2025. Following multiple rankings for Cade Klubnik as college football's QB1, PFF assessed Peter Woods as the sport's top interior defender.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / March 10

Alexander: Woods ‘Played a Big Factor’ in Transfer Decision

As soon as Jeremiah Alexander hit the NCAA transfer portal, the talented linebacker heard from his former high school teammate – current Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Clemson's Rising Stars: Two Tigers Named to 2025 Preseason All-American Team

In a recent "Way-Too-Early 2025 College Football All-American Team" projection by Ari Wasserman, Clemson Tigers' defensive standouts Peter Woods and Sammy Brown have been recognized for their exceptional talent and anticipated impact in the upcoming season.

Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / February 23

Clemson defender Peter Woods named as emerging 2025 superstar

Peter Woods has never been under the radar for opposing offense's gameplans, but his stats to date haven't been quite as eye-popping as you might have expected as an incoming 5-star prospect.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 21

CFB Insider: Woods Will Be Top-5 Player Nationally Under Allen

Clemson’s hire of Tom Allen got high marks from this college football insider. ESPN’s Pete Thamel commented on the Tigers bringing in Allen as their new defensive coordinator, and Thamel believes it’s a very big get for Dabo Swinney and company.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / January 3

Woods Wastes No Time Recruiting 5-star Alabama Transfer

A big-time talent from Alabama is now in the portal. Crimson Tide linebacker Jeremiah Alexander has entered the NCAA transfer portal. Alexander hails from Thompson High School (Alabaster, Ala.) — the same school that Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods attended.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 28

Star DL Announces Plans for Next Season

Peter Woods will return to Clemson next season. The star defensive lineman for Clemson announced in an Instagram post on Saturday that he will return for his junior season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 21

It will Take All 4 Quarters for Clemson to beat Texas

CLEMSON – Clemson drew the 12-seed in the first round of the College Football Playoff and is heading to Austin, Texas to face the No. 5 seed Texas Longhorns.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 19

Goodwin Explains What Led to Woods Moving Back Inside

Following his 2023 freshman All-American campaign at defensive tackle, Clemson’s Peter Woods made the transition to defensive end this season. However, the talented and versatile sophomore has slid back inside and played a lot on the interior defensive line of late.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 18

Woods: ‘Really No Secret That Nobody Wants Us’ in the Playoff

Clemson is back in the College Football Playoff for the first time since the 2020 season, which capped a six-year stretch of consecutive playoff appearances for the Tigers.

Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / November 16

Watch: Clemson players react to road win over Pitt

Clemson's 2024 team are road warriors as they got another away victory with the 24-20 win over Pittsburgh on Saturday afternoon. Check out interviews from Peter Woods, Khalil Barnes and Cade Klubnik after the thrilling contest:

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / November 16

Woods Starting, but Not Where You Might Think

PITTSBURGH — There is some good news on the injury front for the Clemson Tigers. Peter Woods will be back in the starting lineup, but not where you might think.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / November 13

Swinney's Wednesday Injury Update on Clemson's Peter Woods

CLEMSON — Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney met with the media on Wednesday evening following his team’s practice at the Allen Reeves Football Complex in Clemson.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / November 11

Swinney Gives Monday Night Injury Update on Woods

During his weekly radio show Monday night, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney gave an injury update on star defensive end Peter Woods while discussing the Tigers’ struggles on the field goal team with blocked kicks this season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / November 9

Swinney Gives Injury Update on Woods

Clemson was without Peter Woods on Saturday when the 23rd-ranked Tigers squared off against Virginia Tech at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, Va. The starting defensive end was out for the game after taking a shot to the head in last weekend’s loss to Louisville.

Clemson Tigers News / TigerNet / November 9

Clemson star defender Peter Woods not on travel roster for Virginia Tech game

Clemson released its travel roster ahead of the afternoon matchup at Virginia Tech, which had some notable names missing. Peter Woods did not make the travel roster for the Virginia Tech game.