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A former Clemson defender has inked his NFL rookie deal. The Houston Texans have signed linebacker Wade Woodaz to a four-year, $5.482 million rookie contract, according to KPRC 2 Houston’s Aaron Wilson.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 13

NFL Draft Pick Signings: 5/13/26

Wednesday’s draft pick signings from the 2026 NFL Draft class: Cincinnati Bengals CB Tacario Davis (third round, Washington) Houston Texans LB Wade Woodaz (fourth round, Clemson) After inking Davis, the Bengals now have only to sign second-round defensive end Cashius Howell to complete the signing of their 2026 rookie class.

College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 13

Texans Signed Fourth-Round LB Wade Woodaz

According to Aaron Wilson, the Texans have signed fourth-round LB Wade Woodaz to his rookie contract. That brings Houston’s total to five signed draft picks. Woodaz, 22, was a two-year starter at Clemson and a two-time honorable mention All-ACC selection.

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‘Maybe it was just fate’ Woodaz Landed in Houston

CLEMSON – Todd Woodaz had only been gone for a few seconds when he heard his son calling from the living room. “Dad, Dad, come back!’ his son Wade Woodaz said last Saturday around 12:30 p.m.

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Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / April 25

Clemson Linebacker Picked in NFL Draft

CLEMSON – Clemson had another player selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. Former Tiger linebacker Wade Woodaz was selected No. 123 overall by the Houston Texans in the fourth round of the draft on Saturday in Pittsburgh, Pa.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 25

How Clemson Tigers Replace Wade Woodaz After Being Drafted by Houston Texans

The Clemson Tigers saw their seventh player be selected in the 2026 NFL Draft on Saturday, with the Houston Texans choosing linebacker Wade Woodaz with the 123rd overall pick in the fourth round.

Grading Texans' Trade Down, Selection of LB Gabe Woodaz in Round 4

The Houston Texans have landed on their second of two picks in the fourth round of the draft, while also hashing out another draft day trade to land him in the first place.

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / April 16

How Clemson Linebacker Wade Woodaz is Taking 2025 Lessons Into the NFL Draft

Clemson football didn’t meet its expectations in 2025, and former linebacker Wade Woodaz was at the forefront of it. The 2025 permanent captain was at the heart of a Tiger defense that was filled with missed tackles, busted coverages and unpleasant results.

Seahawks Making Draft Push for Linebacker Wade Woodaz

The NFL Draft is always an ideal time for a team to build its roster with young, talented players. This is the time for the Seattle Seahawks to make a push to improve their roster with potential starters and quality depth at needed positions.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / December 23

Allen Raves About Woodaz, Impact on 2025 Tigers

Clemson senior linebacker Wade Woodaz turned in one of his best games of the 2025 season last time out against rival South Carolina on Nov. 29. Unfortunately for Woodaz, that would turn out to be his final game in a Clemson uniform, as he will miss the Pinstripe Bowl vs.

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Ranking all the new FBS head coaches for the 2026 season

Coaching changes happen every year, but they don't all happen the same way. We have had some wild offseason coaching moves in recent seasons, and 2025-2026 wasn't any different.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 12

Watch: Wade Woodaz 2025 Regular Season Highlights | Clemson Linebacker

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / November 9

Wade Woodaz, Clemson Defense Rekindle the Standard in Win Over Florida State

After two straight gut-wrenching ACC losses, the Clemson Tigers finally looked like itself again Saturday night. In a game that felt like a late-season turning point rather than just another win, the Tigers played with purpose and poise, dominating Florida State , 24-10.

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Clemson Linebacker 'Sick' With Defensive Performance in Duke Loss

There can be many words that can describe players on the Clemson Tigers for their loss to Duke this past weekend, but linebacker Wade Woodaz has a simple one.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / October 29

Woodaz Has Deep Appreciation for Time at Clemson

CLEMSON — In the last few days, the realization of his Clemson football career coming to an end has hit senior linebacker Wade Woodaz. He’s begun to take in the magnitude of what his time in orange has meant.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / September 1, 2025

Woodaz: ‘Not Like We Lost to Some Bums’

CLEMSON — Each and every year, Clemson comes into the new season with a specific set of goals. That list always begins with winning the opener, and for the third straight year, the Tigers have failed to achieve that goal.

College Football News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 27, 2025

Clemson LB Woodaz Focused on Winning the Moment

CLEMSON, S.C.-- Entering his final season with the Clemson Tigers, senior linebacker Wade Woodaz is focused on one thing: winning the moment. The Tigers

Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / August 3, 2025

New Clemson Tigers LB Coach Gets Stamp of Approval from All-ACC Wade Woodaz

New Clemson Tigers linebacker coach Ben Boulware is a familiar face around Clemson, even if he is relatively new to the coaching ranks. A year after being a volunteer special assistant at Clemson, head coach Dabo Swinney elevated him to a linebacker coach.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / August 2, 2025

Woodaz, Brown Brothers on and off the Field

Clemson’s linebacking corps is led by the duo of senior Wade Woodaz and sophomore Sammy Brown – the perfect mix of veteran experience and leadership, and a talented youngster with plenty of potential.

Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / December 2, 2024

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College Football News / Pittsburgh Panthers on SI / November 16, 2024

Three Clemson Starters Out vs. Pitt

PITTSBURGH -- The Pitt Panthers will take on No. 20 Clemson in Week 12 at Acrisure Stadium, who are without a starting linebacker. Junior linebacker Wade Woodaz made the trip to Pittsburgh, but is is street clothes and won't play for the Tigers vs.

College Football News / Pittsburgh Sports Now / November 16, 2024

Clemson Leading Tackler Not Expected to Play vs. Pitt

Clemson is expected to be without its leading tackler against Pitt this afternoon. Clemson linebacker Wade Woodaz — a 6-foot-3, 235-pound junior from Tampa, Fla.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / October 12, 2024

Watch: Clemson uses trick play to seal fifth straight win

Watch: Clemson uses trick play to help seal fifth straight win

Leading Wake Forest by a score of 35-14 in the middle of the third quarter on Saturday, Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik took the snap from the Demon Deacons' 28-yard line and threw a quick backward pass into the hands of Tigers wide receiver Antonio Williams.

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