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Healthy Renfrow Ready for NFL Comeback, Credits Clemson in Return to Football

A true Clemson fan could never forget Tigers' legend Hunter Renfrow. After all, he helped lead Clemson to two national championships, serving as the team’s top receiver during that historic run from 2015-18.

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Clemson Defense Getting Defensive Against the Run

CHARLOTTE – The rushing defense for the Clemson Tigers has not been their strong suit, as of late. In 2024, the Tigers were ranked 84th nationally in rush defense, allowing 160.6 rushing yards per game and 4.7 yards per carry on the ground, their worst in nearly 50 years.

Peter Woods News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

Attacking the 349: Slimmed Down Woods Feeling Best He’s Felt

CHARLOTTE — The Peter Woods seen walking around during this week’s ACC Kickoff looks a little different than the one seen walking off the field in Austin last season after Texas eliminated Clemson from the College Football Playoff.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

Clemson Rookie Gets High Marks from Chiefs Coach

This Clemson pro is already making a good impression in his first NFL training camp. After he wasn’t selected in the 2025 NFL Draft, former Clemson tight end Jake Briningstool signed with the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

Transfer Gives Tigers ‘Different Type of Receiver That We Needed’

Among the three players Clemson added via the transfer portal this offseason is Tristan Smith. The senior wide receiver joined the Tigers following a strong

Cade Klubnik News / Clemson Tigers on SI / July 26

Past Shortcomings Fueling Klubnik, Tigers in 2025

For every season that Cade Klubnik has been starting quarterback of the Clemson Tigers, he says that he’s been a part of a younger squad than others. Now, in his senior season, the pieces have all come together for Klubnik, and one of the best words he describes it as is simple: fun. “It’s fun.

Dabo Swinney News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

Swinney on Clemson’s ‘National Championship or Bust’ Expectations

There was a time not too long ago when some people thought the Clemson football program had fallen off. Fast forward to the present, and there’s a much different narrative around Dabo Swinney’s program.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

Clemson’s Tight Ends are an Interesting Position to Watch

CHARLOTTE – A glance at Clemson’s depth chart this season offers plenty of certainty. For the third consecutive year, Cade Klubnik will start at quarterback.

Logan Davidson News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

Former Tiger Gets Fresh Start with New MLB Team

A former Clemson standout has landed with a new Major League Baseball team. Logan Davidson was claimed off waivers by the Houston Astros on Friday. After being designated for assignment by the Athletics on Wednesday, Davidson will now get a fresh start in the Astros’ organization.

Cade Klubnik News / Clemson Tigers on SI / July 26

What Klubnik Values About an Experienced Clemson WR Room

The Clemson Tigers head into 2025 with expectations that they’ll be in contention for another National Championship. Along with having one of the top quarterbacks

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

Swinney Shares Thoughts on ACC’s New Fan Storming Rule

CLEMSON — The Atlantic Coast Conference announced this past Tuesday a new rule that will affect one of Clemson’s biggest traditions. ACC schools will be fined for court and field storming to protect players and coaches, especially those on the visiting teams.

Antonio Williams News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

NIL Made It Easier for Williams to Return for Senior Season

CHARLOTTE — After a career year a season ago, Antonio Williams seriously considered forgoing his senior season at Clemson and making the move to the NFL.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / July 26

Clemson Builds Excitement for 2025 Season at ACC Media Day

Clemson took the stage on the final day of the ACC Football Kickoff. During that time, the Tigers’ representatives brought a high level of excitement to media days.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 26

Former Tiger Returns to Clemson

A former Clemson quarterback is returning to the Tigers’ 2025 roster in a different role. Hunter Helms will be a player/coach for the Tigers. He was going to be a student coach for Clemson this year, but will now dress out for games this season and serve in an emergency quarterback capacity, much like Paul Tyson did last year.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 25

Klubnik Raves About Transformation of Bulked Up Randall

CHARLOTTE — By all accounts, Adam Randall is making the most of his move to running back. The former wideout was moved into the backfield just days before Clemson played at Texas in the opening round of the College Football Playoff last season.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 25

Belichick Explains why he’s Impressed with Swinney

CHARLOTTE — Bill Belichick thinks a lot of Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney and has enjoyed being around him since he returned to coaching in January. However, that could change in November.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 25

Klubnik Likes Idea of Having ‘Delay’ Before Gathering at Paw

CHARLOTTE — Cade Klubnik is welcoming the ACC’s new guidelines when it comes to storming the field with open arms. On Tuesday, to open the ACC Kickoff, Commissioner Jim Phillips announced new safety measures that could impact Clemson’s longstanding tradition of the Gathering at the Paw after home football games.

Clemson Tigers News / The Clemson Insider / July 25

Former Clemson Hurler Finds New College Home

A former Clemson hurler has found his new college home. Former Tiger pitcher B.J. Bailey announced that he has committed to the University of Tampa for his sixth college season.

Christopher Vizzina News / The Clemson Insider / July 25

Vizzina Embodies Clemson’s Culture

CHARLOTTE – No player embodies head coach Dabo Swinney’s development philosophy more fully than quarterback Christopher Vizzina. A former five-star recruit out of Birmingham, Ala., Vizzina had his pick of college programs.

College Football News / Yardbarker / July 24

Clemson looking to take care of business on field vs. LSU as 'Death Valley' debate persists

LSU and Clemson are set for a Week 1 showdown.

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Dabo Swinney News / College Football News / July 24

ACC Media Days: Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney Fires Back at Doubters

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney addressed criticism surrounding his program’s recent success during ACC Football Kickoff. He firmly stood by the Tigers’ record.

Brian Kelly News / Larry Brown Sports / July 24

Brian Kelly throws shade at 'Death Valley Jr.' Clemson

LSU head football coach Brian Kelly threw some shade at Clemson.

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College Football News / College Football News / July 24

ACC Media Days: Clemson QB Cade Klubnik Says "A Lot of People Wanted Me Out"

Cade Klubnik isn’t shying away from the struggles that shaped his Clemson career. Speaking during ACC Media Days on Thursday, the Tigers quarterback reflected on a critical moment after his sophomore season — one he says still fuels him.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 24

NFL Draft intel: NFC team covets these skills of Texas QB Arch Manning

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.

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Clemson's Klubnik gets major recognition heading into season

Clemson's Cade Klubnik gets major recognition heading into season

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