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Clemson running back Phil Mafah scored four touchdowns against Kentucky in the Gator Bowl in Jacksonville, Florida, on Dec. 29, 2023.

Mafah, Clemson defeat Kentucky to win Gator Bowl in late-game thriller

Justin Robertson, Associate Editor December 29, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Trailing by 11 points entering the fourth quarter, it looked like Clemson was about to lose to Kentucky in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl on Friday. That was until the Tigers stormed back,...

Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik throws a pass against Kentucky in the first half of the Gator Bowl in Jacksonville, Florida, on Friday, Dec. 29.

Halftime musings: Clemson trails Kentucky in Gator Bowl

Grace O’Donnell, Justin Robertson, and Kelly Kaelblein December 29, 2023

The No. 22 Clemson Tigers currently trail the Kentucky Wildcats 14-10 at halftime. Live from EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Florida, here are our key takeaways from the first two quarters: Offense —...

Former Clemson defensive end K.J. Henry has had early success in his rookie season with the Washington Commanders, especially in recent weeks.

Tigers in the NFL: Weeks 15 & 16

Samuel Walters, Senior Reporter December 29, 2023

With the NFL season in the homestretch, former Tigers have been making their mark as postseason play looms. Let’s take a look at a few standout alumni below: Tee Higgins, Wide Receiver — Cincinnati...

Clemson last played in the Gator Bowl to end the 2008-2009 season.

Clemson to play Kentucky in Gator Bowl

Justin Robertson, Associate Editor December 4, 2023

In a day of chaos and controversy in the college football world on Sunday, Clemson and Kentucky were selected to play in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl in Jacksonville, Florida, on Dec. 29. After finishing...

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney announced on Thursday that the Tigers will not return two assistant coaches next season.

Swinney parts ways with 2 assistant coaches

Justin Robertson, Associate Editor December 1, 2023

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney made two significant staff changes on Thursday, as both offensive line coach Thomas Austin and defensive ends coach Lemanski Hall will not return to the Tigers' coaching...

Cornerback Nate Wiggins is officially leaving Clemson after three years to declare for the NFL Draft. Pictured in the 2022 ACC Championship as he returned the ball for a 98-yard pick six, the longest in ACC Championship history.

Wiggins declares for NFL draft

Grace O’Donnell, Sports Editor November 30, 2023

Cornerback Nate Wiggins is officially leaving Clemson early to declare for the 2024 NFL draft, he told ESPN on Wednesday. Wiggins will also not be playing in Clemson’s bowl game, sitting out alongside...

Greenville, South Carolina, native Tyler Brown has been a Clemson fan his entire life and has been dreaming of beating rival South Carolina since his Pee Wee days.

‘You dream of moments like this’: Brown on win over South Carolina

Thomas Romano, Senior Reporter November 30, 2023

As a South Carolina native, Clemson wide receiver Tyler Brown knew exactly what was at stake when he and the Tigers took the field against the South Carolina Gamecocks this past Saturday. “Growing...

Following its four-game win streak to close out the season, Clemson’s bowl game selection has improved considerably.

Let’s go bowling: Predicting Clemson’s possible bowl gamed destination

Grace O’Donnell, Sports Editor November 30, 2023

Although the Tigers may not be a contender for a New Year’s Six bowl game after narrowly sneaking into the rankings for the last week of the regular season, their bowl game selection is looking much-improved...

Khalil Barnes (36) pictured helping take down Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King on Saturday, Nov. 11.

‘We wanted to be villains’: Barnes speaks about Palmetto Bowl

Luke Beard, Asst. Sports Editor November 30, 2023

Freshman safety Khalil Barnes was perhaps the most significant factor in the Tiger's 16-7 victory over South Carolina last Saturday. Barnes was the only player to score a touchdown for Clemson thanks to...

Clemson students react to rivalry week success

Sarah Pepe, Senior Reporter November 30, 2023

Following Clemson football’s 16-7 win over South Carolina last Saturday, The Tiger asked Clemson students about the rivalry victory. How does it feel to have the trophy back in Clemson? I am so...

Former Clemson defensive end K.J. Henry watches from the sideline during the Tigers' second day of spring practice on March 7, 2023.

Tigers in the NFL: Weeks 11 and 12

Angelo Feliberty, Senior Reporter November 29, 2023

As we make our way into the back end of the NFL season, multiple former Clemson Tigers made the news in Weeks 11 and 12, even one you may not have heard from since his time at Clemson. Here are some updates...

Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. runs a pick six to the end zone in the Tigers' upset over Notre Dame. Trotter has been a consistent piece of the program for the last three seasons.

Trotter declares for NFL draft, opts out of bowl game

Grace O’Donnell, Sports Editor November 28, 2023

Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. has officially declared for the NFL draft. In a statement posted to his Instagram, the junior thanked his coaches, teammates, family, friends and fans before...

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