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The ACC Championship format could see future changes as the conference responds to playoff expansion.

ACC considering changes to championship format

Nathan Inman, Senior Reporter January 27, 2025

The second and third place teams in the conference title game? A two-week conference playoff? Those are potential changes the ACC is considering making to its championship format in response to the expanded...

A four-star offensive lineman, Maxwell Riley, has narrowed his choice down to two schools, with Clemson being one of the two choices.

4-star offensive line recruit has Clemson in final 2 schools

Drew Landon, Contributor January 23, 2025

There’s a new hot prospect on the cards for a lucky taker. Introducing four-star prospect offensive tackle Maxwell Riley, standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing in at 280 pounds. After being pursued...

Former Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (54) is receiving important snaps with the Philadelphia Eagles, who will be playing in the NFC Championship game this Sunday.

Trotter Jr. emerges as a future star for Philadelphia Eagles

Emma Makin, Contributor January 22, 2025

Philadelphia Eagles fans have seen their share of legendary defensive standouts, from Brian Dawkins to Jeremiah Trotter Sr., but the future of the defense looks brighter than ever with Jeremiah Trotter...

Clemson wide receiver Bryant Wesco Jr. was one of four Tigers to earn a spot on the FWAA Freshman All-American team for the 2024 season.

Four Tigers make FWAA Freshman All-American team

Emersyn Koke, Senior Reporter January 18, 2025

2024 was quite the year for the Clemson football freshman class. From Bryant Wesco Jr.'s 708 receiving yards to Nolan Hauser’s 56-yard field goal to secure the ACC Championship title, the young Tigers...

Clemson's new defensive coordinator, Tom Allen, was officially welcomed to the media on Wednesday afternoon with head coach Dabo Swinney.

Allen ‘excited and thankful’ for Clemson defensive coordinator job

Drew Landon, Contributor January 16, 2025

Clemson’s new defensive coordinator, Tom Allen, was officially introduced during a press conference that not only set the stage for his tenure but also reflected on the program’s recent changes. Clemson...

Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik and safety R.J. Mickens are consoled by Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney after the team's loss to Texas in the College Football Playoff first round.

Tigers using Texas loss ‘to learn and grow’ into next season

Griffin Barfield, Sports Editor January 16, 2025

If there is one person who can remain optimistic following a season-ending loss, it’s Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney. Following a 38-24 loss to the No. 5 Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas...

Former Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins (20) is producing a standout rookie campaign with the Baltimore Ravens, where the team will play in the divisional round this weekend against the Buffalo Bills.

Tigers in the NFL: Divisional round

Angelo Feliberty, Senior Reporter January 16, 2025

As Clemson football and its fans see players leave for the draft, return for another year or even go into the transfer portal, the alumni continue to hold their weight in the NFL playoffs. With the wild...

Clemson's new defensive coordinator, Tom Allen, will have a plethora of defensive weapons that are returning, like defensive lineman Peter Woods (11).

What to expect from new Clemson DC Tom Allen

Griffin Barfield, Sports Editor January 16, 2025

There’s a new era for the Clemson defense, which watched former defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin see the exit doors in early January. Now, the Tigers will be looking to Tom Allen, whose stop at Penn...

Clemson has its defensive coordinator for the 2025 season, hiring former Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen on Tuesday.

Clemson hires former Penn State defensive coordinator

Toby Corriston, Asst. Sports Editor January 14, 2025

Clemson has made a big move, hiring Penn State defensive coordinator Tom Allen to take over the Tigers' defense. Known for his fiery personality and proven track record, Allen’s arrival signals Clemson’s...

Head coach Dabo Swinney consoles quarterback Cade Klubnik (left), and safety RJ Mickens (right), after Clemson's loss to Texas in the first round of the College Football Playoff in Austin, Texas, on Dec. 21, 2024.

Gallery: Tigers fall to Texas in College Football Playoffs

Toby Corriston December 23, 2024

The Clemson Tigers fell to Texas 38–24 in the first round of the College Football Playoff. Here are some of The Tiger's top photos from the game:

Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) threw for 336 yards and three touchdowns in the Tigers' loss to Texas at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

‘Grateful’: Swinney’s one-word summary of the 2024 season following playoff loss

Grace O’Donnell, Senior Reporter December 22, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas — The No. 12-seeded Clemson Tigers fell to the No. 5 Texas Longhorns by a score of 38-24 on Saturday afternoon. Head coach Dabo Swinney returned to the College Football Playoffs for the...

Quarterback Cade Klubnik (right) and wide receiver Antonio Williams (left) celebrate as the come off the field following a touchdown during Clemson's matchup against Texas in the first round of the College Football Playoff in Austin, Texas, on Dec. 21, 2024.

Halftime musings: Longhorns rushing attack puts Texas comfortably ahead

Griffin Barfield and Grace O’Donnell December 21, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas – It’s halftime at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, and the score stands at 28-10. Read below for an analysis of play so far from The Tiger sports desk: Offense: — Clemson...

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