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Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) runs past NC State linebacker Payton Wilson (11) during the Tigers' game against NC State on Oct. 1, 2022. 

Uiagalelei’s dual-threat ability gets put on display vs. NC State

Madison Stephenson, Senior Reporter October 3, 2022

Clemson came away with a big Top-10 win over NC State in Week 5 and DJ Uiagalelei’s legs played a big role in the victory. The junior quarterback had a team-high 73 rushing yards on 14 attempts and...

Clemson linebacker Barrett Carter (0), linebacker Keith Maguire (30) and safety Andrew Mukuba (1) tackle an NC State player in Memorial Stadium on Oct. 1, 2002. 

Clemson rallies behind stout defense in Top-10 win over NC State

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor October 1, 2022

After giving up 46 points last week, No. 5 Clemson held its own against No. 10 NC State on Saturday night and left Memorial Stadium with a 30-20 win. While Clemson gave up a field goal on NC State’s...

Former Clemson forward Aamir Simms warms up prior to the Tigers' Dec. 15, 2019 matchup with the South Carolina Gamecocks at Littlejohn Coliseum.

Aamir Simms takes next step in basketball career

Bennett Brooks, Senior Reporter September 29, 2022

Former Clemson forward Aamir Simms has begun the next chapter in his hoops journey — playing overseas basketball. After a one-year stint with the Westchester Knicks, the New York Knicks’ G-League...

Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) takes a run against Furman on Sept. 10, 2022 at Memorial Stadium. 

‘The sky’s the limit for what we can do’: Uiagalelei speaks on Clemson offense

Thomas Romano, Asst. Sports Editor September 29, 2022

Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei believes last week’s offensive performance is just the beginning for this Clemson team. After struggling for much of the 2021 season, Uiagalelei is solely focusing...

Clemson defensive tackle Tyler Davis (13), left tackle Jordan McFadden (71) and defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro (33) run out of the tunnel at Mercedes-Benz Stadium before the Tigers played Georgia Tech on Sept. 5, 2022. 

Davis and Tigers’ defense need to have ‘a more killer instinct’ moving forward

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor September 29, 2022

Clemson’s defense has been far from perfect in 2022, and for defensive tackle Tyler Davis, he believes the Tigers need to have a more vigorous mindset against their opponents. Through the first four...

Davis Allen (84) lines up pre-snap against South Carolina State in Memorial Stadium on Sept. 11, 2021.

Allen confident that ‘no one can really stop’ Clemson’s offense now

Anne Marie Lessig, Senior Reporter September 29, 2022

Unwinding after a double-overtime win against Wake Forest, Clemson senior tight end Davis Allen gave insight on last week’s game and how the Tigers will prepare for No. 10 NC State on Saturday. After...

Clemson running back Will Shipley (1) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Louisiana Tech in Memorial Stadium on Sept. 17, 2022. 

Week 4 ACC power rankings

Bennett Brooks, Senior Reporter September 29, 2022

1. No. 5 Clemson Tigers (4-0) - A narrow escape for the Tigers against a good Wake Forest team improved their record to 2-0 in conference play. Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei has emerged as a Heisman dark...

Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) runs through a hole against Georgia Tech in Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sept. 5, 2022.

Richardson talks Uiagalelei’s progression, tight end performance

Ariana Pensy, Contributor September 29, 2022

In a press appearance on Monday, Clemson tight ends coach and passing-game coordinator Kyle Richardson discussed how the offense performed against Wake Forest in Clemson's first true away game of the season. In...

NC State junior safety Tanner Ingle (10) goes to tackle Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) in the game on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 in Carter-Finley Stadium. The Wolfpack beat the Tigers in overtime 27-21. Ingle had a total of 7 tackles.

Revenge: Tigers take on Wolfpack in top-10 matchup

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor September 29, 2022

Clemson’s matchup with NC State on Saturday isn’t just any old football game — it’s a premier matchup between two of the top teams in the ACC with a deep-rooted history. After winning...

Clemson defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin looks on to the field of Memorial Stadium as the Tigers prepare for their game against Louisiana Tech on Sept. 17, 2022.

Starting with NC State, Goodwin hoping to see improvement on defense

Madison Stephenson, Senior Reporter September 29, 2022

Clemson’s defense has not performed to the same level as it did in 2021, and defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin knows it. Speaking to the media on Monday, Goodwin previewed the Tigers’ matchup...

The Clemson Tigers raise their helmets prior to their 2019 game against the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Tigers nearly escaped defeat at the hands of the Tar Heels with a 21-20 win.

ESPN’s College GameDay coming to Clemson for NC State game

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor September 25, 2022

ESPN’s College GameDay show will take a trip to Clemson on Saturday ahead of the matchup between No. 5 Clemson and No. 10 NC State, Clemson Athletics announced on Sunday. The famous pregame show...

The Clemson Tigers raise their helmets prior to their 2019 game against the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Tigers nearly escaped defeat at the hands of the Tar Heels with a 21-20 win.

Week three ACC power rankings

Bennett Brooks, Senior Reporter September 22, 2022

1. Clemson Tigers (3-0) Junior quarterback DJ Uiagalelei has started to come into his own for the Tigers, especially in their 48-20 win over Louisiana Tech. Clemson's wide receiver core and defensive back...

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