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Clemson defensive end Xaiver Thomas (3) celebrates against Boston College in Memorial Stadium on Oct. 2, 2021.

Xavier Thomas announces his future plans

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor January 15, 2022

Clemson defensive end Xavier Thomas announced Saturday night that he will be returning to Clemson next season.  "It is truly a blessing to have an opportunity for the 2022 NFL draft," he said, "However,...

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney leads his team out of the tunnel in the 2021 Cheez-It Bowl. Clemson went on to defeat Iowa State in the game, securing the team's tenth win on the season.

Paws up, paws down: Clemson’s 2021 football season

Matson Montilla, Asst. Sports Editor January 12, 2022

It is safe to say that Clemson football did not meet preseason expectations this year, as they missed the ACC Championship game for the first time since 2014 and missed the College Football Playoff (CFP)...

Justyn Ross (8) makes an outstanding catch against Alabama cornerback Josh Jobe (28) in the 2019 National Championship. The catch put the Tigers in scoring position and was one of the highlight plays of the game. 

Justyn Ross declares for NFL draft

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor January 6, 2022

In an Instagram post on Thursday, Clemson wide receiver Justyn Ross announced he will be forgoing his final year of eligibility and declaring for the NFL draft.  “I will be forgoing my final...

Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) avoids Iowa State tacklers in the 2021 Cheez-It Bowl in Orlando, Fla.

Examining Brandon Streeter’s debut as Clemson’s offensive coordinator

Matson Montilla, Asst. Sports Editor January 6, 2022

The Cheez-It Bowl marked a lot of accomplishments for Clemson football, including Clemson’s 11th straight season with 10 wins or more and coach Swinney’s 150th career win at Clemson.  It...

Clemson defensive end K.J. Henry runs down the hill prior to the Tigers' matchup with the Boston College Eagles in 2021. Henry recovered the game-sealing fumble from Boston College quarterback Dennis Grosel with 50 seconds left in the fourth quarter.

Clemson defensive lineman returning for fifth year

Grace O'Donnell, Senior Reporter January 4, 2022

Redshirt junior defensive end KJ Henry announced on Jan. 3 that he will return for his fifth year.  Through his social media accounts, Henry explained the decision. “The response and...

The Clemson Tigers celebrate winning the 2021 Cheez-It Bowl in Orlando, Fla. 

Clemson defeats Iowa State, wins Cheez-It Bowl

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor December 29, 2021

Clemson left with Cheez-Its in hand on Wednesday night, defeating Iowa State, 20-13, in the Cheez-It Bowl. Although the Cyclones clawed back late, the Tigers’ defensive outing in the third quarter...

Clemson linebacker James Skalski (47) runs down the hill against Boston College.

James Skalski out for remainder of Cheez-It Bowl with injury

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor December 29, 2021

Clemson will be without without its star linebacker on defense for the remainder of the Cheez-It Bowl. James Skalski came out of halftime on the sideline in street clothes wearing a boot on his right leg.  It...

Iowa State won the coin toss and chose to defer to the second half, giving Clemson the ball to start the game.

Analysis: Cheez-It Bowl halftime thoughts

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor December 29, 2021

At halftime of the Cheez-It Bowl, Clemson leads Iowa State 6-3. Clemson’s offense has been able to move the ball on the Cyclones, but like other games this season, drives have stalled. Clemson's...

Clemson cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. (23) celebrates against Florida State on Oct. 30, 2021.

Cheez-It Bowl preview: Clemson vs. Iowa State

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor December 27, 2021

For the first time since 2015, Clemson is not in the College Football Playoff. Still, Clemson can win its 26th bowl game when they face Iowa State in the Cheez-It Bowl. The game will be held in Orlando,...

Clemson quarterback Taisun Phommachanh (7) scampers into the end zone vs. UConn in Memorial Stadium.

An update on Clemson players in the portal

Matson Montilla, Asst. Sports Editor December 20, 2021

College football has become accustomed to players entering the transfer portal. According to SportSource Analytics, over 2,000 players have entered the transfer portal this season, including...

Clemson football commits Collin Sadler (left) and Joshua Sapp (right) at Greenville High School's signing day.

Dreams to reality: playing Clemson football with your high school teammate

Matson Montilla, Asst. Sports Editor December 17, 2021

Playing college football at any level is a dream come true. Being able to play division one, power five football with your high school teammate is a dream that most could not fathom.   For this...

In a stadium of over 70,000 people, Deshaun looks upon the roaring crowd during Clemson's shutout of Ohio State Dec. 31. The Tigers went on to face the Alabama Crimson Tide, winning 35-31.

Swinney praises quarterback commit, compares him to Deshaun Watson

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor December 15, 2021

On Early National Signing Day, Clemson football head coach Dabo Swinney had high praise for Clemson's next five-star quarterback, Cade Klubnik. Among the praise, he even compared Klubnik to...

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