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Former Clemson cornerback, A.J. Terrell (8), prepares for a play during the 2020 National Championship game against LSU on Jan. 13, 2020.

Is bigger always better? A look into the proposed expansion of the CFP

Grace O’Donnell, Contributor September 2, 2021

An invite to the College Football Playoffs is synonymous with an invite to join the elite, to join a roster of history-making games and record-breaking players. Since the College Football Playoffs (CFP)...

Dabo Swinney leads the team in the Walk of Champions before the Boston College game in 2019

Showdown in Charlotte: Clemson vs. Georgia preview

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor September 2, 2021

246 days. That is how long it will be this Saturday since Clemson lost to Ohio State in the Sugar Bowl last season. Since that night, Clemson Tiger fans have eagerly awaited to, once again, prove the doubters...

Head Coach Dabo Swinney wears his mask while watching players complete a drill during fall camp.

Clemson vs. Georgia position battles

Matson Montilla, Asst. Sports Editor September 2, 2021

On Sept. 4, the highly anticipated matchup between Clemson and Georgia is going to kickoff. Each team has its eyes set on winning the College Football National Championship, and this is an important...

D.J. Uiagalelei (5) throws under pressure during the second half of the Clemson Orange-White Spring Game at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C.

Clemson star QB DJ Uiagalelei inks a deal with Dr. Pepper

Matson Montilla, Asst. Sports Editor August 12, 2021

When the NIL rule went into effect on July 1, 2021, no one knew what to expect. Were college athletes going to sign with big time companies, get multimillion dollar endorsements, be a local sponsor, or...

Fans await on the football team to run down the hill at Memorial Stadium

A new student’s guide to gameday: how to get the most out of your saturday

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor August 9, 2021

As the country reopens, sports are returning to normal. Unlike last year, students and fans will be able to enjoy football game days in Clemson as many did before the pandemic. For students who may...

Travis Etienne (9) breaking a tackle against Florida State in Memorial Stadium

A breakdown of Clemson’s five NFL draft prospects

Matson Montilla, Asst. Sports Editor April 26, 2021

Although Clemson is set to retain many of its starters from this past season, the Tigers will lose five offensive weapons to the NFL Draft. Clemson will lose quarterback Trevor Lawrence,...

Daniel coach Jeff Fruster celebrates after winning the 2020 AAA Football State Championship

Daniel’s Jeff Fruster brings his alma mater their first title in 22 years

Bru Nimmons, Contributor April 26, 2021

Last December, D.W. Daniel High School defeated Camden High School to record its sixth state championship in football. It was a huge moment for the South Carolina towns of Central, Clemson and Six Mile,...

Hunter Helms (18) reads the defense during the Clemson Orange-White Spring Game at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C.

Clemson in need of depth at quarterback

Jere Drummond, Senior Sports Reporter April 11, 2021

In the sport of college football, where every game matters, it is important to develop functional depth at every position. This functional depth is needed most at the quarterback position. In this...

Deshaun Watson playing for the Houston Texans against the then-named Washington Redskins on Nov. 18, 2018.

Eventful week leads to developments in Watson sexual assault lawsuits

Justin Robertson, Asst. Sports Editor April 11, 2021

Three weeks after the first lawsuit was filed against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson for alleged sexual assault and misconduct, the total number of lawsuits sits at 22. Watson, a former Clemson...

D.J. Uiagalelei (5) throws under pressure during the second half of the Clemson Orange-White Spring Game at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C.

Uiagalelei set up for productive summer ahead of pressure-mounting season

Justin Robertson, Asst. Sports Editor April 11, 2021

Whether it was Tajh Boyd, Deshaun Watson or Trevor Lawrence, Clemson has become accustomed to phenomenal quarterbacks in the past decade. However, with all of that greatness comes higher expectations for...

Wide receiver Ajou Ajou (11) catches the white team's first touchdown after separating from cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. (23) during the second half of the 2021 Clemson Orange-White Spring Game at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C.

Clemson football’s spring game recap

Matson Montilla, Asst. Sports Editor April 7, 2021

Do you smell what I smell, football fans? Of course you do! It is the smell of Clemson football almost returning. On April 3, 2021, Clemson football had its inaugural spring football game, and the D.J....

Student tickets will now be awarded by GPA.

Clemson Football moves to mobile-only ticketing system

Caleb Browder, Photo Editor June 26, 2020

Clemson football is moving to a mobile-only ticketing system starting with the 2020 season. According to a Clemson University Athletics press release, digital tickets will allow fans “greater convenience...

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