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Jake Briningstool (9) recorded his 113th reception on Saturday afternoon against the Virginia Tech Hokies, which is the most in school history.

Second half comeback gives Clemson bounce-back win over Virginia Tech

Griffin Barfield, Asst. Sports Editor • November 9, 2024

The Clemson Tigers responded with a 24-14 bounce-back win over the Virginia Tech Hokies at Lane Stadium on Saturday night. Despite blocked field goals, missed fourth downs and turnovers, the Tigers...

With 21, Klubnik sits third for the most passing touchdowns in the country, a result of his 2,064 throwing yards and four runs to the end zone.

A 2024 Heisman breakdown: Where does Klubnik sit in the odds?

Emersyn Koke, Senior Reporter • November 7, 2024

With Week 9 of college football now in the books, the playoffs are one step closer. This also means one step closer to determining the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner, and this college football season has been...

Clemson running back Phil Mafah (7) attempts to brind down a Louisville defender in the Tigers' loss to the Cardinals on Nov. 2.

Louisville stuns Clemson in first conference loss of the season

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter • November 3, 2024

In a top 15 upset, the Clemson Tigers (6-2, 5-1 ACC) fell to the Louisville Cardinals 33-21. The Clemson loss has the college football world in complete shock, as this is the Tigers’ first loss in conference...

The Tigers struggled offensively at the start of the game, with their first two drives resulting in three and outs.

Halftime musings: The Tigers face adversity in competitive start to primetime matchup

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter • November 2, 2024

On the opening weekend of November, the Clemson Tigers find themselves trailing 17-7 to the Louisville Cardinals. The Tigers have struggled to create and maintain momentum in a highly anticipated matchup....

Former Clemson defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II continues his dominant season for the New York Giants, leading the NFL in sacks with nine.

Tigers in the NFL: Weeks 7 and 8

Angelo Feliberty, Senior Reporter • October 30, 2024

Over the past two weeks, many former Clemson Tigers have regained their footing as the NFL season approaches the halfway point. Here are four alumni who have excelled at the next level in weeks 7 and 8: Dexter...

When looking at the hard numbers comparing last season and the current one, Klubnik's progress is undeniable.

Halfway there, no longer living on a prayer: Clemson football midway through the season

Grace O’Donnell, Sports Editor • October 24, 2024

The No. 9 Clemson Tigers are on a hot streak, and with Texas-born quarterback Cade Klubnik under center, they have no plans of cooling down. Heading into Week 9 last year, the Tigers had all four of the...

Against Virginia, offensive coordinator Garrett Riley incorporated the spread offense concept by creating favorable matchups in open space. Pictured is receiver Antonio Williams (0) blocking for Troy Stellato to run through.

Paws up, paws down: Clemson routes Virginia in Tony Elliot’s homecoming

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter • October 22, 2024

On Saturday afternoon, the then-No. 10 Clemson Tigers took down the Virginia Cavaliers, 48-31. After falling behind 10-3 in the opening quarter, the Tigers found their rhythm and scored 35 unanswered points....

Tré Williams (8) celebrates after recovering a fumble against UVA; running backs coach C.J. Spiller cheers him on from the sidelines.

Swinney, Spiller rout the Cavaliers for fifth consecutive ACC victory

Grace O’Donnell, Sports Editor • October 19, 2024

The No. 10 Clemson Tigers put on a show in Death Valley this afternoon, defeating the Virginia Cavaliers 48-31. The nostalgia factor of today’s matchup was off the charts, thanks to the induction of...

Peter Woods has had a successful game after sitting out due to injury against NC State and Stanford- he has four solo tackles, including one for loss in the first half alone.

Halftime musings: Elliott and Swinney’s reunion off to an exciting start

Grace O’Donnell and Jose Zarraluqui • October 19, 2024

On a crisp fall afternoon in Memorial Stadium, the No. 10 Clemson Tigers currently lead the Tony Elliot-led Virginia Cavaliers 17-10. Below is an analysis of Clemson’s play thus far from members of The...

Swinney recalls offering Virginia head coach Tony Elliot an assistant coaching position years ago, saying “That was honestly one of the coolest moments I’ve had as a coach was being able to sit at the kitchen counter, me and Kath and Tony and Tamika. And he had no idea that I was going to offer him a job.”

Swinney and Elliott: From coach to colleague to rival

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter • October 19, 2024

The Clemson Tigers (5-1, 4-0 ACC) return to Death Valley today with a matchup against the Virginia Cavaliers (4-2, 2-1 ACC). The Tigers look to continue their success after a dominating 49-14 win over...

In an overtime thriller versus the Baltimore Ravens, Higgins found the end zone for the first time this season, not once but twice.

Tigers in the NFL: Weeks 5-6

Cole Warms, Contributor • October 17, 2024

The NFL season is heating up after six weeks, and former Clemson Tigers are continuing to establish themselves as premier playmakers throughout the league. Below are three standout alumni performances...

Williams was a diamond in the rough in his first season but has shown improvement during his time with the Tigers.

Swinney gives Williams his flowers: ‘This kid has put the work in’

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter • October 11, 2024

Last weekend saw the No. 10 Clemson Tigers earn a historic road win over the Florida State Seminoles thanks to their stout defense and electric offense. Now, with three conference rivals turned into...

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