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Marching to glory: How Clemson’s Tiger Band elevates the gameday experience

Ethan Silipo, Senior Reporter September 19, 2024

In Clemson, South Carolina, Saturdays are for football. But if you sit and really think about gameday, it's impossible not to hear a faint, harmonized cheer led by drums, trumpets, tubas and trombones....

Cade Klubnik (2) hands the ball off to Troy Stellato (10) during Clemson's game against Appalachian State on Sept. 7.

Opinion: Tigers don’t change their stripes and neither should you

Kelly Kaelblein, Asst. Sports Editor September 19, 2024

Two weeks ago, the No. 21 Clemson Tigers dominated Appalachian State, 66-20, at home. The team set multiple scoring records, and quarterback Cade Klubnik put on the performance of a lifetime with seven...

The last time the Wolfpack came to Death Valley in 2022, running back Phil Mafah — then wearing No. 26 — had five carries for 22 yards; when the Tigers visited Raleigh last year, he had 16 carries for 84 yards and two touchdowns. Look for Mafah’s numbers to continue improving on Saturday.

Tigers ready to sink their claws into the Wolfpack

Grace O'Donnell, Sports Editor September 19, 2024

The law of averages states that future events are likely to balance out any deviation from the presumed standard. By this definition, it’s the Tigers' turn to beat NC State this weekend. Dating back...

Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars remain winless through the first two weeks of the season, despite Lawrence remaining one of just five starting quarterbacks yet to commit a turnover this season.

Tigers in the NFL: Weeks 1-2

Cole Warms, Contributor September 19, 2024

The 2024 NFL season is underway, and former Clemson Tigers have been making noise all around the league. Here are four standout alumni performances from the first two weeks of action: Trevor Lawrence,...

The race for the John D. Swofford Award, presented to the champion of the ACC, is on - and as unpredictable as ever.

Clemson vs. the ACC: Part I

Luke Beard, Asst. Sports Editor September 19, 2024

Following the No. 21 Clemson Tigers’ 1-1 non-conference start to the season, Dabo Swinney’s squad now looks at its early slate of ACC opponents. The Tigers will face familiar foes this with rival teams...

With the race for the conference title as unpredictable as ever, will Clemson return after a year away?

Upsets and surprises define start of ACC season

Weston Grant, Senior Reporter September 12, 2024

Just two weeks in, the 2024 season has already seen many upsets and shifts in rankings throughout the realm of college football, particularly within the ACC. In the preseason, Florida State held the...

Cade Klubnik, under center, remains poised as his offensive line keeps pressure off of him while he selects a target to connect with downfield.

Paws up, paws down: Tigers level the Mountaineers

Sarah Pepe, Senior Reporter September 10, 2024

The Clemson Tigers defeated Appalachian State in their first home game of the season by a score of 66-20. These are the ups and downs of the game: Paws up: Offensive surge Clemson's offense came...

Wesco Jr. (12) opens his arms to receive a pass from Klubnik, resulting in a 76-yard touchdown to open scoring.

Clemson receiving core surges in win over Appalachian State

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter September 9, 2024

The Clemson Tigers took down the Appalachian State Mountaineers in a dominating fashion, winning 66-20. The offense not only found their footing but completely overpowered the Mountaineers’ defense,...

Cade Klubnik posted five passing touchdowns, two rushing touchdowns and a 90% completion rate against Appalachian State on Sept. 7.

‘Unleash’: Klubnik dominates Mountaineers with first half performance

Grace O'Donnell, Sports Editor September 8, 2024

The Clemson Tigers we know and love are back. With their 66-20 victory over the Appalachian State Mountaineers, Dabo Swinney’s squad set multiple program records to redeem an offense that has been facing...

Are you not entertained?: Bryant Wesco Jr. celebrates with the crowd after running in his second touchdown of the night.

Halftime musings: Clemson’s offense explodes; defense is business as usual

Grace O'Donnell and Jose Zarraluqui September 7, 2024

The Tigers lead Appalachian State 56-13 at halftime. Below are thoughts from The Tiger's sports desk: Offense: –  On the first two drives of the game, quarterback Cade Klubnik set the tone for the...

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney and his team will look for their first win of the season against Appalachian State on Saturday night.

Clemson students give takes on Appalachian State game

Sarah Pepe, Senior Reporter September 7, 2024
What are Clemson students thinking heading into the Appalachian State game?
Clemson and Georgia were equal regarding tackling, as both teams had 50 tackles on the day.

A game of numbers: Clemson vs. Georgia

Luke Beard, Asst. Sports Editor September 5, 2024

The No. 14 Clemson Tigers fell to the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs in a 34-3 defeat on Saturday in Atlanta. Football is a game of numbers, and although the score was not close, how close were the teams statistically? One...

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