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Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter

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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....

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....

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...

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...

Clemson wide receiver Bryant Wesco Jr. goes through drills during spring practice on March 1.

Bryant Wesco Jr. ready for showdown with NC State

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter September 20, 2024

The No. 21 Clemson Tigers (1-1) are coming off a bye week after their commanding win over the Appalachian State Mountaineers. They now look to avenge their final loss of the 2023 season in a rivalry matchup...

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,...

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...

Project 6K: Clemson United is looking to fill the stands of Historic Riggs ahead of their matchup against now-conference rival Stanford.

Clemson United earns top ranking with early successes

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter September 5, 2024

In the season's second United Soccer Coaches poll, the Clemson United Tigers were voted the No. 2 team in the nation. The Tigers fell from the No. 1 spot after a draw against South Carolina, now finding...

Clemson's offensive line for both teams raised concerns as they allowed a combined 11 sacks. Quarterback Christopher Vizzina took the brunt of this with eight sacks on the day.

Matt Luke’s offensive line raises concern in spring game

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter April 7, 2024

Saturday’s spring game presented the opportunity for coaches and fans alike to analyze the next Clemson football team, complete with returning veterans and superstar newcomers. Many players and position...

Clemson center PJ Hall jumps around a Baylor player sprawled on the floor as he added on to Clemson's lead with a finger-roll layup in the Tigers' second round matchup in the NCAA Tournament.

Analysis: How can Clemson slow down Arizona?

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter March 28, 2024
Clemson center PJ Hall could play a large part in the Tigers' game against Arizona on Thursday night.
After offering safety Tae Harris just one day after he decommitted from Georgia, head coach Dabo Swinney moved Clemson ahead on his shortlist of schools, leading to his commitment to the Tigers earlier this week.

Clemson lands former Georgia commit

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter March 22, 2024

On Monday morning, former University of Georgia commit Tae Harris announced his commitment to Clemson. The safety out of Cedartown, Georgia, chose the Tigers over the likes of Georgia Tech, LSU, Ole Miss...

Clemson center PJ Hall slams a dunk against Boston College in the second round of the ACC Tournament in Capital One Arena on March 13, 2024.

Clemson to take on New Mexico in first round of NCAA Tournament

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter March 21, 2024
The Clemson men's basketball team will take on New Mexico in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday
Clemson center PJ Hall celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer against North Carolina on Feb. 6, 2024.

Clemson is going dancing, to play in March Madness on Friday

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter March 17, 2024
The Clemson men's basketball team is set to face New Mexico in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday.
Following last weekend's Junior Day, Clemson further impressed many 2025 prospects, some of whom could be joining the team for next year's spring practice.

Junior Day roundup: Clemson impresses 2025 recruits

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter March 13, 2024
The Tigers made great impressions on several big-name recruits this past weekend.
Clemson head coach Brad Brownell and his team earned their 21st win of the season on Tuesday night, defeating the Syracuse Orange on Senior Night at Littlejohn Coliseum.

Tigers triumph over Syracuse on senior night

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter March 6, 2024

The Clemson Tigers closed out their last home game of the season with a crucial victory over the Syracuse Orange on Saturday night, winning 90-75 to make it a successful senior night in Littlejohn Coliseum. With...

Star center PJ Hall points at North Carolina forward Armando Bacot during the Tigers' 80-76 victory over the Tar Heels on Feb. 6

Clemson in solid standing as March approaches

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter February 21, 2024

March is closing in, and that means the stakes are much higher for NCAA men’s basketball. Every game means more – especially for teams on the bubble. While Clemson is not, most of its remaining opponents...

The Tigers huddle up on the court to discuss mid-game strategy in their heartbreaking 78-77 loss to NC State on Saturday.

Paws up, paws down: Tigers collapse against NC State

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter February 19, 2024

Clemson experienced another heartbreaking loss to a tough NC State team by a close score of 78-77 on Saturday night. The Tigers are now 17-8 (7-7 ACC) and have dropped to the seventh seed in the conference. Clemson...

Clemson head coach Erik Bakich is entering his second season leading the Tigers after spending time at Michigan and Maryland.

Bakich, Clemson baseball eager to return to Omaha

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter February 16, 2024

After a 44-19 2023 campaign, the Clemson baseball team has set this upcoming season to the highest standard — winning it all. Speaking to the media last month, head coach Erik Bakich discussed his...

The Tigers, now sitting at 14-7 (4-6 ACC), have the opportunity to turn their fortunes around in the next month as they head into a tough slate of conference opponents. Pictured is star center PJ Hall taking a tipoff against Virginia in the Tigers' 66-65 loss on Saturday, Feb. 3.

Opinion: Tigers’ tough February slate offers chance to flip the script

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter February 6, 2024
The Tigers sit at 14-7 (4-6 ACC) with a tough conference schedule ahead of them.
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.

Clemson lands star 2025 DL recruit

Jose Zarraluqui, Senior Reporter January 28, 2024

Dabo Swinney continues to impress on his 2025 recruiting trail, thanks to newly hired defensive ends coach Chris Rumph. Rumph and Swinney landed a commitment from 2025 edge rusher Ari Watford on Wednesday,...

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