Reign Supreme Alway: Sports in Clemson

Dabo Swinney's postgame reaction to Clemson's 20-19 over Louisville was rooted in genuine joy, as his smile showed the pride he felt for his players' ability to bring their own guts and scrape out a win over the Cardinals. The win got Clemson back to .500, yet the Tigers clearly had issues on Friday night, and we'll channel our college football analysis into the Louisville vs. Clemson highlights – and what it means with the season-finale rivalry against the Gamecocks (with South Carolina fresh off a collapse at Texas A&M) just two weeks away.

All right college sports fans, Clemson football is back on the right track – or at least it was in a dominant 24-10 win Saturday over Florida State. The Tigers are making a push to get back to .500. We discuss why Cade Klubnik did a better job of distributing the ball in the Clemson offense, while the Tigers defense bowed up to stop the Seminoles' rushing game and got away with a few problems against the passing game. What does it all mean for Clemson's upcoming Friday night game at Louisville? We analyze what might make an impact as the 4-5 Tigers try to get bowl-game eligible. It's time to dive into the analysis with three games left in the regular season.

All right college sports fans, we've got our latest Clemson game analysis after the homecoming loss to Duke, an ACC football upset that has the Tigers reeling at 3-5 and 2-4 in conference. We take a look at Dabo Swinney's list of problems to figure out in our college football reactions this week, having watched the Duke vs. Clemson game and rewatched the highlights. Clearly Swinney is not happy with his team, as seen in his impassioned speech to Tigers defensive players on the sidelines just moments before halftime. Check out our sports commentary and be sure to add your thoughts at YouTube.com/ClemsonKickoff to let us know what we got right and where we whiffed. 

All right, college sports fans -- the Clemson offense has gotten more things right this year than the defense as the Tigers have struggled to a 3-4 record, but there's a lot of work to be done nonetheless. Adam Randall's dedication hasn't been enough to establish a running game behind a problematic offensive line that's taken a step back this season. Christopher Vizzina's potential wasn't enough to improve on Cade Klubnik's issues in the passing game. And the receivers can't quite shake the drops. We get into a few things that have been plaguing assistant coaches Garrett Riley, Matt Luke and CJ Spiller during the Tigers' first seven games. For extra content, see our Tiger Trends blog at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- Despite solid stats from QB Christopher Vizzina in his first start, Clemson lost 35-24 to SMU and is in the bottom half of the ACC standings. Dabo Swinney has a lot to take stock of, and we start our analysis from afar with a look at the troubles that have plagued Tom Allen's defense all season long. We also look at longer trends of recent season to try to figure out what's going wrong, and what seems evident to us is that there's a big disconnect between the coaches and players. In this episode, we start to dive into where Clemson might try to make progress as it enters the second bye week of the 2025 season. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- Cade Klubnik had one of the better games of his career by staying composed and making his reads as Clemson put up 41 points in a blowout win at Boston College. The Tigers are a .500 team again overall and in the ACC, but Dabo Swinney still has work to do with this team if the winning ways are to continue. Tom Allen's defense gave up too many plays of double-digit yardage as Garrett Riley's offense started to click. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- Cade Klubnik and the Clemson Tigers came barrelling out of the gate for a 38-10 win at UNC over Bill Belichick's Tar Heels. It's a step in the right direction for Dabo Swinney's 2025 squad, with some clear improvements worth analyzing. Yet there's still work to be done if Clemson is to even approach the kind of season it had envisioned in August, so we'll get into that too. Be sure to let us know your thoughts about the Tigers in the comments below, and don't forget to smash "Subscribe" for more content about Clemson sports! From football on the field and recruiting updates to baseball, softball, soccer, basketball and more, you can catch up on the biggest happenings with the Tigers right here. For extra content, see our Tiger Trends blog at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- Clemson has dug itself a hole that's two games below .500 before the Tigers even have their first ACC win. That needs to get better Saturday at UNC, but if Clemson is to right its ship some in-house problems need to be taken care of. We'll run through some of the top fixes Dabo Swinney and his coordinators, Garrett Riley and Tom Allen, must make if their players are to live up to their potential. We also have a few quick ideas on big-picture problems to consider, not that they help this week. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- another week, another difficult day for Dabo Swinney as his Clemson Tigers are now 1-3 following Saturday's home loss to Syracuse. Our co-founder Daniel flies solo in this episode and breaks down the breakdowns, from a sputtering offense to a struggling defense. Clemson looks poorly coached in all phases as the Tigers enter their first bye week of the season. Time to take stock around the field and discuss what's in front of all our eyes. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- Cade Klubnik and the Clemson Tigers are 1-2 and failing to play to their potential. We're getting into the laundry list of problems Dabo Swinney, his staff and his players face after a 24-21 loss to Georgia Tech in Week 3. Despite some bright spots for Clemson (such as Adam Randall and Will Heldt), Brent Key looked smarter than Swinney, Haynes King looked more capable than Klubnik, and the Yellow Jackets flat-out had a better game than the Tigers. Suddenly next week's matchup looks critical for Clemson football before the team's first bye week of 2025. Come check out our analysis of the highs and lows right now. Video clips of Swinney's news conference via Clemson Sports Information. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- Clemson football's Week 2 win over Troy left a lot to be desired, with a disastrous first half that was bailed out by a steady second half. Running back Adam Randall posted his first 100-yard game, but quarterback Cade Klubnik's struggles were all too familiar and so were the offensive line's. The defense wasn't without fault but played soundly after yielding an opening-drive touchdown after the Trojans received the opening kickoff. So, what do head coach Dabo Swinney and offensive coordinator Garrett Riley need to figure out from here? We have a few viewpoints to share amid some venting. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans: Cade Klubnik and the Clemson offense ran into trouble during last week's season opener, so we'll run through some of the key areas for improvement that we see after that loss to LSU. The hometown Tigers must find the same rebound effect that they did in last season's Week 2 . Will they be able to make quick work of the visiting Troy Trojans in the same fashion as 2024's second game? Or will they struggle as they did two seasons ago in their second game of the season? We'll look at the critical boosts that need to be made by offensive coordinator Garrett Riley and head coach Dabo Swinney (and fast). For extra content, see our Tiger Trends blog at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- Dabo Swinney's Clemson football program was expected to rise to the top of the sport this season, but in Week 1 it couldn't overcome the challenge of a visiting LSU team in a 17-10 loss at Death Valley (the original one). We discuss Cade Klubnik's struggles as well as those of the offensive line in front of him and the problems up front for the hometown defense as well. What will it take for Clemson to bounce back from the season-opening struggles? We also discuss some sources of hope. For extra content, see our Tiger Trends blog at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're glad you found us!0:00 -- Keys to the loss21:45 -- Areas of hope

All right, college sports fans -- Clemson's a popular preseason pick and highly ranked, but the few critics out there aren't wrong when they point out that the Tigers' returning players had some significant problems last year. From Cade Klubnik to the safeties to the special teams units (except Nolan Hauser), and pretty much everybody in between, we'll cover what Clemson needs to work on if the postseason ranking will look as good as it does now. For extra preseason content, read our blog at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're glad you found us!

All right, college sports fans -- in this video, we have some tremendous in-depth analysis for you about the biggest matchup in the South for Week 1, as Clemson plays host to LSU with top quarterbacks Cade Klubnik of the Tigers and Garrett Nussmeier of the ... the other Tigers ... preparing for a duel in Death Valley. How will the battles in the trenches unfold for both sides of the ball? Which secondary stands the better chance holding off some other-worldly wide receiver corps on Saturday night in Clemson? Join us to hear our keys to the game and be sure to add your own in the comments. For our preseason series content, see our Tiger Trends blog at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're glad you found us!

Wrapping up our position-by-position season previews of the Clemson offense, it's time to talk Cade Klubnik. His arc of improvement last year, along with the return of so many teammates this season, has a nation looking at the Tigers as a preseason ranking sweetheart and a playoff pick. Can he reach the heights that three of his predecessors did? And how can the development of Clemson backup quarterback Christopher Vizzina affect how offensive coordinator Garrett Riley can use Klubnik in the Tigers' attack? Plus: We look at the best Clemson quarterbacks of all time, including natty winners Trevor Lawrence, Deshaun Watson and Homer Jordan, along with others who left significant paw prints in Death Valley. Chapters0:00 — Intro1:48 — Some all-time greats8:34 — “S.F.”11:31 — “D.W.”14:27 — “T.L.”19:10 — “T.B.”24:48 — 2025 QBs Preview

Running back might be the deepest position Clemson can boast through the modern history of the program. Fred Cone's name adorns the Ring of Honor in Death Valley. Fast forward 55 years and another Ring of Honor name, C.J. Spiller, begins his life as a Tiger. Another two decades later, Spiller is not only debated along with Travis Etienne as the best of all time, he's also coaching Clemson running backs. In 2025, Adam Randall appears to be the starter out of the gate while freshman Gideon Davidson and second-year RB David Eziomume aim to take the top spot and tote the rock for the Tigers. We're glad you found us! Chapters0:00 — Intro2:05 — Some all-time greats10:24 — “F.C.”12:20 — “W.G.”16:03 — “C.S.”19:50 — “T.E.”25:11 — 2025 RBs preview

The Clemson transformation to WRU started with DeAndre Hopkins, who evolved the position at Clemson, and Sammy Watkins, who lit the program on fire and holds too many records to list. And it has carried over to Mike Williams, Tee Higgins, Hunter Renfrow and more (and it doesn't look like it's going to slow down any time soon). The 2025 wide receiver room boasts talents including Antonio Williams, Bryant Wesco, TJ Moore, Tyler Brown, Tristan Smith (a transfer! gasp!) and more. For extra content, see our 2025 season-previews playlist on our YouTube channel. We're glad you found us!

Some talented Clemson football players who have shined at tight end include Bennie Cunningham in the 1970s and Dwayne Allen during the early Dabo Swinney years. Jake Briningstool put up big numbers the last three years, and Jordan Leggett had a penchant for making big plays. We'll talk about some other greats as well, then we'll get into the Tigers' 2025 outlook at tight end with Olsen Patt-Henry and Josh Sapp leading the way. We're glad you found us!Chapters0:00 — Intro2:31 — Some all-time greats7:10 — “J.B.”8:56 — “J.L.”11:29 — “D.A.”13:27 — “B.C.”16:20 — 2025 Tight ends preview

John Simpson, Stacy Long, Mitch Hyatt and Joe Bostic are four of 12 Tigers OLs who have earned first-team All-American honors from major organizations – and are among the greats for Clemson in some mighty, mighty strong offensive line squads. It's another position where some truly outstanding players don't make the final group of the tops in program history. And in 2025, Blake Miller and Walker Parks will try to stake out a place in that hierarchy, while Brayden Jacobs and Elyjah Thurmon will start their paths to try to secure such a destiny as well. We're glad you found us! Be sure to tell us who you think belongs on this list as well by commenting on this episode in YouTube.Chapters0:00 — Intro2:03 — Some all-time greats10:29 — “S.S.”12:28 — “S.L.”15:38 — “M.H.”19:52 — “J.B.” 22:32 — 2025 OL preview

Clemson's a popular preseason pick and highly ranked, but the few critics out there aren't wrong when they point out that the Tigers' returning players had some significant problems last year. From Cade Klubnik to the safeties to the special teams units (except Nolan Hauser), and pretty much everybody in between, we'll cover what Clemson needs to work on if the postseason ranking will look as good as it does now. For extra preseason content, read our blog at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're glad you found us!

Donnell Woolford, Mackensie Alexander, AJ Terrell, Trayvon Mullen and Nate Wiggins are among the standout greats to suit up at cornerback for Clemson through the decades. We'll recap how each made an impact in Death Valley. For 2025, Avieon Terrell and Ashton Hampton are poised to lead the Tigers secondary in taking on opponents' passing attacks – and will be challenged Week 1 in the home opener against LSU in the real Death Valley. Chapters0:00 — Intro2:22 — Some all-time greats9:42 — “M.A.”12:10 — “N.W.”14:41 — “A.T.”17:22 — “D.W.”20:02 — 2025 Cornerbacks Preview

All right, college sports fans -- in this video, we have some tremendous in-depth analysis for you about the Clemson safeties room in 2025, with Khalil Barnes' playmaking abilities remaining a constant. Kylon Griffin, Ricardo Jones and Ronan Hanafin are among the top candidates to join the rotation alongside him. And when they think "best is the standard," Brian Dawkins and Terry Kinard will be the players for them to strive to match -- we'll get into the best ever to line up at the position for the Tigers. For extra content, see our Tiger Trends blog at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're glad you found us!0:00 — Intro1:35 — Some all-time greats10:23 — “D.M.”12:09 — “R.C.”13:33 — “T.K.”16:08 — “B.D.”18:58 — 2025 Safeties Preview

Can Clemson's Sammy Brown or Wade Woodaz measure up to some of the Tigers' best ever and use 2025 to join the list of all-time great linebackers to suit up with the paw? We'll find out by November. For now, the rich tradition of standout LBs is topped by names including Jeff Davis, Levon Kirkland, Isaiah Simmons and more. See who else we've got in this look at Clemson's history of blue-chip linebackers and a 2025 season preview. 0:00 — Intro2:33 — Six All-Time Greats9:57 — “K.A.”12:28 — “I.S.”15:36 — “L.K.”19:45 — “J.D.”23:37 — 2025 Linebackers Season Preview

Clemson's rich tradition of excellent talent at defensive end has nine names that stand out in recent decades, starting with national championship team member Jeff Bryant and running up to recent first-round NFL draft pick Myles Murphy. And those guys aren't even among the top names on the list! Be sure to check out our two tiers of Tigers greats and chime in to tell us about anyone we've overlooked. Plus: If anyone can jump onto that list from the 2025 team, it's probably T.J. Parker as he's poised for a standout junior campaign having been joined by transfer Will Heldt on the opposite side. We'll also look at who's in contention to get some snaps when the Clemson two-deep comes out. We're glad you found us!0:00 -- Intro3:14 -- Five all-time greats8:14 – “C.F.”12:04 – “V.B.”15:12 – “G.A.”17:30 – “D.B.”20:06 – 2025 DEs preview

From as recent as Bryan Bresee to as far back as Jim Stuckey, Clemson's list of standout defensive tackles is deep. We'll look at current NFL standout Dexter Lawrence and his old Tigers teammate Christian Wilkins, 2025 Clemson ring of honor inductee Michael Dean Perry and many more of the best ever to line up in the trenches in Death Valley. Be sure to tell us who we forgot, just drop those namse in the comments. Plus: We'll preview the DT corps who will line up around headline grabber Peter Woods amid high expectations for the upcoming season. We're glad you found us! 0:00 – Intro2:03 – Our methods2:49 – Seven all-time greats 10:25 – “C.M.”13:28 – “C.W.”16:08 – “D.L.”18:54 – “M.P.”22:36 – 2025 DTs preview

Hey, Clemson Family -- Another busy week for the Tigers across several programs. Wide receiver Gordon Sellars headlines the latest news, committing to Clemson football for the 2026 signing class. More recently, Clemson baseball knocked off Georgia as starting pitcher Talan Bell led the way and saves record holder Lucas Mahlstedt slammed the door on the Dawgs, this on the heels of another ACC series win during the weekend. Men's basketball coach Brad Brownell added what might be the final piece of his large transfer-class puzzle by bringing in Jestin Porter from Middle Tennessee. And speaking of Tennessee, Tigers softball continued its winning ways by knocking off the No. 1 Volunteers in Knoxville in their midweek matchup. We've got details and analysis on all of it, be sure to add your thoughts (and smash that like button for us too). We're glad you found us!00:00 -- Clemson baseball's latest wins07:31 -- WR Gordon Sellars commits15:42 -- Transfer G Jestin Porter commits21:08 -- Tigers softball knocks off Vols

Hey, Clemson Family -- Cade Klubnik finds himself on much stronger footing coming out of spring practice, we'll talk about how that changes the outlook for the Tigers. And at the same time, the defense is thriving on a new energy source in defensive coordinator Tom Allen. Plus: Men's basketball welcomes a new transfer in Jake Wahlin, right on the heels of Butta Johnson choosing Clemson. And the baseball and softball teams are in top gear just weeks away from the postseason, find out why Erik Bakich needs to find some help for Aidan Knaak though. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- The men's basketball team put together a great season that ended with a thud in the NCAA Tournament, an all-too-familiar scenario of failing to reach the second round. Ian Schieffelin played with pain, Chase Hunter played without his brother's accompaniment and the Tigers were sent packing by McNeese after just one game. We recap where things looked good, where they went wrong and the challenges coach Brad Brownell faces with several players leaving as seniors and a handful more entering the portal with an eye on playing time and paydays elsewhere. Plus: After two ACC series the baseball team is in fine shape with a showdown against Georgia Tech up next on the conference slate -- and coach Erik Bakich has the Tigers in full never-give-up mode once again. We're glad you found us! Make your comments heard on our YouTube channel, Clemson Kickoff.

Hey, Clemson Family -- Brad Brownell's men's basketball team will take the court for the NCAA Tournament at 3:15 p.m. Thursday as a No. 5 seed in the Midwest Regional facing No. 12 seed McNeese St. That means a matchup against a former member of the program in Will Wade, who's been rumored to return to the ACC and interview for a head-coach opening. Clemson's oming off a disappointing performance in the ACC tourney with a pyrrhic victory over SMU in which starter Dillon Hunter was lost to a hand injury. Victor Lakhin, Ian Schieffelin, and Chase Hunter led the charge to survive that game and play Louisville closely, but the semifinals loss hurt the Tigers' seeding. We'll look at what needs to happen to advance in the NCAA Tournament and get a shot at another Sweet 16 or Elite Eight run. We're glad you found us -- be sure to watch on YouTube so you can share your reactions in the comments, and find us on social media @ClemsonKickoff!

Hey, Clemson Family -- Brad Brownell has Ian Schefflein, Viktor Lahkin and of course Chase Hunter ready for the postseason, starting with today's quarterfinal in the ACC Tournament. Can Clemson get back to the Elite Eight again, perhaps the Final Four, and maintain momentum out of last season's impressive March Madness run? We've got thoughts to share on that, be sure to drop yours in the thread on YouTube! Plus: A quick look at the start to the Clemson baseball season, including the standout play of Jarren Purify early and some strong starting pitching emerging in a sweep of South Carolina, including great outings from Aiden Knaak and Ethan Darden. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- The Tigers made some new "Friends" on the recruiting trail, picking up 7 commits in 5 days' time around the 2025 Elite Retreat -- jump in here with your comments as we discuss the offensive linemen, wide receivers and defensive backs who are ready to put on the paw. Adam Guthrie, Naeem Burroughs, Connor Salmin, Grant Wise, Chance Barclay, Marcell Gipson and Kaden Gebhardt found the new retreat format to their liking, as well as Dabo Swinney's new stances on NIL and revenue sharing. Plus: We look at positions to watch in the spring practice stretch leading up to Clemson's Orange vs. White game, including safety, linebacker and running back. We're glad you found us! Find us on social media at ClemsonKickoff.

Hey, Clemson Family -- the Tigers make their seventh College Football Playoff appearance this year thanks to a dramati 34-31 win over SMU in the ACC Championship, and we've got the details on how Clemson made it happen: Nolan Hauser's field goal, Adam Randall's kick return, Cade Klubnik's big connection with fellow Texan Bryant Wesco, and more. Plus a quick look at first-round opponent Texas, as the No. 5 Longhorns will play host to the No. 12 Tigers in the first round of the CFP. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- As Peter Woods spends time on the outside of the Tigers' defensive line as a sophomore, how will that affect the defensive tackles? There's plenty of talent to maintain a strong, aggressive presence in the middle of the field, we'll break it all down. Plus: A quick look at 10 things to know about Virginia Tech in 2024 as the Hokies have a spot late on the Tigers' schedule. Subscribe and be sure to comment -- we're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- There's hope once again to see the tight ends contribute a big spark to the Tigers offense, and with Jake Briningstool leading the way there's reason to believe that the production can blossom in offensive coordinator Garrett Riley's second season. Plus Josh Sapp, Olsen Patt Henry, Markus Dixon and Christian Bentancur bring the skill sets that create even more optimism. Plus: Second-year coach Jeff Brohm brings a bevy of transfers when he comes to town late in the season, we'll preview Tigers vs. Cardinals for 2024 with 10 things to know about Louisville. Subscribe to help us out and comment to make your thoughts heard -- we're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- Chalk up another commit for the Tigers as Logan Anderson becomes the first linebacker to pledge for the class of 2025, we'll take a look at how he can fit in with Wes Goodwin's group. Plus: Our dual 10 for '24 series continue, with the position group for this episode being Mike Reed's cornerbacks, and the opponent being Tony Elliott's Virginia Cavaliers. Be sure to add your comments (and hit that subscribe button to help us out) -- we're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- the Tigers' recruiting efforts for the 2025 football signing class got a big step up from DE Bryce Davis of Greensboro, NC, as he chose Clemson this weekend over Georgia, Duke and others. Find out where he fits into the future plans for assistants Chris Rumph, Nick Eason and Wes Goodwin. Plus: We take a look at what to expect from Dabo Swinney, Cade Klubnik, Phil Mafah, Barrett Carter and RJ Mickens at ACC Kickoff media days. We're glad you found us! Be sure to add your comment to let people know what you think, and hit that subscribe button while you're at it. Go Tigers!

Hey, Clemson Family -- Tigers running backs coach CJ Spiller has been in Phil Mafah's shoes in more ways than one, and looks to guide him as a leader for Clemson's offense this season. We'll talk about the battle for a No. 2 back to emerge among Keith Adams Jr., Jay Haynes, David Eziomume and Jarvis Green. Plus: 10 things to know about Wake Forest as the former ACC division rivals meet up again in 2024. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- The Clemson vs. Florida State rivalry factors heavily into the ACC title picture nearly every season, and we expect 2024 to be no different. Find out the key things we see this offseason as worth watching when DJ Uiagalelei lines up at quarterback for the Seminoles to take on his former coach Dabo Swinney of the Tigers. Plus: Clemson's defensive ends room loses most of its starts from last season -- find out how TJ Parker, Peter Woods and new position coach Chris Rumph are working to not only be as good as last year's group but possibly better (even if depth might lack). We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- the Tigers wide receiver room hasn't drawn the accolades that it has in the recent past, but Tyler Brown and Antonio Williams bring a distinct sense of energy and upside to assistant coach Tyler Grisham's room -- not to mention freshmen sensations Bryant Wesco and TJ Moore -- as Adam Randall, Troy Stellato and Cole Turner figure to contribute well. Plus: A look at the Stanford matchup and what the Cardinal brings to Death Valley as well as how the game fits into a challenging early schedule for Clemson. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- Cade Klubnik and Garrett Riley have some work to do on the Clemson passing game before the 2024 season begins. Our 10 for '24 position-rankings series continues with a look at where the quarterback room stands entering the preseason, why Klubnik is the unquestioned starter even though Trent Pearman shined in the spring game, what Riley has to prove as a high-profile hire by Dabo Swinney, and more. It's a quick-hit episode and you'll get a full overview of the QB topics the Tigers face. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- Time to preview the Clemson vs. N.C. State football game for 2024, as the Wolfpack have rebuilt their roster with a lot of players from the transfer portal at multiple positions, blending those question marks with some very solid returning talent at key positions. Plus: Tigers baseball coach Erik Bakich returns to the midwest to bring in three big hitters for the 2025 lineup along with a fourth from the west coast, check out their stats and find out how they fit in. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- Clemson's future path to either the SEC or the Big Ten has a key factor that few people are discussing, hear Bill explain what it is and why it's so important to the Tigers' financial future moving ahead. Plus: A look at Clemson's special-teams units heading into 2024, with Will Shipley and Jonathan Weitz departed. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- It's well known that Tigers coach Dabo Swinney is … eh, reluctant (?) to use the transfer portal, but in this podcast we each mention one position where we'd have taken a transfer for the 2024 football season and why. Be sure to add your comment! Plus: A preview of the Clemson vs. Appalachian State game, in which the contender for a Sun Belt championship will come into Death Valley this September looking for some bragging rights. We're glad you found us, subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

Hey Clemson Family, it's time to reset the Clemson recruiting commit list for the 2025 class with the recent addition of Rowan Byrne on the offensive line. Matt Luke keeps looking to add talent to the Tigers' O-line, and we offer our takes on how important it is for Dabo Swinney and Clemson. Plus: We preview the 2024 offensive line that the Tigers will put on the field, led by Tristan Leigh, Walker Parks, Marcus Tate and Blake Miller. How much can Luke lead improvement among a lot of returning veteran talent? They will be tested early with a season opener against recent two-time national champ Georgia, and Clemson's playoff hopes rest heavily upon the big men on offense. We're glad you found us!

Get in at the start of our season previews, beginning with Clemson vs. Georgia, as we outline 10 factors you need to know about the Bulldogs. Coach Kirby Smart loses a lot of familiar names but has talent waiting in the wings (or is it the dog house?) from recent recruiting classes and a familiar name from the transfer portal in Trevor Etienne. Plus QB Carson Beck is back. Plus: We'll recap the Clemson baseball season for 2024, and discuss why they came close to skipping a year of the rebuild -- with Erik Bakich in charge, the quick curve of improvement is showing a lot of promise in its first two years. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- before the bye week, the Tigers struggled to a 17-12 win over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, in which the defense settled in to dominate despite some early trouble while the offense sputtered much of the day. What's ahead for Cade Klubnik, the offensive line, the receivers and running backs Will Shipley and Phil Mafah? A lot depends on what offensive coordinator Garrett Riley stresses the rest of the way. We're glad you found us! Be sure to subscribe for all the latest from here through bowl season, and definitely become part of the conversation by adding your comments on every episode. Go Tigers!

Hey, Clemson Family — the Tigers rebounded from a disappointing OT loss with a road-trip victory at Syracuse, where victories aren't always easy for Dabo Swinney's team to secure. From Tyler Brown's continued solid play to some big plays by Justin Mascoll, Clemson found ways to exploit its opponents' mistakes rather than suffer from their own. And QB Cade Klubnik keeps improving with a focus on connecting with open receivers downfield in offensive coordinator Garrett Riley's new system. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- The Tigers' winning streak against the Florida State Seminoles is over after an eight-year run -- with a 31-24 loss in overtime that has put a serious crimp in Clemson's ability to repeat as ACC champions. Despite the mistakes that cost coach Dabo Swinney's team the game, there were clear signs of substantial improvements and valuable strengths in this team, improving the outlook for the rest of the season from where it was two weeks ago. Longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman bring you the top insights from Saturday's tough loss, from areas where criticism is most warranted to areas where optimism is fair to have. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- it's time to take stock of where the Tigers will need to build on their recent improvements and keep the winning streak over the Noles going in 2023. From Cade Klubnik and the passing game to Tyler Davis and the pass rush, from special teams (yes, Clemson added a kicker since we recorded this) to slicing defenses with the running game of Will Shipley and Phil Mafah (and more Klubnik would help too), longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman cover the aspects that the Tigers need to nail down Saturday afternoon in Death Valley. We're glad you found us!

Hey, Clemson Family -- the Tigers finally looked more steady as they defeated Florida Atlantic 48-14 in the third game of Clemson's season. And they seem to have several sources of newfound energy in the form of some freshmen -- including nickel safety Khalil Barnes, wide receiver Tyler Brown (both shown in thumbnail), defensive end TJ Parker, defensive tackle Peter Woods, and more. It's a big reason Clemson seems to have a more stable footing three weeks into the season, and we'll get into what the win over the Owls on Saturday night in Death Valley shows about where the team stands after a fourth of the regular season. We're glad you found us!