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Top target Blake Stewart heading toward decision weekend with Clemson very much in play
One of Clemson’s remaining targets in the 2026 class will bring his recruitment to an end this weekend, with the Tigers set to battle three schools for the four-star’s commitment. Atlanta (GA) Woodward Academy safety Blake Stewart will decide between Clemson, Miami, Michigan, and Vanderbilt on Sunday. Stewart took an official visit to Clemson on May 30th, with Miami, Michigan, and Vanderbilt all receiving an official visit from Stewart in June.
Message to Clemson transfer: "Win and win now, and our expectation is Omaha"
Erik Bakich began his hunt for immediate impact players in the transfer portal as soon as the Clemson baseball season ended. In that category is shortstop Tyler Lichtenberger, who ended an impressive freshman season at App State batting .342 while collecting 69 hits, three home runs, 13 doubles, and seven stolen bases.
5-star offensive lineman Darius Gray says Clemson checks all the boxes
Clemson’s offensive line haul for the 2026 class has grown stronger since the official visits last weekend, and a five-star prospect still looms large for Matt Luke and the Tigers. Richmond (VA) offensive lineman Darius Gray was on campus last weekend as Clemson hosted many of their top prospects on the board for the ’26 class.
Clemson gets first shot at final impression with dominant OL prospect Carter Scruggs
One of the top offensive linemen in the 2026 class has a commitment date in mind, and Clemson will get the first shot at a final impression with the dominant four-star. Leesburg (VA) tackle Carter Scruggs has confirmed that he will be on campus this weekend as Clemson hosts their big official visit of the summer. Scruggs is down to Clemson, Michigan, Georgia, and Penn State, with all four contenders set to host the coveted offensive lineman leading up to a possible summer commitment.
Max Brown, younger brother of Sammy Brown, could make Clemson a family affair
With June 1st approaching and the Clemson football staff preparing to go after the 2027 class, an offer to a Peach State athlete could turn the linebacker room into a family affair. Jefferson (GA) linebacker Max Brown, younger brother of Sammy Brown, looks to be one of the athletes in the ’27 class who will receive a scholarship offer when Clemson officially offers rising high school juniors.
Combo guard signee Zac Foster looking to make an impact
Back to the Clemson Tigers Newsfeed Related Topics: Brad Brownell, Chase Hunter Follow By Jake Pierce The end of the Clemson basketball season brought many changes to a roster that managed to compile twenty-seven wins, including multiple additions and departures through the transfer portal. One of the things that remained a constant for Brad Brownell and his staff during a time of turnover was the ability to hang on to their highest-ranked recruit in the 2025 class.
Top in-state prospect taking a long look at the Tigers
Brad Brownell continues to turn heads with the upward trajectory of the Clemson basketball program, and one of the most talented players in South Carolina is getting an early feel for his dream school. Anderson (SC) Westside combo guard K’Majay Jenkins is one of the top players in the 2027 class, listed as a 4-star and No. 41 player overall by On3 in the ’27 class.
Top WR prospect Gordon Sellars set to visit for rivalry game
After releasing a list of top schools earlier this week, one of Clemson’s targets at wide receiver in the 2026 class is set to visit Death Valley again on Saturday. Providence Day School (NC) four-star wide receiver Gordon Sellars released a top five group on Sunday, with Clemson joined by North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Michigan.
Top OL prospect Maxwell Riley nearing decision after Death Valley visit
One of Clemson’s major targets in the 2026 class was in Death Valley last Saturday, and the 4-star prospect could be nearing a decision soon. Avon Lake (OH) offensive tackle Max Riley was in attendance for Clemson’s 51-14 victory over The Citadel, his first gameday visit to Clemson since last season for the North Carolina game. Riley named his top seven schools in June, with Clemson joined by Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan State, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Florida State.
Recent offer has Clemson as contender for 4-star Sunshine State safety
Clemson’s recruiting success in Florida has produced some of the program's most impactful players, and the Tigers are hoping to snag another major prospect from the Sunshine State in the 2026 class. Milton (FL) 4-star safety Kaiden Hall visited Clemson for a home loss against Louisville and left town with an offer from the Tigers. Listed at 6-3, 195-pounds, Hall’s versatility in the secondary has earned him offers from Georgia, Tennessee, Florida State, Alabama, and numerous others.
Top OL target Maxwell Riley set for November trip to Death Valley
The offensive line will be an area of concentration for Clemson in the 2026 recruiting class, and one of the top tackles in the country will return to Clemson in November. Avon Lake (OH) offensive tackle Max Riley will attend as Clemson hosts The Citadel on November 23rd, his first visit to Clemson since releasing his list of top schools in June.
Clemson quarterback target Tait Reynolds set to make big decision
Clemson’s lone remaining offer at quarterback in the 2026 class is set to make his announcement on Sunday, and the Tigers are hoping to get the two-sport signal caller on board. Queen Creek (AZ) three-star quarterback Tait Reynolds is set to announce his college commitment on July 7th.
Top Georgia cornerback can see himself playing for Tigers
Clemson continues to be a landing spot for top defensive backs in the nation, and one of the prized recruits in the 2026 class has Clemson firmly in his top schools. Suwanee (GA) Peachtree Ridge four-star Dorian Barney visited Clemson on Saturday for Clemson’s junior day, and defensive backs coach Mike Reed made another strong impression on the elite cornerback.
Peach State defensive back Kaleb Lanier headed to Clemson this weekend
A Peach State defender has quickly become a name to know in the 2025 class, and Clemson is set to host him this weekend. Three-star Decatur (GA) cornerback Kaleb Lanier will visit Clemson for the first time this Saturday. Cornerbacks coach Mike Reed visited Lanier at his high school in early February, a visit that sparked a heavy interest for Lanier to see the Tigers’ program up close.
Top target happy to be back in Clemson, wants to spend time with new Tigers OL coach
Clemson offensive line coach Matt Luke has hit the ground running in recruiting, and one of his biggest targets in the 2025 class is set to be on campus Saturday for a major recruiting event. Nashville (TN) four-star offensive lineman Chauncey Gooden will be in attendance for Clemson’s Elite Junior Day, joining a list of top targets on the offensive line in the ’25 class who will be on campus this weekend.
Transfer portal target Keylan Rutledge talks Clemson recruitment ahead of visit
Clemson has made a concerted effort to improve their offensive line by hiring Matt Luke and pursuing players in the transfer portal. With the new offensive line coach now in place, Clemson is set to host one of their transfer targets on Sunday. Former Middle Tennessee State offensive lineman Keylan Rutledge will visit Clemson on Sunday after entering the portal on November 29th. Rutledge spent the last two seasons at Middle Tennessee State, where he played in 22 games over two seasons.
Tigers hoping to hit it big with Greer wide receiver
Clemson hit it big with a walk-on wide receiver when Hunter Renfrow made his name as a reliable target and clutch performer. Another in-state product hopes to make a similar impact at the same position after accepting a preferred walk-on offer from the Tigers. Greer (SC) 2024 wide receiver Chase Byrd announced a commitment to Clemson on Monday, receiving a preferred walk-on offer November 19th after a gameday visit for the win against North Carolina.
2025 WR target headed to Death Valley to see Tigers and Irish
Clemson has extended offers to only two wide receivers in the 2025 class, and one of those receivers is set to return to Death Valley on Saturday. Buford (GA) three-star Jordan Allen picked up a Clemson offer on September 23rd while on a visit for the Tigers’ matchup with Florida State, joining Cortez Mills as wide receivers with reported Clemson offers. The 5-7, 170-pound receiver has also drawn offers from schools such as Georgia, Florida, UCF, and Louisville up to this point.
Top safety target out of Florida says he likes Clemson a lot
Clemson has continued to recruit and develop the defensive back position at a high level, and their newest target picked up an offer from the Tigers in recent weeks. Jacksonville (FL) Mandarin 2025 four-star safety Hylton Stubbs picked up a Clemson offer on October 17th, a growing list that now includes over 30 schools. The 6-1, 180-pound defensive back is ranked as the No. 49 player overall and the No. 5 safety in the nation in the 247Sports Composite rankings.
Top linebacker target set for visit for Notre Dame game
Clemson is looking to reload again at linebacker in the 2025 class, and one of their top targets is set to return to campus this season for a game-day visit. Culpeper (VA) Eastern View linebacker Brett Clatterbaugh has been a frequent visitor to Clemson’s campus, and the 4-star will be a visitor when Clemson hosts Notre Dame on November 4th.
Top Alabama defensive tackle Jourdin Crawford breaks down Clemson relationship
Clemson’s dominant defenses have been built on the presence of playmaking defensive linemen, and the Tigers are looking to the state of Alabama to add another key piece to the 2025 class. Birmingham (AL) Parker defensive tackle Jourdin Crawford picked up a Clemson offer on May 31st, adding to a list that includes schools such as Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, and Florida State. At 6-2, 300-pounds, Crawford is ranked as the No. 217 player overall and the No. 20 defensive lineman in the ’25 class.
Top OL prospect down to Tigers and Vols, says Clemson feels like home
Clemson and Tennessee have become familiar foes on the field and the recruiting trail over the past months, and the Tigers and Volunteers are set to battle it out again for a 4-star offensive lineman. Akron (OH) Archbishop Hoban offensive lineman William Satterwhite announced via social media Sunday that he will make his commitment on July 7th, with Clemson and Tennessee set as the final two schools in his recruitment.
Clemson linebacker target Eric WInters fits the Tigers' mold
The Clemson defense has benefited from versatile linebackers in recent years, and an early target for the Tigers in the 2025 class looks to fit that same mold. Enterprise (AL) four-star Eric Winters camped with Clemson on June 1st and picked up an offer the same day, adding to a growing list that includes Georgia, Auburn, LSU, and Oklahoma, among others.
Clemson "special" to 4-star Virginia corner
One of Clemson’s top targets at cornerback in the 2025 class was in town for Dabo Swinney’s Football Camp on recently and a standout performance was rewarded with a Clemson offer. Richmond (VA) Trinity Episcopal School’s Terrance Edwards picked up a Clemson offer on June 4th, adding the Tigers to a growing offer list that includes Oklahoma, Tennessee, Penn State, Virginia Tech and others.
Lineman commit says Clemson sells itself, expects "great" 2024 class
Clemson’s success on the defensive line has been obvious in on-field production and establishing an NFL pipeline in recent years. The Tigers locked up a key piece at that position early in the 2024 recruiting cycle, and Clemson simply recruited itself for the 4-star commitment. Norcross (GA) Meadowbrook defensive lineman Champ Thompson was one of the initial members of the ‘24 recruiting class for Clemson, committing to the Tigers in January over Georgia, Florida State, Miami and others.
Alabama defender earns Clemson offer, talks "phenomenal" relationship with Tigers
Clemson’s success in the state of Alabama for the 2024 class brought in two talented defensive linemen, and the Tigers are looking to go back for another elite edge defender for the 2025 cycle. 2025 Highland Home (AL) CJ May announced a Clemson offer on June 1 after attending the Dabo Swinney Football Camp. May is listed at 6-4, 225-pounds and is rated as a 4-star prospect and the No. 9 athlete in the nation by 247Sports for the ’25 class.
Priority target sees that he could 'be a part of something special at Clemson'
Clemson’s visitor list will be star-studded in the month of June, with numerous top prospects in the 2024 class set to arrive on campus in the first weekend of June. One of those prospects is a priority target on the offensive line that recently placed the Tigers in his top schools. Leesburg (VA) offensive tackle Fletcher Westphal announced a top-five on April 30th, placing Clemson in a group that also included Georgia, Auburn, Arkansas, and Florida.
Versatile 4-star prospect has Clemson in top five schools
Clemson recently made the top-five for one of the top basketball prospects in the 2024 class, and the Tigers are looking to host the four-star before his commitment. Little Rock (AR) forward Dallas Thomas placed Clemson in his top schools along with Arkansas, LSU, Missouri, and Memphis. The 6-9, 170-pound junior is listed as the No. 57 prospect overall in the ’24 class and the No. 2 player in the state of Arkansas.
Relationship growing for elite Ohio lineman with Clemson
One of the top offensive linemen in the 2024 class made his way from Ohio to Clemson earlier this month, with the visit concluding with an offer from the Tigers. Akron (OH) Archbishop Hoban 4-star William Satterwhite picked up a Clemson offer on April 12th during his tour of multiple schools in the southeast. At 6-foot-3 and 290 pounds, Satterwhite is currently ranked as the 163rd player overall and No. 11 interior offensive lineman in the 247Sports Composite rankings.
Clemson checks the boxes for top-rated rising junior QB
The 2025 class looks to be loaded again at quarterback, and Clemson hosted one of the top prospects at that position in recent weeks. Antwann Hill visited Clemson on April 1st, meeting with new offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Garrett Riley and learning more about his offense. The 6-5, 215-pound quarterback from Houston County (GA) Warner Robins is currently ranked as the No. 4 quarterback in the country and the 50th player overall in the 247Sports Composite rankings for the ’25 class.
4-star CB priority target Corian Gipson talks love for Clemson, upcoming visit
One of the top defensive backs in the 2024 class is set to visit Clemson for the Orange and White game, and the Tigers are firmly in the hunt after making the final five for the 4-star prospect. Lancaster (TX) defensive back Corian Gipson announced his top five schools on Wednesday, with Clemson joined by Alabama, Texas, TCU, and Ohio State. At 6-0, 170-pounds, Gipson is ranked as the No. 7 cornerback and the 61st player overall in the 247Sports Composite rankings.
NC lineman building strong relationship with Tigers, sees athleticism edge
After hosting many top prospects recently for in recent weeks, Clemson has turned up the heat on recruitment for the 2024 class. One of those visitors picked up a Clemson offer just prior to his visit, and a return trip is already scheduled for June. Eagan Boyer picked up a Clemson offer on February 17th after developing a relationship with offensive line coach Thomas Austin over the past months.
Priority WR target excited for junior day Clemson visit, more time with Riley
With Clemson’s Elite Junior Day around the corner, one of Tyler Grisham’s main targets in the 2024 class is set to make his way back to town. Four-star Greensboro (NC) Grimsley wide receiver Alex Taylor will be in attendance Saturday as Clemson hosts a number of high profile recruits in the ’24 class. The 6-2, 175-pound receiver is currently regarded as the No. 132 player overall and the No. 5 player overall in the 247Sports rankings for the ’24 class.
Top NC athlete has strong connection with Grisham, interested in new-look offense
With much of the attention of the college football recruiting world shifting to the 2024 recruiting class, many of the top prospects have started the process of focusing in on their major contenders. Burlington (NC) athlete Jonathan Paylor named his top-10 in November, and Clemson remains in the hunt for the priority target on offense.
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Transfer guard Brevin Galloway set to make decision between Tigers, Gamecocks
Brevin Galloway is set to announce where he will play his final year of college basketball, with a decision to be posted today at 7 PM via social media. Galloway, a Boston College graduate transfer, will decide between Clemson and South Carolina. Galloway spent four seasons at College of Charleston before transferring to Boston College. Galloway (6-2, 200) averaged 8.3 points per game last season for the Eagles, with a season-high 18 points against Clemson.
“Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass: Wave One” Review
Platform: Nintendo Switch When the "Booster Course Pass" DLC for 2017's "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" was revealed in February, I was unbelievably hyped. Not only was Nintendo EPD adding 48 new tracks to the game, but all of the ones shown in the reveal trailer seemed to have undergone a fabulous graphical facelift. However, my excitement didn't come alongside a hint of concern for both the expansion itself and its surrounding circumstances.
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“Pokémon Diamond and Pearl” were the very first “Pokémon” titles that I ever played as a kid. So you can imagine my delight when it was revealed in February 2021 that these titles were being remade from the ground up for Nintendo Switch. Developed primarily by Japanese game studio ILCA, under the oversight of The Pokémon Company and series developers Game Freak, these titles aimed to revitalize 2006’s “Pokémon Diamond and Pearl” with a new graphic style and gameplay mechanics.
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With the release of 2016’s “Pokémon Go,” Niantic and Nintendo captured a brand-new, “lightning-in-a-bottle” kind of audience. Over five years later, that game still has a large and thriving community (including right here on our beloved campus). Niantic has since released several titles seeking to recapture the same charm of “Pokémon Go” to varying levels of success. However, the studio’s most recent effort, “Pikmin Bloom” goes in a slightly different direction.
Five-star quarterback back in Death Valley to check out his future home
by Jake Pierce - Recruiting Reporter - 2021-11-13 09:58:10.0 Klubnik will attend this weekend's game. Cade Klubnik has been one of the hottest names in high school football over the past year, with a state championship, numerous awards, and a commitment to Clemson all coming during that time. Klubnik started his run for another state title last night, and the 5-star will be in Death Valley Saturday to see his future home again.
5-star Peach State defender updates his Clemson recruitment
by Jake Pierce - Recruiting Reporter - Tuesday, November 9, 2021, 4:40 PM Burley visited Clemson shortly after receiving an offer this summer. Clemson continues to be a major player in the recruitment of many top prospects in the 2023 class, including 5-star Vic Burley. The Tigers are once again in a position to land another elite defensive lineman. Burley picked up a Clemson offer on June 1st and camped with Clemson shortly after during a summer tour of numerous schools.
Florida defensive lineman excited about seeing Tigers up close this weekend
by Jake Pierce - Recruiting Reporter - 2021-10-25 13:27:12.0 LeBlanc will be on hand this weekend for the game against FSU. Kissimmee (FL) Osceola 2023 defensive lineman Derrick LeBlanc has built a strong relationship with the Clemson defensive staff over the course of his recruitment. After picking up an offer from the Tigers on September 15th, LeBlanc is now set to make the trip to Death Valley this weekend to see the Clemson defense up close.
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4-star TE target talks decision day, what stands out about Clemson
by Jake Pierce - Recruiting Reporter - Wednesday, October 13, 2021, 2:48 PM Oscar Delp - Tight End TigerNet: (4.75) Height: 6-5 Weight: 220 Hometown: Cumming, GA (West Forsyth HS) Class: 2022 ESPN: #162 Overall, #3 TE-H, #17 GA Rivals: #100 Overall, #2 TE, #10 GA 24/7: #70 Overall, #2 TE, #7 GA Delp announces his decision later today. Clemson remains one of the teams in the hunt to land tight end Oscar Delp, battling Georgia, Michigan, and South Carolina for a commitment from the four-star.
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