Clemson has rehired Chad Morris as its offensive coordinator, returning to a role he previously held from 2011-2014, with the decision announced by Head Coach Dabo Swinney. Morris, who has a rich coaching history including head coaching stints and high school success, is expected to bring his explosive offensive strategies back to Clemson, aiming to boost the team's scoring and offensive production.
The article discusses the increasing number of players leaving Clemson through the transfer portal, highlighting a trend of significant player departures from the team.
Syracuse nearly completed a comeback against Clemson led by Donnie Freeman, who scored 18 points in his return from injury, but fell short with a 64-61 loss, hampered by poor shooting and turnovers.
Clemson has parted ways with offensive coordinator Garrett Riley and safeties coach Mickey Conn after a disappointing season, with Clemson struggling offensively and defensively, leading to a coaching shakeup as the team aims to improve in future seasons.
Clemson announced the departure of offensive coordinator Garrett Riley and safeties coach Mickey Conn after a 7-6 season, marking a period of reflection for the program as it seeks to improve following a series of less successful seasons.
Clemson and offensive coordinator Garrett Riley have parted ways after a challenging season marked by inconsistent offensive performance and a 7-6 record, with head coach Dabo Swinney citing the need for a change to improve results.
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney announced that Garrett Riley and Mickey Conn will not return to the coaching staff in 2026, citing the need for better results and leadership changes, and expressed gratitude for their contributions while planning for future team improvements.
ESPN's NFL Nation has named former Clemson linebacker Barrett Carter as the Bengals' Rookie of the Year candidate, highlighting his impressive debut season with 98 tackles, an interception, and significant defensive responsibilities after being drafted in 2025.
Dabo Swinney reflected on Clemson's 28-14 victory over South Carolina, highlighting the team's dominance in the series and his own past struggles against the Gamecocks, while praising South Carolina coach Shane Beamer as a good coach and person amid the rivalry's intense history.
Florida State dropped to 4-5 after a loss to Clemson, with offensive struggles largely self-inflicted and the defense performing decently. The team faces an uphill battle to reach bowl eligibility, needing to win at least two of their final three games. Despite some bright spots like Duce Robinson and the Desir brothers, the team’s overall performance continues to be disappointing, and their chances of a postseason appear uncertain.
Clemson was fined $10,000 and reprimanded by the ACC after coach Dabo Swinney publicly criticized officiating following a loss to Duke, citing a controversial pass interference call that he believed was incorrect. The ACC stated his comments violated sportsmanship policies, emphasizing that public criticism of officials is prohibited. Clemson's record fell to 3-5 after the game.
Duke's football team achieved a historic 46-45 victory over Clemson at Death Valley, ending a 45-year drought at the venue with a last-minute touchdown and two-point conversion, marking a significant upset in college football.
Despite Clemson's poor football season, the article argues that firing head coach Dabo Swinney would be unwise due to his significant contributions and the high cost of his buyout, emphasizing the need for him to make strategic changes to improve the team.
Clemson's football team lost to SMU with a final score of 35-24, showcasing a decent offense led by quarterback Christopher Vizzina but suffering from a poor defense and questionable coaching decisions, resulting in a disappointing performance overall.
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney remains optimistic despite a 35-24 home loss to SMU, emphasizing his team's resilience and his own credibility after a tough season with a 3-4 record, and promising to work hard to improve and win more championships.
