Former Venables player not showing much respect for Clemson

On SiriusXM Radio on Friday, a former Big 12 and NFL defensive lineman made his prediction for Saturday’s game between Clemson and No. 23 Pittsburgh. Dusty Dvoracek, an ESPN college football analyst, thinks the Panthers will beat the Tigers as well as cover the three-point spread. Dvoracek has faith in Pitt head coach Pat Narduzzi […]

Peach State four-star linebacker already has return visit to Clemson in the works

The Clemson Insider caught back up with a Peach State linebacker, who plans on being in attendance for Clemson’s Oct. 30 matchup against Florida State. “I just got invited to the game against Florida State by the recruiting coordinator last week,” Crayton told TCI. “We’re trying to get to that game. I’ve just been talking […]

4-star Georgia defender gives the latest with Clemson, recruitment

The Clemson Insider checked back in with this standout Peach State defender to get the latest on his recruitment, what he’s been hearing from Clemson of late and more. Calvary Day School (Savannah, Ga.) defensive end/linebacker Troy Ford Jr., a four-star class of 2023 prospect, remains in contact with defensive coordinator Brent Venables and the […]

Clemson has to slow down Pitt’s Heisman darkhorse. They’ve done it before

There are lots of ways to label Kenny Pickett, particularly the level at which he’s performing so far. First, Pittsburgh’s quarterback is a seasoned veteran, which essentially makes Pickett an enigma in modern college football. At a time when three-and-dones and transfers are far more common, Pickett has developed over the course of five seasons […]

4-star Miami DL ‘adding on to relationship’ with Venables, Hall

The Clemson Insider recently caught up with Miami Central (Miami, Fla.) four-star Rueben Bain, Jr. Bain (6-3, 245) is a self-described violent, fast and physical defensive lineman, who was the 2020 Florida 6A Defensive Player of the Year. The class of 2023 prospect has been hearing from Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables and defensive ends […]

Tyler Venables earns redemption, makes dad ‘real proud’

As Boston College attempted a comeback drive to knock off Clemson, Tyler Venables dropped an interception. It wound up not mattering, though, as K.J. Henry recovered a fumble on the ensuing play to seal Clemson’s 19-13 win over Boston College. Still, Venables had a chance to redeem himself.  “I was hoping I’d be ready the […]

Podcast: Tigers face big test in Pittsburgh

Clemson Ring of Honor member Levon Kirkland and myself preview Saturday’s ACC showdown, as Clemson heads to Pittsburgh to battle No. 23 Pitt at Heinz Field. We break down the keys to the game, as well as give out our Pick 3s this week and discuss the big games in the ACC and around the […]

Clemson’s best shot to win starts, ends with Pitt’s QB

There is no secret what Clemson’s biggest challenge is on Saturday. It is stopping Kenny Pickett. The Pitt quarterback is dicing up the Atlantic Coast Conference this year. And because of it, Pickett is being mentioned as a serious candidate for the Heisman Trophy and now as the top prospect for next April’s NFL Draft. […]

Venables reveals Clemson’s mindset in midst of struggles

At the halfway point of the season, it’s no secret Clemson’s offense leaves a lot to be desired. Currently the unit ranks 115th in the FBS in total offense, 114th in points scored, 107th in passing offense and 84th in rushing offense. Defensively, the Tigers boast one of the stingiest units nationally, ranked second nationally […]

Venables updates health status of Booth, Davis

During his media availability on Monday, Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables updated the health status of junior cornerback Andrew Booth as well as sophomore corner Fred Davis. Booth was a “pregame scratch” and didn’t play in Friday night’s 17-14 win over Syracuse, and Venables said after the game that he had a hamstring strain.  Davis, […]