CLEMSON — A Clemson Man needs no introduction, and that resonates greatly with redshirt junior Jahiem Lawson.

His last name is one that’s not unfamiliar to Clemson. Over the past few weeks, Lawson’s name has become one that many are saying and seeing a lot more.

But the last name Lawson is one that has been known in Clemson since 2013.

Shaq Lawson made his mark in orange by becoming one of the most dominant defensive ends in the country in 2015. Wearing the No. 90, he led the nation in tackles for loss in 2015 before declaring for the NFL draft, where he became the 19 overall pick by the Buffalo Bills.

Now a decade later, his younger brother is making his own mark on Clemson’s defense. He has been quiet, patient, and hardworking since the day he arrived in Tigertown.

Against Boston College last weekend, the younger Lawson had a career high of four tackles, two solo, and one and a half sacks. His heart, energy, and drive has made him one of the emerging players on this roster.

Clemson head Coach Dabo Swinney called him a “bright spot” on defense. His development has been a process. He’s added weight, built strength, and grown more confident with each game.

“I got to still develop and do more things so I can be able to help the team,” Lawson said. “I have put in a lot of work since I have been here.”

Lawson feels he is the player he is now because of his work ethic. He knew he was too tiny as a freshman, when he checked in at 215 pounds. But, that didn’t stop him from getting to where he needed to be.

And while his brother’s shadow is big at Clemson, he isn’t trying to step into it.

“I’ll be honest, we talk a lot,” Lawson said. “I want my own path. So I try and create my own name.”

That bond between brothers runs deep. When Shaq posted on social media after Clemson’s loss to Georgia Tech, Jahiem said it did make him feel a way.

“I definitely felt a type of way,” he said. “I pushed it away. So things like that you just can’t worry about.”

Even so, there’s nothing but respect between the two.

“He was just a great player here, so I feel like whatever he has to say, he can say it,” Jahiem said.

Shaq Lawson set the tone. Now, it’s Jahiem’s turn to uphold the name.

It’s his time to prove that a Clemson man, especially a Lawson, needs no introduction.