Spring Game an Indicator Young DTs Ready to Contribute

On the surface, not having DeMonte Capehart and Stephiylan Green for the entire spring might seem like bad news for the Clemson defense. Missing those two meant more reps for some of the younger players on the interior of the defensive line, which in turn helps to create more quality depth. Two of the players […]

Klubnik, Woodaz Name Clemson’s Under-Radar Spring Standouts

Clemson rising senior quarterback Cade Klubnik and rising senior linebacker Wade Woodaz appeared on the latest episode of Clemson Football’s official podcast, 2 Right Turns. During an overview of spring ball in one segment of the episode, Klubnik and Woodaz were asked to pick an “under-the-radar” player on each side of the ball that really […]

Swinney on ‘Destructive’ True Freshman DL: ‘He’s Gonna Help Us’

With multiple Clemson defensive tackles working their way back from injuries, highly touted true freshman defensive tackle Amare Adams has seen plenty of action in spring practice. And according to head coach Dabo Swinney, Adams has taken advantage of his opportunities this spring, showing that he will be able to help the Tigers in Year […]

How Will Clemson’s Adams, Davidson Fit In This Season?

How will highly touted true freshmen Amare Adams and Gideon Davidson fit in at Clemson during the upcoming season? ESPN recently highlighted the top class of 2025 recruits at each position and how they could fit at their respective schools in 2025 (subscription required). Adams is the No. 5 defensive tackle and No. 56 overall […]

Swinney says True Freshman DL Meeting the Hype

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney met with the media Friday after the first week of spring practice. Swinney was asked how he views true freshman defensive tackle Amare Adams as a player after seeing him on the field, getting reps in with the Tigers. A five-star prospect in the 2025 recruiting class, Adams was ranked […]

‘Very Unique’ True Freshman Stands Out to Clemson’s DC

Before Clemson began spring practice last week, highly touted true freshman defensive tackle Amare Adams drew high praise — and a couple of lofty comparisons – from head coach Dabo Swinney. Adams has only been on campus for a brief time after enrolling early in January, but the former five-star recruit has already made a […]

True Freshman DT Draws Lofty Comparisons from Swinney

Adams is in the very early stages of his Clemson career after arriving in Tiger Town as a midyear enrollee in January. But it’s safe to say the true freshman defensive tackle, in his short time on campus to this point, has already made a sizeable impression on head coach Dabo Swinney. “Man, he can […]

5-Star Signee Gets Big Bump in Final 2025 Recruiting Rankings

Clemson signee Amare Adams earned a significant bump in 247Sports’ final recruiting rankings for the 2025 recruiting class. The 5-star in-state defensive tackle is ranked No. 7 overall in the outlet’s updated rankings. Adams jumped 16 spots from No. 23. Adams also now ranks as the No. 2 defensive lineman in the class, moving up […]

Clemson Signee Earns 5-Star Status

Another recruiting service has awarded Clemson signee Amare Adams 5-star status. In Rivals’ final update to its 2025 recruiting rankings, Adams now ranks No. 31 overall and No. 6 among all defensive tackle prospects. He is also ranked as the top player in the state of South Carolina. Here is what Adam Gorney, Rivals National […]

Freshmen That Can Make Immediate Impact at Clemson

Not counting the three transfers Clemson signed, the Tigers’ 2025 recruiting class featured just 15 players. It’s the smallest class Dabo Swinney has signed since his very first one, a class so small, the head coach affectionately refers to it as the “Dandy Dozen.” However, despite its small size, the Tigers still managed to rank […]