National Outlet Names Spring Overreaction for Clemson

CBS Sports went through and identified one “post-spring overreaction” for each of the 17 football programs in the ACC. “For most teams, this is the time for unbridled optimism and best-case scenarios, though not for everyone,” CBS Sports’ Austin Nivison wrote. “This is what each fan base will be buzzing about as we trudge through […]

First Spring Back Cemented Morris’ Legendary Tales

CLEMSON – For centuries, a society’s most beloved legends and fables have been crafted gradually through word of mouth. Through each recollection around a campfire or public square, a story’s plot points blur as characters become caricatures, ballooning in strength and intrigue, as bards shape a narrative. And, as one Clemson football player after another […]

True Freshman WR Has Really Impressed Morris

This particular newcomer has made quite the impression on Clemson offensive coordinator Chad Morris during spring practice. Morris named true freshman wide receiver Gordon Sellars III as one of the Tigers’ offensive standouts this spring outside of the quarterback position. “To be a freshman, he’s had a really good spring,” Morris said following Wednesday’s practice. […]

Morris Sets QBs’ Expectations for Saturday

CLEMSON – Saturday’s forecast in Clemson calls for sunny skies, warm weather, and a chance for up to five quarterbacks to showcase their skills at the annual Orange & White Spring Game at Memorial Stadium. While Clemson is several months away from opening its season against LSU in September, and has not named a starting […]

Morris Explains Why Reynolds was Running No. 2

When the media was allowed to watch the early portion of Clemson’s spring practice Monday, there was a noticeable surprise in the offensive rotation. The big news from Monday’s practice came at quarterback where true freshman Tait Reynolds was running every quarterback drill that we saw at No. 2, including the team tempo drill. As […]

If Not for Morris, Tigers May Not Have Landed Johnson

It seems as if it weren’t for new Clemson offensive coordinator Chad Morris, the Tigers might not have landed speedy running back Chris Johnson Jr. from the transfer portal this offseason. Johnson’s conversations with Morris evidently played a significant part in his decision to transfer to Clemson, as Johnson says he initially “really didn’t have […]

ESPN Analyst: Clemson Undergoing ‘Midlife Crisis’ This Spring

In an episode of his Always College Football show, ESPN analyst Greg McElroy touched on various spring questions pertaining to Clemson and weighed in on everything from the Chad Morris hire to the quarterback situation to the Tigers’ deeper dive into the transfer portal. McElroy termed Clemson’s spring outlook as the “Dabo-lution” and says Dabo […]

How Does Clemson Plan to Use Speedy Transfer RB?

Clemson made a lot of moves in the transfer portal addressing the defense this offseason, but there wasn’t much added on the offensive side of the ball. However, the Tigers’ big transfer addition on offense is an impact player – SMU transfer running back Chris Johnson Jr. Head coach Dabo Swinney wanted someone capable of […]

Morris says Freshmen QBs Have Been ‘Very Impressive’

Clemson signed a pair of quarterbacks in its 2026 recruiting class – four-star Tait Reynolds and three-star Brock Bradley. New Clemson offensive coordinator Chad Morris met with the media following Friday’s spring practice and said both true freshmen signal-callers have been impressive, on and off the field, after enrolling early in January. “We brought two […]

National Writer ‘Can’t Stop Thinking About’ Morris Hire

USA Today Sports national college football writer Blake Toppmeyer highlighted eight coordinator hires that he “can’t stop thinking about.” Among them? Clemson offensive coordinator Chad Morris. Toppmeyer called Morris the “ultimate YOLO hire” for Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney. Morris was officially hired as the Tigers’ new offensive coordinator on Jan. 5, replacing Garrett Riley, […]