For the second year in a row, a Clemson position group on defense was pegged as the nation’s best by this national outlet. Pro Football Focus ranked the top 10 linebacker units ahead of the upcoming college football season, and the Tigers’ linebacker corps checked in at No. 1 on PFF’s list once again. Here’s […]
Despite not seeing the playing field for nearly a month after its ACC Championship win over North Carolina on Dec. 3, Clemson’s defense is more than ready to hit the ground running ahead of Friday night’s Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium. Linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. spoke with the media on Wednesday ahead of the […]
With linebacker Trenton Simpson not playing in Friday’s Orange Bowl due to a nagging ankle injury, there is a big opportunity for other guys on the Clemson roster to step up to fill what is a key role within the Tigers’ defense — one of those guys being freshman Wade Woodaz. Woodaz has been impressive […]
Though Clemson’s defense has faced some attrition leading up to the Orange Bowl on Dec. 30, versatility within Wes Goodwin’s linebacker room continues to be a bright spot for the Tigers. With veteran starting linebacker Trenton Simpson officially declaring for the 2023 NFL Draft this past week after reinjuring his ankle in Clemson’s ACC Championship […]
Oh, what a difference a year can make. Just one year ago, then-freshman Jeremiah Trotter Jr. saw limited on-field action, flying under the radar for Clemson in his rookie campaign. Fast forward a year later and the second-year linebacker has been a significant difference maker for Wes Goodwin’s defense this season. Though Trotter’s breakout season […]
Saturday’s ACC Championship Game was a big night for Clemson. Coming off a disappointing rivalry loss to South Carolina, the first of its kind since 2013, as well as missing out on the ACC title game last season, the Tigers had a lot to prove. First-year defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin’s defense came away with arguably […]
Linebacker Trenton Simpson was back in action last week following missing the Louisville game due to an ankle injury. The junior was back in the Sam position this week, which he hasn’t played in since his sophomore season. Simpson had been playing the Will position this season prior to the Miami game, but after seeing […]
Linebacker Barrett Carter is taking full advantage of every opportunity thrown his way. The ACC linebacker of the week had a breakout performance in Clemson’s latest win over Louisville last weekend, recording an impressive eight tackles (3.5 for loss), two sacks, an interception and a pass breakup at a time when the Tigers’ linebacker room […]
Clemson defender Ruke Orhorhoro is doing all he can to help his team produce defensive success, even if it’s at the expense of his own stats. In the Tigers’ latest ACC win over Louisville, Wes Goodwin’s defense saw much-needed success after what was a disappointingly lackluster performance the week prior at Notre Dame. With a […]
Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. has become a more vocal leader this season playing at Mike linebacker. Saturday, the sophomore played one of his best games as a Tiger when he led the team with 12 total tackles, seven solo tackles and 0.5 tackles for loss. The linebacker spoke to the media on Monday and […]