Analysts suggest Dabo Swinney emulate Kirby Smart's approach

Amid ongoing discussions about Clemson's performance, analyst Andy Staples advises head coach Dabo Swinney to focus on current improvement instead of past successes. At ACC Kickoff, Swinney reflected on his career accomplishments rather than the team’s recent struggles, following a disappointing 7-6 season in 2025. Staples highlighted Kirby Smart's method of prioritizing present performance while recognizing Swinney's legacy. Ari Wasserman also echoed Staples, emphasizing the need for Swinney to balance his past achievements with current expectations to maintain support from the fanbase.

• 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — National analyst urges Dabo Swinney to follow Kirby Smart’s example