Clemson football projected to finish fourth in 2026 ACC standings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:53 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Clemson football is anticipated to finish fourth in the Atlantic Coast Conference, according to Athlon Sports. The Tigers are positioned behind Miami, SMU, and Louisville. After a disappointing 7-6 season, analyst Steven Lassan emphasizes the importance of the upcoming season for coach Dabo Swinney, particularly with new offensive coordinator Chad Morris and several key player developments. Concerns linger regarding the offensive line and quarterback position, with expectations riding on Christopher Vizzina or Tait Reynolds as potential starters.
- •Clemson projected fourth in ACC by Athlon Sports.
- •Tigers finished 2025 season at 7-6, tied for seventh.
- •Analyst cites critical season for coach Dabo Swinney.
- •Quarterback development key for Clemson's success.
- •Concerns about replacing three offensive line starters.
- 12:53 PMYahoo Sports — Clemson doubt continues? Athlon Sports predicts Tigers’ 2026 finish
"Clemson is seemingly outside the Top 3 in every ACC rankings yet. Are the Tigers being undervalued?
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