Clemson Tigers evaluate roster changes for 2026 season under Dabo Swinney
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney seeks improvement for the 2026 season after a 7-6 finish in 2025. The team is currently ranked 19th in freshman recruiting and 91st in transfer acquisitions, raising concerns about talent acquisition. With new offensive coordinator Chad Morris rejoining the staff, Clemson is expected to emphasize on-field development. Swinney faces pressure to elevate team performance, particularly in quarterback play, having not reached previous heights since Trevor Lawrence's departure. The upcoming schedule includes matchups against LSU and ACC rivals, with a focus on bolstering the defense through nine new transfers.
- •Clemson finished 7-6 in 2025, marking a crossroads season for the program.
- •Dabo Swinney has not had a losing season since 2010.
- •The Tigers' strength of schedule ranks 31st in FBS.
- •Clemson adds nine transfers to strengthen the defense.
- •Quarterback competition includes Christopher Vizzina and freshman Tait Reynolds.
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"Dabo Swinney needs his Clemson Tigers to bounce back ASAP in order to keep his job for ‘27.
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