Clemson's Will Heldt recognized for edge defense ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:55 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Clemson edge defender Will Heldt, a senior who transferred from Purdue, has emerged as a key player. Standing at 6-foot-6 and weighing 260 pounds, he recorded 12.5 sacks and 26.5 tackles for loss during his career. Heldt was a Third-Team All-ACC selection in 2025, and he leads the Tigers in sacks and tackles for loss since joining the program. Scouts are particularly interested in his potential development as a pass rusher heading into the 2026 season.
- •Heldt has 114 career tackles and 37 games played.
- •He finished 2025 with a pressure rate of 82.4.
- •He has shown consistent effort and technique throughout his career.
- •Heldt's ability to improve his pass-rush counters is crucial for his growth.
- •He begins the 2026 season as one of the notable edge defenders in college football.
- 6:55 PMYahoo Sports — 2027 Summer Scouting Report: Will Heldt, EDGE, Clemson
"Clemson edge defender Will Heldt combines size, experience, and production entering the 2026 season.
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