Dabo Swinney criticizes Clemson's first practice after classes resume
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:20 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney expressed frustration with his team's performance during practice on August 20, following the start of classes on August 19. He labeled the session as the worst of training camp due to numerous mental errors and offside penalties, particularly from players on the fringes of the roster. Swinney aimed to give these players a chance to prove themselves as the regular season approaches. He cautioned that the footage from this practice could clarify decisions regarding the final roster.
- •Dabo Swinney criticized practice as the worst of training camp.
- •Practice occurred after students returned for classes on August 19.
- •Numerous mental errors and penalties were noted during the session.
- •Swinney focused on fringe players trying to secure roster spots.
- •Footage from practice may help determine final roster decisions.
- 2:20 PMYahoo Sports — Dabo Swinney highly critical of first practice after classes start back
"Dabo Swinney was frustrated with countless mental errors from players trying to make the teams active roster.
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