Dabo Swinney reports no NCAA response to Clemson tampering allegations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney stated Tuesday that he has received no communication from the NCAA regarding tampering allegations he filed against Ole Miss coach Pete Golding. Swinney claimed in January that Golding initiated contact with linebacker Luke Ferrelli while the player was enrolled at Clemson. Ferrelli, a former California player, had committed to Clemson in January before reentering the transfer portal and eventually committing to Ole Miss. While the NCAA indicated in January that it would investigate credible tampering claims, Swinney noted on Tuesday that the matter remains unresolved. Golding previously addressed the situation in April, describing the recruitment as a standard process that occurred after a roster opening became available at Ole Miss. Swinney emphasized that he is currently focused on Clemson's upcoming season opener against LSU rather than pursuing the past grievance.
- •Dabo Swinney alleges Pete Golding contacted Luke Ferrelli after he enrolled at Clemson.
- •Luke Ferrelli reentered the transfer portal in January before committing to Ole Miss.
- •The NCAA stated in January that it would investigate credible tampering claims.
- •Pete Golding denied impropriety, citing a roster vacancy for the player.
- •Dabo Swinney stated he has received no follow-up from the NCAA on his submitted evidence.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Clemson 's Swinney says he hasn't heard from NCAA on tampering allegations he made against Ole Miss
"Clemson coach Dabo Swinney says he still hasn't heard anything back from the NCAA regarding tampering allegations he made against Ole Miss coach Pete Golding in January surrounding linebacker Luke Ferrelli. Ferrelli, who played at California last season, initially entered the transfer portal on Jan. 2 and committed to Clemson four days later. Ferrelli enrolled, began classes and attended meetings and workouts, according to Swinney.
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