South Pointe defensive lineman Seth Tillman commits to Clemson University

South Pointe senior defensive lineman Seth Tillman is the latest subject of the Big 22 player profiles. Tillman recently committed to Clemson University, sharing the news with his family at his father’s bedside shortly before Reginald Tillman died. The athlete credited his late father for identifying his potential early and his mother for supporting his recruiting visits despite her fear of flying. Tillman, whose teammates referred to his father as Big Reg, plans to carry his family's legacy into his final high school season. His profile is part of a series covering 22 local football players ahead of the selection of five finalists for the Big 22 award. Public voting for the five finalists begins September 4.

• 10:07 PMYahoo Sports — Big 22: South Pointe’s Seth Tillman