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RJ Mickens

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6′0″ / 210 lbs

Southlake, TX

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Rating: 94

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Rating: 91.9

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3 days ago by Lawton Swann

Joy in the Collision: Ronan Hanafin's Energy Elevates Clemson Safety

Of all the stories this offseason we've covered, perhaps the most under-the-radar one gave the biggest flash last Saturday in Death Valley as Ronan Hanafin popped off the screen to viewers at home.

4 mo ago by Tyreese Ingram

NFL Draft: Former Clemson Star Set for Pivotal Year with Ravens

Several former Clemson football standouts will be waiting anxiously to hear their names called Thursday night as the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off. Trenton Simpson was selected in 2023, but 2025 could prove to be a make-or-break season for the Baltimore Raven.

5 mo ago by Tyreese Ingram

Ronan Hanafin Embracing His New Role at Safety for Clemson

A year ago, Ronan Hanafin’s name was buried on the depth chart at wide receiver, but now, he’s on the other side of the ball, hoping to land a starting position in the secondary.

6 mo ago by Tyreese Ingram

Clemson Tight End Jake Briningstool, 'I Think He's the Greatest of All Time'

Clemson defensive tackle Payton Page and linebacker Barrett Carter participated in drills Thursday at the NFL Draft Combine. Tight end Jake Briningstool and safety RJ Mickens will perform at Lucas Oil Stadium on Friday. Briningstool took questions from the podium on Thursday.

10 mo ago by Tyreese Ingram

Clemson Secondary Gears Up for Veteran QB Tyler Shough and Louisville's Explosive Attack

As Clemson prepares for a pivotal home game against Louisville, graduate senior safety RJ Mickens previewed the upcoming matchup with the ACC rival.

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Clemson Sports Talk Rating

99-100: Elite national prospect (Five-star)

Considered one of the best prospects in the nation and a likely difference-maker at the collegiate level. Displays all of the physical skills to be a future All-American with potential to be an early-round NFL draft pick.

90-98: Elite state prospect (Four-star)

Considered one of the best 30-40 prospects in the state and a top 250 national prospect. Displays the physical skills to be a major early contributor at the collegiate level with high professional potential.

80-89: Quality prospect (Three-star)

Considered one of the best 100 prospects in the state and a top 500 national prospect. Displays the physical skills to develop into a contributor over the course of his college career. Has the ability to become a professional prospect over time with development.

70-79: Solid prospect (Two-star)

Considered one of the top 250 prospects in the state. Has the physical skills to be a potential contributor at a D-1 program over the course of his collegiate career with significant development. Professional potential is low.