Lawton Swann

Owner & Radio Show Host

Lawton Swann, a 2002 Clemson graduate, has more than two decades of experience covering Clemson athletics. In 2004, Swann started with a $19 headset and a dream of providing Clemson sports content to Tiger fans around the world. Launching his first podcast in the fall of 2005, the Clemson Sports Talk brand was born. CST has been sydicated around the state of South Carolina and can be heard worldwide on iHeart Radio on Fox Sports Radio 1400.

Clemson's 37-0 Win Gives Swinney Confidence, but Offensive Questions Remain Ahead of VT

Clemson Football ⋅ 17 hrs ago by Lawton Swann

Dabo Swinney called Saturday's performance Clemson's best of the season. But with Tait Reynolds throwing for just 127 yards against an overmatched FCS opponent, the Tigers still have plenty to prove before the Hokies arrive.

Keys to Victory: Clemson vs. Charleston Southern

Clemson Football ⋅ 1 day ago by Lawton Swann

Each week, we review the game's history, three keys to success, and Swanny's prediction.

Clemson Returns to Original Offensive Line Plan as Swinney Looks for Consistency Up Front

Clemson Football ⋅ 4 days ago by Lawton Swann

With Easton Ware moving to right guard and Collin Sadler settling in at right tackle, the Tigers hope a reshuffled offensive front can help spark their offense over the final seven games.

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Former Clemson TE reveals what it takes to thrive in Chad Morris’ offense

Clemson Football ⋅ 9 days ago by Lawton Swann

Brandon Ford played in Morris’ system during his first stint at Clemson. He says opportunities for the Tigers’ tight ends start with physicality, blocking and accountability.

Bryant Wesco sees a ‘game changer’ emerging in Tait Reynolds

Clemson Football ⋅ 12 days ago by Lawton Swann

Despite Clemson’s 41-13 loss to No. 4 Miami, Reynolds delivered a career-best passing performance while Bryant Wesco Jr. and the Tigers’ receiving corps showed signs of a growing connection.

No. 4 Miami Pulls Away From Clemson for 41-13 Win in Death Valley

Clemson Football ⋅ 14 days ago by Lawton Swann

Clemson stayed within striking distance of No. 4 Miami into the second half, but the Hurricanes took control at the line of scrimmage and pulled away for a 41-13 win in Death Valley.

Keys to Victory: Clemson vs. No. 4 Miami

Clemson Football ⋅ 15 days ago by Lawton Swann

Each week, we review the game's history, three keys to success, and Swanny's prediction.

Tait Reynolds feeling ‘no pressure at all’ ahead of showdown with No. 4 Miami

Clemson Football ⋅ 17 days ago by Lawton Swann

Clemson’s young quarterback is leaning on preparation, perspective and the players around him as he prepares for his biggest stage yet.

Clemson's Surging Secondary Faces a Much Bigger Test in Miami's Darian Mensah

Clemson Football ⋅ 19 days ago by Lawton Swann

Clemson frustrated one of the ACC's most productive passing attacks at Cal. Now Darian Mensah brings an 88.7 percent completion rate and 14 touchdown passes to Death Valley.

Clemson challenged Cal’s passing game. The Tigers won that challenge.

Clemson Football ⋅ 21 days ago by Lawton Swann

The Golden Bears entered Friday averaging more than 320 passing yards per game. Clemson held them to 145 and kept Cal’s offense out of the end zone.

Keys to Victory: Clemson at Cal

Clemson Football ⋅ 23 days ago by Lawton Swann

Each week, we review the game's history, three keys to success, and Swanny's prediction.

Swinney saw Cal QB Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele coming: ‘This kid’s going to be a problem'

Clemson Football ⋅ 25 days ago by Lawton Swann

Clemson’s coach first noticed JKS on film last season. Now, Swinney says the Cal sophomore has “elite arm talent” and calls him a “100% NFL quarterback.”

Tait Reynolds joins exclusive Clemson company with win in first career start

Clemson Football ⋅ 27 days ago by Lawton Swann

The true freshman overcame early mistakes and a fourth-quarter deficit to join Deshaun Watson, Trevor Lawrence, and DJ Uiagalelei as Clemson true freshmen to win their starting debuts.

Clemson storms back to stun North Carolina after lengthy lightning delay

Clemson Football ⋅ 29 days ago by Lawton Swann

The Tigers erased a 17-3 deficit, survived a roughly two-and-a-half-hour weather delay and leaned on late plays from Gideon Davidson and their defense to complete a dramatic comeback.

Keys to Victory: Clemson vs. North Carolina

Clemson Football ⋅ 29 days ago by Lawton Swann

Each week, we review the game's history, three keys to success, and Swanny's prediction.

Dabo Swinney Makes Clemson QB Change Clear: ‘Tait Has Passed Him, and He’s Won the Job’

Clemson Football ⋅ 1 mo ago by Lawton Swann

Swinney said Tuesday that freshman Tait Reynolds has moved ahead of Christopher Vizzina based on his performance in Clemson’s first two games and will get most of the first-team reps entering Saturday’s ACC opener against North Carolina.

Clemson’s Late-Night Start to 2026 Has a Bizarre Historical Comparison

Clemson Football ⋅ 1 mo ago by Lawton Swann

Before this season, Clemson’s two most recent games to start at 9:30 p.m. or later in its home time zone were played in Tokyo. The Tigers have now done it in back-to-back weeks.

Tait Reynolds Earns Starting Nod Against North Carolina as Clemson QB Competition Shifts

Clemson Football ⋅ 1 mo ago by Lawton Swann

Dabo Swinney says Reynolds earned the opportunity based on Clemson’s first two games, while pushing back on reports that Christopher Vizzina’s arm injury would keep him out against the Tar Heels.

Clemson beats Georgia Southern 22-7: Vizzina injury, offensive woes loom over victory

Clemson Football ⋅ 1 mo ago by Lawton Swann

Freshman Tait Reynolds was pressed into extended action after Christopher Vizzina left with an injury, while Nolan Hauser kicked five field goals and Clemson’s defense stifled Georgia Southern in a 22-7 win.

Keys to Victory: Clemson vs. Georgia Southern

Clemson Football ⋅ 1 mo ago by Lawton Swann

Each week, we review the game's history, three keys to success, and Swanny's prediction.