Swann, Lawton
Lawton Swann
Owner & Radio Show Host
Lawton Swann, a 2002 Clemson graduate, has more than 18 years 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.
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Garrett Riley’s Playbook Unleashes Clemson’s Most Explosive Start in Years
Clemson Football ⋅ 8 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Following a sluggish start against No. 1 Georgia in a 34-3 loss, the Clemson offense has been on a torrid pace entering this weekend's matchup with ACC newcomer Stanford.
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Breakout Start: How Cade Klubnik is Revitalizing Clemson’s Offense in 2024
Clemson Football ⋅ 8 mo ago by Lawton Swann
In a 66-20 rout of Appalachian State, followed by a 59-35 thrashing of NC State, Klubnik showcased what could be a season-defining shift in his game.
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Keys to Victory: No. 19 Clemson vs. NC State
Clemson Football ⋅ 8 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Each week, we review the game’s history, three keys to success, and Swanny’s prediction.
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Clemson's Wes Goodwin Talks Defense, Eyes NC State After Early Season Split
Clemson Football ⋅ 8 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Clemson defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin met with the media on Tuesday to offer his assessment of the Tigers' defense two games into the season.
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Saturday Recap | FSU now 0-3, Gamecocks Blow Huge Lead
Clemson Football ⋅ 8 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Swanny delivers his thoughts on the weekend as it happens. Catch him LIVE on TikTok throughout the week, talking college football.
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Web of Success: T.J. Moore Continues to Grow in Clemson’s Offense
Clemson Football ⋅ 8 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Clemson's T.J. Moore, a former five-star standout at Tampa Catholic, made his first career touchdown reception during the Tigers' 66-20 win over App State last weekend.
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A Mullet and a Mission: Sammy Brown's Journey Just Beginning at Clemson
Clemson Football ⋅ 8 mo ago by Lawton Swann
The former five-star linebacker is sure to see an increased role after the Tigers lost Kobe McCloud to a season-ending knee injury last week against App State.
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‘We Never Flinched’: Klubnik on Bouncing Back from Georgia Loss
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Clemson's offense exploded on Saturday night in Death Valley for a 66-20 win over App State.
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Keys to Victory: No. 25 Clemson vs. App State
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Each week, we review the game’s history, three keys to success, and Swanny’s prediction.
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Wide Receivers Underwhelm: Clemson Searching for Answers in the Downfield Passing Game
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Clemson football, once synonymous with explosive downfield passing attacks, finds itself grappling with a puzzling dilemma: a lack of production from its wide receivers.
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Swinney Dismisses Talent Gap Narrative After Clemson's Blowout Loss to Georgia
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Under the bright lights of Mercedes-Benz Stadium, the Clemson Tigers faced a harsh reality in their season opener, suffering a lopsided 34-3 defeat to the top-ranked Georgia Bulldogs.
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A Tale of Two Halves, A Tale of Two Teams
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Clemson's loss in Atlanta doesn't have to be season-defining—or even program-defining—but after 60 minutes of football, one thing is certain: Georgia is elite, and the Tigers have plenty of work to do.
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Keys to Victory: No. 14 Clemson vs. No. 1 Georgia
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Each week, we review the game’s history, three keys to success, and Swanny’s prediction.
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Clemson’s Fight Meets Georgia’s Glory in High-Stakes Opener
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
With the eyes of the college football world on Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, the No. 14 Clemson Tigers are preparing for a prime-time showdown against the top-ranked Georgia Bulldogs.
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Trading the 'G' for the Paw: Khalil Barnes' Journey from UGA Fan to Clemson Star
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
As No. 14 Clemson closes in on its highly anticipated clash against No. 1 Georgia in Atlanta, true sophomore defensive back Khalil Barnes, who grew up just minutes from Sanford Stadium, finds himself in a unique position.
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Underdog Uprising: Can Riley and Klubnik Spark an Upset Against No. 1 Georgia?
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Garrett Riley’s Clemson offense faces its toughest test yet against Georgia’s elite defense.
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The Next Wave: Clemson’s Young Stars Woods and Parker Set to Shine in 2024
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
As Clemson's football program heads into the 2024 season, much of the buzz surrounding the defense centers on a pair of young standouts—Peter Woods and T.J. Parker.
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Clemson in the Mix for 2026 Four-Star Offensive Lineman Max Riley
Football Recruiting ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Clemson's offensive line has been a stronghold in the Tigers' recent success, and after missing out on several key 2025 targets upfront, adding a blue-chip talent to the trenches in 2026 will be paramount.
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The Learning Curve of Leadership: Cade Klubnik's Offseason Transformation
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
As Clemson prepares to open its season against No. 1 Georgia on August 31 in Atlanta, the Tigers’ offense is under the microscope.
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Out of the Shadows: Payton Page Ready to Shine in Final Season
Clemson Football ⋅ 9 mo ago by Lawton Swann
Clemson's senior defensive tackle, Payton Page, is ready to make his mark in 2024, not just with his physical presence but also with his leadership.
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