Clemson's postseason hopes are on the brink, but DeMonte Capehart knows that the Tigers have what it takes to turn things around.

Clemson’s comeback bid against SMU on Saturday night fell apart in the closing minutes, as costly defensive breakdowns allowed the game to slip away.

After weeks in the booth, Clemson defensive coordinator Tom Allen came down to the sideline — and his defense followed his lead with its best performance of the year.

Khalil Barnes met with the media on Tuesday, and the message from one of the Tigers’ defensive leaders was clear: execution is at the heart of the team’s recent struggles.

Clemson’s early-season slide continued Saturday, as the Tigers fell to Georgia Tech at Bobby Dodd Stadium. With issues surfacing on defense, defensive coordinator Tom Allen addressed the concerns on Tuesday.

Misun 'Tink' Kelley has switched positions and changed his jersey number for Clemson this season.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown wasn’t focused on numbers on Wednesday. Instead, he zeroed in on the lessons he and the defense can take from the 17-10 defeat to LSU, a message that echoed the teachings of defensive coordinator Tom Allen and position coach Ben Boulware.

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.

Tom Allen’s Clemson debut couldn’t come with higher stakes. In a marquee Week 1 showdown under the lights, his defense will be tested against one of college football’s most potent offenses.

Capehart had every reason to move on. Instead, he sought—and received—a waiver to return, determined to “perfect my craft” after a year that didn’t meet his standard.

When Will Merritt walked back into Death Valley, he wasn’t just revisiting old memories. He was stepping into a living ecosystem where former players still matter.

One of Kentucky’s best defenders is eyeing a visit to Death Valley this weekend for the LSU game.

Last season, Clemson’s defense had its bright spots, but inconsistency tackling in space was one of the glaring issues that haunted the Tigers.

A year ago, Ronan Hanafin, was asked to switch to safety before Clemson’s season opener against Georgia. Fast forward twelve months, and he’s in the mix to contribute meaningful snaps when the Tigers open the season against LSU on Aug. 30.

The ones who stayed are ready to finish what they started in Tiger Town.

Clemson junior defensive back Shelton Lewis enters the 2025 season healthy and has embraced new defensive coordinator Tom Allen’s emphasis on accountability, toughness, and improved tackling.

Linebacker Depth Turns from Question Mark to Strength for Clemson, according to Swinney.

Clemson wanted an instant-impact edge who could live on a steady diet of one-on-ones and finish drives. Will Heldt showed up this summer sounding like exactly that dude.