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Examining Clemson’s Transfer Dynamics

By Eric Boggs from The OHIO Podcast

Clemson, along with Army, Navy, and Air Force, didn’t secure any transfers in the 2024 cycle. Unlike the service academies, Clemson has the option to accept transfers.

Coach Dabo Swinney tried to recruit an offensive lineman during the winter, but none of the four pursued chose Clemson. In the winter cycle, Clemson lost 10 players, including starting wide receiver Beaux Collins and defensive back Andrew Mukuba, and two underclassmen in the spring.

During an appearance on ACC PM on the ACC Network, Swinney explained Clemson’s situation. He mentioned that they considered some players but emphasized the importance of mutual interest. Swinney also highlighted that every player is technically a transfer, as they recently signed a group of high school recruits. Despite some losses, most players remained with the team.

Clemson’s incoming freshman class ranks 11th nationally and includes highly rated recruits. The team relies on freshmen to make an impact, as seen in previous seasons.

Swinney mentioned Clemson’s high graduation success rate, which is the best in college football over the last 20 years. However, despite their success, Clemson didn’t achieve double-digit wins for the first time since 2010 and missed the College Football Playoff for three consecutive years.

The College Huddle’s Clemson Representative is Brian from Clemson Football Live. Brian answered this very interesting aspect of Clemson from an offensive verse defensive perspective which shines some more light on this situation for Swinney and the Clemson Tigers.

One area of concern is the offensive line, particularly the center position, which remains unsettled. The offensive line struggled during the spring game, allowing numerous sacks and limited rushing yards. To protect the quarterbacks, Swinney enforced non-contact rules during the game.

Clemson’s 2024 season begins on August 31 against Georgia at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.