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Clemson named Ben Ayers, Georgia's provost and former dean of the Terry College of Business, as its next president, the school's 16th, after Kevin Guskiewicz chose to remain at Michigan State. Ayers, who starts in early August, previously led UGA's largest academic unit—about 11,000 students, 400 faculty/staff, and a $95 million budget.
Clemson University selected University of Georgia provost Benjamin Ayers as its 16th president after the initially chosen Kevin Guskiewicz reversed his decision to join Clemson; Ayers, who oversees UGA’s academic enterprise, will begin Aug. 1, 2026, succeeding Jim Clements and guiding Clemson through a presidential transition that followed a high-profile search and interim leadership.
Clemson wide receiver Tristan Smith won a temporary injunction in Pickens County Court blocking the NCAA from denying his fifth year of eligibility, making him immediately eligible for the 2026–27 season after the waiver denial. Smith, who transferred from Southeast Missouri State, posted 24 catches for 239 yards and a touchdown in 2025. The judge ordered the NCAA to declare him eligible for 2026–27, citing a similar injunction in the Brendan Sorsby case and Smith’s JUCO background as part of the eligibility argument.
Clemson wide receiver Tristan Smith won a temporary injunction against the NCAA in a South Carolina court, making him eligible for the 2026-27 season after the NCAA denied his fifth-year waiver. Smith transferred from Southeast Missouri State, posted 24 receptions for 239 yards and a TD last season, and argues JUCO players deserve an extra year; the ruling blocks the NCAA from enforcing the denial and cites a similar Texas Tech case. If the injunction hadn’t been granted, Smith would have considered the NFL supplemental draft.
CBS identified three Clemson 2026 opponents—LSU, Miami, and Virginia Tech—as among the top 10 teams generating buzz in college football this offseason. The piece highlights Lane Kiffin and LSU’s high-profile rebuild and transfer class, Miami’s title-contending hopes under Mario Cristobal with new quarterback Darian Mensah, and Virginia Tech’s rapid turnaround under James Franklin aided by strong recruiting and a major donation. Clemson’s Sept. 5 matchup with LSU in Baton Rouge anchors the buzz.
MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz cites ongoing discord within the Board of Trustees as the reason for his departure, describing an unsustainable situation and past covert actions by some trustees. He will transition to become Clemson University’s 16th president, staying briefly at MSU to support a smooth handoff. The board had recently tightened its ethics code amid internal objections, while Guskiewicz reiterates a “one team” leadership ethos and pledges to promote collaboration and transparency at Clemson.
Following a national search, Clemson University named Kevin Guskiewicz—the neuroscientist and former president of Michigan State University and chancellor at UNC Chapel Hill—as Clemson’s 16th president in a unanimous Board of Trustees vote; the start date is being finalized. A MacArthur Fellow and leading concussion researcher, Guskiewicz has guided major universities and outlined a plan to advance student success, academic excellence, and Clemson’s land‑grant mission.
The Clemson Insider recounts how a crisis two days into Dabo Swinney’s Clemson tenure—marked by a near quit and a pivotal intervention by athletic director Terry Don Phillips—led to Swinney’s hiring as head coach and the start of his Clemson era, with Phillips’ backing helping reshuffle the staff and secure a future for Swinney after beating South Carolina; the piece also notes Phillips’ death at 78.
The Jets traded up in the fourth round to select Cade Klubnik with the 110th overall pick, adding the Clemson three-year starter to back up Geno Smith, Brady Cook and Bailey Zappe. The move also included acquiring the 199th pick from the Bengals while sending 128th and 140th picks to Cincinnati to complete the trade.
Falcons scouts laud Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell for his speed, energy and ‘plays bigger than he is’ mentality, noting his toughness and competitiveness despite his smaller frame. Seen as a young player still growing into his body, Terrell’s upside and early contribution potential make him a compelling Day 1 prospect for a Falcons team emphasizing athleticism and a ball-h hawking mentality.
Detroit Lions' first-round pick Blake Miller, a Clemson alum, is shown calmly taking a call from Lions GM Brad Holmes and coach Dan Campbell as his family erupts in celebration; Clemson shared the moment via video.
The Detroit Lions selected Clemson offensive lineman Blake Miller 17th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, adding a 6-7, 317-pound tackle who started 54 straight games and owns 3,778 career snaps for Clemson. Miller, who primarily played right tackle and earned First-Team All-ACC in 2025, is praised for his size, length and strength in both pass protection and run blocking, with scouts noting durability and consistency. Lions coachs and analysts expect him to compete for the starting right tackle spot as a day-one contributor alongside Larry Borom, leveraging his experience and leadership to bolster Detroit's line.
Detroit selected Clemson tackle Blake Miller with the No. 17 overall pick, adding a durable, high-snap-count lineman who started every college game. Miller is expected to compete for Detroit’s starting right tackle job with Penei Sewell and veteran Larry Borom, as the Lions bolster their O-line depth and Sewell’s position remains a topic of discussion in Detroit.
The Detroit Lions selected Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller with the 17th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, addressing a major need after releasing Taylor Decker. Miller, a four-year Clemson starter who mostly played right tackle, fits the Lions’ culture; the pick suggests Penei Sewell may move to left tackle. The team also has several additional picks to bolster their offensive line and other areas as they position for the rest of the draft.
In Pride of Detroit's community mock, the Lions take Clemson edge T.J. Parker at No. 50, a prospect whose 2024 production was strong but dipped in 2025; despite varying draft rankings, Parker’s speed-to-power profile projects as a fit opposite Hutchinson and could be a valuable value pick for Detroit's pass rush.