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Swanny examines Clemson's quarterback battle and asks whether Tate Reynolds should start at LSU if he narrowly outplays Christopher Vizzina in fall camp. William Qualk weighs in on why experience could still give Vizzina the edge in Death Valley and shares what he learned traveling through Italy with Clemson basketball.
Plus, Lane Kiffin provides an update on LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt, Swanny predicts Florida and BYU's 2026 seasons, and listeners reveal their biggest villains and arch-nemeses in college football.
Clemson is back on the practice field, and the questions surrounding the Tigers are beginning to get answers. Tim Bourret looks back on 49 Clemson fall camps, including the freshman who immediately made him take notice: Sammy Watkins.
Jason Priester joins the show with his first impressions of Clemson's quarterback competition, including why Tait Reynolds already looks the part, plus the battles taking shape in the secondary and the potential emergence of Jaheim Lawson.
Swanny also breaks down Cal and defending national champion Indiana in his 2026 season predictions and catches up with Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl CEO David Epps. Plus, Elliott Washington explains what Clemson wants to accomplish when the Tigers take the field against LSU: “prove who we are.”
Swanny catches up with Jamie Bradford to discuss the instability surrounding college athletics, the transfer portal and why fans feel increasingly disconnected from the sport. They also examine South Carolina's chances of bouncing back in 2026 and the difficulty of surviving an SEC schedule.
Plus, Swanny continues his season predictions with Auburn and Arizona State, breaks down Dabo Swinney's comments as Clemson opens fall camp and explains why the expanded College Football Playoff has delivered one thing fans once could only dream about — marquee postseason games on campus.
Swanny welcomes Lowell the Producer back to the program to discuss how expectations have changed around Clemson football and whether Chad Morris can help restore confidence in the Tigers' offense.
Plus, they break down Clemson's daunting opener at LSU, the ACC race and South Carolina's challenging road ahead. Swanny also continues his 2026 predictions with Boston College and Illinois and examines ESPN's playoff outlook for Clemson and the Gamecocks.
Swanny explains why all the lawsuits, eligibility debates and governance issues surrounding college football disappear once the games begin.
Plus, the 2026 season prediction series kicks off with Arkansas and Arizona, Tony Petitti weighs in on the Big Ten's future and potential CFP changes, and Swanny looks at why Chad Morris isn't trying to recreate Clemson's past—he's building its future.
Swanny breaks down the growing uncertainty surrounding college athletics after a federal judge's sweeping eligibility ruling, asking who's really making the rules anymore.
Plus, former Clemson star DeAndre Hopkins begins his coaching career at Georgia Tech, ACC Network analyst Max Browne joins the show to discuss Christopher Vizzina, Chad Morris, and the conference race, and Swanny previews the start of Clemson's 2026 fall camp.
Swanny questions the NCAA's confusing transfer portal rules and Tennessee linebacker Aaron Carter's suspension before sitting down with College Football Playoff Executive Director Rich Clark to discuss expansion, transparency, and the future of the postseason.
Plus, Tim Bourret joins the show to recap Clemson basketball's trip to Italy, preview the Tigers' season, and reflect on the lasting legacy of former athletic director Terry Don Phillips.
Swanny reacts to Clemson being picked fourth in the ACC preseason poll and explains why expectations in July won't determine what happens on the field this fall.
Plus, Will Vandervort discusses Dabo Swinney's confidence in his revamped coaching staff and Chad Morris' return, Jamie Bradford weighs in on the changing landscape of college football, and Louisville's Cleve Lubin shares an inspiring journey from junior college to one of the ACC's top contenders.
Swanny explains why Clemson may be much closer to returning to national championship contention than many believe, despite entering the season with lower expectations than in recent years.
Plus, Chad Morris discusses Christopher Vizzina, the offensive line, and preparing for LSU, Tim Bourret shares his outlook on the Tigers' 2026 campaign; Faxon Childress weighs in on Clemson's quarterback battle and ACC race, and Swanny reacts to the Big Ten's recent dominance over the SEC and what it means for the changing landscape of college football.
Swanny reacts to Pete Golding's controversial comments on tampering and explains why the lack of accountability in college football continues to reward programs willing to bend the rules.
Plus, David Glenn joins the show to break down the ACC race, Chad Morris discusses Clemson's quarterback competition and offensive philosophy, and Swanny shares why Christopher Vizzina appears to have the inside track entering fall camp.
Swanny explains why the current college sports model has reached a breaking point and lays out his vision for a brand-new national college football league with shared revenue, salary caps, contracts, and independent governance.
Plus, Will Vandervort joins the show from ACC Kickoff to discuss Dabo Swinney's revamped coaching staff, Chad Morris' return to Clemson, and why the Tigers could be poised for a bounce-back season in 2026.
Swanny breaks down the SEC's effort to reshape the College Football Playoff conversation, explains why comparing 9–3 teams to 11–1 teams isn't as simple as some claim, and sounds off on Pete Golding's controversial comments about tampering.
Plus, exclusive ACC Kickoff interviews with Clemson's Will Heldt and Olsen Patt-Henry, Tim Bourret joins the show to discuss the Tigers' 2026 outlook, and Tom Allen shares how Clemson's defense plans to take a major step forward in Year 2.
Swanny breaks down Ben Boulware's challenge for Clemson's defense to find its next vocal leader, reacts to SEC Media Days, and catches up with Jamie Bradford to discuss conference expansion, Shane Beamer, and the future of college football.
Swanny reacts to Greg Sankey's comments from SEC Media Days on College Football Playoff expansion, NCAA governance, and the future of college athletics before welcoming William Qualkinbush to discuss the biggest takeaways from ACC Kickoff.
Plus, Tim Bourret shares his thoughts on Clemson's outlook for 2026, and C.J. Spiller breaks down the Tigers' revamped running back room and the impact of transfer Chris Johnson
Swanny broadcasts from the ACC Kickoff in Charlotte with interviews featuring Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl CEO David Epps, Syracuse standout Demetres Samuel Jr., Clemson's Olsen Patt-Henry and Will Heldt, Louisville defensive lineman Clev Lubin, and Jason Priester. Plus, discussions on Chad Morris' impact on Clemson's offense, Christopher Vizzina's opportunity at quarterback, the Tigers' season opener at LSU, and why the ACC needs more programs to rise alongside Clemson and Miami.
Swanny recaps Day 1 of the 2026 ACC Kickoff, breaks down Commissioner Jim Phillips' comments on the College Football Playoff, the ACC's new championship tiebreaker, and conference expansion, then brings you extensive preseason insight from Dabo Swinney on Clemson's roster, coaching staff, quarterback competition, and preparations for the Tigers' season opener against LSU.
Swanny previews the ACC Kickoff, discusses Dabo Swinney and Clemson entering a new era of expectations, examines how the transfer portal has reshaped college football with William Qualkinbush, recaps the MLB Draft's impact on Clemson baseball, and looks ahead to the World Cup semifinals.
Swanny reacts to Kevin Guskiewicz's decision to remain at Michigan State, previews the start of the talking season with Big 12 Media Days, discusses the latest fallout from the Brendan Sorsby gambling case, breaks down the Monster Energy partnership with the Big 12, and catches up with Jamie Bradford to preview the ACC race heading into ACC Kickoff.
Swanny reacts to the United States' crushing World Cup exit against Belgium, breaks down what the loss says about the future of U.S. soccer with former Clemson standout Mark Pizant, discusses Clemson's presidential search after Kevin Guskiewicz's decision to stay at Michigan State, catches up with Florida State insider Jeff Cameron ahead of ACC Kickoff, and examines why Auburn may be the most frustrated fan base in college football.
Swanny recaps the latest FIFA World Cup action, explains why Clemson's season opener at LSU could define the Tigers' 2026 campaign, breaks down the quarterback battle between Christopher Vizzina and Tate Reynolds, discusses South Carolina's recruiting surge, and shares why Dabo Swinney's gesture toward Steven Garcia is bigger than football.
Swanny reacts to South Carolina's offseason video and Clemson's response, discusses the latest developments in the Brendan Sorsby saga and the NFL's decision, catches up with Tim Bure, breaks down the ACC's latest revenue distributions, and previews the upcoming ACC Kickoff.
Swanny reacts to Clemson's surprisingly low rating in EA Sports College Football 2027, explains why fans deserve classic teams from the video game series' lost decade, discusses the latest developments in the Brendan Sorsby saga, catches up with Jamie Bradford, and looks ahead to the 2026 college football season.
Swanny recaps Oklahoma's improbable run to the College World Series title, examines the SEC's continued dominance in baseball, discusses what defines the modern era in college football, breaks down Giannis Antetokounmpo's blockbuster move to Miami, and looks ahead as the countdown to Clemson's opener against LSU continues.
Swanny previews the decisive Game 3 of the College World Series between North Carolina and Oklahoma, examines what a national title would mean for each program's legacy, debates where the modern era of college football truly begins, and catches up with William Qualkinbush to discuss college sports, Dusty May's move to the NBA, and the changing landscape of athletics.
Swanny recaps College World Series action, discusses Troy coach Skylar Meade's comments on culture and the transfer portal, reacts to the final resolution of the Brendan Sorsby gambling saga at Texas Tech, and catches up with Jamie Bradford about South Carolina baseball and Kevin Schnall's first week in Columbia.
Swanny reacts to Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby stepping away from college football following the gambling controversy, discusses what the case means for the future integrity of college sports, and catches up with William Qualkenbush. Plus, World Cup action, Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for the cycle, and the Carolina Hurricanes' championship celebration.
Swanny reacts to the Knicks' first NBA title since 1973, the Hurricanes bringing the Stanley Cup back to Raleigh, and the latest action from the College World Series and FIFA World Cup. Plus, why the Brendan Sorsby gambling controversy could become one of the most important stories in college athletics.
The Spurs suffer a historic NBA Finals collapse, the Hurricanes move within one win of a championship, and Clemson football's biggest question marks take center stage as Will Vandervort joins the show to break down the Tigers' outlook for 2026.
The Brendan Sorsby controversy continues to dominate college football, with major questions about the NCAA's authority and the integrity of the game. Faxon Childress joins the show to talk Clemson football, basketball, and the Tigers' outlook for 2026.
Swanny reacts to the growing fallout from the Brendan Sorsby eligibility ruling and what it means for the future of college sports.
Plus, Faxon Childress joins the show to discuss Clemson football, Christopher Vizzina, Chad Morris' impact, Brad Brownell's latest portal success, and whether the Tigers can bounce back in 2026. Also, Peter Woods signs his rookie deal with the Chiefs.
Swanny dives into the shocking court ruling that could allow Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby to play despite gambling violations, raising major questions about the NCAA's ability to enforce its own rules.
Plus, Clemson's Tristan Smith awaits an eligibility decision, the College World Series field is set, the Knicks look to take control of the NBA Finals, and the Hurricanes continue their wild Stanley Cup Final battle with Vegas.
The Hurricanes storm back in the Stanley Cup Final, the Knicks look to take command of the NBA Finals, and Jason Priester joins the show with the latest from Clemson's summer camps. Plus, recruiting, college baseball, EA Sports College Football, and the South Carolina coaching search.
Swanny recaps the Knicks' Game 1 win over the Spurs and discusses whether this could finally be the moment that changes the narrative around Karl-Anthony Towns.
Plus, a fan earns a lifetime NBA ban after taking a selfie with Victor Wembanyama, Clemson's recruiting momentum continues during Dabo Swinney's camp season, Tim Bourret joins the show to discuss Clemson history and recruiting camps.
Swanny reacts to Nick Saban's testimony before Congress on the future of college athletics, including his comments on NIL, the transfer portal, tampering, and Clemson's Luke Ferrelli situation.
Plus, Clemson's recruiting hot streak continues with another commitment, the Hurricanes fall in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, a look at the NBA Finals, and Jamie Bradford joins the show to discuss South Carolina's baseball coaching search and the College Baseball postseason.
Clemson's recruiting heater continues with another wave of commitments, while Swanny discusses Dabo Swinney's standing in college football, the future of Clemson's quarterback room, the CFP schedule, and the start of the Stanley Cup Final.
Swanny recaps a chaotic opening weekend of NCAA Tournament baseball, discusses Clemson's recruiting surge and transfer portal news, and talks SEC dominance, ACC disappointment, and Victor Wembanyama's rise with William Qualkinbush.
College baseball takes center stage as Swanny discusses NCAA Regional play, proposes changes to the College World Series format, talks Clemson recruiting with Jason Priester, and gets the latest on South Carolina's coaching search from Jamie Bradford.
Swanny dives into the NCAA's investigation involving Ole Miss defensive coordinator Pete Golding and the alleged tampering of former Clemson linebacker Luke Ferrelli.
Plus, why Gideon Davidson could be the key to Clemson's 2026 success, new kickoff times for the Tigers, and legendary Clemson SID Tim Bourret reflects on the impact of former athletic director Terry Don Phillips.
Swanny opens by revisiting technical issues from the previous day's show before turning his attention to the NCAA Baseball Tournament and the uncomfortable reality that neither Clemson nor South Carolina will be participating. He reflects on Clemson’s stunning fall from a 15-1 start to one of the most disappointing seasons in program history, discusses whether injuries altered the Tigers’ trajectory, and examines why the season became such a major letdown for a fan base that passionately supports baseball.
The conversation then shifts to Clemson football recruiting as the Tigers continue a hot streak on the trail, adding commitments from Carter Blackwell and Carter Jones while Swanny explains why commitments in the NIL era must be viewed differently than ever before. He discusses the impact of money in recruiting, Dabo Swinney’s continued emphasis on culture and values, and how Clemson is attempting to navigate a rapidly changing college football landscape.
In Hour 2, Swanny is joined by Jamie Bradford to break down the NCAA Baseball Tournament field, discuss potential Omaha contenders, and evaluate the coaching situation at South Carolina following the departure of Paul Mainieri and the decision not to retain former Clemson head coach Monty Lee.
Swanny opens the show by reflecting on Memorial Day before diving into the ACC Baseball Championship, where Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets baseball capped off a dominant season with a convincing win over North Carolina Tar Heels baseball. He also discusses Clemson football’s recent recruiting surge as the Tigers add five commitments in a week, including Carter Blackwell and Carter Jones, while examining the realities of recruiting in the NIL era and why commitments today must be viewed differently than ever before.
The show then shifts to more meaningful news as Clemson defensive tackle Hevin Brown-Shuler speaks publicly for the first time about his battle with Hodgkin lymphoma. Swanny shares comments from both Brown-Shuler and Dabo Swinney, highlighting the support surrounding the young Tiger and the positive outlook for his recovery.
Later, Swanny pays tribute to former Clemson athletic director Terry Don Phillips following news of his passing. From hiring Dabo Swinney to shaping the future of Clemson athletics through landmark coaching hires and facility improvements, Swanny reflects on Phillips’ lasting legacy and the impact his belief and leadership continue to have on Clemson today. The show wraps up with a look at the NCAA Baseball Tournament field, the NBA and NHL playoffs, and what lies ahead for college baseball’s postseason.
Swanny reacts to the bitter end of Clemson baseball’s disappointing 2026 season after the Tigers fell 5-4 to Notre Dame Fighting Irish baseball in the ACC Tournament, closing the year with Clemson’s earliest postseason exit since 1986.
Swanny breaks down Eric Bakich’s emotional postgame comments, the Tigers’ collapse after a 15-1 start, and why the season became one of the most frustrating in recent memory.
Plus, Clemson football lands a pair of offensive commitments, while the ACC and SEC Tournament chaos continues with upsets and late-night finishes in Charlotte and Hoover. Hour two features a deep dive with Jamie Bradford on the state of Clemson and South Carolina baseball, the changing landscape of roster building in the NIL and transfer portal era, and the growing speculation surrounding the South Carolina Gamecocks baseball coaching search.
Swanny opens the show breaking down the wild start to the ACC Baseball Tournament after Duke Blue Devils baseball outslugged NC State Wolfpack baseball 21-12 in a four-hour marathon that pushed back Clemson’s matchup with Notre Dame Fighting Irish baseball in Charlotte.
Plus, Swanny reacts to the difficult news surrounding Clemson defensive tackle Hevin Brown-Shuler’s Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis and shares thoughts on the support pouring in from the Clemson community.
Swanny breaks down Clemson baseball’s baffling late-game collapse against Virginia Tech Hokies in Blacksburg and questions whether the Tigers have one final miracle run left in them at the ACC Tournament after sneaking in as the No. 15 seed.
Plus, Swanny reacts to Clemson softball’s season-ending loss to the Georgia Bulldogs, discusses why he still believes the softball program is Clemson’s best bet for a first national title, and talks about the World Cup buzz returning to the United States in 2026.
Swanny reacts to another brutal Clemson baseball loss as the Tigers continue to spiral toward the ACC Tournament, and questions begin to swirl about the future under Eric Bakich. Plus, Trevor Lawrence sends the internet into a frenzy with a fake haircut during the Jacksonville Jaguars’ viral schedule release video, sparking debate over whether the Clemson legend could ever actually cut his signature locks.
Swanny breaks down the growing push for a 24-team College Football Playoff and why ACC commissioner Jim Phillips believes expansion is inevitable. From concerns about meaningless regular-season games to debates over access, automatic qualifiers, and playoff structure, we dive deep into the future of college football.
Plus, legendary Clemson SID Tim Bourret joins the show to discuss playoff expansion, Clemson baseball’s struggles, LSU under the lights, and potential changes coming to college soccer.
Swanny also reacts to Georgia’s latest speeding arrest, Clemson basketball portal news, and more from around the world of college athletics.
Swanny opens the show by delivering a full-fledged funeral for Clemson baseball after the Tigers’ embarrassing 6-3 loss at USC Upstate, calling the 2025-26 season one of the most disappointing campaigns in modern Clemson history.
With the Tigers now sitting at 30-23 overall and just 9-18 in ACC play, Swanny questions everything surrounding the program — from player development and coaching decisions to the future direction of the staff under Eric Bakich.
Is this simply a bad season… or something much worse?
Swanny dives into a loaded Tuesday show highlighted by LeBron James’ uncertain future after the Lakers’ playoff exit and a broader debate about greatness, longevity, championships, and the evolution of modern athletes.
The conversation begins with LeBron’s staggering career numbers after Los Angeles is bounced by Oklahoma City, as Swanny explains why he believes James may still be the greatest basketball player he’s ever seen — even over Michael Jordan.
From playoff records and all-time scoring to health, longevity, and the future of player development, the discussion spans generations of NBA greatness.
Swanny recaps a packed Mother’s Day weekend filled with postseason heartbreak, Clemson baseball frustration, softball optimism, and reflections on two legendary sports icons. The show opens with River Bluff’s overtime playoff loss at West Ashley, including Swanny’s thoughts on the emotional end to the Gators’ season, the officiating controversy that changed the flow of the match, and the pride he felt watching Mason and his teammates battle until the end.
Plus:
* Clemson baseball drops another crucial ACC series, losing two of three to Florida State as frustration continues to build around Eric Bakich’s club
* Why Clemson’s season now likely hinges on an ACC Tournament miracle run
* Could the Tigers rest key pitchers this weekend and go “all-in” on Charlotte?
* Clemson softball earns another NCAA Tournament berth and heads to Athens Regional play after earlier run-ruling Georgia this season
* The massive George Strait concert numbers at Death Valley — including staggering concession and alcohol sales totals
* NBA and NHL playoff reactions, including Victor Wembanyama’s bizarre ejection and the Carolina Hurricanes making league history
* A tribute to Ted Turner and Bobby Cox after the passing of two Atlanta sports legends just days apart, plus the nostalgia behind “Turner Time” and the Braves becoming America’s Team
Swanny sounds off on the growing disconnect between college football decision-makers and the fans footing the bill after Florida State and Georgia cancel their highly anticipated home-and-home series in favor of a possible neutral-site matchup. Why are fans paying more than ever while losing the very games they want to see most?
Plus:* Dabo Swinney opens up about Clemson’s disappointing seven-win season, the pressure to win, and why he refuses to compromise his values in the NIL era * Clemson baseball enters a pivotal showdown against Florida State with renewed momentum after wins over Boston College and Coastal Carolina * NBA playoff reactions, James Harden criticism, and the strange Draymond Green–Charles Barkley exchange that had social media buzzing * Bowl projections are already out… and yes, one prediction has Clemson facing Alabama in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl
Clemson baseball suddenly has life again. Swanny reacts to the Tigers’ recent surge heading into a massive home series against No. 12 Florida State and explains why the return of Jarren Purify may have completely changed the energy around this team. Plus:* Why Clemson’s pitching rotation shakeup may finally be paying dividends * River Bluff soccer rolls in the playoffs and a personal story about teamwork, leadership, and an unforgettable assist * Swanny shares memories of growing up in Barnwell, blackberry patches, rope swings, and much-needed South Carolina rain * Jamie Bradford joins the show to discuss the merger of The Big Spur and Gamecock Central, South Carolina baseball, and the emotional news surrounding former Gamecock quarterback Stephen Garcia’s battle with stage four colorectal cancer * Why Garcia’s public message may save lives across Clemson and South Carolina fanbases alike * MLB standings updates, NBA and NHL playoff chatter, and why the Braves continue to separate themselves from the pack
Clemson baseball may not be dead just yet. Swanny reacts to the Tigers’ huge 8-4 road win over No. 7 Coastal Carolina and explains why this team suddenly feels like it’s standing back up off the mat heading into a massive showdown with Florida State.
Plus:* Why Clemson’s postseason hopes are still alive despite a brutal ACC record * William Qualkinbush joins the show to break down the Tigers’ pitching shuffle, Jarren Purify’s impact, and why this team has stayed competitive in nearly every game * The frustrating reality of Clemson recruiting in the NIL era as the Tigers miss on another major offensive line target * Dabo Swinney discusses Clemson’s challenge of “doing more with less” against college football’s financial giants * NBA and NHL playoff updates, including Victor Wembanyama’s unreal rise and the Lakers trying to survive Oklahoma City * Kentucky Derby fallout, Golden Tempo’s soaring value, and the modern economics of horse racing
Swanny dives into a packed Tuesday show highlighted by Clemson baseball’s uphill climb back toward postseason relevance as the Tigers head to Conway for a huge matchup with No. 7 Coastal Carolina. Can Clemson finally string together momentum after taking a series from Boston College?
Plus:* Dabo Swinney explains why Clemson has always had to “do more with less” — and why NIL has changed the equation entirely * Recruiting frustrations continue as Clemson misses on another top offensive line target * NBA playoff talk featuring Victor Wembanyama’s unreal impact and LeBron James chasing another title run * Hurricanes hockey surges, MLB ABS challenge system debates, and the future of automated balls and strikes * Sean Poppie’s aggressive portal rebuild for Clemson women’s basketball * Kentucky Derby fallout and the massive money behind Golden Tempo’s future stud value
Clemson baseball may not be dead just yet. After taking two out of three from a Top-15 Boston College squad, Swanny breaks down whether the Tigers are finally showing signs of life—or simply delaying the inevitable. With Coastal Carolina and Florida State looming, the pressure is still very real in Tigertown.
Plus:* Kentucky Derby recap as Golden Tempo storms from the back of the pack to win the 150th Run for the Roses * The growing debate over modern horse racing, Triple Crown strategy, and the legacy of Secretariat * George Strait packs Death Valley with a record crowd—but fans spend hours trying to escape Clemson afterward * NBA playoff chaos as two teams erase 3-1 deficits * Star Wars Day memories, legendary movie lines, and a tribute to iconic Yankees broadcaster John Sterling
The push to expand the NCAA Tournament is gaining momentum—but is more really better? Swanny dives into the growing debate around a 76-team field, why the move feels financially driven, and how it could reshape coaching job security across college basketball.
Plus, Clemson’s NFL Draft success raises serious questions after nine Tigers were selected—so why didn’t that talent translate on the field? Is it coaching, culture, or just the new era of college athletics?
Clemson baseball is staring down a reality few saw coming—and it’s not pretty. With the Tigers sitting near the bottom of the ACC standings and running out of opportunities, Swanny breaks down just how historically bad this season could become if things don’t turn around fast.
From comparing this year’s struggles to decades of Clemson baseball history to questioning how a preseason top team unraveled so quickly, the frustration is real. Is this just a rough stretch… or something deeper?
The NCAA Tournament may be getting bigger—and Swanny is not buying it. With reports pointing toward a 76-team field as soon as next season, the debate heats up over whether expansion is good for the game… or just another money grab.
Swanny breaks down why the magic of March could be at risk, from watered-down regular seasons to the growing number of play-in games that fans don’t actually watch. Is the sport sacrificing what made it special just to squeeze in more power conference teams?
* Why 64 teams might have been the perfect number all along
* The ripple effects on coaching expectations and job security
* Fan reaction pouring in—and it’s overwhelmingly against expansion
It’s a passionate, no-nonsense take on one of the biggest changes looming in college sports—and why “more” doesn’t always mean better.
The NFL Draft is in the books, and Clemson’s talent is undeniable—nine Tigers selected. But instead of celebrating, Swanny dives into the bigger question: how did a team with that level of NFL-caliber talent fall so short on the field?
From Cade Klubnik’s landing spot with the Jets to the surprising evaluations across the board, the draft becomes a mirror reflecting Clemson’s biggest issue from last season—execution. Was it coaching? Development? Or something deeper in the program’s identity since the post-Trevor Lawrence era?
Swanny also explores how NIL has changed the feel of the NFL Draft, why fewer quarterbacks are entering early, and how the modern college landscape is reshaping player decisions. Plus:* Why Clemson’s offensive struggles may have been the true culprit last season * Early outlook on future QB classes and draft implications * A look at eligibility battles, including Tristan Smith’s case
It’s a candid, big-picture breakdown of where Clemson stands—and why the gap between talent and results is the real story.
Clemson sends shockwaves through the NFL Draft with nine Tigers selected, including several earlier than expected—but instead of celebration, Swanny asks the uncomfortable question: how did a team with that much talent end up so average on the field?
He breaks down where each Clemson player landed, why names like T.J. Parker and Cade Klubnik went earlier than expected, and what it says about NFL evaluations versus on-field results.
Meanwhile, Clemson baseball hits rock bottom—literally. After getting swept and committing costly errors, the Tigers now sit last in the ACC, and Swanny doesn’t hold back on what that means for the program and head coach Erik Bakich.
Plus, a look at the improbable rise of No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza, and why the NFL Draft just doesn’t feel the same in the NIL era.
It’s NFL Draft Day, and Swanny kicks things off with a reality check on just how much of it fans really need to watch. From the excitement of the first round to the obsession with late-round picks, he breaks down where the hype is justified—and where it might be overkill.
Swanny dives into the evolution of the draft format, including shorter pick times and the impact of prime-time coverage, while also questioning the long-term value of late-round selections—even in a world that produced legends like Tom Brady.
Plus, a look at potential No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza and the risk-reward nature of drafting quarterbacks at the top of the board.
And of course, plenty of Clemson flavor: draft expectations for the Tigers, storylines to watch, and what success really looks like for programs sending players to the next level.
It’s part celebration, part skepticism, and all Swanny—breaking down the NFL Draft from every angle.
Swanny opens the show with a look at longevity in sports, highlighting the unreal career of LeBron James and what it means to still dominate at 40+ years old. From elite production to unmatched durability, the conversation dives into where LeBron stands among the all-time greats.
Plus, a quick nod to rising superstar Victor Wembanyama and the evolution of the modern big man in today’s game.
Then, it’s back to Clemson as Swanny previews a loaded Hour 2 with Jamie Bradford, including a look “over the fence” at South Carolina athletics, NFL Draft outlooks, and the current state of Gamecock baseball.
And finally, Clemson baseball stays front and center with a growing debate: is it time to shake up the weekend pitching rotation? With postseason hopes tightening, every decision matters.
Swanny pulls back the curtain on sports broadcasting with a special conversation featuring William Qualkinbush, diving into the real differences between calling games on radio versus television—and what fans don’t see behind the scenes.
From managing stats and pacing to working with producers and analysts, it’s a rare look at how the “sausage gets made” during live game coverage.
Plus, Clemson basketball continues to make moves in the transfer portal, adding international talent and veteran depth as Brad Brownell builds toward another run—while fans show a surprising level of confidence despite a frustrating finish last season.
And of course, Clemson baseball remains in focus with questions about pitching consistency, lineup decisions, and what it’ll take to turn things around down the stretch.
Clemson baseball shows flashes—but once again comes up short, dropping another crucial ACC series and slipping deeper into postseason trouble.
Swanny breaks down the Tigers’ weekend, including a dominant outing from Michael Sharman, continued struggles from Aidan Knaak, and why it might be time to shake up the pitching rotation in a big way.
With the margin for error gone, is Clemson officially in desperation mode—or is there still a smart path forward?
Plus, thoughts on the lack of postgame insight from the road, where the Tigers stand in the ACC race, and why this season feels more frustrating than most despite recent success under Erik Bakich.
It’s a candid look at a team running out of time—and searching for answers.
Clemson strikes first—but can’t finish—falling 6–4 on the road at Virginia in another frustrating ACC loss.
Swanny breaks down the key moments, including a pivotal sixth inning where control slipped away and coaching decisions came into question. With postseason hopes now hanging by a thread, just how close are the Tigers to must-win territory?
Plus, reaction to the controversial infield fly ruling that sparked chaos, a look at where this season ranks among recent disappointments, and why expectations may be shaping the narrative more than reality.
Add in a standout performance from Brie Clark on the national stage and a broader conversation about Clemson athletics right now—and you’ve got a packed show full of tough questions and honest answers.
Dabo Swinney makes a bold claim—predicting up to nine Clemson players could be selected in the upcoming NFL Draft—but is that confidence justified or just a little too much sunshine?
Swanny breaks down the potential draft prospects, compares this group to past Clemson teams, and questions whether the numbers really add up. If the Tigers truly have that level of talent, what went wrong with last season’s results?
Plus, reaction to Swinney’s national media appearance, thoughts on the evolving NIL landscape, and what it all means for Clemson’s future in a rapidly changing college football world.
Big expectations, tough realities, and a fanbase trying to figure out where things stand—this episode dives into all of it.
Clemson grabs a much-needed midweek win over the Charlotte 49ers baseball, but questions still loom as the Tigers head into a tough ACC road series against the Virginia Cavaliers baseball. A fast start at the plate helped secure the victory, but bullpen inconsistencies and late-game pressure moments continue to be a concern.
Swanny breaks down the win, highlights key performances, and examines whether Clemson has enough left in the tank to make a push in conference play—or if the uphill climb is getting steeper.
Plus, a look at the bigger picture in college baseball, where both Clemson and South Carolina are fighting to stay relevant in their respective leagues. Is there still a path to postseason play, or will it take something dramatic down the stretch?
It’s all about survival, momentum, and proving you belong as the season hits a critical stretch.
Swanny opens with a heartfelt reflection on family, community, and the deep-rooted rivalries that define sports in South Carolina—reminding listeners that Clemson vs. Carolina isn’t just a game, it’s woven into everyday life.
From there, the conversation turns to the ever-accelerating sports calendar and the anticipation building toward another college football season. With spring ball wrapping up and summer approaching, the countdown is already on—and so are the big questions.
Can surprise programs like the Indiana Hoosiers football replicate their magical run, or was it a one-off fueled by a special quarterback? And what does the shifting power structure—highlighted by recent dominance from the Big Ten Conference—mean for the future of the sport?
Swanny also dives into the evolving landscape of college athletics, where money, momentum, and the “it factor” at quarterback can change everything overnight.
Swanny opens the week with a full Masters rewind, as Rory McIlroy makes history at The Masters Tournament—going back-to-back and cementing his place among the game’s greats.
From Augusta’s drama to Clemson’s reality, the conversation shifts quickly. The Tigers’ baseball team showed flashes of promise with a big Friday win but couldn’t close the door, dropping the series against a top-five North Carolina squad. Swanny breaks down what went wrong, the bullpen struggles, and why the margin for error is disappearing fast.
Plus, insight on Clemson basketball’s latest transfer addition and what it means for Brad Brownell’s roster moving forward in an ever-changing portal era.
From green jackets to growing pressure in Tiger Town—this episode connects the highs of championship moments with the challenges of sustaining success.
Swanny rolls into a Masters Friday with more insight from The Masters Tournament, revisiting his conversation with Tim Bourret and breaking down what makes Augusta National one of the most unique environments in sports—from old-school scoreboards to unmatched attention to detail.
Then, the focus shifts to Clemson recruiting and the evolving landscape of college football. With a recent decommitment and a major in-state target leaving the Tigers off his list, Swanny dives into what it means for Dabo Swinney, C.J. Spiller, and the program’s approach in a new era shaped by NIL and the transfer portal.
Plus, a look at Clemson baseball’s uphill battle in ACC play, why expectations still run high, and how quickly momentum can shift in today’s college sports world.
From Augusta’s timeless tradition to the chaos of modern recruiting—this one covers it all.
Swanny opens with the beauty and tradition of The Masters Tournament, breaking down leaderboard movement, iconic moments, and why Augusta still stands alone in the sports world—even in a modern era of nonstop coverage.
But the conversation quickly shifts from golf’s timeless prestige to the ever-changing chaos of college athletics. From Clemson’s latest quick-hit decommitment to broader frustrations with recruiting, NIL, and the transfer portal, Swanny tackles what commitment really means in today’s game—and whether it means anything at all anymore.
Plus, thoughts on coaching integrity, roster turnover, and why fans may need to rethink how they react to commitments in this new landscape.
Tradition is thriving in Augusta… but is it disappearing everywhere else?
From flipping TV knobs to flipping between apps, Swanny dives into how the way we watch sports has completely transformed—and not always for the better.
This episode starts with a nostalgic look at simpler times before shifting into today’s fragmented viewing experience, where games end with that all-too-familiar “event has ended” screen and fans are left staring in silence.
Plus, a deeper discussion on the ever-changing landscape of college sports, including NCAA Tournament expansion, transfer portal madness, and whether the people in charge are actually hurting the product they’re supposed to protect.
More access than ever… but are we losing something along the way?
Michigan is your national champion, and Swanny breaks down how the Wolverines used the transfer portal to build a title team in just two seasons under Dusty May.
From dominant tournament runs to a defensive clinic in the title game, this episode dives into what made Michigan the best team in the country—and what their success says about the future of college basketball roster building.
Plus, a look at Clemson basketball’s path forward as the portal opens, why “way-too-early” rankings are more meaningless than ever, and how quickly programs can rise—or fall—in this new era.
The portal isn’t just part of the game anymore… it is the game.
It’s National Championship Monday, and Swanny sets the stage for the men’s title game while breaking down the fallout from a lopsided women’s championship and the heated exchange between Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley.
Closer to home, Clemson baseball takes center stage after a crucial series win at Stanford that still leaves lingering questions—especially after a controversial pitching decision that cost the Tigers a sweep.
With the ACC standings tightening and North Carolina looming, the margin for error is gone. Swanny also dives into Clemson women’s basketball losing a key five-star signee, what it means for the program’s trajectory, and why recruiting remains the fastest path to relevance in the women’s game.
Swanny takes you into a Good Friday edition of Clemson Sports Talk, resetting a thought-provoking conversation with Faxon Childress on Clemson basketball’s season, player development, and what’s ahead for the Tigers.
The show dives into the evolving quarterback battle, including the rapid rise of Tait Reynolds, and what it means for the future of Clemson football.
Plus, a deeper look at how modern athletes consume media—and how that impacts the way coaches like Dabo Swinney communicate.
Later, Jason Priester joins to break down the spring game, roster developments, and the growing concerns around Clemson baseball as the season hits a critical stretch.
Swanny kicks things off with a deep dive into Clemson and South Carolina baseball, joined by Jamie Bradford to break down the Gamecocks’ matchup with Texas Longhorns baseball and the broader challenges facing both programs.
The conversation expands into recruiting shifts, NIL impact, and how today’s exposure-driven landscape has changed talent pipelines across the Palmetto State.
Plus, a candid look at Clemson baseball’s current struggles, questions about program identity, and the patience (or lack thereof) surrounding coaching in major college sports.
Swanny navigates the chaos of April Fools' Day and the frustration of sorting fact from fiction in today’s social media-driven sports world.
From misleading headlines to real rule changes, the show dives into the NCAA’s push to crack down on “blind transfers” and what it means for player movement, loyalty, and the future of college sports.
Plus, a deeper look at Clemson football’s quarterback situation, reflections on the Tigers’ basketball season, and a candid discussion on what loyalty really means in today’s era of college athletics.
Swanny breaks down what Clemson fans can realistically take away from the Tigers’ spring game—and what might just be noise.
From the ongoing quarterback battle between Tait Reynolds and Christopher Vizzina to Dabo Swinney’s comments that raise as many questions as answers, there’s plenty to unpack.
Plus, a look at major changes within Clemson basketball’s coaching staff, what it means for the program moving forward, and why roster retention—like Zach Foster’s return—could be a bigger storyline than any single hire. It’s a deep dive into spring impressions, roster movement, and the uncertainty surrounding Clemson’s path heading into a pivotal season.
Swanny breaks down a wild weekend in college sports, highlighted by a historic finish in the NCAA Tournament as UConn Huskies stunned Duke Blue Devils with a last-second thriller to punch their ticket to the Final Four.
Plus, a deep dive into Clemson’s spring game and what we really learned—most notably the emergence of freshman quarterback Tait Reynolds and what it means for Christopher Vizzina and the Tigers’ outlook heading into a massive opener at LSU Tigers football.
From buzzer-beaters to quarterback battles, Swanny connects the biggest storylines shaping Clemson and the college sports landscape.
Swanny breaks down a frustrating stretch for Clemson baseball, highlighting defensive miscues, missed opportunities, and growing pressure on Eric Bakich as the Tigers search for answers.
Plus, a full preview of Clemson’s spring game with insight from Jason Priester and Tim Bourett on the quarterback battle, offensive changes under Chad Morris, and key position groups to watch.
Swanny also dives into the growing “prove it” mentality surrounding Dabo Swinney, as expectations shift and patience begins to wear thin after a disappointing season. From baseball frustrations to football intrigue, it’s a loaded show with big questions facing Clemson athletics.
Swanny is back in drive time breaking down a jam-packed day across college sports, with the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 tipping off and major coaching news shaking things up.
From a loaded field of veteran coaches like Rick Pitino and Kelvin Sampson to the stunning move of Will Wade leaving NC State after just one season to return to LSU, Swanny dives into what it all means for the sport.
Plus, thoughts on Clemson baseball’s struggles, the impact of momentum swings, and why this stretch matters more than it might seem. It’s tournament time, coaching chaos, and plenty to unpack across the college landscape.
After battling through technical issues, Lawton Swann is back in drive time and holding things together the only way he knows how—grit, honesty, and a little duct tape.
In this episode, Swanny reconnects with William Qualkenbush to break down a tough stretch for Clemson athletics, including baseball’s struggles, the controversial ending to the women’s season, and concerns around the Tigers’ current form. The conversation dives into effort, execution, and what it will take to turn things around.
Plus, thoughts on Clemson baseball’s identity issues, the importance of fundamentals, and why this stretch feels bigger than just a few losses. It’s a real, unfiltered show about weathering adversity—on the field and behind the mic.
wanny battles through technical issues to deliver a loaded show packed with Clemson insight. From a tough stretch across baseball, men’s and women’s basketball to questions surrounding program consistency, nothing is off the table.
Plus, a breakdown of Clemson baseball’s recent struggles, concerns around Aidan Knaak, and what needs to change moving forward. William Qualkenbush joins the show to dive deeper into the Tigers’ recent results, while Swanny also shares thoughts on the evolving landscape of college sports, coaching stability, and why Clemson basketball still hits differently.
Clemson's women get hosed in the NCAA Tournament as a late call costs them a trip to the second round. Plus, the Clemson men fall to Iowa and the Tigers baseball team gets swept at Notre Dame.
Swanny breaks down the opening drama of the NCAA Tournament as the First Four wraps up and the field of 64 finally takes shape. From Texas surviving NC State to Howard advancing, it’s all about what we learned—and what it means moving forward.
Plus, a deep dive into potential upset picks, Clemson’s matchup with Iowa, and why injuries and mindset could swing everything in March.
Swanny also explores bold ideas to fix college basketball’s transfer chaos and NIL era, while reflecting on how the sport—and technology—has changed over time.
Swanny dives headfirst into NCAA Tournament talk as the madness officially begins, breaking down Clemson’s matchup with Iowa and what history says about the Tigers’ chances if they advance. From the reality of 8 vs. 1 upsets to why Clemson fans may need to temper expectations, it’s a data-driven look at the road ahead.
Plus, insight on Brad Brownell’s team entering March, a look around the bracket, and reaction to major headlines across college basketball—including roster drama impacting the field.
Swanny breaks down Clemson basketball’s NCAA Tournament draw after the Tigers’ ACC Tournament run comes to an end, including a closer look at the first-round matchup with Iowa and the potential challenge waiting beyond it.
He also recaps Clemson baseball salvaging the finale against Georgia Tech after a rough start to the weekend, while setting the stage for what comes next on the diamond.
Plus, more from around college hoops, postseason reaction, and William Qualkinbush joins in hour two.
Clemson earns another shot at the Duke Blue Devils after topping North Carolina in ACC Tournament play for just the second time ever.
Clemson opens play in Charlotte against Wake Forest as conference tournament week heats up across college basketball.
The ACC Tournament tips off in Charlotte as Clemson prepares for a late-night opener, while the madness of March begins to take shape across college basketball.
Clemson basketball survives Georgia Tech on Senior Day to lock up the No. 5 seed in the ACC Tournament, while the Tigers’ baseball team keeps rolling ahead of a massive series with the Yellow Jackets.
Clemson women’s basketball punches its ticket forward in the ACC Tournament with a gritty comeback win over Virginia, and Swanny breaks down Mia Moore’s big night and what it means for the Tigers’ NCAA hopes. Plus, Tim Bourret joins the show to talk Clemson hoops, Lou Holtz’s legacy, and Rich Bisaccia’s return to Tigertown as spring football rolls on.
R.J. Godfrey delivers a career night, but Clemson comes up just short at North Carolina, putting the Tigers’ double-bye hopes on life support while baseball gets set for a neutral-site clash with Michigan State.
Clemson hoops heads to Chapel Hill with a double-bye on the line in the ACC Tournament, Chad Morris begins shaping the Tigers’ offense in spring practice, and the numbers behind South Carolina’s struggles across men’s sports are almost hard to believe. Plus, what Clemson must do tonight to finally flip the script at North Carolina.
Clemson owned the weekend — two-of-three over South Carolina, sparked by Michael Sharman’s razor-sharp masterpiece (a complete-game clinic that barely lasted longer than a movie trailer), then hoops finally looked like itself again in an 80-75 win that was never as tight as the score. Now it’s on to Chapel Hill with the double-bye in play, plus a quick look at the ACC women’s bracket… and a wild “pampas grass” story you won’t see coming.
ESPN’s got this rivalry weekend and Clemson hoops feeling like a subscription trap — and Tiger fans don’t have time for the fine print. Clemson-Carolina baseball is here, Louisville’s in town with the Tigers sliding, and I’m telling you right now: don’t let the committee decide it — take it.
Rivalry weekend is here — Clemson and South Carolina open the Palmetto State showdown at Founders Park, plus Dabo kicks off spring ball, and the NCAA finally starts talking “significant penalties” for tampering.
Team USA hockey delivers Olympic gold, Jacob Bridgeman wins his first PGA Tour title, and Clemson hoops hits a critical stretch with Louisville and UNC looming. Plus, spring football gets underway and baseball rivalry weekend is next up on the calendar.
One fix breaks another for Clemson hoops in a brutal four-game slide — but the diamond is humming with South Carolina on deck.
Wake rains threes, Clemson digs a hole, and Swanny says the margin for error is gone in the ACC race.
Clemson drops a third straight in ACC play with an ugly loss at Wake Forest, and Swanny asks the hard question — is this just a slump or something deeper? Tim Bourret joins to break down the basketball slide, Jamie Bradford brings elite college baseball insight ahead of rivalry week, and the Tigers look to regroup before Florida State comes to town.
Clemson baseball cruises past Charlotte, but high school hoops literally catches fire, coaches clash with media, and the NIL/portal conversation keeps heating up.
From “we don’t play those sports” to “rich people events,” Swanny breaks down the disconnect with the Winter Games, takes texts, then pivots to the coming wave of uniform ads, college sports chaos, and Clemson updates from hoops to baseball to recruiting.
The Tigers defended well enough to hang around in the first half, but the backcourt scoring slump continued as Duke pulled away in the second half of a Top 25 matchup in Durham.
Swanny reacts to the eye-popping $514 get-in price for Clemson at Duke and revisits his conversation with Tim Bure about just how tough Cameron Indoor has been for the Tigers historically. Can Brad Brownell’s group reset after the Virginia Tech loss and steal one in Durham? Plus, baseball opens at Doug Kingsmore with a weather-forced doubleheader, recruiting realities in the NIL era, and why Clemson’s pitch on the trail may need to evolve.
After a frustrating 76–66 loss to Virginia Tech, Swanny breaks down what went wrong — cold perimeter play, missed free throws, and a rare off night for multiple starters — while asking whether the setback might actually help Clemson refocus before heading to Cameron Indoor. Plus, Tim Bourett joins to preview Duke, baseball season opens in Tiger Town, and Swanny unloads on Ole Miss’ courtroom absurdity in the Trinidad Chambliss saga.
Clemson hoops tries to keep pace with Duke, Swanny questions bracket bias, and Jamie Bradford joins to unpack South Carolina’s struggles and the state of college sports chaos.
From legendary coaching mic drops to modern-day NCAA madness, Swanny breaks down Billy Tubbs, Rasheed Wallace, tampering talk, and why some lines still matter.
Seattle avenges its Super Bowl heartbreak, Clemson sweeps the California trip to move into a tie atop the ACC, and court-storming chaos sparks more Duke drama. Swanny breaks down Sam Darnold’s redemption, Brad Brownell’s balanced Tigers, and why being great means getting rushed.
Swanny sets the Super Bowl stage with Seattle vs. New England, dives into the Sam Darnold redemption arc, and explains why confidence can change a career—drawing a parallel to Jeremy Lin’s unforgettable “Linsanity” run.
Plus, Clemson basketball keeps rolling out west, conversations with Tim Bourret and Will Vandervoort, and a hard look at tampering, injunctions, and whether college sports still have any real guardrails.
Clemson survives Stanford late, pushes the ACC road streak to 13, and does it with a wild formula: starters quiet, bench carries.
Clemson heads west with a 10 p.m. tip, a road streak to protect, and a chance to prove it can survive the weirdest trip in the new ACC.
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Clemson built a college football powerhouse by recruiting differently — fewer offers, later evaluations, and a firm belief in culture over convenience. But in the NIL era, is that approach still enough?
In this episode, Lawton Swann takes a hard look at Clemson’s current recruiting philosophy, sparked by five-star cornerback Josh Dobson trending toward LSU despite growing up a Clemson fan. Is this simply one recruitment that didn’t go the Tigers’ way — or a warning sign that college football has changed faster than Clemson’s methods?
We examine how Dabo Swinney built the program at the sport’s peak, why that model once worked, and whether it can still land elite talent in a world driven by NIL, early offers, and aggressive SEC recruiting. Plus, what “making the playoff” really means in the expanded era — and why that bar isn’t what it used to be.
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A wintry Midlands Monday, a workmanlike win over Pitt, and the looming West Coast swing that’s been chewing up ACC teams.
Swanny unpacks why college football feels stuck in slow-motion chaos, using Dabo Swinney’s blunt takedown of Ole Miss’ alleged tampering as the latest proof that the sport is sinking without real rules or consequences. As more voices and examples surface—from Fresno State to player-led accounts of in-season contact—the show explores how agents, unchecked transfers, and NIL money are dragging the game deeper into the muck.
Plus, a look at Clemson basketball rolling near the top of the ACC, insight from William Qualkinbush and Jason Priester on hoops and recruiting, and why the longer this goes unaddressed, the harder it may be for college football to pull itself out.
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Swanny opens with a jaw-dropping look at South Carolina men’s basketball getting run out of its own gym in a 95-48 embarrassment vs. Florida and asks the obvious question: how is that not a fireable offense?
From there, the show pivots back to the chaos shaking college sports as Dabo Swinney’s tampering accusations against Ole Miss continue to snowball — now with reports that Fresno State has “receipts” too. Plus: Tim Bourret joins the program to discuss Clemson hoops surging, the upcoming Pitt game (and winter weather concerns), and what went into Dabo’s headline-making press conference as college football’s “lawlessness” hits a breaking point.
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On today’s Clemson Sports Talk, Swanny breaks down the Luke Ferrelli/Ole Miss tampering controversy and why Dabo Swinney’s message to fellow coaches hit so hard: “Step up and call it out… or shut your mouth.” If there are no consequences for coaches, programs, or agents, what stops college football from turning into total lawlessness?
Swanny also dives into Dabo’s proposed fixes for the sport — starting with the calendar — and what real accountability could look like if the NCAA won’t act. Plus: a “good of the day” moment as Clemson women’s basketball pulls off an emotional birthday surprise, a quick look at Clemson hoops and the ACC road streak, and a wild note on Bill Belichick not being a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
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Hour two turns into a full-on college sports gut check: Qualkinbush joins to praise Clemson women’s bounce-back grit at Notre Dame, explain why the men keep winning without a “star,” and then unload on the Luke Ferrelli/Ole Miss tampering saga — the silence from Oxford, the agent angle, and why this feels like a hinge point for Dabo and the sport.
Swanny closes with the Duke–Darian Mensah settlement, arguing the system’s chaos is finally spilling into courtrooms — and warning that if rules don’t get enforced, the whole thing keeps sliding.
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Swanny breaks down a wild Championship Sunday that set up Seahawks-Patriots, then digs into how analytics and fourth-down aggression may have cost Sean Payton and Denver in a snow-globe loss to New England.
From there, it’s hoops: Clemson responds the right way with a strong road win at Georgia Tech, and Brad Brownell’s postgame comments highlight why this team keeps stacking ACC road victories.
Hour two turns to the bigger storm in college sports — from “earn the logo” culture at Florida to Deion’s reported player-fine structure — before Swanny unloads on the broken transfer-portal era, Clemson’s “receipts” approach with Luke Ferrelli, and why the sport is begging for real consequences.
Dabo Swinney lays out the full timeline on how Ole Miss, Pete Golding, and Luke Ferrelli's agent, Ryan Williams, tampered to get the sophomore linebacker out of Tiger Town and to Oxford.
Swanny sounds off on the Luke Ferrelli saga and why the Ole Miss situation crosses from portal chaos into outright tampering, then connects it to the growing legal mess at Duke with quarterback Darian Mensah. The common thread: commitments, contracts, and accountability in a sport that’s lost its guardrails. The show also hits Clemson basketball’s first ACC loss, previews the weekend slate, and features a wide-ranging conversation with Tim Bourret on Clemson history, loyalty, and why today’s college sports landscape feels unsustainable.
A gas leak nearly shuts down the show before Swanny makes it back on air — then it’s back to business: Indiana’s miracle run still hits different, college sports’ legal chaos keeps getting uglier, and Clemson hoops’ OT loss to NC State comes down to the thinnest margins (and the loudest free throws).
Indiana finally finished the story — 16-0 and a national title — and Swanny’s taking a victory lap after nailing the call, breaking down the blocked punt, Mendoza’s gutsy 4th-down run, and the late Carson Beck mistake that sealed it. Plus, the “contracts mean something” era arrives as Duke sues its own QB over NIL/portal chaos, and Clemson hoops gets the spotlight with NC State and Will Wade rolling into Littlejohn.
As college football spirals into portal chaos and calendar madness, Swanny asks the uncomfortable question — with Clemson basketball rolling and built the right way, would it really be so bad if Tiger Town became a hoops school for a while?
Swanny opens with a hard look at a college sports world that’s losing its grip — portal chaos, fading loyalty, and the growing feeling that the rules don’t matter — before diving into Clemson’s roster moves, the quarterback debate, and what still has to make sense for fans to stay invested.
Clemson hoops keeps rolling as Tim Bourret joins to break down the Tigers’ balance, Alumni Day, and the surge toward March—plus the looming LSU opener as Kiffin’s portal-built QB room collides with Clemson’s stay-the-course approach, and a wild question: why don’t we ever hear “academically ineligible” anymore?
Clemson’s basketball “chemistry over a single star” theme got its loudest proof yet as Nick Davidson erupted for 25 points (including a 21-point personal run) to power a 5-0 ACC start—before Swanny spun it forward into portal chaos, LSU’s QB arms race, and a wild Mike Tomlin stat that doesn’t feel real.
Clemson hoops’ depth and chemistry take center stage, with portal wins, NIL madness, NFL playoff reactions, and a look at how roster continuity is reshaping sports fandom.
Jaguars heartbreak, Indiana’s CFP dominance, and Clemson’s most aggressive portal run ever — Swanny breaks it all down on Clemson Sports Talk.
Miami advances to the national title game, the ACC stacks postseason wins, and the narrative surrounding SEC superiority takes a direct hit.
Clemson leans into the transfer portal, the NIL era exposes its cracks, and the sport wrestles with accountability, contracts, and control.
Clemson’s portal haul hits six commits on defense, Chad Morris is “back to the future,” and the show dives into why motion, tempo, and pre-snap communication could be the key to Clemson’s offensive reset.
Swanny opens with Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars’ AFC South run — plus the growing legend of kicker Cam Little — and a quick spin through the NFL playoff bracket. From there, it’s back to Tigertown with Clemson hiring Chad Morris as offensive coordinator and wideout T.J. Moore announcing his return.
Swanny also hits “Portal Watch” updates, dives into the loyalty vs. free-agency debate in college football, and wraps with thoughts on the sport’s calendar issues and a wild FCS championship finish.
Notre Dame certainly felt like they should have been in the playoff, but if that's what you wanted, you should have taken care of business against Texas A&M or Miami.
As we close in on the holidays Swanny breaks down Clemson's win over South Carolina in hoops.
Clemson basketball loses one of the brightest stars as freshman Zac Foster is out for the season.
Clemson and South Carolina face off in basketball to cap the matchups between the two schools in 2025.
Trevor Lawrence had his best performance as a pro, putting together one of the best days a QB has ever had in the NFL.
Four players are headed to NYC for the Heisman Trophy ceremony, but who will bring home the hardware?
Michigan football fires Sherrone Moore with cause, and hours later, he is arrested as a suspect in an alleged assault.
Clemson falls to No. 10 BYU after taking a commanding 22-point lead anchored by a 22-0 run in Madison Square Garden during the Jimmy V Classic.
After being left out of the playoffs, a 10-2 Notre Dame team hangs up its cleats for the 2025 season.
Clemson basketball loses one of the greatest to ever wear orange and white as Elden Campbell passes away at 57.
Swanny is joined by several guests, including Tim Bourret, Will Vandervort, Tommy Bowden, and Chad Morris ahead of Clemson's matchup with South Carolina.
As Clemson and South Carolina enter this year's contest at 6-5 and 4-7, respectively, what will the environment be in Williams-Brice Stadium on Saturday?
Clemson and South Carolina face off on Saturday after both teams have fallen way short of preseason expectations.
Clemson gets ready for a matchup with Furman in a season that has made fans enjoy wins more than they perhaps have over the past decade.
Clemson and Furman will face off Saturday, and it's a perfect day for a Purple Out in Death Valley.
Lawton Swann is joined by former Clemson OC Chad Morris on a Wednesday afternoon to talk about Clemson's win at Louisville.
We discuss South Carolina's meltdown in College Station, leaving the Gamecocks outside of bowl eligibility for the second time in three years.
Clemson sneaks out of Louisville with a 20-19 win, while South Carolina has an epic collapse in College Station, losing 31-30 after leading 30-3 at the half over No. 3 Texas A&M.
Clemson heads to Louisville with a chance to virtually lock up a bowl berth with a win in the Derby City.
As Clemson gets ready for a Friday night game at Louisville, one Cardinal starter is left off the injury report by accident.
Both Clemson and South Carolina are at risk of not making a bowl after falling well short of preseason expectations.
Mark Packer, who was honored in Tiger Town over the weekend, joins the show. Plu,s William Qualkinbush joins us to recap Clemson's win over FSU.
Dabo Swinney says he needs to get back to his instincts. Plus Tommy Bowden joins the show to give us his thoughts on Clemson vs. FSU and the special relationship with his family.
If Clemson loses to FSU, it will mark the first time in Tiger history that they've lost five home games in one season.
With all the issues Clemson has this season, will Dabo Swinney finally full embrace the transfer portal and push the NIL limits in Tiger Town?
Why isn't Dabo Swinney's name coming up with some of the open jobs in college football? Swanny has some thoughts on it.
Chad Morris joins the show to talk about his playsheet, plus Clemson prepares to face Duke, and the Blue Devils have a great chance to win in Death Valley for the first time since 1980.
If LSU wants to pull off a coup, Swanny has a plan that could change the way ADs in college football think about contracts.
Brian Kelly is out at LSU after the No. 20 Tigers were blown out at home by No. 3 Texas A&M.
Jason Priester joins the show and says Dabo Swinney has "a mess on his hands" as Clemson heads into Duke week sitting at 3-4.
Which coaches on Clemson's staff have recruited well enough to protect their position after a 3-4 start?
Chad Morris joins the show to talk about the success Tony Elliott is having at Virginia and much more!
Swanny wonders what the norm is in college football with staffs being hired by the head coach or do the OCs and DCs tend to bring their own staffers?
Clemson falls to 3-4 on the year, but Christopher Vizzina didn't disappoint, throwing for 317 yards and 3 TDs in his first career start.
Tommy Bowden joins the show to talk about James Franklin's situation at Penn State, Curt Cignetti's 93 million dollar deal at Indiana, and much more.
As Clemson gets ready to face SMU at home, Tim Bourret gives us some insight into Cade Klubnik's health.
We are halfway through the 2026 season, and Clemson sits at 3-3, but fans keep asking if there a path back into the ACC Championship Game conversation? We examine the steps required to support Clemson's cause.
Clemson wins their second straight road game in ACC play with a 41-10 win at Boston College. Can the Tigers carry over their momentum into this weekend's game against SMU in Death Valley?
Was Clemson's 1-3 start due to a lack of effort or a misevaluation? Plus, Tim Bourret joins the show on a Thursday afternoon.
We discuss the impact of redshirt freshman Christian Bentancur in the Clemson offense, plus former Tiger OC Chad Morris stops by the show!
Several of the top teams in the preseason rankings, including Clemson, have fallen on hard times to open the season.
Clemson hits North Carolina with 28 points in the first quarter to snuff out any Tar Heel threat on Saturday in the Tigers' 38-10 win.
Clemson heads to North Carolina hoping to rebound after a sluggish start to the 2025 season. Though Saturday's game will be the 61st in the all-time series between Clemson and North Carolina, it will be the first matchup between two coaching legends, Clemson's Dabo Swinney and North Carolina's Bill Belichick.
Coming off an open date, Swinney said the Tigers are healthier and refocused but admitted the 1–3 start is on the staff. “We have failed as coaches,” he said, while stressing the issues are “football stuff” that can be fixed.
Lots of overtime games littered the television this weekend, including Tony Elliott and Virginia knocking off No. 8 Florida State in Charlottesville.
Swanny is joined by Will Vandervort and Tommy Bowden as the Tigers head into their first bye week of the season.
What would you do to fix the 2025 Clemson Tigers? We hear from listeners, plus Swanny gives his thoughts. Also, Tim Bourret joins the show in the second hour.
We spend some time talking offensive playcalling with Chad Morris, plus Faxon Childress stops by the show to talk about his thoughts on Clemson's 1-3 start.
As Swanny projected in the offseason, Mike Gundy's time in Stillwater has concluded. Plus we take a closer look at South Carolina as the Gamecocks are now 0-2 in SEC play.
As another Clemson loss drops the Tigers to 1-3 for the first time in Dabo Swinney's tenure, Swanny has to wonder if the locker room is full of players with smooth hands.
As Clemson prepares to face Syracuse, the Tigers hope to avoid another disappointing weekend of football.
With another opening in Blacksburg, South Carolina's Shane Beamer has to be on the list.
As Clemson looks to rebound from a poor start, Swanny says it's time to take the next step for Dabo Swinney's 2025 team.
Dabo Swinney says that if Clemson's success isn't good enough, he can coach somewhere else. At 55, "I ain't going to the beach," he said on Tuesday in Tiger Town.
Clemson falls at Georgia Tech in a walk-off finish as the Yellow Jackets hit a 55-yard kick to stun the Tigers, 24-21.
Former Clemson head coach Tommy Bowden joins the show to talk about the Tigers and Yellow Jackets.
Swanny thinks Brent Key is a great coach, but his press conference ahead of the Clemson game was over the top with how short he was.
Swanny is joined by former Clemson offensive coordinator Chad Morris to talk college football. Also, Morgan Thomas stops by the show.
Dabo Swinney called Antonio Williams Clemson's best player, a week after saying Cade Klubnik was the Tigers' best player. Did he mean best playmaker? We discuss on today's show!
Clemson trails Troy 16-0, but comes back to score 27 unanswered points to find a win in Death Valley.
Lee Corso rides off into the sunset with a perfect weekend on College GameDay in more ways than one.
Clemson falls 17-10 to open the season against LSU, and there are a lot of questions about what we witnessed in Death Valley.
Will Vandervort stops by the show, plus the official Clemson Sports Talk simulation of the LSU game comes down to the wire.
Faxon Childress and Tim Bourret stop by the show ahead of Clemson's epic matchup with LSU this Saturday. Plus, Faxon calls for a huge upset in the ACC. Wait until you hear it.
No. 4 Clemson vs. No. 9 LSU should be a special game as two proven quarterbacks face off to open the season.
As we get closer to kickoff, Swanny ponders what this Clemson team could achieve in 2025 if Christopher Vizzina were QB1.
Swanny thinks college football will miss Lee Corso more than we anticipate. Plus, William Qualkingbush joins the show as we close in on No. 4 Clemson vs. No. 9 LSU.
As No. 4 Clemson and No. 9 LSU prepare to face off, we discuss with Tim Bourret the significance of the Death Valley matchup. Plus, Will Vandervort joins the show.
Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik meets with the media to conclude fall camp as the Tigers turn their focus to LSU.
Cade Klubnik is picked as the Preseason AP All-American at Quarterback, adding to his offseason recognition. What other Tigers are on the list? Check out today's show!
Clemson's Ian Schieffelin was arrested over the weekend on suspicion of DUI, setting back his football career and disappointing Tiger fans.
We head into the final weekend without college football until January, and Swanny is juiced to the max!
Dabo Swinney's reference to Clemson possibly being the first 16-0 team is taken out of context, and the Tigers' head coach blasts the clickbait headline.
Swanny wants to know which teams in your own conference you feel compelled to always root against.
Clemson has their first scrimmage of fall camp, and we've got the latest from Tiger Town.
Dabo Swinney says that Clemson has avoided the heat thus far in Tiger Town, calling it Club Med for the players to open fall camp.
We hear from Clemson AD Graham Neff, plus former Tiger basketball star Ian Schieffelin takes to the podium during fall camp.
Swanny argues that the new CFB Playoff Trophy has created a new order of elite teams in college football.
Lots of content from the floor in Charlotte, plus TJ Pittinger joins the show to talk about Florida State's expectations.
David Hood from TigerNet.com joins the show to talk about the 2025 Clemson Tigers ahead of Fall Camp kicking off.
T.J. Parker hits the stage at the ACC Kickoff. Plus, we lock onto several other conversations from Charlotte last week.
David Glenn joins the show from the floor at the ACC Kickoff, plus much more on a loaded episode!
The ACC Kickoff is underway in Charlotte and Swanny is making the trip to the Queen City.
The ACC releases what players will be in Charlotte, plus Mike Gundy hits the stage for Oklahoma State at the Big XII Media Days.
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark is "doubling down" on the 5+11 future College Football Playoff format.
After 20 seasons, Mike Gundy might be on the hottest seat in CFB after a terrible 2024 season in Stillwater.
Is it possible that the 2025 Clemson football team has more top NFL talent than any team in program history?
The NBA and College Basketball should shift gears to improve fan engagement for both fan bases.
The number of Achilles injuries in the NBA appears to be on the rise. What's causing the issues for today's NBA players?
The NBA and NCAA Baseball seasons both concluded over the weekend, but more than anything, neither ended without a level of controversy.
ClemsonSportsTalk.com takes a deep dive into the Top Assistant Coaches in Dabo Swinney's time at Clemson.
Arkansas allows LSU off the hook, and the Tigers take advantage with a trip to the CWS Title Series against Coastal Carolina.
Josh Graham joins the show to discuss the ACC and college football, plus Faxon Childress talks Clemson in hour two.
The Charlotte Hornets have the unique distinction of trading both Kobe Bryant and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander without those future NBA MVPs playing a single game in the Queen City.
Oklahoma City heads into Game 4 needing a win after falling behind Indiana 2-1 in the Finals.
It's probably fitting that Murray State is a long shot to win the College World Series.
The College Sports Commission will now run the world of college sports, allowing schools to pay players.
Clemson's recruting strategy is different than most, but even the Tigers can't avoid the difficulties of holding on to top prospects.
Swanny talks football recruiting as the Tigers look to be in an excellent spot for a top offensive line prospect.
The SEC placed 13 teams in the 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament, and 9 of those teams were eliminated in the first round, including No. 1 Vanderbilt and No. 2 Texas.
Clemson fans are frustrated with another baseball season coming up short of not only a trip to Omaha, but also the Super Regional round.
Is Oklahoma City on track to become the next dynasty in the NBA after putting together one of the most talented and youngest rosters in the NBA?
The CFB Playoff committee changes how the playoff will be seeded just one year into the 12-team format.
Based on the 2023-2024 payouts the ACC made member institutions, the gap isn't as wide as you might expect compared to what the SEC brought in.
Clemson Hall of Fame SID Tim Bourret joins the show to talk about the Tigers' 12-year deal with Notre Dame.
With LSU coming to Clemson for the season opener, how important is the contest for Bayou Bengal head coach Brian Kelly?
ESPN announces that No. 2 Clemson and No. 6 LSU will face off under the lights in Death Valley this season with a 7:30 kickoff.
Clemson softball shocks Florida State to bring hom the Tigers' first ACC Tournament crown.
Clemson softball storms back for a win in the ACC Tournament on Friday afternoon. The Tigers will face FSU for the ACC Championship on Saturday.
Clemson baseball drops two of three at FSU in a very competitive series, but since climbing to No. 2 in America, the Tigers have lost five of their last six games.
The San Antonio Spurs' longtime head coach, Greg Popovich, hangs up his whistle after a great career. Plus, the Tigers head to FSU for a Top 5 matchup on the diamond.
No. 2 Clemson baseball gears up for a huge series at No. 5 Florida State. Plus, we continue to discuss players who could transition from basketball to the gridiron.
Clemson basketball's Ian Schieffelin is going to take a shot at playing football in Tiger Town.
Clemson hosted the Savannah Bananas this past weekend, and some Tiger fans were upset by one aspect of the event.
We react to the NFL Draft, plus No. 2 Clemson loses all three games at NC State in baseball.
Clemson baseball falls in Game 1 at NC State, plus Brad Brownell gets a new contract in Tiger Town through 2031.
As the 2025 NFL Draft kicks off, Clemson will likely not have a player selected in the first three rounds since 2009. Plus, Clemson baseball heads to NC State for a tough road series.
Clemson Softball takes down No. 1 Tennessee after starting the season 3-6. Plus, the No. 2 Clemson Tiger Baseball team beats No. 5 Georgia in a midweek battle.
Clemson's Cam Cannarella made an all-time great catch over the weekend. Plus, Drew Titsworth delivers on the mound.
Clemson baseball continues its hot start, and Swanny thinks a big part of their success is Erik Bakich making it fun for the Tigers.
ESPN announces that Week 1 of the 2025 season will be Lee Corso's last episode of College GameDay.
Are we headed to a new era of spring football? Will teams eventually have home-and-home series during the spring?
Swanny dives into growing up in the shadows of Augusta National. Plus, Mike Uve joins to discuss how South Carolina's spring practices are going.
Florida basketball takes a late lead over Houston to win the National Title in San Antonio.
Duke chokes in the final minute of the national semifinal, sending Houston to a matchup with Florida for the championship.
Clemson gears up for an offense vs. defense spring game as Dabo Swinney doesn't feel the Tigers have enough healthy players to field two teams.
Clemson announces that beer will be sold in Death Valley, and there are mixed reviews from Tiger fans.
Christian Reeves hits the portal, and Dillion Hunter is the last man who played in a game this season that's still on the Clemson basketball island.
After an unreal Sweet 16 game shooting the ball, Alabama comes back to earth in a beatdown by the ACC's Duke Blue Devils.
Alabama reached the Elite Eight in consecutive years for the first time in program history. The Crimson Tide made 25 of 51 3-point attempts to break the record of 21 set by Loyola Marymount in 1990.
Clemson's roster in basketball is depleted thanks to graduation and the transfer portal.
We hear from Clemson's David Eziomume as the Tigers close in on the 2025 spring game. Plus, Swanny complains about all the pollen in South Carolina right now.
Clemson's basketball cupboard gets bare after several players enter the transfer portal.
Clemson falls in the NCAA Tournament opening round after scoring just 13 points in the first half vs. McNeese.
Clemson's Brad Brownell was a top name for the Indiana job, but the Hoosiers looked elsewhere to fill the spot.
Clemson is knocked out of the ACC Tournament after a furious comeback against Louisville. In the NCAA Tournament, the 5th-seed Tigers will face one of their own in Will Wade and 12th-seed McNeese State.
Clemson gets a win over SMU at the ACC Tournament as the Tigers benefit from a review late in the game.
Swanny says that the Clemson basketball team—for the first time ever—is good enough to win the ACC without the ball having to bounce their way.
Expanded conference schedules have led to longer and longer weeks of conference tournaments and Swanny doesn't love it.
Swanny dives into the shift to Tom Allen at defensive coordinator and the changes that will likely have a huge impact in 2025.
Off a quick trip back from Boston College, Tim Bourret discusses some of the toughest turnarounds he had in his career.
Roy Philpott joins the show to discuss the end of litigation between Clemson, FSU, and the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Clemson and South Carolina reset the best rivalry in college baseball over the next three days.
Swanny thinks that a year with the 12-team playoff has enhanced hopes around the country as we head towards spring football.
As Clemson continues to make a run towards the NCAA Tournament, Swanny wonders what it would take for the Tigers to reach a Top 16 seed.
Several Power Four programs are eliminating the spring game. Will Clemson join the teams opting not to play a spring scrimmage in front of fans?
Clemson has a chance to win 18 regular season games in the ACC. Plus, as the regular season winds down, is it possible that South Carolina will pull an "O-fer" in SEC play?
The SEC and Big 10 have more power than we realized, but will they get their way with possible changes to the College Football Playoff?
Clemson basketball continues to showcase its versatility as Dillion Hunter becomes the sixth Tiger to lead the team in scoring this season with 17 points at Florida State.
With Clemson facing FSU this weekend in Tallahassee on The CW, Swanny breaks down how most Tiger fans can tune in if they don't have cable.
Clemson goes undefeated in basketball against UNC, Duke, Wake Forest, and NC State in the regular season for the first time in program history.
Clemson knocks off No. 2 Duke 77-71 in a battle at the top of the ACC, plus the Philadelphia Eagles cruise past the Kansas City Chiefs.
UCONN's Jim Mora calls out about transfer portal tampering, and Swanny wants to see everyone's receipts!!
Clemson's 38-24 loss at Texas concludes the 2024 season for the Tigers, but after a playoff run, there is a lot to like about the offense next season.
Head Coach Dabo Swinney and Clemson Football announced today that Clemson has signed Purdue transfer defensive end Will Heldt.
Is the revenue advantage the SEC has over the ACC beginning to showcase itself in basketball?
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Clemson lands their first-ever wideout through the transfer portal.
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The College Football Playoff kicks off on Friday with Notre Dame hosting Indiana.
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Former Clemson OC Rich Rodreguez returns to Morgantown, West Virginia, nearly 18 years after leaving his Alma Mater for Michigan back in 2007.
Former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, at age 72, will bring his six Super Bowl rings to Chapel Hill as the new head coach at North Carolina, but will it work out?
A trip to Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium for Tiger fans has Swanny looking closely at the Longhorns' venue.
As No. 12 Clemson prepares to face off with No. 5 Texas getting tickets will be different for fans of both schools.
Freshman kicker Nolan Hauser sends Clemson to the College Football Playoff with a walk-off winner against SMU in the ACC Championship.
Gary Stokan from the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl joins the show, plus Faxon Childress and Tim Bourett chime in on Clemson's matchup with SMU in the ACC Championship.
The penultimate release of the College Football Playoff rankings seems to have the South Carolina Gamecocks boxed out of the Top 12. As for Clemson, with a win over SMU, the Tigers will be in and could get a first-round bye.
Clemson's Sammy Brown is featured on the Tigers' game week graphic ahead of the ACC Championship, just days after fans were confused about his lack of playing time against South Carolina.
Clemson's focus all year has been about finishing games, but in the Palmetto Bowl, riding a near-perfect two-minute drill, the Tigers failed to find victory as Cade Klubnik through a late interception in a 17-14 loss to South Carolina.
The regular season concludes with a matchup between No. 12 Clemson (9-2) and No. 15 South Carolina (8-3) in Death Valley.
Sadly, uber-rich megadonors could have a heavy influence on the future of college football.
A weekend of chaos moves Clemson back into the CFB Playoff mix. Plus, the Tigers lose a star recruit to...wait for it...Georgia Tech—primarily driven by NIL dollars.
Speculation that Bryce Underwood will get between $10.5 and $12 Million to go to Michigan has Swanny wondering is there really a high school player that's proven to have "that" much value?
Deion Sanders and Colorado land one of the top quarterbacks in America as the Buffalo trend towards the CFB Playoff.
As we go over the third release of the 12-team playoff bracket, Swanny wants to see the real numbers from the strength of schedule rating we hear about so much.
The future of college football is going to be totally different than what we've seen before, as walk-ons are essentially eliminated at the highest level.
Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik breaks a 50-yard touchdown run to lead the Tigers to a late win at Pitt, 24-20.
Will Florida State pull off one of the quickest falls in college football history? The Seminoles are one loss away from going from an undefeated regular season a year ago to a Top 10 start to a ten-loss finish the following season.
A newly discovered website allows fans to play out the final stretch of the college football season. While the site looks outdated, its delivery, details, and results are amazing.
As Clemson gears up for their matchup with Pitt, Swanny gets word of a must-see Netflix show.
Clemson stumbles out of the gates at Virginia Tech but finds a 24-14 win with a dominating defense throughout the game and a resurgent offense in the second half.
Clemson heads to Blacksburg, Virginia, hoping to bounce back from a loss at home to Louisville.
Swanny takes a look back at the previous CFB Playoff rankings to see if a team from No. 23 in the first release has ever made a run to the Top 12.
After their loss to Louisville this weekend, Clemson's margin of error is nearly diminished. As it currently sits, the Tigers would need a lot to happen to make the CFB Playoff.
After a loss to Louisville, the Tigers coaching staff once again faces pressure from fans for a multitude of reasons.
College football coaches learn that the new helmet-to-helmet communication has been on unencrypted frequencies.
As we approach the first round of playoff projections, Swanny examines a projection from one of ESPN's predictors.
Even though Clemson is 8-0 all-time against Louisville, Swanny loves the rivalry, and it started with a bang as a pressbox incident escalated the matchup in his mind.
Watching Texas A&M this weekend left Swanny with one key takeaway—the Aggies made the right hire with Mike Elko.
As Clemson hits their second bye weekend of the season, Swanny resets two interviews from earlier this week.
In a rare feat, Swanny talks baseball as we get close to the beginning of the World Series between the Yankees and Dodgers.
Swanny thinks Georgia looked more like the team he saw in the second half against Clemson during their matchup with then-No. 1 Texas than the rest of the year.
Clemson moves to 6-1 with a 48-31 win over Virginia. Plus, Georgia hammers Texas 30-15, but the biggest controversy was an overturned pass interference call after Longhorn fans littered the field with trash.
Not only has the new 12-team playoff kept more teams in the mix halfway through the season, but in the Power 4, there are many teams still fighting for the right to win their league and gain an opening-round bye as a Top 4 seed.
The NCAA responded quickly to Oregon's 12th-man advantage, which was utilized in the late stages of the Ducks' victory over Ohio State last weekend.
We are only halfway through the 2024 regular season, but Swanny feels like there are already more meaningful games on television every weekend. What do you think?
Clemson prepares to welcome home one of its own as Tony Elliott and Virginia visit Tiger Town this weekend for an ACC matchup.
There was a ton of great football over the weekend, including several great overtime contests, but the overreaction to the results in some games compared to the underreaction in the polls to others is head-scratching.
Clemson prepares to face off with Wake Forest in Winston-Salem. Plus, Tommy Bowden joins us to talk about what he saw in Dabo Swinney as an assistant in Tiger Town.
If the Tigers can top Wake Forest this weekend, Dabo Swinney will have won 16 consecutive games against the Demon Deacons, one win shy of the total number of times they've beaten Clemson in history.
The expansion of college football conferences has led to some great early-season matchups.
Swanny continues to recap a wild weekend in college football. Plus, we want to know if you think Shane Beamer's response to the Dylan Stewart shotgun celebration was strong enough.
Clemson freshman Nolan Hauser knocks through five field goals in Clemson's 29-13 win at Florida State. Hauser was called on seven times in the game, with two of his kicks being blocked, but the youngster was impressive nonetheless.
As Clemson gets set to travel to Florida State, Swanny wonders if there is any bad blood after the Seminoles backed out of the 2020 contest.
As we hit October, ESPN projects the 12-team playoff, plus Cade Klubnik says the use of iPads have made a difference for in-game adjustments.
At the beginning of the year, Clemson vs. Florida State looked like a must-watch television match. Now the question is, can the Noles hang with the Tigers after their offense has struggled mightily this season?
As Clemson prepares for Florida State, the word out of Tallahassee is that former Tiger quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei will not play due to an injury to his hand.
Clemson's offense in 2024 looks revamped as the deep ball threat has become a real option for the Tigers. Plus, the Tigers turn their attention to Florida State after a 40-14 win over Stanford.
What are Clemson's odds of winning the National Title? Plus, what coach is on the hottest seat as we head towards the end of October?
Swanny thinks players who jump into the portal over bad NIL deals are going about things the wrong way.
If Alabama gets bullied at home by Georgia, will they be as harshly viewed as Clemson was after an opening-week loss to the Bulldogs?
Clemson's offensive line and quarterback, Cade Klubnik, have led to a marked improvement in Tiger Town.
Tommy Bowden and Luke Winstel join the show as we head into another weekend of college football.
The Clemson Tigers prepare to face NC State in Death Valley. Plus, Tim Bourret stops by the show to talk about the Textile Bowl.
It's a mixed-up edition of the show, plus Clemson center Ryan Linthicum says he never considered transferring from Dabo Swinney's program.
Tennessee is looking at adding a talent fee to ticket costs, passing the buck to fans even more in the NIL Era.
Florida State's stumble to 0-3 is a significant blow to the idea that rosters can be reshaped through the transfer portal.
Tim Bourret joins the show on a Friday afternoon to discuss Clemson's win over App State and to look ahead to the NC State game on September 21.
The Pac-12 adds four new teams to expand to a six-team league. Plus, which conference is better the ACC or the Big 12?
Swanny walks us through how he found out about the attacks on the World Trade Center on the 23rd anniversary of 9-11. Plus, conversations about moving on from Dabo Swinney are laughable—we explain in this episode of the show!
It's early in the season, but Swanny thinks Clemson and Miami are headed toward a matchup in Charlotte in December after a couple of weeks of football.
Clemson rebounds with an offensive assault against App State, reaching 700 yards of total offense for the seventh time in team history. Plus, No. 5 Notre Dame is topped by Northern Illinois, and No. 10 Michigan got beat down by No. 3 Texas in the Big House.
Swanny makes his predication on Clemson and App State, plus Tommy Bowden joins the show.
As Texas and Michigan prepare to face off, Swanny says Fox made a great move with the Big Noon Kickoff concept.
With the ACC Preseason Favorite FSU off to an 0-2 start in league play, the league is upside down out of the gates. Which teams have the best chance of making it to Charlotte for the championship game?
Clemson gets smacked by Georgia in the second half of the season opener in Atlanta. Plus, at 0-2 this season, is Florida State still an "Unconquered" team?
No. 14 Clemson and No. 1 Georgia kick off the new 12-team College Football Playoff Era in style.
Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik talks about the Tigers vs. Georgia. Plus, who is the favorite to win the national championship in the 12-team playoff?
As we get closer to the kickoff between No. 14 Clemson and No. 1 Georgia, Tiger OC Garrett Riley sits down with the media.
Swanny says that with Clemson facing No. 1 Georgia, the Tigers don't need to leave anything on the table in Atlanta.
Swanny says he knew FSU might be in trouble when he saw how Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key was dressed at the ACC Kickoff.
Where does Clemson's 2024 roster rank according to 247's Composite Ratings? Find out in today's show!
What should Clemson's game plan be against No. 1 Georgia? Plus, Swanny and Tim Bourret discuss the legacy and memory of Jim Phillips, the voice of the Clemson Tigers.
As Clemson prepares to face No. 1 Georgia, Swanny has a wait-and-see approach to how Tiger quarterback Cade Klubnik will play in 2024.
Saturday at noon, Florida State and Georgia Tech open the 2024 season opener in Dublin, Ireland. Could the Noles be on upset alert? Plus, WWE's Sheamus joins the action as ESPN's College GameDay guest picker, bringing the luck of the Irish to college football's biggest stage!
Swanny discusses the great voices of college radio in the past. Five-star David Sanders commits to Tennessee, and the message is simple: Follow the money.
With Clemson and Georgia facing off to open the season, we discuss the handful of teams that have won three or more titles in college football since 1980.
Who reigns supreme in college football coaching? Could the showdown between Clemson and Georgia feature the top two masterminds in the game today?
Swanny asks how many losses for the Tigers would start a referendum on Dabo Swinney's use of the transfer portal, with Clemson opening the season against No. 1 Georgia.
Clemson holds their first fall scrimmage, plus the USA Men's team brings home the gold medal.
Coaches can often escape the issues they create at the collegiate level while the players are hit with punishments. Swanny argues that the NFL should also punish Jim Harbaugh for the rules he broke at Michigan.
The NCAA announced a four-year show-cause order for Jim Harbaugh based on impermissible contact with recruits and players while access was restricted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We sit down with ESPN's Tom Luginbill at the ACC Kickoff, plus Clemson running back Phil Mafah meets with the media to discuss fall camp.
As the Olympics continue, Swanny wonders if the difference in winning and losing could be as simple as a haircut.
We sit down with Wes Durham at the ACC Kickoff, plus the Tigers open Fall Camp in Clemson, and we hear from several offensive linemen, including Walker Parks.
At the ACC Kickoff in Charlotte, Brett Friedlander stops by to talk about the current state of the new 17-team Atlantic Coast Conference.
Swanny continues to dive into content from the ACC Kickoff as we hear from both Don Munson and the ACC Network’s Taylor Tannebaum. Plus, a hiccup outbreak nearly derails the entire show.
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We wrap up our week in Charlotte with more from the ACC Kickoff as Dabo Swinney met with the media.
As the ACC Kickoff rolls along, we sit down with several players and media members from the floor at the Hilton Uptown in Charlotte.
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Clemson Sports Talk is on the ground in Charlotte as a 17-team ACC becomes a reality. Commissioner Jim Phillips speaks as the pressure on the league rises due to lawsuits from Florida State and Clemson.
The 2024 SEC Media Days are underway, and opinions are always the center of early-season events. One host on the SEC network gives Clemson no chance of beating Georgia in the season opener, while his co-host just falls short of comparing a Clemson victory to a historical college football upset.
We’ve been on the floor at the Allen N. Reeves Football Complex all morning, taking in the scene and getting tons of news and nuggets out of Clemson today.
Fans have waited years for EA's College Football Game to return, but many people will be surprised to learn what it will take to be "in the game." Plus, Swanny celebrates his 11th year on the air in Columbia.
It's July 1st, and today both the ACC and SEC expand as Stanford, Cal, and SMU join the Atlantic Coast Conference while Texas and Oklahoma join the Southeastern Conference.
Today, Swanny discusses Clemson's PJ Hall going undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft. Hall signed a two-way deal with the Denver Nuggets-- but he also had a COVID year remaining and could have returned to Tiger Town.
The NBA Draft in 2024 highlights the growing influence the league has made globally since the Dream Team hit the Olympics in 1992.
Jim Schlossnagle leaves Texas A&M for Texas just hours after losing the national championship game to Tennessee.
Tennessee tops Texas A&M to win the College World Series after an incredible slide is the difference in a 6-5 game.
Former Clemson Tiger Ricky Sapp stops by the show to discuss his new book, "Dream Big."
Legendary baseball player Willie Mays dies at the age of 93, just days after Clemson's Cam Cannarella hearkened memories of one of the greatest with his miraculous catch in Super Regional play.
The Boston Celtics win their 18th NBA Championship knocking off Dallas 4-1 in the finals.
Who has the toughest schedule in college football in 2024? South Carolina is close, in Swanny's opinion.
Just weeks after the NBA Family lost Bill Walton, "The Logo" Jerry West passed away at the age of 86.
Can any fan base top LSU's record of 68.888 Jello shots at Rocco's bar during the College World Series?
Clemson's baseball season comes to an end in 13 innings as an "Ump Show" outweighed the best baseball game in the Super Regionals as Flordia tops the Tigers 11-10.
As Clemson hosts Florida this weekend, Jack Leggett's legacy at Clemson is on full display.
On3.com polled some of the top players in the country and more than half said they would take a better fit over money when selecting a school.
As the calendar pushes into June, Clemson football is handing out offers to 2026 prospects.
As we get further into the summer, conversations about realignment will certainly reach a fevered pitch.
Clemson basketball gets a huge addition as Chase Hunter decides to return to Tiget Town.
Legendary basketball player Bill Walton dies just days after we talked about his legacy.
As we approach the pay-for-play era in college sports Swanny resets his idea for keeping things even and one huge concern.
Clemson baseball falls at the ACC Tournament to Miami, plus Swanny's not sure if he knows a single song by the Grateful Dead.
Controversy at the high school level leaves Summerville outside the state championship series in baseball.
Clemson Softball loses both matchups with SE Louisiana and is bounced from the Tuscaloosa Regional.
The World's No. 1 golfer, Scotty Scheffler, was arrested ahead of the second round of the PGA Championship after a tragic accident affected traffic in the area and led to a significant misunderstanding.
Will Clemson's lack of use of the transfer portal lead to the Tigers falling from being one of the elite programs in college football?
ESPN released the game times for Clemson vs. Georgia, which will be played at noon on August 31.
Wake Forest sweeps the No. 2 Clemson baseball team one week ahead of the final series of the regular season.
Clemson Softball falls at the ACC tournament to Duke in extra innings on a bang-bang play at the plate.
Legendary Soccer Coach Phil Savitz joins the show to discuss his illustrious 45-year coaching career.
A SC judge orders the ACC to allow Clemson to study ESPN contracts and media rights agreements.
Are we really headed towards a system where college players have pensions if they play four years?
Sammy Watkins says he would be interested in being on staff at Clemson if he returns to finish his degree.
Clemson opens up a can at Louisville after the Cardinals' Dylan Hoy taunted the Tigers in game two.
Jaden Rashada is headed back to an SEC school as the Arizona State transfer has selected Georgia.
Deion Sanders will live and die by the portal-- but he doesn't seem concerned about the players who are leaving.
The NBA Playoffs are on the horizon, and Swanny likes the format compared to the NCAA's First Four.
The Masters heads into the weekend, and Swanny has a new story from the recruiting world.
As UConn wins their 6th title since 1999, Swanny looks into some of the best runs ever, along with the Big Ten not winning a basketball title since 2000.
The biggest storyline after Clemson's spring game still centers on the quarterback spot after Trent Pearman, a former walk-on, had the best performance in Death Valley on Saturday.
North Carolina State and UConn both place teams in the Men's and Women's Final Four, but the Wolfpack Men are wearing the slipper in March Madness.
Clemson comes up short of their first Final Four falling 89-82 to Alabama in the Elite Eight.
Mike Uva says that even if players take advantage of the NIL system and the transfer portal, programs still have to take care of their garden because everyone else is.
Clemson is in the Sweet Sixteen for the fifth time in program history and the second time in Brad Brownell's tenure.
6th seed Clemson battles 11th seed New Mexico in the opening round of the 2024 NCAA Basketball Tournament.
David Glenn discusses Clemson's Lawsuit against the ACC, plus Tim Bourret joins the show.
Once No. 16 seed UMBC beat No. 1 seed Virginia in 2018, the doors were opened for 16-seeds everywhere.
Nick Saban speaks on the state of college football in Washington, D.C., plus Clemson defensive end T.J. Parker met with the media to discuss spring ball.
Clemson is the No. 6 seed in the ACC Tournament as the Tigers lost on the road at Wake Forest to close the regular season.
Clemson needs to win out to secure a double-bye at the ACC Tournament as the Tigers face Syracuse on Senior Night.
Clemson will win the Palmetto State Rivalry in baseball after consecutive 5-4 wins this weekend.
Clemson's series with South Carolina will begin on Saturday as heavy rains rolled through the Midlands on Friday.
Losses by Wake Forest and Virginia have given Clemson a shot at making a run to the No. 3 seed in the ACC.
A batch of hot fries has turned the heat up on the Tuesday edition of Clemson Sports Talk.
Clemson basketball continues their run, plus an injured Dukie leads to conversations about banning court storming.
Swanny thinks $600, and a copy of EA Sports College Football 25 is plenty for student-athletes-- in fact, it's too much.
As Clemson prepares for a road game at Georgia Tech, Swanny discusses how often Brad Brownell gets the short end of the luck stick.
Is the NFL a better coaching gig now that college football has let the transfer portal and NIL run wild?
Swanny doesn't think the Tigers have a snowball's chance in a microwave to win at North Carolina.
Clemson's football staff gets some significant raises. Read more about it on ClemsonSportsTalk.com.
Boston College's Jeff Hafley leaves coaching in college noting NIL and the transfer portal as reasons for his departure to the NFL.
Clemson basketball falls in the final seconds at Duke-- and it's a script we've all seen before. Plus, Clemson's Elite Retreat yields huge results.
As Clemson gets ready for a huge recruiting weekend, Swanny dives into some of the guys we've confirmed will visit.
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Clemson's 2024 Football Schedule is out!
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Clemson picks up their fourth commit from Virginia in the 2025 class in elite DE Ari Watford.
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Clemson is one of three ACC teams projected in the NCAA Tournament, largely because of their win over South Carolina-- oh, the irony.
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Finally someone is in college longer than Swanny. Plus, relive some interviews from earlier in the week.
Swanny is still frustrated by Clemson's loss to Georgia Tech, plus Tim Bourret joins the show.
Clemson squanders an eight-point lead with just 1:33 left in the game against Georgia Tech.
Swanny's passion for Clemson basketball gave him some unique opportunities to shoot hoops with ACC greats in Littlejohn.
Swanny thinks two games a day over a three-day weekend is perfect for the NFL's six Wildcard games.
Nick Saban retires and Swanny doesn't think "being the guy that replaces the guy" is kept coaches from taking the Alabama job.
Florida State and the ACC are at odds; in the end, is it good or bad for the Clemson Tigers? Let's discuss.
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No. 1 Michigan wins the national title, knocking off No. 2 Washington 34-13 on Monday night.
Swanny didn't take the Jaguars losing at Tennessee very well, eliminating Jacksonville from playoff contention.
Clemson basketball heads to Miami for a road test in ACC play. Plus, Mike Uva joins the show to break down South Carolina's portal situation.
After an extended vacation, Swanny returns to recap Clemson's win over Kentucky, Florida State's faceplant, and the CFB Playoff Semifinals.
We set you up for the weekend as the 2023 Bowl Season begins. Plus, Swanny delivers a plan to fix the transfer portal and NIL.
Clemson brings home the national title with a 2-1 win over Notre Dame, giving the Tigers their 4th Soccer National Championship.
We hear from Clemson's Dabo Swinney and Kentucky's Mark Stoops ahead of the Tigers and Wildcats facing off later this month in Jacksonville at the Gator Bowl.
The NCAA proposes a new sub-division that could change the highest level of College Football.
Swanny continues to discuss Florida State being left out of the College Football Playoff.
Florida State becomes the first undefeated season in a Power Five league and not qualify for the College Football Playoff as Alabama passes the Noles for the final spot.
Swanny gets you tuned up for the weekend ahead as the CFB Playoff rankings will come together on Sunday.
Dabo Swinney makes two coaching staff changes as Thomas Austin and Lemanski Hall are out as assistant coaches.
Clemson secures 8 of 9 against South Carolina, and the Gamecocks have now won just five games at home against the Tigers since 1980.
Clemson and South Carolina face off under the lights at Williams-Brice Stadium as the Tigers look to win eight of the last nine matchups against the Gamecocks.
Swanny says you can sum up this week with three simple words....Who ya for?
Note: We are off the air on Wednesday and Thursday for Thanksgiving.
Clemson and South Carolina face off on Saturday in Williams-Brice Stadium.
Note: We are off the air on Wednesday and Thursday for Thanksgiving.
Swanny takes a long, hard look at the ACC's passing defense vs. the Pac-12 to decide if the uptick in D.J. Uiagalelei QBR is about Oregon State's coaching vs. Clemson's staff.
Swanny discusses what he thinks it would take to pull Dabo Swinney from Clemson to College Station-- and it's a lot!
Clemson Women's Basketball Coach Amanda Butler joins the show, plus Tommy Bowden gives his thoughts on the Tigers and Yellow Jackets.
Swanny believes that Clemson's brand has been elevated so much by Dabo Swinney that it's had an impact on the other sports on campus.
Swanny says he doesn't think the current Michigan players missing out on a CFB Playoff opportunity should be considered in the least. They chose to go to Michigan, trusted Harbaugh, and if the allegations are confirmed, have to face the consequences.
Heading into the back end of the season Clemson can let some of the players they expected to redshirt play given the NCAA's new policies.
Clemson prepares to face off with No. 15 Notre Dame in a game that could drop the Tigers below .500 in November for the first time since 2008.
Swanny looks at the initial CFB Playoff rankings and stands firmly that in an expanded playoff, the Group of Five doesn't need a seat. Plus, Deion Sanders thinks the NCAA or the Rose Bowl owes his players money for stolen jewelry, but Swanny says that's on Sanders for not advising them on getting insurance.
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Dabo Swinney goes on a rant against Tyler in Spartanburg during his weekly call-in show. The full exchange can be heard on ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson goes from playoff hopes to hoping to win a game after falling to 4-4 vs. NC State.
After a shocking 4-3 start to the season, Clemson needs to win at NC State on Saturday to give themselves a chance to continue Dabo Swinney's 10+ wins streak alive.
Clemson and NC State face off on Saturday, plus Swanny is still shocked at the response to Michigan's situation.
Clemson falls to 4-3 after losing in double-overtime against Miami on a questionable 4th down play on offense by Cade Klubnik.
It's another What to Watch Wednesday on the show. Plus, Brock Purdy is a steal compared to other QBs in the NFL, but just how much? Find out!!
The voice of the Washington Huskies Tony Castricone joins the show. Plus, Mike Uva gives us his thoughts on South Carolina's loss to Florida.
Swanny believes that Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy should be on the hot seat if the Cowboys don't win more conference titles in the new Big 12.
What's in a name? Swanny dives into some rivalry names that have been changed over the years-- and why.
Swanny asks Dabo Swinney about designed run calls for Cade Klubnik as the bye week rolls along.
Clemson knocks off Wake Forest 17-12, plus Trevor Lawrence and Travis Etienne deliver for Jacksonville in England.
Should Clemson consider changing the name of Frank Howard Field after Dabo Swinney's career is done?
Swanny argues that there is a lot of value to being in the ACC for Clemson and Florida State.
Dabo Swinney closes in on Frank Howard as the all-time winningest coach in Clemson history.
Swanny is surprised to discover how well Cade Klubnik has done statistically in year two compared to Deshaun Watson and Trevor Lawrence.
In the last year of the four-team playoff, Swanny is already excited about the future of the sport with a larger postseason.
Clemson falls 31-24 to FSU in overtime as another terrible turnover crushes the Tigers chance to win over a Top 5 Seminole team.
Swanny was out for several days with COViD, but returns ahead of Clemson's matchup with Florida State.
Heading into last weekend, it's fair to say Deion Sanders is the story in college football.
Swanny can appreciate low numbers on the defensive line, but so many multiples makes it hard to keep up.
As Clemson hammered Charleston Southern 66-17 on Saturday, concerns about costly turnovers by Cade Klubnik continued to echo in Death Valley.
Clemson gets ready for their home opener against Charleston Southern after a disappointing start to the week, falling at Duke 28-7.
As the world of college football continues down the NIL path, Swanny has an idea for programs looking to add a few star players.
Ahead of a big opening weekend in college football, the ACC voted to expand, adding Stanford, Cal, and SMU.
We hear from Dabo Swinney as Clemson prepares to face off with Duke. Plus, Swanny discusses Swamp Kings and the pressure that's on the Tigers heading into 2023.
With the speculation that Stanford, Cal and SMU might join the ACC, Swanny things we are headed towards a 72-team model in college football.
As we head towards the final year in the four-team playoff era, the path to a title should get more difficult-- or will it?
As Notre Dame and Navy gear up for a game in Ireland, Swanny talks travel for Clemson fans.
Swanny knows Dabo Swinney would be in favor of a few preseason games, but if the NFL's model is any indication, perhaps college football is doing it right.
Swanny finds an interesting nugget about Clemson and South Carolina when you look at years ranked in the Top 25 at the end of the season.
A storm rolls in and cuts Swanny off after just an hour on air. Listeners on the radio got to hear a replay of Monday's show in Hour 2.
Swanny's dad is turning 89 today, and we had to open the show with a shoutout, plus we recap a wild week on the program!
We hear from Dabo Swinney on today's show, plus Swanny dives into the money former Tigers are making in the NFL.
Swanny thinks about the future of college football, plus we hear from Xavier Thomas during today's show.
In perhaps the most significant change in college football history, the Pac-12, a long-standing league, disintegrated to just four teams in a matter of moments on Friday.
The dominoes begin to fall as the Pac-12 becomes the first Power Five Conference to close in on full dissolution.
Florida State wants a better deal, or it sounds like they might leave the ACC. Swanny doesn't think they have any way out.
Swanny begins to wind down his coverage from the ACC Kickoff, plus the league releases the All-ACC Preseason Team.
We hear from the Clemson contingent at the ACC Kickoff, including Will Putnam, Tyler Davis, Cae Klubnik, and Dabo Swinney.
Swanny is back on the floor at the Westin Hotel in Uptown Charlotte for a loaded second day at the ACC Kickoff.
Swanny hits the floor at the Westin Hotel in Uptown Charlotte as the 2023 ACC Kickoff gets underway.
Swanny dives into the top coordinator hires in college football heading into the 2023 season.
We've got more audio from Tiger Town and Swanny is hot and bothered about losing access to his Instagram account.
We dive into more audio from Clemson on Tuesday morning as the football staff met with the media.
As we get closer to the ACC Kickoff in Charlotte, Clemson hosts its annual media event in Tiger Town.
Lowell the Producer stops by the show to relive some great moments from his time with the show.
As we close in on our 10-year anniversary on iHeart Radio, Swanny begins to dive into the archives.
Swanny cannot understand why Dabo Swinney is on a graphic debating who is the third-best coach in college football.
Swanny likes Wes Goodwin, but believes he is on the hot seat after his first year as defensive coordinator.
On the brink of winning the College World Series, LSU gets hammered by Florida 24-4 in a shocking result. The final game will be played Monday night.
The College World Series continues to deliver as Wake Forest and LSU clash for the final spot in the Championship Series vs. Florida.
One of the top players in the 2024 class is moving across the country to play high school football in the Peach State.
As the College World Series rolls on fans are pouring into Rocco's Bar a spending a ton of money on jello shots.
One major Clemson star, All-American baseball player Billy Amick is in the transfer portal, and Swanny thinks there is an easy fix to the biggest issue in college sports.
4-Star running back Gideon Davidson's commitment to Clemson is the earliest commit the Tigers have had since 2018.
Texas' loss to Stanford in the Super Regionals was the type of gut-punch that sticks with fans for years!
Wake Forest hammers their way to Omaha, plus the RBC Canadian Open delivers a moment many will never forget.
Clemson's approach to recruiting is simple, and it continues to work-- even in the NIL Era of college football.
Clemson incredible run during Erik Backich's first season as head coach comes to an end-- but the future looks bright.
Swanny doesn't think Miami is one of the greatest teams in NBA history-- but if they win they NBA Title, they have to be consider as making one of the greatest runs ever.
Clemson Softball faces off with the top team in America as they take on No. 1 Oklahoma in Norman.
Clemson opens ACC Championship play against Virginia Tech on Wednesday. Will the Tigers hot bats travel to Durham as pool play begins for Erik Bakich's squad?
With the landscape in college football changing due to NIL, does Dabo Swinney have to adjust his stance on not offering younger high school players?
Clemson baseball continues their late season run, plus the Tiger Softball team is headed to face No. 1 Oklahoma.
Swanny's passion for the NHL had him up late Thursday night, plus Clemson baseball opens up with a great start against North Carolina.
Clemson's baseball team has been putting up so many runs per game that Swanny has a unique comparison for Tiger fans.
As the ACC Spring Meetings close, it sounds like the league might be pushing toward a distribution model that favors the best teams.
Clemson baseball continues to be on a tear-- sweeping Virginia Tech and vaulting to No. 7 in D1Baseball's Top 25 Poll.
Bo Jackson is in the news after he revealed a strange situation he's been dealing with, plus Clemson softball prepares to open play at the ACC Tournament.
Swanny wonders if professional sports could have been better now that contracts have reached such massive amounts by not having guaranteed money.
Swanny thinks all the talk about Flordia State this offseason indicates that the national media is tired of focusing on Clemson.
Clemson baseball continues its hot streak with a sweep of No. 22 Louisville. The Tigers might have a chance to host a regional if they put together a solid finish to the season.
We will soon know what caused Clemson's offensive issues in 2021 and 2022-- was it the offensive playcalling or quarterback play?
With an expanded playoff looming, Swanny suggests a slight change to the redshirt rule in college football.
Swanny tests Chat GPT on the air to see how it works for radio content-- and the results are shocking!
Has NIL made the decision to turn pro more difficult for players-- and did undrafted free agents make a mistake leaving early?
Clemson has the best percentage of five-star players drafted into the NFL since 2012 in the nation.
Swanny isn't a huge fan of replay, but what he watched in the Stanley Cup Playoffs has him scratching his head.
Since Saturday, players have been pouring OUT of Colorado, and it's honestly a bit unnerving.
Clemson baseball secures a much-needed sweep at NC State, plus Colorado has lost 15 players to the transfer portal since their spring game on Saturday. What's going on for with Deion's squad?
As the transfer portal opens, more major names begin to enter-- but Swanny says there needs to be at least some consequences for entering the portal.
As Clemson and South Carolina prepare for their spring games this weekend, Swanny discusses what he's looking forward to seeing in Tiger Town.
In an era of NIL, the future of the Power 5 seems like it will always be on-watch for teams to maneuver to a better situation.
Clemson's spring game will not be on regular television this weekend-- but Virginia's will be. Swanny suggests a way to give exposure to all teams in the ACC during spring.
Swanny decides that a coin flip would be a better way to pick the Final Four than logic and reason.
Tim Bourret stops by the show to give an update after spending a day at Clemson's spring practice.
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Swanny dives into Tee Higgins changing jersey numbers in the NFL, plus Tiger basketball should be kicking themselves looking at the NIT Championship.
If the early rounds of the NCAA Tournament are any indication, then The Final Four is sure to deliver a wild finish to an exciting basketball month.
As the NCAA Tournament rolls along, Swanny takes a look at Rick Barnes' continued lack of post-season success.
Swanny dives into some great March Madness memories from years past, plus the history of One Shining Moment.
Swanny picks the Sweet Sixteen from the remaining teams left in the NCAA Tournament-- can he get more than 12 games correct?
As March Madness kicks off, YouTubeTV begins to offer the ability to watch four games at once.
Clemson falls in the NIT as the No. 1 seed, and Swanny thinks that loss stole more than missing the NCAA Tournament ever could from a historic basketball season.
Clemson's thumping of NC State at the ACC Tournament keeps the Tigers hopes of making March Madness alive.
Swanny wonders if a loss against NC State at the ACC Tournament could end the Brad Brownell Era at Clemson.
As Clemson gets ready for the ACC Tournament, Swanny says regardless of what the metrics say, the Tigers deserve to be in the NCAA Tournament.
Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik meets with the media after Clemson's first spring practice in 2023.
Clemson finishes 14-6 in the Atlantic Coast Conference and will be the No. 3 seed in the 2023 ACC Tournament.
In the midst of one of their best seasons ever, Clemson basketball still needs to win some games to get into the NCAA Tournament.
Tim Bourret remembers the Carolina Panthers' season in Clemson and how other schools saw it as a recruiting advantage.
Clemson falls 64-57 at Virginia with just one game left in the regular season. Can the Tigers make a run into the NCAA Tournament with a 13-6 record in ACC play?
Clemson hammers NC State 96-71 as they inch closer to making the NCAA Tournament.
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Swanny thinks Clemson might have Top 3 coaches in three sports in Tiger Town. What would a school look like with the top coach in all sports?
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Clemson gets a key victory at home over Syracuse, winning 94-54 over the Orange.
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Clemson basketball has had a great season, but the Tigers need to win some games down the stretch to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
Clemson basketball falls 83-73 to a terrible Louisville team-- possibly crushing the Tigers' hopes for postseason play after a great run to open the season.
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Clemson baseball kicks off the Erik Bakich Era vs. Binghamton.
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Chase Hunter's +/- vs. Florida State was absurd.
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Swanny says Clemson hoops-- and the fans in Littlejohn need to emerge tonight against Florida State in a must-win game.
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Swanny points out how wrong Morgan Thomas is with his take on the Super Bowl broadcast, plus would you be in favor of a Super Bowl Saturday?
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Swanny argues that Super Bowl LVII went from Top 10 all-time to one of the most anti-climatic in history because of one terribly timed penalty.
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Oklahoma and Texas are clear to land in the SEC in 2024-- a year earlier than expected.
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Swanny pushes in that college football needs to be played on campus!
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Our Luke Winstel was on the scene for the Senior Bowl and caught up with KJ Henry and Davis Allen. Hear the full interviews today!
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Three Tigers were projected as Top 15 picks in the upcoming NFL Draft, but will all three former Clemson players even be taken in the 1st round?
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Clemson basketball loses their first home game of the season but holds on to the top spot in the ACC after Virginia's loss against Virginia Tech.
Clemson misses on QB Walker White, but was there room for him in TIger Town, given NIL and the transfer portal?
The ACC releases the 2023 football schedule, and we dive into Clemson's path to Charlotte.
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With Clemson basketball off to a record-setting start in ACC play, Swanny asks, What's the greatest moment in Tiger hoops history?
Clemson basketball is off to a great start in ACC play, plus Morgan Thomas swings by the show to discuss Tiger football and recruiting.
Clemson basketball continues its winning ways-- and what's great is that they don't just win with one style of play.
The Tigers prepare for a weekend matchup with Virginia Tech, plus Dexter Lawrence is getting high praise in the NFL.
Clemson basketball finally lost a conference game after a record-setting opening to the season, 7-0 in the league, with an 87-77 loss to Wake Forest.
Dabo Swinney fires Brandon Streeter after just one season as offensive coordinator and brings in TCU's Garrett Riley fresh off the national championship game.
Swanny thinks Clemson's offense could use a refresh-- little does he know Dabo Swinney is about to drop a bomb on Tiger Nation.
Many college football fans are upset that they had to be subjected to Georgia's 65-7 win over TCU in the National Championship. Swanny takes a deep dive into the semifinals, championship, and Super Bowl history to see just how things have played out for the CFB Playoff.
No. 1 Georgia hammers No. 3 TCU 65-7 in the CFB Playoff National Championship to win their second consecutive title.
Former five-star defensive end Xavier Thomas announces he will return to Clemson along with Tyler Davis and Ruke Orhorhoro.
Clemson's Hunter Tyson puts together a performance for the ages as Clemson basketball continues to roll.
Mike Uva joins the show to recap South Carolina's loss to Notre Dame in the Gator Bowl, plus Swanny talks Cade Klubnik.
Clemson's matchup with Tennessee in the Orange Bowl will be Dabo Swinney's 200th as the Tigers' head coach.
Several of Clemson's top defenders are leaving the door open for a return to Tiger Town.
Swanny says that E.J. Williams' latest tweet is another sign of transfer portal problems for players.
Several key players have opted out of the Orange Bowl, including Clemson's Myles Murphy and Tennessee's Jalin Hyatt.
Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach passed away at age 61 following a heart complication at his home over the weekend.
Mike Uva and William Qualkinbush join the show on a loaded Tuesday afternoon. Plus, Swanny dives into a plan to slow down NIL and the transfer portal at the same time.
Following Caleb Williams being named the 2022 Heisman winner, Swanny takes a look at the way-to-early contenders in 2023.
As the transfer portal continues to turn, there is another bad development brewing for college football.
Over 1,000 players are in the transfer portal, but finding a home will not be easy for a lot of players.
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A changing of the guard at quarterback leads the conversation as Clemson closes in on the offseason.
Cade Klubnik leads Clemson to an ACC Championship on Saturday and D.J. Uiagalelei hits the transfer portal on Monday.
As Clemson preps for their 7th ACC Championship Game in eight years, Swanny notes that even though some are disappointed with the season-- it's all about the climb.
Could Lane Kiffin take the Auburn job? If he does, how bad does he look after a series of tweets pushed back against the news that he could be gone?
Would you rather get to the playoffs and lose or finish with a win in the Orange Bowl if those were the only two choices?
Clemson moves up to No. 9 in the CFB Playoff rankings, and Swanny said there is just one thing to do-- just keep winning.
Clemson gets past Louisville 31-16, but the offense continues to have moments where they go into a turtle shell on offense.
Swanny thinks Clemson needs to open up the offense and stop playing tentative on offense.
Swanny thinks the CFB Playoff Committee will keep Clemson inside the Top 10 for several reasons.
For the first time in Dabo Swinney's tenure, Clemson faced a 28-0 deficit on Saturday night.
No. 4 Clemson heads to South Bend to take on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as Tommy Bowden, Tim Bourret, and Clemson Tom join the show. Plus, Swanny makes his prediction in the final segment!
Swanny things Clemson's defensive line is ripe for a showcase performance against Notre Dame.
Swanny revisits his thoughts on the CFB Playoff rankings after seeing the full list yesterday.
As Clemson gets ready to face Notre Dame, the first edition of the 2023 CFB Playoff rankings are released tonight.
As Clemson gets ready to face Notre Dame, the first edition of the 2023 CFB Playoff rankings are released tonight.
Clemson prepares to face Notre Dame, and Swanny doesn't think everything that happened this past weekend in the ACC wasn't terrible for the Tigers.
Clemson prepares to face Notre Dame, and Swanny doesn't think everything that happened this past weekend in the ACC wasn't terrible for the Tigers.
With the Tigers heading into the bye weekend, Swanny reflects on Texas A&M's poor effort against South Carolina.
With the Tigers heading into the bye weekend, Swanny reflects on Texas A&M's poor effort against South Carolina.
Former Clemson fullback Emory Smith joins the show, plus Tim Bourret spends some time with us on a Thursday afternoon. Additionally, Swanny dreams of what could have been after skipping the State Fair this year.
Former Clemson fullback Emory Smith joins the show, plus Tim Bourret spends some time with us on a Thursday afternoon. Additionally, Swanny dreams of what could have been after skipping the State Fair this year.
Mark Packer joins Swanny to discuss the conversations around the ACC following No. 5 Clemson's 27-21 come-from-behind win over No. 14 Syracuse.
Mark Packer joins Swanny to discuss the conversations around the ACC following No. 5 Clemson's 27-21 come-from-behind win over No. 14 Syracuse.
Cade Klubnik and Will Shipley rally No. 5 Clemson past No. 14 Syracuse after D.J. Uiagalelei's slow start on Saturday.
Cade Klubnik and Will Shipley rally No. 5 Clemson past No. 14 Syracuse after D.J. Uiagalelei's slow start on Saturday.
Watch the simulation of Clemson and Syracuse tonight, plus we talk college football with Clemson Tom, Luke Winstel, and Tommy Bowden.
Watch the simulation of Clemson and Syracuse tonight, plus we talk college football with Clemson Tom, Luke Winstel, and Tommy Bowden.
Former Clemson SID Tim Bourret joins the show to talk about the Tigers and Orange facing off in Death Valley.
Former Clemson SID Tim Bourret joins the show to talk about the Tigers and Orange facing off in Death Valley.
Swanny thinks he's identified a program that always reminds him of Clemson before Dabo Swinney took over in Tiger Town.
Swanny thinks he's identified a program that always reminds him of Clemson before Dabo Swinney took over in Tiger Town.
Clemson gets a re-commitment from Xecharia Owens, plus Gary Stokan, CEO and President of the Peach Bowl joins the show.
Clemson gets a re-commitment from Xecharia Owens, plus Gary Stokan, CEO and President of the Peach Bowl joins the show.
Clemson tops Florida State 34-28 to move to 7-0 on the season, setting up a matchup of unbeaten teams in Death Valley as Syracuse (6-0) comes to town.
Clemson tops Florida State 34-28 to move to 7-0 on the season, setting up a matchup of unbeaten teams in Death Valley as Syracuse (6-0) comes to town.
Swanny doesn't feel sorry for fans who run on the field or frustrated players who push camera workers.
Swanny doesn't feel sorry for fans who run on the field or frustrated players who push camera workers.
We hear from Mike Uva following South Carolina's win over Kentucky. Plus, Swanny thinks the NFL going soft on quarterback hits will eventually backfire on the league.
We hear from Mike Uva following South Carolina's win over Kentucky. Plus, Swanny thinks the NFL going soft on quarterback hits will eventually backfire on the league.
Swanny is glad the CFB Playoff is expanding but does he think Clemson would be in if there is one undefeated team in each of the Power 5 Conferences at the end of this season?
Swanny is glad the CFB Playoff is expanding but does he think Clemson would be in if there is one undefeated team in each of the Power 5 Conferences at the end of this season?
A loaded show features multiple guests, including Mike Glennon, Jake Herbstreit, Tim Bourret, and Jon Blau.
Clemson prepares to face Boston College this weekend. Let Swanny know where you'd go to eat great food and watch college football.
Clemson will play on ABC in primetime for at least three consecutive weekends after it was announced that the Tigers and Seminoles will also be a night game in Tallahassee.
As we head towards a busy weekend in college football, Swanny makes his prediction on Clemson and NC State.
As we head towards a busy weekend in college football, Swanny makes his prediction on Clemson and NC State.
As Clemson gets set for a matchup with NC State, Swanny dives into the trade secrets that Dabo Swinney openly gives away to opponents.
As Clemson and NC State close in on kickoff, the weather and field conditions could lead to a sloppy game in Death Valley.
No. 5 Clemson survives at No. 21 Wake Forest, 51-45 in double overtime, ahead of a Top 10 matchup in Death Valley with NC State.
As Clemson gets set to take on Wake Forest, listen to Friday's show while watching the simulation of the Tigers and Demon Deacons.
After hearing K.J. Henry talk about his time growing up as a Wake Forest fan, Swanny wants to know who you rooted for at times when you were young. Also, Tim Bourett shares memories of Frank Howard and Peahead Walker's relationship.
Swanny dives further into his thoughts on improving the transfer portal, plus Dabo Swinney previews Wake Forest. In addition, Swinney shared a touching reflection on Ella Bresee's life during his time with the media.
Swanny thinks it's important to rethink how the portal can best help players while keeping rosters intact during a season.
The Tigers move to 3-0 with a 48-20 win over La. Tech. Plus, Coach Sonny Cumbie and the Bulldogs make a huge impact on Clemson Nation with their tributes to the life of Ella Bresee.
Tommy Bowden gives us a unique look into the dollars and cents of recruiting. Plus, Swanny makes his official prediction on Clemson and La. Tech.
Will wideout Antonio Williams continue to make a positive impact on the Clemson offense? Plus, Swanny discusses how Williams can help D.J. Uiagalelei gain confidence.
Dabo Swinney didn't hold back during his weekly press conference when discussing Clemson's defensive effort against Furman on Saturday.
No. 6 Texas A&M, No. 8 Notre Dame, and Nebraska all fall at home to teams from the Sun Belt Conference.
On Friday's show, Swanny makes his official prediction on Clemson's matchup with Furman. Plus, Tommy Bowden, Clemson Tom, and Furman play-by-play man, Dan Scott, join the show.
Dabo Swinney's new contract will pay him $115 Million over the next ten years! Plus, Tim Bourret shares a great story about Dr. Fred Hoover following his passing on Monday night.
We hear from Dabo Swinney, Blake Miller, Will Taylor, and more this afternoon. Plus, Jon Blau stops by to talk about the Tigers as they prep for Furman.
No. 4 Clemson knocks off Georgia Tech 41-10 to open the season. Plus, Mike Uva (Gamecock Central) and William Qualkinbush (105.5 The Roar) join the show.
Tommy Bowden joins the show ahead of a big opening weekend in CFB. Plus, the College Football Playoff is set to expand to 12 teams in the very near future.
Dabo Swinney had a lot to say on Thursday about Clemson’s opener against Georgia Tech, including an important stat on conference openers. Plus, Swinney pushed his stance forward that NIL is good for the players, especially at Clemson, where it’s become a purpose-driven initiative.
Clemson players and coaches faced the media Wednesday. Here are some key moments from this morning in Tiger Town.
Clemson's 2022 depth chart is released ahead of their season opener with Georgia Tech. Plus, Swanny dives into if Notre Dame can fend off being blown out by Ohio State.
Lowell the Producer makes his triumphant return to the show one week before Clemson and Georgia Tech kickoff in Atlanta.
Swanny wants to know how long a program should give a coach to turn things around in this era of College Football.
We take a serious walk down memory lane with Tim Bourret to discuss "We're No. 1! The Story of 1981 Clemson Football."
Which program that was once winning championships on a consistent basis will return to the top of CFB first?
Swanny dives into last night's presentation of "We're #1! The story of 1981 Clemson Football.
Swanny wants to know the one reason you aren't optimistic about Clemson's season in 2022? Plus, a plane crashes (the pilot wasn't hurt) right in front of Clemson Tom during our interview.
Big money rolls into the Big 10, plus Swanny discusses a future without the NCAA involved in College Football. Plus, Tim Bourret shares some incredible stories about Clemson legend Frank Howard.
Swanny dives into the teams outside the Top 9 that he believes can make a legit run at the playoffs. Plus, we hear from Malcolm Greene, Tyler Venables, and our guest Jon Blau.
After the release of the Coaches, AP, and ESPN Power Rankings Swanny thinks is time to address the "Power Five" in the Power 5.
Clemson lands their 20th commitment over the weekend, plus we've got loads of audio following the Tigers' scrimmage on Saturday.
Clemson's Fall Camp is rolling along and we hear from Dabo Swinney ahead of the Tigers' first practice last week.
It's been a while since we've streamed LIVE and Swanny is going to try and take some calls during today's show.
If CFB shifts to 48 teams playing 'Big Boy' football, would South Carolina make the cut?
We've got more from the floor at the ACC Kickoff in Charlotte. Plus, Mike Uva stops by to talk about the Gamecocks following SEC Media Days.
Swanny is concerned that the landscape shift in college football threatens many rivalries-- including Clemson and South Carolina.
Swanny returns from a short vacation and has several thoughts on the future of college football.
Swanny continues to react to the news of UCLA and Southern Cal heading to the Big Ten. Plus, the show is headed into a week-long break over the 4th of July.
Clemson baseball coach Erik Bakich joins Swanny on this edition of The Show that Shakes the Southland.
We are joined by Mike Farrell to talk about the changes in recruiting with NIL and the transfer portal.
Swanny is joined by Clemson's Director of Athletics Graham Neff to talk about hiring new baseball coach Erik Bakich.
LIV Golf is making a move on the PGA and the future of golf might never be the same-- and that's not a terrible thing.
The Golden State Warriors win their 4th title in the Steph Curry Era, and they did it on the road in Boston-- just the second team ever (LA Lakers, 1985) to close out a series in Beantown.
Former Clemson Tiger Tony Horne joins the show to talk about his career and recovery after being paralyzed in a car accident in 2017.
Swanny returns to broadcasting the show on Facebook, Youtube, and Twitter. Plus and looks to add more to the show soon!
Hunter Renfrow lands a new contract with the Raiders for $32,000,000 with $21,000,000 guaranteed.
Clemson stays hot on the recruiting trail, plus Swanny tells a great story from a visit to St. Louis.
Swanny recaps a big weekend in Tiger Town, including Dabo Swinney's fadeaway over commit Banden Strozier that excited onlookers.
Swanny resets his interview with Monte Lee, plus gives us his thoughts on the importance of Dabo Swinney's Camps.
Monte Lee joins Swanny to discuss his time at Clemson, plus Kendall Rogers from D1Baseball.com gives us his thoughts on the Tigers' opening.
Swanny hits the airwaves just after it was announced that Clemson would make a change at the top of the baseball program.
As pressure builds around Monte Lee, Swanny dives into an archived interview with Jack Leggett ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.
Clemson softball prepares for the biggest series in program history, plus Clemson baseball needs a big win at the ACC Tournament against No. 2 Virginia Tech.
Clemson baseball has its back against the wall after a 9-2 loss against North Carolina at the ACC Tournament.
Are you okay with schools that haven't won a CFB Playoff Title using the trophy in recruiting graphics?
Clemson softball is headed to the Super Regionals after winning all three games this weekend. Plus, the Tiger baseball team sweeps Boston College and is headed to the ACC Tournament.
Divisions are a thing of the past in the PAC-12. What could that mean for College Football schedules?
Swanny enjoys a great clip of his buddy Matt Warren delivering the call on what was at the time a game-winning homerun, hit by his daughter Livi, in a local high school softball game.
Clemson Softball will host their first ever regional in just the program's third season.
After a strange season, Clemson's baseball team could host a regional or be out of the NCAA Tournament depending on how they close. The Tigers head to Charlottesville for a big weekend series with No. 9 Virginia.
Swanny isn't against a change in scheduling for the ACC, but he does believe that a complete adjustment ever 10 years would be better in the long run.
Swanny tries to figure out the 3-3-5 schedule, only to learn it's supposed to be 3-5-5 but was tweeted incorrectly.
Reports surface that the NCAA aims to crack down on boosters disguising 'pay for play' as name, image and likeness payments.
Swanny suggests that players should have to choose to be in either the NIL Track or the Transfer Portal Track.
Clemson places just two players in the 2022 NFL Draft as Andrew Booth Jr. was taken in the Second Round, No. 42 overall, Minnesota Vikings and Baylon Spector went to Buffalo in the Seventh Round, No. 231 overall.
As we close in on the 2022 NFL Draft, Peyton Manning partners with Georgia Tech on a scholarship in the late Demaryius Thomas' name.
Swanny takes a look at one strange fact from the NFL Draft, plus Clemson's latest basketball commit, Boston College transfer Brevin Galloway joins the show.
Swanny thinks Lincoln Riley's move to USC will make him easy to hate for college football fans.
Clemson wins their series with No. 9 Florida State as Max Wagner's hot bat keeps on keeping on.
Swanny discusses Clemson's preseason FPI Ranking and the influence that puts the Tigers in a good spot nationally.
Clemson picks up four-star quarterback Christopher Vizzina. Hear his full ceremony in this episode of Clemson Sports Talk!
Clemson's spring game has come to a conclusion. Find out some of Swanny's biggest takeaways in this episode of The Show that Shakes the Southland!
Clemson's spring game is tomorrow at 1 PM and with a rash of injuries, there will be plenty of young players getting reps in Tiger Town.
Clemson's running game could be a series issue for teams if all three backs live up to their potential in 2022.
Did the Jayhawks have an epic comeback or did the Tar Heels meltdown in the National Championship. Let Swanny know what you think!
We've come to the NCAA Championship as North Carlina and Kansas hit the floor tonight. Plus, could you retire with a loss to the Tar Heels in the Final Four if you were Coach K? Find out what Swanny says about it.
During Coach K's final season, Duke and North Carolina are set to face off for the first time in the NCAA Tournament-- and it's taking place at the Final Four.
Swanny's bracket took a major hit! He should have seen that coming! Plus, Deshaun Watson gets introduced in Cleveland.
As we close in on the NCAA Tournament, Swanny talks hoops. Plus, we hear from Clemson's OL coach Thomas Austin after he met with the media late last week.
Swanny thinks this is the season that Gonzaga FINALLY wins a basketball national title.
After Clemson's heartbreaking loss to Virginia Tech in the ACC Tournament, Swanny dives into the archives for an interview with Coach Cliff Ellis.
Clemson baseball sweeps South Carolina, plus the Tiger basketball team is headed to the ACC Tournament riding a four-game winning streak.
This weekend, Clemson (8-0) and South Carolina (7-1) are set for a three-game series across the Palmetto State.
Clemson comes from behind to knock off Georgia Tech, plus we hear from Dabo Swinney as the Tigers open Spring Camp.
Clemson basketball wins another game without P.J. Hall in the lineup, and Chase Hunter has his second consecutive career night against Boston College.
The Tigers head into the weekend looking for a road win at Boston College after a good win against Wake Forest.
Clemson basketball pulls off a surprising 80-69 win over Wake Forest without star center P.J. Hall.
Swanny talks Clemson hoops ahead of another must-win game against Wake Forest. Plus, hear a great story from Swanny's time playing high school basketball.
Swanny agrees with Tom Izzo on handshake lines after basketball games-- Don't overreact!
Clemson gets ready to open the 2022 baseball season against Indiana. Plus, Our Favorite Golfer is headed across the pond.
Swanny is joined by former Clemson SID Tim Bourret, plus an archived interview with Greg Buckner kicks off the show.
Clemson drops another close on 81-80 at FSU. P.J. Hall scored 28 points to lead the Tigers, but once again, it wasn't enough.
Tee Higgins has a huge game, but the Bengals come up short 23-20 in the Super Bowl against the Rams.
Clemson falls to Duke, and a terrible hit from David Collins is the talk of college basketball. Plus the Super Bowl looms as the Rams take on the Bengals in Los Angeles.
Swanny is joined by Jordan Roper to talk about the new initiative to recognize former Tiger basketball stars.
Clemson falls 79-77 against North Carolina in a similar fashion to how Swanny thought the game might play out.
Swanny is another year older as we head towards a matchup between Clemson and North Carolina tonight in Littlejohn.
Clemson falls at Georgia Tech over the weekend before entering a tough stretch in ACC play.
The Tigers get a good win over FSU on the hardwood, plus Swanny notices something funny during Clemson's 2022 NSD Show.
After signing 12 new members of the Clemson Family during the early signing period in December, an additional eight future student-athletes signed National Letters of Intent on Wednesday to play football at Clemson.
The Super Bowl is set as the Bengals and Rams will face off for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
Swanny feels like this past weekend's NFL Playoff results support his argument for a larger College Fotoball Playoff.
We talk with Mike Uva from Gamecock Central, plus Marc Paisant joins the show to talk about his podcast Relatively Normal, which focuses on mental health and wellness.
Swanny digs a bit deeper into Hunter Johnson's return to Clemson. Plus William Qualkinbush and Jon Blau join the show to talk about the Tigers.
Xavier Thomas announces that he is returning to Clemson, plus a former five-star is headed back to Tiger Town after transferring out in 2018.
Clemson basketball attempts to win three ACC road games in a row for the first time in 25 years. Plus, Swanny continues to recap the 2022 National Championship.
Swanny has to eat a little crow after Georgia knocked off Alabama in the National Championship.
Swanny is joined by Tim Bourret, plus more on D.J. Uiagalelei and Clemson adding Nick Eason.
Dabo Swinney stirs up the college football world with his comments on the transfer portal.
Power Five head coaches are on the move as Lincoln Riley leaves Oklahoma for Southern Cal and Brian Kelly leaves Notre Dame for LSU.
Clemson hammers South Carolina, 30-0, extending their winning streak against the Gamecocks to seven.
Clemson and South Carolina battle in Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday after snapping a 111-year streak due to COVID-19.
With Virginia Tech's job open, Swanny dives into Shane Beamer's comments on South Carolina.
Clemson beats UConn 44-7 on Saturday, but things still don't feel normal on offense with a huge game looming against Wake Forest.
Swanny starts to think through the new CFB Playoff Rankings, plus ACC Championship Game scenarios.
With 2021 playing out like it has, Swanny wonders about how Clemson will be judged this offseason.
Hear a great story from Dabo Swinney on today's show-- or head over to ClemsonSportsTalk.com to check it out now and read the article.
After Clemson's latest loss, 27-17 against Pitt, Swanny thinks it's almost become comical to watch the mistakes the Tigers are making on the field.
Swanny says Clemson's defense will have to play their best to help the Tigers knock off Pitt.
There is a new No. 1 in College Football as Texas A&M knocked off No. 1 Alabama on Saturday.
Swanny and Brett Ciancia talk College Football, plus Faxon Childress makes his debut on the show.
We wrap up the simulation, plus Swanny makes his official prediction for today's game in Raleigh.
As Clemson gets set to face off with NC State, we roll the simulation of today's game. Plus, Tommy Bowden stops by the show.
Swanny wants to know questions he could have asked to Dabo Swinney that would have been worse.
We are talking Tigers vs. Wolfpack as Clemson gets ready for their first road trip of the season.
Matt Bockhorst is ready to ride with D.J. Uiagalelei, but it seems like Tiger fans don't feel the same way.
Mike Uve joins the show to discuss Clemson and South Carolina's weekends on the gridiron.
Clemson survives a scare against Georgia Tech one year after hammering the Yellow Jackets 73-7.
Clemson faces off with Georgia Tech on ABC at 3:30 this weekend. (Game simulation audio plays accidentally for a portion of the podcast)
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Tim Bourret gives us a peek behind the curtain of Clemson's travel through the years.
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Swanny talks road trips, plus a classic story from Raleigh in 1999.
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Week 2 of the college football season dropped several shocking results including FSU losing to an FCS program.
Swanny cannot believe what he heard about how Clemson's matchup with Georgia went according to one analyst.
Former Clemson players litter lineups around the country, but one situation, in particular, has caught Swanny's attention.
The Clemson vs. Georgia game has a new vibe as the Tigers and Dawgs open with a Top 5 matchup.
Dabo Swinney speaks with the media after Clemson's last media session before game week!
The ACC, Big Ten, and PAC-12 could be forming an alliance to work together with scheduling moving forward.
Olin Buchanan from TexAgs.com joins the show to give us the scoop out of College Station on the addition of Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC.
As the college landscape shifts, we catch up with both Charles Arbuckle and Ryan McGee.
We sat down with Paul Catalina from SicEm365.com to talk about the future for Baylor and the Big XII.
Swanny pulls a fast one and drops the podcast 45 minutes before the show is off the air.
How many national titles would Swanny have to offer you before you would take the deal?
Has Dabo Swinney already passed Bobby Bowden as the best head coach in the history of the ACC?
Dan Scott joins the show to talk about his life in sports. Plus, William Qualkinbush hits the airwaves in hour two!
College players across the country can now be paid for their name, image, and likeness.
Swanny is feeling a bit old as his son turns 12, but there is a great story about their trip to the National Championship on the backside of the program.
We are joined by Mark Childress to talk about Clemson's Greatest Games picking up an Emmy.
Swanny is back after a mini-vacation, but is already anxious to turn his attention to the fall.
Dabo Swinney's investment of time and activity is as important as any aspect of Clemson's program when it comes to recruting.
The possibility of an expanded playoff is back as the CFB Playoff looks at a 12-team solution.
On the first official day for student-athletes to visit campus, Clemson drops offers left and right to 2023 stars.
Clemson and Georgia Tech face off in a game that has zero significance at the ACC Tournament.
Clemson gets knocked around at the ACC Tournament by Louisville, essentially ending the 2021 season.
Phil Mickelson becomes the oldest golfer to ever win a major over the weekend winning the PGA Championship at Kiawah Island's Ocean Course.
Clemson's golf team qualifies for the NCAA National Tournament, plus the Tiger softball team wins their opener in Tuscaloosa.
It's looking like Clemson and Georgia will face off in Charlotte in front of a capacity crowd.
Clemson wins their final matchup with South Carolina 7-2 on Tuesday but falls in the series that began in February.
Will Trevor Lawrence put up ROTY type numbers? Swanny hopes he doesn't-- for a good reason.
Rumors that Justyn Ross was headed to Auburn or Alabama take off and Swanny blames the free movement in college sports-- not the transfer portal-- for the issue.
Clemson's Trevor Lawrence is expected to go No. 1 to Jacksonville tonight in the 2021 NFL Draft.
Travis Etienne's name is getting a lot of buzz just before the NFL Draft begins on Thursday.
Steph Curry is on another level and Dabo Swinney recently compared Trevor Lawrence to the NBA star.
A question from a listener has Swanny thinking back to Clemson's loss to Ohio State in the Sugar Bowl.
How much has your view of Deshaun Watson changed given the recent accusations against the former Clemson star?
The White team storms back for a 14-13 win over Orange, but loses a key backup Taisun Phommachanh.
The Big Ten has lost almost every team they placed in the tournament as upsets have rocked college basketball this March.
The 2021 Tournament is underway and one No. 2 seed, Ohio State, is already headed home.
Clemson hoops preps for the NCAA's while Tiger baseball gets ready to face Virginia Tech this weekend.
Clemson is back in the NCAA Tournament as a No. 7 and will face off with No. 10 seed Rutgers on Friday night at 9:20.
Clemson loses on the road at Syracuse giving up an opportunity to achieve a rare feat in Tiger basketball history.
We hear from D.J. Uiagalelei on this jam-packed episode as Swanny attempts to understand if Virginia Tech and Louisville not playing due to COVID-19 is good or bad for the Tigers.
How long can Clemson's run last and what is an outlandish number of consecutive ACC Championships they could win?
Some technical issues have kept us from posting the podcast but like the Terminator....We're back!!
Are players who walk away during the COVID-19 season quitting or do you grant them some leniency with the virus and testing?
The "Tiger Pt. 2" Edition - Former Tiger Mike Jones Jr. will finish his career playing in the "other" Death Valley.
Clemson knocks off UNC in a HUGE rebound game for the Tigers, plus they've now one 3 out of 4 against the Tar Heels for the first time ever.
Our long national nightmare is over....NCAA College Football from EA Sports is coming back!
The news that Dabo Swinney may have had COVID-19 recently became a huge topic of conversation yesterday evening. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The transfer portal is open and another Tiger slides in, but don't act like you don't know the name.
The "Hammerin' Hank" Edition - Legendary baseball player Hank Aaron died at age 86. Who was your sports hero growing up?
The "Free Release" Edition - Should players be allowed to freely leave programs that have violations on the horizon?
Clemson hopes to bounce back from their 85-50 loss to UVA as the Tigers take on Georgia Tech in Atlanta. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson's defense gets a shot in the arm with Xavier Thomas returning, plus Mike Uva explains the happy accident that is "The Uva" at Bojangles. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The "Wowsers" Edition - UVA beats the breaks off of Clemson basketball over the weekend.
The "Quick Change" Edition - Several moves appear to be happening in Tiger Town as it relates to the Clemson coaching staff.
The "Downtime" Edition - Many sports fans tend to step away for a little bit as the football season concludes. What do you do to occupy that space?
The "235 Days" Edition - Alabama brings home the national championship with a 52-24 win over Ohio State, and the countdown to the 2021 season has already started.
The "No. 28" Edition - C.J. Spiller is selected for induction in the College Football Hall of Fame. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The NFL kicks off the playoffs just a few days before Alabama and Ohio State face off for the CFB Title.
The "Skalski's Last Ride" Edition - James Skalski announces that he's coming back for another year in Tiger Town.
The "Thanks, Trevor" Edition - Clemson's Trevor Lawrence is headed to the NFL and will most likely be the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft.
The "Rebound" Edition - Clemson gets hammered by Ohio State, but Swanny's eyes are still looking ahead. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The "Sugar Bowl Preview" Edition - Lawton Swann and Rob Sanders (The Rundown) hang out on a Sugar Bowl Preview special.
The "Happy Holidays" Edition - We are off the air until December 31. Merry Christmas, everyone.
The "Sweetest Sugar" Edition - Clemson drops Notre Dame 34-10 booking their sixth consecutive trip to the College Football Playoff.
Swanny is shocked at Brian Kelly's answer to his question about bowl games. - Read more - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The "Rich Get Richer" Edition - The top teams in college football get the top players in the 2021 recruiting class.
The "Experimental" Edition: Swanny tries a new format with video interviews for those watching the show.
The "Re-up" Edition: Clemson and Notre Dame face off for a second time this season on Saturday at the ACC Championship Game.
Goodness, you guys, Swannys head might explode if he keeps getting right. He called it on 11-12-2020 and Michigan delivered on 12-8-2020.
Is a new head coach headed to Texas? Will South Carolina finally hire their new head coach? Plus, will Clemson drive a nail in Justin Fuente's coffin?
Swanny thinks one team might drop from the Top 4 and things need to improve in Columbus, Ohio if the Buckeyes want to be in the playoff.
Dabo Swinney is not interested in what FSU has to say about what happened on Saturday. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
As Clemson preps for FSU, Swanny wonders if/when the Seminoles will return to being one of the top teams in college football.
Clemson's been ranked No. 1 in every game they've played this season, but careless mistakes have hurt them several times. If they clean that up, there is no reason to believe they won't be back in the College Football Playoff.
Walt Disney Pictures’ “Safety,” a drama inspired by the uplifting story of former Clemson safety Ray McElrathbey is set to be released next month.
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In a limited evaluation of D.J., who was better as a freshman? Deshaun Watson, Trevor Lawrence, or D.J. Uiagalelei
Another SEC game is off the docket, at this rate, South Carolina and Ole Miss will be on CBS Saturday afternoon.
Dabo Swinney reveals that D.J. Uiagalelei's shoulder was still injured this weekend at Notre Dame.
Clemson falls at Notre Dame 47-40 in double-overtime, but the Tigers still have all of their goals in front of them.
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How confident are you in D.J. Uiagalelei heading into the Notre Dame game this weekend? - Let us know! - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Dabo Swinney says that No. 4 Notre Dame will be a different animal for D.J. Uiagalelei this Saturday in South Bend. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
D.J. Uiagalelei has a huge opening performance as Clemson comes back to knock off Boston College.
Terrence Oglesby joins us to talk about his new show that can be found on ClemsonSportsTalk.com - To get TO's new preseason magazine head to www.LetItFlyWithTO.com
Dabo Swinney announces that James Skalski will be out for the foreseeable future, plus could Big Trev The Giant Killer return for another season? ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Ajou Ajou is as impressive off the field as he appears to be on the field. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson and Syracuse hook up at noon tomorrow. Give us your score predictions! - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson and Syracuse hook up at noon tomorrow. Give us your score predictions! - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Dabo Swinney was asked to compare Trevor Lawrence and Deshaun Watson earlier this week. So we'll ask you...Who would be your starting quarterback?
Dabo Swinney was asked to compare Trevor Lawrence and Deshaun Watson earlier this week. So we'll ask you...Who would be your starting quarterback?
The Big Ten joins the college football fold this weekend we talk with Dan Hope from ElevenWarriors.com - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The Big Ten joins the college football fold this weekend we talk with Dan Hope from ElevenWarriors.com - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
It's another Talking Tuesday as No. 1 Clemson gets ready for the Syracuse Orange. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
It's another Talking Tuesday as No. 1 Clemson gets ready for the Syracuse Orange. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson is headed to Atlanta to face Georgia Tech and we've got the latest from Tiger Town. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The "U Gotta Be Kidding Me" Edition - Nick Saban has COVID-19 as the No. 2 Crimson Tide get ready to host No. 3 Georgia. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
On Tuesday, Swanny said to keep your eyes on one thing over the next 22 hours and the crystal ball was perfect. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
No. 1 ranked Clemson begins to turn their attention to Georgia Tech as we continue to wrap up the Miami victory. - ClemsonSportTalk.com
No. 1 ranked Clemson begins to turn their attention to Georgia Tech as we continue to wrap up the Miami victory. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson put the hammer down on Miami in Death Valley on Saturday evening. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson put the hammer down on Miami in Death Valley on Saturday evening. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Swanny thinks that the ACC, SEC, and Big 12 made a huge move by starting early given how the first month of the season has played out.
Swanny thinks that the ACC, SEC, and Big 12 made a huge move by starting early given how the first month of the season has played out.
Clemson and Miami have played some memorable games since the Hurricanes joined the ACC. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson and Miami have played some memorable games since the Hurricanes joined the ACC. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson has become one of the most consistent teams in America over the past five seasons. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Does Clemson steal signs? Is it a big deal? Rhett Lashlee doesn't think it is something to get worked up about. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Does Clemson steal signs? Is it a big deal? Rhett Lashlee doesn't think it is something to get worked up about. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Due to technical issues, we only were able to put together half of a show after Clemson's 41-23 win over Virginia. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The "Wahoos" Edition - No. 1 Clemson prepares to face Virginia in Death Valley, plus we hear from Monte Lee. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The "Wahoos" Edition - No. 1 Clemson prepares to face Virginia in Death Valley, plus we hear from Monte Lee. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The "Hold Firm" Edition - Former five-star Demarkcus Bowman has entered the transfer portal. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The "Hold Firm" Edition - Former five-star Demarkcus Bowman has entered the transfer portal. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson picks up another dual sport commitment, but what's happened to the top-flight players in multiple leagues? - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson picks up another dual sport commitment, but what's happened to the top-flight players in multiple leagues?
As Clemson gets ready to play Virginia, Swanny doesn't think it's right to use Mike Uva's last name in the title of the show. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
This episode is dedicated to one of our long-time listeners Cleveland Man, who recently passed away. His famous quote is played frequently on our show: "So you can continue to peek over the fence at the best radio show in the nation." - Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
This episode is dedicated to one of our long-time listeners Cleveland Man, who recently passed away. His famous quote is played frequently on our show: "So you can continue to peek over the fence at the best radio show in the nation." - Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
As the SEC comes online, No. 1 Clemson is on the sidelines and Swanny is not digging it. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
As the SEC comes online, No. 1 Clemson is on the sidelines and Swanny is not digging it. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The ACC has already made a big move as the ACC Title Game shifts to December 19th. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The ACC has already made a big move as the ACC Title Game shifts to December 19th. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
An outbreak of COVID-19 has caused Notre Dame to cancel their game with Wake Forest. - ClemsonSportsTalk.com
An outbreak of COVID-19 has caused Notre Dame to cancel their game with Wake Forest. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson hammers The Citadel 49-0, but Coach Brent Thompson wanted to play the full contest and Dabo Swinney loved it. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson hammers The Citadel 49-0, but Coach Brent Thompson wanted to play the full contest and Dabo Swinney loved it. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
After missing our spot last week, former Clemson head coach Tommy Bowden joins the show. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
After missing our spot last week, former Clemson head coach Tommy Bowden joins the show. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The final segment of CST before kickoff at Wake Forest to begin an uncertain 2020 season. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The only thing between Clemson and kickoff are the COVID-19 tests and the clock as it rolls along. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The NFL season kicks off with the two highest-paid players squaring off, one being Deshaun Watson. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The ACC would like to see every team play in the 2021 NCAA Tournament. Read more: ClemsonSportsTalk.com
The ACC would like to see every team play in the 2021 NCAA Tournament. Read more: ClemsonSportsTalk.com
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As we head into the weekend Swanny gives his thoughts on the season ahead. ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Will teams struggle to stay motivated without fans, plus how good was Clemson's 1978 team that went 11-1?
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Will a lack of fans at football games make it hard for teams to play with high levels of emotion? Come discuss on ClemsonSportsTalk.com.
Teams across the country are losing players as opting out has become more commonplace in college football.
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William Qualkinbush joins the show to talk about the weekend in sports. www.ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Ryan McGee joins the show to talk about his new book Sidelines and Bloodlines: A Father, His Sons, and Our Life in College Football.
Clemson's defense, under Brent Venables, has put itself on a different level in the offensive era.
We hear from Dabo Swinney after the Tigers wrapped up their final practice of the fall.
The AP Poll is out and the Big Ten and PAC-12 are in the Top 25. Do you agree with the move?
A new rule that could be put in place would be a game-changer for several players in college football. (Pt. 2)
A new rule that could be put in place would be a game-changer for several players in college football. (Pt. 1)
Swanny doesn't see how there will be more than a handful of opposing fans at games this season. (Pt. 2)
Swanny doesn't see how there will be more than a handful of opposing fans at games this season. (Pt 1)
We learn about the issue that may have shut down the Big Ten and Pac-12 with Dr. Jeff Travis from Lexington Medical Center.
The ACC, SEC, and Big 12 stand as the lone survivors out of the Power 5 leagues. Rest assured, the AAC will not be the next to fold as they see an opportunity on the horizon.
The Big Ten and Pac-12 hang up on the 2020 season before it gets started, leaving the Big 12, SEC, and ACC in limbo.
Swanny is intrigued by Clemson's September 19 open date.
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Clemson steps onto the scales to kick off fall camp, but one big name didn't weigh-in. Is Xavier Thomas' absence a bigger deal than expected? We find on Thursday when Dabo Swinney speaks with the media.
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Even with schedules starting to come together, the chances of a football season in the fall remain on the brink.
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Should Clemson and Notre Dame open up the season? Swanny makes the case for why it would be a smart idea.
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The SEC's decision to play conference only games has rocked the Palmetto State.
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The ACC extended an offer and the SEC slapped it away.
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Swanny enters the studio thinking the ACC might not make an announcement and 20 mins in the show gets rocked.
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Can Clemson land Payton Page in the 2021 class? Plus former four-star linebacker Bryton Constantin retires from the Tigers after three ACL surgeries.
Less than 72 hours after the MLB attempts to start the season, the Miami Marlins hit a huge snag that could be an indication of how difficult a college football season might be.
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After a good report from Clemson, we feel better about the college football season.
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The MLB gets started up and even a guy like Swanny who doesn't love baseball is excited to see it take place.
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Will the decision in New York turn the momentum for fan attendance in the ACC as Syracuse will not be allowed to have fans this fall?
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Is Texas crazy for hoping to see 50% capacity this season?
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Did Trevor Lawrence take his final knee in Death Valley?
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Could the ACC, SEC, and Big 12 align in 2020?
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SC State's football season is canceled due to COVID-19.
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Has Clemson's magic taken a hit due to COVID-19?
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Could Clemson and South Carolina not play this year after the Big Ten moves to only play conference games in 2020.
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Could the Power Five and Group of Five split and give us football in both the fall and spring this year?
While Swanny is on a family vacation, he sits down with his brother-in-law to talk about old school ACC hoops and much more.
Back in 2014, Deshaun Watson and the Tigers finally snapped South Carolina's longest winning streak against Clemson. Since that victory, the Tigers have won six straight and look for their seventh win in a row this season.
As we get closer and closer to the college football season, things continue to look bleak.
Swanny shares a funny story about Lowell the Producer and how he became a part of the show many years ago.
Swanny's article over the weekend caused quite a stir leading to an appearance on The Paul Finebaum Show. Check out the opinion piece here: https://clemsonsportstalk.com/s/5417/opinion-college-football-unlikely-to-take-place-in-2020
As Swanny gets ready for his summer vacation, we get some throwback content mixed with new content on the Thursday edition of the show.
We take a look at the best quarterbacks in college football, plus much more on the Wednesday edition of the show.
We hear from Dabo Swinney, Trevor Lawrence, and Darien Rencher as they spoke over the weekend in Clemson.
Swanny wants to know the most famous person to graduate from your high school. Text: 803-450-0086 and let us know!
William Qualkinbush joins us and is fired up about Swinney having to defend his program.
We are joined by Richmond Weaver to highlight Clemson's Greatest Games, a new series for Tiger fans across the state.
One of Swanny's dear friends makes a decision that could be the start of something new.
Social issues around the country and in Tiger Town have Swanny emotional on a Wednesday afternoon.
Mark Packer joins the show to talk about his guilty pleasure during the COVID-19 situation.
Teddy Heffner, host of Talking Sports, joins the show to talk about his life in sports.
Lots of campuses out west will not open this fall, and just like that college football takes potentially a huge hit.
We look back at Tommy Bowden's life in sports, plus one of the biggest blunders in financial history.
We continue our look back at some of the best Clemson basketball teams with a special guest.
Swanny dives into some classic stories from his time watching Clemson basketball in Littlejohn Coliseum.
As we close in on the NFL Draft, Isaiah Simmons makes a great point about why he should be drafted early.
We talk with Syd Smith from Greenville Print Solutions. Smith was the guy Dabo Swinney looked to when he wanted an All-In Chip for players in 2008.
We dive into our series on "Your Life In Sports with two more guests, Mark Childress and Clemson Tom.
We have a blast on the Thursday Edtion of the show as another interview leads to an unknown connection.
Being on their own, players getting ready for the NFL Draft are having to workout on their own.
We discuss one of the most heartbreaking moments for Clemson Tiger basketball with Cliff Ellis.
We talk with Daniel Shirley from The Athletic, plus think back on a painful Clemson loss.
Trevor Lawrence and his girlfriend are allowed to fundraise for Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Without sports, we'd give anything even if it means watching a heartbreaking Clemson loss.
Swanny's finally landed at the home studio as Clemson Sports Talk returns after a short break due to COVID-19.
Swanny wants to know the strangest thing you've watched since being locked down. Plus, the Texans deal DeAndre Hopkins in a terrible trade.
The sports landscape has been reshaped, but The Show that Shakes the Southland rolls along.
The NCAA pulls the plug on fans at March Madness games, but Swanny has a different idea.
We catch up with Mike Uva, Mark Childress, and Sean Pollard on an abbreviated edition of the show.
Clemson heads to the ACC Tournament and the COVID-19 Coronavirus could empty arenas across America.
Clemson hoops falls at Virginia Tech and the Tiger baseball team gets smashed 11-2 by College of Charleston.
Travis Etienne discusses his return to Clemson, plus you will be shocked at one name above his on the all-time ACC rushing list. Learn more: http://www.ClemsonSportsTalk.com
Clemson hoops is the only team in basketball with three Top 6 wins and Isaiah Simmons blisters the 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine. Check out http://www.ClemsonSportsTalk.com for more.
Clemson gets ready to face South Carolina on the diamond and Swanny is tired of Ohio State fans crying. Check out http://www.ClemsonSportsTalk.com for more.
Clemson hoops is one up-and-down ride, plus the Tiger softball team picks up a huge win over No. 14 Georgia. - Check out http://www.ClemsonSportsTalk.com for more.
Clemson drops another game on the hardwood without Aamir Simms, plus the XFL has one change that Swanny loves.
Swanny takes on another job shadow and the Clemson Softball team plays their inaugural game.
Clemson softball is ready to rock & roll, plus Gamecock fans are still waiting to Jordan Burch to do something...anything,
Clemson looks to get over .500 in league play and the Chiefs battle the 49ers in the Super Bowl.
Clemson'sis 69-5 in their last 74 games. Can they push their win total higher than 130 wins over the next five seasons?
Clemson hoops is playing better basketball, but the free throw line hasn't been their friend.
It sounds like Lyn-J Dixon will partner with Travis Etienne in Clemson's 2020 backfield.
Can Joe Ngata live up to the hype in 2020? ESPN tabs him as the Tigers' breakout player.
Clemson's 2020 season gets a huge boost as Travis Etienne returns for his senior season.
Clemson's Chase Brice will finish his career at another school after entering the transfer portal.
Swanny makes his way back from New Orleans after Clemson's 42-25 loss to LSU in the 2020 National Championship Game.
We are back and Clemson is set for another College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
We are headed to the holidays, but we will have a LIVE short show on Facebook on Friday to preview Clemson and Ohio State.
Clemson's run against the ACC has been impressive, but why aren't other leagues criticized when a team is as dominant?
The early signing period starts tomorrow, but Clemson gets an early gift as one star decides to return for his senior season.
Clemson hoops continues to struggle, while Tiger football hauls in a five-star surprise, Trenton Simpson.
Jalen Hurts' run to the College Football Playoff while Alabama sits home is a storyline we didn't see coming.
Jeff Scott is announced as the new head coach at USF, and the playoff is getting expensive.
Clemson gets ready for Virginia and Swanny goes to watch his Barnwell Warhorses and Deshawn Watson play in the state championship.
Travis Etienne repeats as ACC Player of the Year as the Tigers sweep the league's major awards.
Dabo Swinney is still frustrated by the conversations that have surrounded the Clemson Tigers.
Clemson cruises past South Carolina, 38-3, marking their 6th consecutive win in the series.
The Tigers and Gamecocks face off tomorrow and Swanny might do something he's never done on the air.
Swanny looks to the listeners to answer a possible question that 94% of our Twitter voters buys into.
Clemson ties 1972 Nebraska and 1944 Army with four consecutive wins of 45+ points or more.
As Clemson heads towards their game with Wake Forest, Myles Garrett steals the national story lines by hitting Mason Rudolph in the head with Rudolph's helmet in the NFL.
Swanny gives some interesting thoughts on the College Football Playoff rankings and Travis Etienne closes in on some significant rushing records.
Swanny is tired of the excuses from fans, plus we catch up with former Tiger Kourtnei Brown.
No. 3 Alabama drops a huge game against No. 2 LSU, and No. 4 Penn State comes crashing down at Minnesota.
The Tigers prepare for NC State and we have an exclusive interview with some people close to Hunter Renfrow on ClemsonSportsTalk.com
We dive into the first rankings that have Clemson on the outside of the Top 4 for the first time since 2014.
Clemson hoops opens up the 2019 basketball season and Dabo Swinney tells about the time he met Michael Jordan.
Swanny's new post season format seems great. Plus, Cade breaks down the proper way to talk.
Clemson cruises to a 59-7 win over Boston College while South Carolina falls at Tennessee.
Former Clemson Tiger Richard Yeargin returns to Death Valley with the Boston College Eagles.
We have a huge show lined up and there is a lot to cover ahead of Clemson's game against Louisville.
We hear from Dabo Swinney as Clemson preps for their 5th conference game of the season.
Swanny juggles three guests and we finally get two of three on the show and one has some HOT TAKES on the College Football Playoff.
We dissect the teams that can make the playoff and who was in Tiger Town watching FSU smash Clemson in 2013.
Don Munson joins the show and gives us an unknown connection and Cade knows his college mascots.
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The weekend ahead is loaded with top games and we dive in. Plus, South Carolina cannot afford to lose to Missouri.
Former Tigers Kelly Bryant and Tavien Feaster go head-to-head this weekend, Plus we hear from Dabo Swinney ahead of the Tigers and 49ers in Death Valley.
Clemson is out to a 3-0 start after knocking off Syracuse 41-6, but something still doesn't feel quite right....or is it something else?
Syracuse waxed Clemson 41-0 in the 1996 Gator Bowl and we dive into other painful bowl losses.
Swanny and Cade dive into South Carolina's loss to North Carolina and the upcoming matchup between the Tigers and Aggies.
Florida and Miami fail to deliver in Week 0, while the biggest news in sports dropped in the NFL.
Danny Pearman shared his thoughts on Clemson's special teams play and one name mentioned from Dabo Swinney raised Swanny's eyebrows.
Some media members can't understand that Kelly Bryant doesn't deserve a national championship ring.
Clemson continues to trend up, but are the Georgia Bulldogs the biggest threat to keeping the Tigers from a second consecutive title?
Conversations continue on the topic of Clemson passing Alabama, plus the transfer portal is a mess.
Clemson's Dan Radakovich says that the Tigers have adjusted the vetting process of all supplements to avoid another incident.
With a huge recruiting weekend looming, has Clemson surpassed Alabama as the place to play?
We hear from several interviews at the ACC Kickoff, plus a crazy idea out of the PAC-12 that Swanny likes!
An interesting piece out of Charleston leads Swanny to talk about family on his 13th anniversary.
Former Clemson wideout DeAndre Hopkins is one of just four players with a perfect rating on Madden NFL 20.
Clemson, representing the USA, brings home the gold medal at the University World Games.
Who has the better season in 2019: Jalen Hurts at Oklahoma or Kelly Bryant at Missouri?
The Show that Shakes the Southland adds a new affiliate in the Lowcountry adding The Zone 98.5 FM and 1340 AM.
Clemson's tight end production has been absent for several seasons and Swanny expects the trend to continue. Plus, will Space Jam 2 be a hit?
Swanny wants to know why the state of South Carolina never became a better basketball venue.
Swanny dives into the scariest defenders of all-time and Clemson's new assistant coach's old school is tough to pronounce.
If coach a sport at Clemson, don't you have to lean on Dabo Swinney to help take your program to the next level?
Clemson is knocked out of the Oxford Regional and it's officially time to talk football.
As Clemson get set for a trip to the Oxford Regional, we catch up with my former co-host of Y'all Sports Daily, Jeremy Kennedy from the home of the Ole Miss Rebels.
Coach Larry Penley joins Lawton Swann to talk about the Tiger golf team before the National Championship Tournament.
Clemson finds out two players Zach Giella and Braden Galloway will be forced to sit out a full year.
Clemson's Mat Clark pitches a gem at the ACC Tournament potentially locking up a postseason bid for the Tiger baseball team.
Swanny's brain misfires out of the gates as Clemson preps for a matchup with Louisville.
Clemson baseball falls 7-5 at the ACC's to Boston College, Tiger hoops gets some terrible news.
We are joined by Clemson head coach Larry Penley ahead of the Tigers' trip to the national championships in Arkansas.
Clemson baseball loses two-of-three against NC State and Swanny and Qualk dive into what's going on with the Tigers.
Clemson baseball gets a big win and Swanny finds out that CST is getting some good mileage thanks to one listener.
Clemson's recruiting hits a new level as a second 5-star prospect commits over the weekend.
Swanny jumps into great players who never made it to the top for a multitude of reasons.
Swanny talks about big football matchups he would like to see more of as we are closer to the beginning of college football than the end of last year.
Swanny dives into Clemson baseball's postseason hopes and a way too early look at the 2020 NFL Draft.
Dabo Swinney became the highest paid coach in college football with his newest extension. Clemson baseball prepares to take on GT in Atlanta. An old Clemson narrative makes another appearance.
Troubling news out of Clemson, as some issues surrounding the basketball program leak into the football program. Plus, Lowell the Producer has some big news himself.
Clemson baseball's losing streak continues, plus Swanny discusses the (0:28:32) possibility of Tavien Feaster leaving Clemson.
Clemson football gets a huge addition to the 2020 recruiting class. What could this mean for the rest of the class? Plus, Clemson baseball looks to get back on track against Winthrop.
Clemson baseball gets swept in another ACC series, this time by Duke. Is it time to hit the panic button on the season? Plus, one outlet thinks highly of Death Valley in 2019.
Clemson baseball looks to bounce back and get the ball rolling against Duke. Plus, where might Dexter Lawrence go in the NFL draft? And, who are some coaches that have taken other jobs in their own conference?
Strength of schedule has dominated the news cycle, and we touch on it on today's show. Plus, who is the most impactful coach on Clemson's football staff?
Clemson plays a historic game against Georgia, and director of baseball operations at Clemson, Brad Owens, tells us what happened. Plus, who's the favorite to win the college football playoff next season?
Clemson basketball takes anther hit, as a potential key contributor for next season has entered the transfer portal. Clemson baseball gets ready for a big midweek match-up with Georgia.
Clemson baseball has a rough weekend, getting swept at FSU. What went wrong? Plus, who are the athletes that transformed their sport?
Hear interviews from both Brad Brownell and Monte Lee, as well as the thoughts of the CST Crew on Brownell and the baseball series against FSU.
Swanny and Lowell compare college teams to NFL teams. Clemson baseball gets set to take on Furman.
Swanny has some beef with the national title game between Virginia and Texas Tech. Plus, is it now easier for Clemson to make the college football playoff than to miss it?
Clemson wrapped up its spring game on Saturday, and the Tigers got a ton of positive publicity. How could that impact the future? Plus, Clemson baseball takes 2 of 3 from Louisville and could be starting to roll.
The spring game is Saturday, and Swanny and Lowell talk about what you can expect to see. Plus, Clemson baseball gears up to take on a top ten Louisville squad to try and boost their position in the ACC.
Final Four simulations take over the studio, as Lawton and Lowell make their picks for those games. Lawton makes an impassioned speech for the Clemson basketball program. Who will have the biggest impact during the spring game?
Swanny and Lowell discuss the parity of college baseball, Derion Kendrick's potential impact playing both ways and recruiting.
Clemson schedules games against an old rival, although it's way down the line. Clemson baseball gets set to take on UGA.
After the transfer of Javan White, Swanny and Lowell take a look at what seems to be a trend of transfers under Brownell at Clemson. Plus, the Sweet Sixteen continues and the ACC has a chance to deliver three teams to the Elite Eight.
MLB opening day is under way, and Swanny dives into the popularity of the sport and the fan support across the country. Plus, big transfer news out of Clemson has Swanny questioning Clemson basketball even more.
Clemson baseball picks up a mid-week win and prepares to travel to take on Virginia Tech, and Clemson director of baseball operations Brad Owens joins the show to break it down. Plus, who's the best basketball player on Clemson's football team?
Clemson and Brad Brownell plan to sit down and meet about the future of the program. Where should the Tigers go from here? Plus, the 2020 recruiting class is shaping up to be an all-timer. And, bad news from the football field as a Clemson starter tore his ACL during practice.
The Clemson men's basketball season ends with a thud in the NIT, and the CST crew questions the direction of the program. Meanwhile, the Clemson women's season ends, but hope surrounds the program after a historic turnaround.
As March Madness gets set to tip off, Lawton and Lowell look at potential sleepers, debate bracket etiquette and talk about who can win the title. Plus, Clemson basketball got a win over Wright State in the first round of the NIT, but will be without a key player for the remainder of the tournament.
The NCAA Women's bracket was prematurely leaked in a big mistake by ESPN, and Lawton and Lowell react. Plus, who tops the list of most wins in ACC history?
Lawton and Lowell discuss another big offensive line pickup for the Tigers, and try to pronounce a few of the Tigers' recruits' names along the way. Plus, Clemson baseball looks to keep it rolling this weekend against Notre Dame.
Clemson baseball gets a midweek win over Coastal Carolina, and Brad Owens, Director of Operations for Clemson baseball helps break it all down. Plus, what rule change could improve college basketball?
Clemson suffers yet another heartbreaking loss in the ACC tournament, which causes the CST crew to question if the curse of Kyle Bambard is actually real. Plus, Matt Connolly from The State gives an inside look at the Tigers' game in Charlotte.
A new scandal has rocked the world of college athletics and academics. What major stars are tied up in it? Plus, Tim Bourret joins the show to discuss the end of an era with Raycom Sports.
Technical difficulties can't derail the Show that Shakes the Southland, as Lawton and Lowell walk you through both Clemson men and women's basketball, and Pete Iacobelli from the AP joins the program to talk Clemson baseball this weekend against #3 UNC.
An interesting question is proposed in the aftermath of the Will Wade and LSU news. Plus, the Clemson women kick off the ACC tournament against Virginia Tech.
Clemson tries to score a win over Notre Dame on the road to keep their NCAA tournament hopes alive, but Lawton still doesn't think they should be in. Clemson women head coach Amanda Butler is named the ACC coach of the year.
Swanny and Lowell search for the second player, besides Shelton Mitchell, to score 1000 points, have 300 assists and shoot 80 percent from the free throw line in their career. Plus, when was the last time Clemson football lost to an original ACC member that is still in the league?
Lawton and Lowell discuss whether Clemson and South Carolina baseball will hit over or under nine homeruns in the series. Plus, hear from Gamecocks coach Mark Kingston and Tigers coach Monte Lee.
Lawton and Lowell dive into when the last time South Carolina and Clemson baseball got a sweep against each other was. Plus, Clemson basketball picks up a road win over Pittsburgh, but may have left some cause for concern.
Lawton and Lowell dive into some Clemson hoops, and debate whether basketball or baseball is more popular among Clemson fans.
We talk Clemson hoops knocking off Boston College, plus the Tigers sweep VMI in baseball.
Clemson's postseason hopes take a hit in the stomach after a second consecutive one-point loss.
We discuss the Josh Belk situation (2:36) and would you trade football titles for basketball titles (51:34)?
It's Swanny's birthday! Celebrate by listening to an interview with Clemson running back Michel Duke's high school head coach Johnny Waters (22:47) and hear what Swanny and Lowell think a win for Clemson basketball over Virginia Tech would mean (1:33:48).
The CST crew talks Clemson basketball's win over Georgia Tech (4:09), old school baseball cards (40:04) and Clemson Sports Talk makes big moves on Google (1:29:30).
What are some of the best catches (0:12:06) in Clemson history? National Signing Day comes to a conclusion and we recap the class (0:33:20).
Does Clemson really invest enough in basketball to expect to compete for NCAA berths on a regular basis?
Would any of Clemson's other star quarterbacks have led them to a national title this year?
Did Clemson do more than just beat Alabama in the National Title? What would represent Dabo Swinney in the Ring of Honor?
The NFL delivers during championship weekend (02:17). Clemson hoops heads for a big matchup in Tallahassee. Plus we learn a little bit about bull riding (29:25).
We come up on the first real break after the national championship (3:06), plus did Deion Sanders really taunt? (45:23)
Clemson football (0:07:00) and hoops (0:21:50) dominate the conversation, and we sing some show tunes from Oklahoma late in the show (1:39:41).
Clemson's 2019 football schedule is out and it looks like the Tigers have a chance to put together another great season.
Should Woodrow Dantzler have been named the Heisman winner for the first 2000/1000 season?
Clemson heads to the White House as President Trump serves up McDonald's, Wendy's and Burger King to the Tigers.
We talk Clemson football and Trevor Lawrence being named ACC Rookie of the Year on The Show that Shakes the Southland"
Clemson drops 56 points on South Carolina for the second consecutive time the Gamecocks have visited Death Valley.
Our official simulation of Clemson and South Carolina as we dive into another rivalry match up.
The CST Crew breaks down what could potentially be a doomsday scenario for Alabama. Plus, Simulations appear on a Tuesday!
Clemson knocks off Duke 35-6, but it felt like the Tigers were not quite on their A-game.
We're joined by Clemson Tom and Tommy Bowden, plus we discuss what two players from Clemson's past we would like to have on this current team.
The CFB Playoff will release the third round of rankings and Swanny is fine with everything staying the same for the long haul.
Swanny, Lowell the Producer and Kevin Fitzgerald discuss the NFL, the first college football playoff rankings of the year and who they think will be number one.
Fans keep asking about Clemson's slow start and we hear from Dabo Swinney on the topic.
Bosa is out at Ohio State creating what could be another disturbing trend in college football.
Clemson was off during a wild weekend and now a battle of undefeated teams in Death valley looms.
Nearly 10 years after the transition from Tommy Bowden to Dabo Swinney we discuss those moments with the former head coach.
Clemson Sports Talk is rocking today as Swanny covers everything in the world of college football!
Chase Brice leads Clemson to a 27-23 win over Syracuse after Trevor Lawrence got shaken up early in the contest.
Topics away from the field continue to dominate as Kelly Bryant's decision to leave Clemson is still a hot topic.
Kelly Bryant is leaving Tiger Town and we take your calls on the Show that Shakes the Southland.
Clemson updates the depth chart at quarterback and Trevor Lawrence will start against Syracuse.
We take the show back to Facebook Live as well as on ClemsonSportsTalk.com - Dual streams!!
Clemson moves their game with Georgia Southern to noon. South Carolina cancels their game with Marshall.
Clemson and South Carolina are playing in the two marquee games in college football this weekend.
We take a look back at some of the top storylines following the opening week of the college football season.
We kickoff our first round of simulations this season with Clemson vs. Furman, South Carolina vs. Coastal, and Auburn vs. Washington.
Clemson and Fox Sports Radio 1400 are bringing Clemson Football, Baseball, and Basketball to iHeart Radio.
Somehow we spend a good deal of time on Clemson's top rival as we head towards the 2018 season.
Kelly Bryant continues to impress at fall camp as he battles Trevor Lawrence for the starting spot at quarterback.
We talk Maryland football and try to identify the worst loss Clemson's had since the 1970s.
Major changes are coming to college basketball, plus we hear from a healthy Dexter Lawrence.
Clemson has fun winning, Alabama does not. Plus we dive into what could be the end of the Urban Meyer era at Ohio State.
We dive into the All-In Cookout coming up tonight, plus we talk about a new contract for Nick Saban.
Dabo Swinney's Media Golf Outing kicks off the talking season as the ACC Kickoff approaches.
Somehow we travel down a wormhole into old NBA basketball stars. Plus, is Christian Wilkins an all-time great on the defensive line at Clemson?
Swanny returns from a week off and we talk Trevor Lawrence's odds of winning the Heisman.
Swanny talks about the scariest story he's ever had to cover regarding college football and football in general.
Jimbo Fisher goes in on Kevin Sumlin's office and Swanny talks about Clemson's replacement for Tim Bourret.
A Clemson target is the new No. 1 rated player in the 2020 class, plus Swanny talks Clemson winning the ACC.
The Tigers pick up another commit and Swanny predicts the best World Cup game Saturday.
Clemson's reach is heading west and big names from across the country are flocking to Tiger Town.
A calm night of programming takes a twist after a caller is still upset with Monte Lee.
Clemson awaits the winner of Florida State and NC State in the ACC Baseball semifinals.
Clemson is a favorite in every game of the season as we are 100 days out from the season.
Clemson's sets a new ACC record in the top of the 4th inning at the ACC Baseball Tournament.
More reps are sure to come for Trevor Lawrence with Hunter Johnson out of the picture at Clemson.
Swanny gets tongue-tied several times early in the show but recovers to discuss the transfer of Hunter Johnson.
Former Clemson Tiger Da'Quan Bowers retires from football. Plus, the Tiger baseball team wraps up the ACC Atlantic Division for the first time since 2010.
We talk about NFL.com's Heisman Trophy contender list. Plus, ESPN and Netflix partner on a 10 part series on Micheal Jordan.
Clemson baseball bookends the week with walk-off home runs. Plus, the Tigers have found the formula for football success.
Brad Owens joins the show to talk about what goes in to preparing for an NCAA Regional.
Jamie Bradford joins the show and Swanny notes the great baseball movies that he has never seen.
We talk Clemson's returning talent, plus a surprise guest makes his first appearance on the show.
Dabo Swinney can't visit his home state without the college football world speculating his triumphant return to the Yellowhammer State to replace Nick Saban.
Find out how the latest Clemson commit Keith Maguire "flipped the script" on Brent Venables by heading to ClemsonSportsTalk.com and becoming a PREMIUM Subscriber.
Dabo Swinney will become the 6th Clemson head coach inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame, and Swanny attempts to investigate if Alabama has more former coaches in than the Tigers.
In honor of Bennie Cunningham, we talk about the best tight ends we've ever seen at Clemson.
Clemson baseball gets a much needed sweep on the road against Wake Forest, plus Clemson legend Bennie Cunningham passed away earlier in the day.
We talk a little Clemson baseball with Brad Owens, plus Swanny dives into movies that men can watch without losing their "man card".
Did Clemson's quarterback situation take a turn for the worst for Kelly Bryant or can the senior prove himself in the off-season?
Clemson names a new women's coach, gets the commitment from a 3-star linebacker, and prepares for the spring game on a loaded Friday edition of the show.
David Skara leaves Clemson early and Swanny talks with Sam Blackman about the Spring Game.
Swanny talks Clemson baseball as the Tigers prepare to take on Georgia in North Augusta, plus why Charlie Whitehurst had it all figured out.
The Columbia Fireflies are making their way to Fox Sports Radio 1400 and Clemson Sports Talk will have a new start time. Beginning April 9th, "The Show that Shakes the Southland" moves to 4-6PM in both Columbia and Myrtle Beach.
Clemson makes a change at the top of the women's basketball program and listeners had a lot to say about it. Plus, does it change A.J. Oliver's situation at Clemson on the men's team?
Swanny dives into the Final Four plus, he makes some interesting comparisons between Clemson football and South Carolina women's basketball.
We talk NCAA Tournament and much more as the Tigers prepare for their first Sweet 16 game in 21 years.
Clemson is headed to Omaha, but it's not the Tiger baseball team...yet, it's Clemson basketball as they are set to face Kansas Friday night at 7:07 PM.
We talk about a trip the the Final Four and what it could mean, plus will Swanny have to live off of Hot Pockets?
Clemson hoops is in the Sweet 16 after hammering Auburn 84-53 in San Diego. The Tigers will now face Kansas in Omaha for the right to go to the Elite Eight.
With March Madness in full swing, Swanny has his mettle tested by a returning Lowell the Producer as he attempts to name at least 50 mascots of the teams in the NCAA tournament field. Plus, Clemson baseball looks to stay undefeated at home against NC State, and Clemson basketball is set to take on New Mexico State in the first round of the NCAA tournament.
The NCAA Tournament is underway and the upsets are already taking place! Plus we have a surprise guest in hour two!
As Clemson prepares for the NCAA Tournament, we hear from Coach Brad Brownell. Plus, Clemson baseball continues to play well as the Tigers were in the midst of a 5-0 win over Charleston Southern while Swanny was on the air.
Clemson is the #5 seed in the Midwest Region and will open up postseason play against #12 seed New Mexico State. Good Cop Swanny and Bad Cop Swanny go head to head to discuss how Clemson will play in the NCAA Tournament.
Clemson baseball continues their incredible start to the season winning their seventh one run game 3-2 over Georgia Tech. Plus, Clemson basketball is in the midst of a the semifinals of the ACC tournament against No. 1 Virginia.
Clemson heads to the ACC Tournament Semifinals after a 90-82 win over Boston College. Clemson will face No. 1 Virginia at 7PM Friday night in Brooklyn.
Tonight we talk with Sam Blackman about Clemson basketball in the ACC Tournament and the legendary broadcaster Jim Phillips and the relationship that Clemson fans had with him.
TBS will change how they annoucne the NCAA Tournament field and "Old Man" Swann isn't happy about it.
Clemson baseball has won four straight series against South Carolina. The Tigers have also beaten the Gamecocks four straight times in football and two consecutive times in basketball.
Clemson and South Carolina are set to square off on the diamond in the first of three games this weekend. Is their rivalry the best in college baseball? Plus, Clemson can win 12 ACC games for the first time in school history if they can top Syracuse on Saturday. And, the situation with Arizona basketball is heating up. Will head coach Sean Miller or ESPN's Mark Schlabach be the one to go down in flames?
Clemson basketball sets a new mark in ACC play and according to one caller, Clemson football might be in trouble if Kelly Bryant doesn't start.
Clemson heads back out on the gridiron and the Tiger basketball team looks to set a new record for Atlantic Coast Conference wins.
Swanny takes a look at the different ways the top 4 teams in the ACC might end up before the conference championship.
Clemson baseball crushes Dallas Baptist in a three game series in Tiger Town outscoring the Patriots 24-4 in the series.
Former Clemson star Jaron Blossomgame is alleged to have received $1,100 while at Clemson. Many others in college basketball are said to have received much more. Also Clemson baseball smacks Dallas Baptist 12-1 in game one.
Clemson basketball drops their third straight game 65-58 against Virginia Tech. Plus Clemson Baseball will face Dallas Baptist this weekend in a huge early season series.
We spend some time with Sam Blackman talking about the South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame. Plus, is college football eating up too much of the calendar year?
Clemson baseball sweeps William & Mary during the opening weekend of college baseball. Plus, Clemson dropped their first home game of the basketball season against Duke.
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Clemson baseball rallies in the ninth inning to beat William & Mary in the season opener. What kind of boost will that give Monte Lee's club? Plus, can Clemson basketball take down Duke minus Shelton Mitchell? And what player in sports did you hate the most?
Swanny is joined by Clemson basketball coach Brad Brownell in hour one. Plus, Clemson Tom makes an extended visit to the show.
It's a show filled with guests as we talk about the Clemson Tigers on Valentine's Day with Harold Coleman, Brad Owens, and Sam Blackman.
Monte Lee joins the show to talk about the upcoming season as Clemson heads towards Friday night's opener.
Clemson moves up in the latest polls and Swanny dives into Clemson's three point shooting and if that will be a staple of Clemson's offense in the future.
Lowell the Producer begins a new adventure in his life and steps in for his final show...for now. Clemson basketball, meanwhile, rolled over Pittsburgh and their postseason hopes are looking sky high.
Swanny turns a year older, and callers from all over tune in to wish him well. On the hardwood, Clemson has a chance to tighten their grip on a top 4 seed in the ACC as they take on Pittsburgh, who is winless in ACC play. But could the Tigers be in play for bigger things as well? Plus, the football coaches get big raises, and the CST crew discusses the continuity of the coaching staff.
Clemson did not get a ton of recruits on the second national signing day of the year, but they did get a couple of big prospects that could make an impact. Also, how close is Clemson basketball to securing a top 4 seed in ACC play? Plus, how much would you pay to eat dinner with Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables and his wife?
Ahead of National Signing Day, we talk Clemson hoops and breakdown the latest in Clemson recruiting.
It was a super weekend for one former Clemson football legend, as well as for the Philadelphia Eagles who upset the Patriots. Plus, while two former Gamecocks went head to head in the big game, Swanny tries to make a case for another former Gamecock to make it to the Hall of Fame.
Clemson basketball is set to take on Wake Forest after a big win over North Carolina, and Lawton explains why the Tigers need to be careful. Plus, with the Super Bowl on the horizon, Lawton and Lowell discuss whether Tom Brady or Bill Belichick has more to do with the success of the Patriots.
On the Way Back Wednesday edition, we're joined by Clemson historian Sam Blackman to talk a little Clemson hoops. We continue with the hoops theme as former Clemson basketball player Iker Iturbe joins us in studio.
Clemson is set to take on UNC at Littlejohn Coliseum, and Swanny explains why he isn't happy with the fans. Plus, what does the transfer of Jabril Robinson mean for the football team?
Clemson basketball picked up a big win over Georgia Tech in their second game minus Donte Grantham. And could Clemson have won a national title with Tajh Boyd at quarterback? Plus, the CST crew discusses their favorite show tunes.
"Clemson Google" Tim Bourret will retire, and Swanny pontificates on his legacy with Clemson Athletics. Plus, Swanny believes he can fix Clemson women's basketball.
WWE Owner Vince McMahon announced he would be bringing back the XFL football league. What does Swanny think he should do to make it a success? Plus, Offensive Tackle and Alabama commit Pierce Quick joins the show following a visit to Tiger Town.
On the "Perfect Human" edition, we recap Clemson's loss to Virginia, and Clemson assistant coach Dick Bender joins the show and gives his thoughts on the team moving forward. We're joined by 2019 recruit TJ McDaniel, as well as Harold Dutch Coleman. Plus, Lowell the Producer wants to create the perfect human.
Clemson gets set to take on the Virginia Cavaliers in their first game without Donte Grantham. Plus, quarterback Zerrick Cooper is taking his talents to Jacksonville State. How does that affect the quarterback competition?
Clemson beat Notre Dame on Saturday, but the Tigers suffered a big blow with the loss of Donte Grantham. Where do they go from here? Plus, Zion Williamson made his decision, the Superbowl is now set after NFL Conference Championship games, and has Steph Curry ruined basketball?
Zerrick Cooper is packing his bags and Clemson's 2018 quarterback situation is beginning to to develop.
What does Clemson have to do to finally end its winless streak in Chapel Hill against UNC? Plus, what does having the entire defensive line mean for the quarterback position?
Christian Wilkins finally pulled the trigger and will return to Clemson in 2018. How will this help Clemson not only in 2018, but in future seasons as well? Plus, where does Clemson need to improve the most in 2018?
The Tigers came up just short in their attempt to complete what would have been a remarkable rally at NC State, and the Clemson Sports Talk crew goes over what went wrong as Clemson was handed their second loss of the season. Plus, Mark Packer joins the show to discuss everything in the world of college athletics, and there is talk about having confidence and magic underwear.
Former Clemson receiver Ray-Ray McCloud joins the program to discuss his time at Clemson and his future in the NFL, while our own Lowell the Producer says he has NFL ideas for himself. Plus, the Clemson men's basketball team has won 10 straight, and is looking for another victory in Raleigh.
Offensive tackle Mitch Hyatt announced he would return to Clemson, while receiver Deon Cain declared for the NFL draft. But could there be some big news coming for Clemson football with other players? Plus, Harold Dutch Coleman and Sam Blackman make their Way Back Wednesday appearances.
Alabama took down Georgia in a thrilling title game, and the Clemson Sports Talk crew is here to tell you all about it. Plus, Michael Felder from the Bleacher Report returns to give his thoughts on the game.
The Clemson Sports Talk Crew breaks down the title game between the Bulldogs and the Tide, and they discuss the future implications of the outcome for the Clemson Tigers. Plus, Tiger basketball got another win to continue their hot start, and could they be closing in on phenom recruit Zion Williamson?
The Clemson Sports Talk crew discusses who may be leaving early and who may be returning to Clemson for the 2018 season. Plus, the Clemson basketball team, now 13-1, is set to take on Louisville on Saturday. Saturday Simulations return as well, with our sims of the national championship between Alabama and Georgia.
Clemson basketball keeps rolling along, defeating Boston College in ACC play and garnering some respect nationally. Plus, Clemson Tom and Tommy Bowden join the program to give their thoughts on Clemson's loss in the Sugar Bowl.
The Tigers fell to Alabama in the Sugar Bowl, and the CST crew recaps the game. Plus, South Carolina got a bowl win over Michigan, and the red-hot Clemson basketball team takes on Boston College.
In the final show of 2017, the CST crew breaks down the playoff games and gives predictions on how they see it shaking out. Former Clemson kicker Spencer Benton makes an appearance. Plus, Saturday Simulations return.
The CST crew discusses the playoff games between UGA-Oklahoma and Clemson-Alabama, which is only days away. Plus, would you draft Lamar Jackson or Baker Mayfield? And Clemson Tom and Tommy Bowden join the program to give their thoughts on the Tigers.
Clemson's at the top of the mountain and after the recruiting class that they landed the Tigers aren't going anywhere.
We recap the signing day that was, with the help of ESPN recruiting expert Craig Haubert. Plus, lead writer for Clemson Sports Talk joins the show and talks about what went down in Clemson during signing day and gives his thoughts on the newest Tigers.
Clemson wraps up their early signing day with a few nice surprises shortly before Christmas, and Clemson co-offensive coordinator Jeff Scott joins the show to discuss the newest Tigers. Plus, Harold "Dutch" Coleman and Sam Blackman join the program for Way Back Wednesday.
We discuss some of the moves that Clemson targets could make tomorrow on signing day, while Michael Felder from the Bleacher Report tells us all about some of these prospects. Plus, we take a gander into the future of Clemson football.
With the early signing day just two days away, we take a look at some of the recruits Clemson could land, while Clemson commit Xavier Thomas joins the program and gives his thoughts on that as well. Plus, Clemson basketball scored a huge win over Florida and is really starting to pick up momentum.
Swanny dives into Clemson's consistency and we hear from Dabo Swinney after Friday's practice as our Sanders Sullivan was on the scene in Tiger Town.
On the "What We Knew" edition, we take a look back at preseason predictions and see how the season actually played out. Plus, could Dabo Swinney win another award? CST Simulations make their return a day early as well.
On the "Fix the Playoff" edition, we discuss potential tweaks and full revamps of the playoff to improve it. Plus, Harold "Dutch" Coleman and Sam Blackman join the show for Way Back Wednesday.
On the "MVP and Fight Songs" edition, we discuss who was most important to this Clemson Tiger team, as well as some of the biggest moments from the season. Plus, who has the top fight song in college football? Michael Felder also makes his weekly appearance.
On the "Awards" edition, we discuss the Tigers that were named to the AP All-American team, plus Baker Mayfield winning the Heisman trophy. Also, Clemson basketball is off to a red hot start, "Upset City" makes a return, and Swanny is a New Kids On The Block fan.
On the "Coach Speak" Edition, we give our thoughts about the coaching changes throughout college football. Plus, there's a little bowl breakdown, and Saturday Simulations return for Army-Navy.
On the "Quarterback Conundrum" Edition, we discuss what will happen at the quarterback position next year with the addition of number one overall prospect Trevor Lawrence into the fold. Plus, Chad Morris was introduced as head coach at Arkansas and sounded very similar to another coach. Tommy Bowden and Clemson Tom also make their weekly appearances.
On the "Comparison" edition, we take a look back to the 2015 Clemson team and compare it to this season's team. Plus, Sam Blackman and Harold "Dutch" Coleman join the show for their weekly "Way Back Wednesday" segments.
Clemson's Tony Elliot joins the show to talk about winning the Frank Broyles award. We are also joined by Travis Etienn's high school head coach.
On the "Playoff" edition, Swanny and Lowell debate about whether the committee got it right. Plus, could Brent Venables be looking at a head coaching job?
On the "Championship Weekend" edition, Swanny and Lowell break down the games this weekend, while the Saturday Simulations make their return and do some breaking down of their own. Plus, the coaching carousel has gone completely insane.
On the "Rarefied Air" Edition, Swanny explains that Clemson is three wins away from entering a level of college football that not many programs reach. Plus, Clemson basketball got a huge road win over Ohio State, and Clemson Tom and Tommy Bowden join the program.
In the "Clemson Is In" edition, Swanny and Lowell tell you why Clemson might be in, regardless of what happens on Saturday. Also, is Alabama totally boxed out of the playoffs? Plus, Harold "Dutch" Coleman and Sam Blackman join the show for Way Back Wednesday.
On the "College Football Playoff Rankings" edition, Swanny and Lowell react to the newest rankings and the potential scenarios that could allow the Tigers to get into the playoffs, even with a loss on Saturday.
On the false hope radio edition, Swanny and Lowell recap the Tigers' dominating 34-10 win over the Gamecocks, and Swanny rails against talking heads who gave false hope to Gamecock fans.
In the "Rivalry Simulation" edition, Swanny and Lowell break down ramifications from a few games earlier in the day, and look ahead to rivalry weekend. Plus, CST simulations return with the Iron Bowl and the Palmetto Bowl.
On the conspiracy theory edition of Clemson Sports Talk, Swanny and Lowell discuss a conspiracy theory by South Carolina fans that have them scratching their heads. Plus, Sam Blackman makes his weekly appearance to talk about the history of the rivalry between Clemson and South Carolina.
Swanny and Lowell discuss how in what was supposed to be a rebuilding year, Clemson is just two games away from the college football playoff yet again. Plus, Michael Felder from the Bleacher Report joins the show, and the new playoff rankings are revealed.