Reign Supreme Alway: Sports in Clemson: Recent Episodes
Bill Zimmerman
Get up to date with the top developments in Clemson athletics from Death Valley to McWhorter Stadium, as we emphasize genuine analysis instead of half-baked knee-jerk responses … not affiliated with Clemson University, but definitely part of Clemson Family!
Hey, Clemson Family -- There's hope once again to see the tight ends contribute a big spark to the Tigers offense, and with Jake Briningstool leading the way there's reason to believe that the production can blossom in offensive coordinator Garrett Riley's second season. Plus Josh Sapp, Olsen Patt Henry, Markus Dixon and Christian Bentancur bring the skill sets that create even more optimism. Plus: Second-year coach Jeff Brohm brings a bevy of transfers when he comes to town late in the season, we'll preview Tigers vs. Cardinals for 2024 with 10 things to know about Louisville. Subscribe to help us out and comment to make your thoughts heard -- we're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Chalk up another commit for the Tigers as Logan Anderson becomes the first linebacker to pledge for the class of 2025, we'll take a look at how he can fit in with Wes Goodwin's group. Plus: Our dual 10 for '24 series continue, with the position group for this episode being Mike Reed's cornerbacks, and the opponent being Tony Elliott's Virginia Cavaliers. Be sure to add your comments (and hit that subscribe button to help us out) -- we're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- the Tigers' recruiting efforts for the 2025 football signing class got a big step up from DE Bryce Davis of Greensboro, NC, as he chose Clemson this weekend over Georgia, Duke and others. Find out where he fits into the future plans for assistants Chris Rumph, Nick Eason and Wes Goodwin. Plus: We take a look at what to expect from Dabo Swinney, Cade Klubnik, Phil Mafah, Barrett Carter and RJ Mickens at ACC Kickoff media days. We're glad you found us! Be sure to add your comment to let people know what you think, and hit that subscribe button while you're at it. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Tigers running backs coach CJ Spiller has been in Phil Mafah's shoes in more ways than one, and looks to guide him as a leader for Clemson's offense this season. We'll talk about the battle for a No. 2 back to emerge among Keith Adams Jr., Jay Haynes, David Eziomume and Jarvis Green. Plus: 10 things to know about Wake Forest as the former ACC division rivals meet up again in 2024. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- The Clemson vs. Florida State rivalry factors heavily into the ACC title picture nearly every season, and we expect 2024 to be no different. Find out the key things we see this offseason as worth watching when DJ Uiagalelei lines up at quarterback for the Seminoles to take on his former coach Dabo Swinney of the Tigers. Plus: Clemson's defensive ends room loses most of its starts from last season -- find out how TJ Parker, Peter Woods and new position coach Chris Rumph are working to not only be as good as last year's group but possibly better (even if depth might lack). We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- the Tigers wide receiver room hasn't drawn the accolades that it has in the recent past, but Tyler Brown and Antonio Williams bring a distinct sense of energy and upside to assistant coach Tyler Grisham's room -- not to mention freshmen sensations Bryant Wesco and TJ Moore -- as Adam Randall, Troy Stellato and Cole Turner figure to contribute well. Plus: A look at the Stanford matchup and what the Cardinal brings to Death Valley as well as how the game fits into a challenging early schedule for Clemson. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Cade Klubnik and Garrett Riley have some work to do on the Clemson passing game before the 2024 season begins. Our 10 for '24 position-rankings series continues with a look at where the quarterback room stands entering the preseason, why Klubnik is the unquestioned starter even though Trent Pearman shined in the spring game, what Riley has to prove as a high-profile hire by Dabo Swinney, and more. It's a quick-hit episode and you'll get a full overview of the QB topics the Tigers face. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Time to preview the Clemson vs. N.C. State football game for 2024, as the Wolfpack have rebuilt their roster with a lot of players from the transfer portal at multiple positions, blending those question marks with some very solid returning talent at key positions. Plus: Tigers baseball coach Erik Bakich returns to the midwest to bring in three big hitters for the 2025 lineup along with a fourth from the west coast, check out their stats and find out how they fit in. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Clemson's future path to either the SEC or the Big Ten has a key factor that few people are discussing, hear Bill explain what it is and why it's so important to the Tigers' financial future moving ahead. Plus: A look at Clemson's special-teams units heading into 2024, with Will Shipley and Jonathan Weitz departed. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- It's well known that Tigers coach Dabo Swinney is … eh, reluctant (?) to use the transfer portal, but in this podcast we each mention one position where we'd have taken a transfer for the 2024 football season and why. Be sure to add your comment! Plus: A preview of the Clemson vs. Appalachian State game, in which the contender for a Sun Belt championship will come into Death Valley this September looking for some bragging rights. We're glad you found us, subscribe so you don't miss an episode!
Hey Clemson Family, it’s time to reset the Clemson recruiting commit list for the 2025 class with the recent addition of Rowan Byrne on the offensive line. Matt Luke keeps looking to add talent to the Tigers’ O-line, and we offer our takes on how important it is for Dabo Swinney and Clemson. Plus: We preview the 2024 offensive line that the Tigers will put on the field, led by Tristan Leigh, Walker Parks, Marcus Tate and Blake Miller. How much can Luke lead improvement among a lot of returning veteran talent? They will be tested early with a season opener against recent two-time national champ Georgia, and Clemson’s playoff hopes rest heavily upon the big men on offense. We’re glad you found us!
Get in at the start of our season previews, beginning with Clemson vs. Georgia, as we outline 10 factors you need to know about the Bulldogs. Coach Kirby Smart loses a lot of familiar names but has talent waiting in the wings (or is it the dog house?) from recent recruiting classes and a familiar name from the transfer portal in Trevor Etienne. Plus QB Carson Beck is back. Plus: We'll recap the Clemson baseball season for 2024, and discuss why they came close to skipping a year of the rebuild -- with Erik Bakich in charge, the quick curve of improvement is showing a lot of promise in its first two years. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- before the bye week, the Tigers struggled to a 17-12 win over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons, in which the defense settled in to dominate despite some early trouble while the offense sputtered much of the day. What's ahead for Cade Klubnik, the offensive line, the receivers and running backs Will Shipley and Phil Mafah? A lot depends on what offensive coordinator Garrett Riley stresses the rest of the way. We're glad you found us! Be sure to subscribe for all the latest from here through bowl season, and definitely become part of the conversation by adding your comments on every episode. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family — the Tigers rebounded from a disappointing OT loss with a road-trip victory at Syracuse, where victories aren’t always easy for Dabo Swinney’s team to secure. From Tyler Brown’s continued solid play to some big plays by Justin Mascoll, Clemson found ways to exploit its opponents’ mistakes rather than suffer from their own. And QB Cade Klubnik keeps improving with a focus on connecting with open receivers downfield in offensive coordinator Garrett Riley’s new system. We’re glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- The Tigers' winning streak against the Florida State Seminoles is over after an eight-year run -- with a 31-24 loss in overtime that has put a serious crimp in Clemson's ability to repeat as ACC champions. Despite the mistakes that cost coach Dabo Swinney's team the game, there were clear signs of substantial improvements and valuable strengths in this team, improving the outlook for the rest of the season from where it was two weeks ago. Longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman bring you the top insights from Saturday's tough loss, from areas where criticism is most warranted to areas where optimism is fair to have. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- it's time to take stock of where the Tigers will need to build on their recent improvements and keep the winning streak over the Noles going in 2023. From Cade Klubnik and the passing game to Tyler Davis and the pass rush, from special teams (yes, Clemson added a kicker since we recorded this) to slicing defenses with the running game of Will Shipley and Phil Mafah (and more Klubnik would help too), longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman cover the aspects that the Tigers need to nail down Saturday afternoon in Death Valley. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- the Tigers finally looked more steady as they defeated Florida Atlantic 48-14 in the third game of Clemson's season. And they seem to have several sources of newfound energy in the form of some freshmen -- including nickel safety Khalil Barnes, wide receiver Tyler Brown (both shown in thumbnail), defensive end TJ Parker, defensive tackle Peter Woods, and more. It's a big reason Clemson seems to have a more stable footing three weeks into the season, and we'll get into what the win over the Owls on Saturday night in Death Valley shows about where the team stands after a fourth of the regular season. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- the Tigers looked better in several areas during a 66-17 blowout win over Charleston Southern, but it started out with a few giant miscues on offense in and around QB Cade Klubnik. What can the coaches and the surrounding players do to resolve the ball-protection issues? Head coach Dabo Swinney has talked about leaning on his "erasers" in the past, and our answer about this year's potential players to fill that role might surprise you. Plus we'll discuss what the Tigers might be able to do against FAU this weekend that could move things toward further improvement. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Let's start looking at the 2023 Tigers and kick it off with the defensive line, led by tackles Tyler Davis and Ruke Orhorhoro with an injection of youth and talent from freshmen including Peter Woods. Can the front four carry the defense with depth that's arguably starter-quality three deep? We'll also look at 2024 commits Hevin Brown-Shuler, Champ Thompson, Darien Mayo and Adam Kissayi, a strong haul early in the recruiting cycle. PLUS: A look at FSU's matchups for this year's game in September, an early-season showdown with ACC-title implications not to mention the playoff picture. Can Clemson shut down Jordan Travis and Florida State again? We're glad you found us! Be sure to smash those subscribe and like buttons, go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Get the info you need from what Dabo Swinney, Cade Klubnik and Tyler Davis said during Thursday's interviews at ACC Kickoff media days in Charlotte. We've monitored it all, and pared it down to the top storylines of the day for the Tigers in our Season 2 debut. From seven players Swinney said he values a lot this year to an important goal Klubnik said he's working toward, to the eye-opening line from Davis and more, we'll put it all in context for you. We're glad you found us! Follow us right here on your favorite podcast app or subscribe to us on YouTube, wherever you like to listen for your Clemson updates. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, we are back from hiatus (sorry about that) with an overview of Clemson football's 2023 offseason. We'll get into position-by-position and opponent-by-opponent breakdowns before the season gets started, but for now let's catch up on the BEST thing about all that's taken place since the team got home from the disappointing Orange Bowl in Miami Gardens. We'll of course talk about offensive coordinator Garrett Riley's first season, defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin's second season, the arrival of DL Peter Woods and the future that features RB David Eziomume and LB Sammy Brown. Even with all that, you'll need to smash that play button to find out what tops all of those developments as the highlight of the year to date. We're glad you found us! Be sure to subscribe or follow on your favorite podcast app or on YouTube, that's the easiest way to help us stay committed to keeping this a free podcast for everyone. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, after a pair of three-loss seasons the Tigers football team surely has things it needs to work on during this offseason’s spring practices, we’ll get into two of the biggest things that we need to see to revitalize college football playoff hopes. Also, we’ll get into a review of just how well Clemson running backs Will Shipley and Phil Mafah performed during the 2022 season, were they the two best players on the team? Plus: Women’s basketball reaches the NIT Super 16 to keep Littlejohn active a while longer; the softball team boosts its record to 29-1 and justifies those who expect the Tigers to reach the College World Series in just their fourth season; and baseball continues bouncing back from a disastrous slump to win eight of its last 10 games. We’re glad you found us! Be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Some key Tigers have missed the start of spring practice under new offensive coordinator Garrett Riley, so we'll examine what it means for the team come September. Plus: How is the men's basketball team looking with NCAA Selection Sunday right around the corner as the ACC Tournament gets started? Also, a quick mention of the baseball and softball teams in the early going. It's a busy time for Clemson sports, get analysis of the biggest storylines this week on the Reign Supreme Alway podcast -- and be sure to comment with your takes too. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, find out how the latest commit for Clemson football recruiting fits into the team’s plans, as David Eziomume of Marietta, Ga., has choses to join the Tigers in 2024 – it’s a big win for running backs coach CJ Spiller. Eziomume’s skills can be key to new offensive coordinator Garrett Riley’s scheme and the young man cited Dabo Swinney’s culture as a key for his decision according to numerous reports. We’ll give some analysis of what it means for the Tigers down the road as Will Shipley’s days in the NFL aren’t that far away in the grand scheme of things. Plus: Take quick stock of where the Tigers men’s basketball team stands on the bubble for the NCAA Tournament after Clemson’s loss to Virginia on Tuesday – and on the doorstep of March Madness.
Hey, Clemson Family -- as the Tigers look around at other conferences hauling in bigger bucks, they're not alone in the ACC -- Seminoles leaders including AD Michael Alford and the Board of Trustees are looking at potential exit strategies, so we try to put it in context of the bigger picture and a few possible solutions (some big, some midsized, and without resorting to "hot take" territory). We also look at the upswing for Clemson men's basketball and the paths available to reach the NCAA Tournament if they can maintain their momentum of late and avoid the downswings that have plagued the second half of the season. We also take a look at the football team's performance from its safeties, primarily Andrew Mukuba, Jalyn Phillips, RJ Mickens and Sherrod Covil, and a few of the things they and coach Mickey Conn need to do to improve for the coming season. Finally we close things out with the baseball team's disappointing losses last weekend that led to a UCF sweep (and an unmentionable celebration), plus an exciting ray of hope to look for midweek this week. We're glad you found us - subscribe or follow so you'll stay up to date on analysis of all the latest and biggest development around Clemson sports!
Hey Clemson Family, it’s time for Tigers baseball as new coach Eric Bakich is ready to manage at Doug Kingsmore Stadium with an eye on getting the program back to Omaha – he’s got Ryan Ammons, Jackson Lindley, Riley Bertram and Blake Wright tabbed as captains, and fans can expect plenty more from Caden Grice, Cooper Ingle, Jay Dill and Austin Gordon among others. Tell us what you think, get into those comments! We’re also still talking football, looking at the SAM linebacker/nickel spot that was home to Trenton Simpson’s standout skills for much of the last three seasons and has already shown the emerging promise of Wade Woodaz as well. And the men’s basketball team is trying to put together a resurgence ahead of March Madness, find out why there’s hope for Clemson to find its peak form on the hardwood once again. We’re glad you found us – hit that subscribe button, give us a like, help us keep this a free podcast for everyone and go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, let’s continue our position-by-position reviews of the 2022 Tigers football season with a look at why Barrett Carter and Jeremiah Trotter Jr. might have been competing for the best defensiver player on the field during the season. Plus we’ll take a look at the start of the Clemson softball season and why the team is expected to have a strong fourth season under John Rittman, thanks to some strong contributions from Valerie Cagle, McKenzie Clark, Millie Thompson and others in sweeping the Florida International University Invitational to start the year. Also, we’ll look at some of the factors in men’s basketball’s disappointing slump of late and what it might take for the Tigers to reach the NCAA Tournament in spite of it all. We’re glad you found us – be sure to share your thoughts in the comments and subscribe (it’s free!) so that you can be part of the conversations around Clemson sports. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, a group that had some high points but also quietly disappointed on the 2022 Tigers football team was the defensive ends – get a full assessment of the play from KJ Henry, Myles Murphy, Justin Mascoll and Xavier Thomas and take a quick peek into why position coach Lemanski Hall faces some challenges in developing his room of players for 2023. Be sure to add your thoughts in the comments and join the conversation, we want to see what you’re thinking and we’ll reply when we can! Plus: The Clemson men’s basketball team dropped two games last week, one an upset at the hands of Boston College and another a close L to a talented Miami team – and how they put the Tigers’ place atop the ACC standings in jeopardy before Saturday’s game at North Carolina. We’re glad you found us – be sure to hit that subscribe button and give us a like, help us keep this a free podcast for everyone. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- sometimes even the most die-hard of fans (let alone the critics out there) need a reminder of all the things Clemson football has been getting right for a long time, and coach Dabo Swinney went through the checklist with conviction early this week. Offensive coordinator Garrett Riley spoke with the Clemson beat reporters for the first time as well since joining the Tigers. Plus it's time for our co-hosts' analysis of the defensive tackles' play in 2022, from Tyler Davis to Demonte Capehart and everyone in between, with plenty of reason to see a deep group that will only get stronger with the additions of Vic Burley, Peter Woods and Stephiylan Green in 2023. Also: Clemson men's basketball is in a funk with a rough stretch at a surprising time, struggling to cope with injuries as time is starting to run out on the season -- but the Tigers are still in first place in the ACC so finding the right answers could keep them in strong shape for March Madness. We're glad you found us -- hit subscribe and be sure to comment to add your take as well. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, this year’s Elite Retreat junior day for Clemson recruiting brought football talent to Death Valley from far and wide, and included a commitment from four-star DL Champ Thompson, we’ll explain an unusual tie to the Tigers for the young man. Thompson’s commitment was followed two days later by another – that one from four-star safety Noah Dixon, bringing Clemson’s count of commits for the 2024 class to five. Plus the festivities drew plenty of attention from top players including CB Omillio Agard, QB Walker White and RB David Eziomume, LBs Sammy Brown and Drew Woodaz, DL Hevin Brown-Shuler and many more. Of more immediate impact, now we have the 2023 Clemson football schedule in front of us and it sets up pretty well but also includes some solid challenges for the Tigers, particularly after the mid-October open date. We’ll have early analysis of the matchups and the tests they will pose. We’re glad you found us, Clemson Family – be sure to hit that follow or subscribe button and help us out with an honest rating, we want to be your source for analysis of Clemson sports but we also want you to join the conversation. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, we’ve got details on Garrett Riley, the Tigers’ new offensive coordinator, thanks to guest Sam Khan Jr. of The Athletic, who’s got plenty of experience covering sports in Texas and has insights on the specifics of what Riley brings from TCU to Clemson – including the reasons Clemson fans can expect to see a lot more out of its running game featuring Will Shipley and Phil Mafah, as well as how excited Khan is to see Riley pair up with another former Texan in quarterback Cade Klubnik. (NOTE: Photo courtesy Nelson Chenault/Broyles Award.) Plus: co-host Daniel Shirley talks about why Clemson men’s basketball was able to dispense with Georgia Tech rather easily despite playing without its starting point guard – and why the outlook is good for the Tigers to stay in first place in the coming days. We’re glad you found us – hit that follow button and check us out on social media too, @ClemsonKickoff on Twitter and Instagram. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, the talented freshman class of 2023 has fourteen players already on campus and working hard to make an impact, including DL Peter Woods and QB Christopher Vizzina, shown, as well as LBs Dee Crayton and Jamal Anderson; DLs Vic Burley, Stephiylan Green and Tomarrion Parker; DBs Shelton Lewis, Khalil Barnes and Kylen Webb; OLs Zechariah Owens, Ian Reed and Harris Sewell; and WR Noble Johnson. How will they stack up against returning veterans, especially at positions where talent is thin and plenty of reserve playing time is up for grabs? We’ll break it down. Plus: Men’s basketball remains ranked and atop the ACC, but faces Georgia Tech and Florida State while coping with injury issues We’re glad you found us – hit subscribe/follow and we’ll keep you posted on all the most important news around Clemson sports. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- with a new offensive coordinator in the fold, what questions remain as the top challenges for the Tigers football team to resolve this offseason? Dabo Swinney, Garrett Riley and Wes Goodwin have work to do to get the most out of Cade Klubnik, Will Shipley, Phil Mafah, Tyler Davis, Xavier Thomas and the rest of the talented roster. Longtime sports newsmen Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman take a look at the most pressing issues ahead of spring practice. We've also got listener feedback to share about the Riley hire. Plus: Clemson men's basketball coach Brad Brownell has some extra work in front of him as the Tigers couldn't overcome the loss of Chase Hunter in falling at Wake Forest, their first loss of ACC play this season. PJ Hall, Hunter Tyson and others have some problems to resolve before Chase Hunter returns. We're glad you found us! Subscribe so we can always keep you posted, go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, let’s dive further into The Hire of Riley as Swinney has decided that BYOG now means Bring Your Own Garrett. We will get into detail on credentials and why Riley is such a hot commodity beyond one season’s work at TCU, but I want to start off with what I hope will be the biggest impact of his arrival on campus and it’s this — that it’s not just his Xs and Os that will make the big difference, but also the example that someone can be as liked and as tenured as Streeter but still need to clear a high bar of performance to earn the right to contribute, whether a player or a coach or a staffer or heck even if you’re running the postage meter in the basement, you need to get things done right … physically and mentally. Also, what it means for Cade Klubnik, Jake Briningstool, Will Shipley, Phil Mafah and the rest of the Tigers offense. We've got listener comments as well from our breaking-news episode when the hiring happened, so see what folks have to say and add your take as well. AND: In men's basketball, the Tigers continue to own the ACC after a big win over Duke carries them to 7-0 in the conference. Brad Brownell has made changes to get the most out of PJ Hall, Chase Hunter, Hunter Tyson, Braden Galloway and the rest of the team. We're glad you found us, give us a follow and a review so we can keep you posted on the Clemson updates you want to hear. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, Garrett Riley is reportedly about to take over the Clemson offensive coordinator job previously held by former Tigers QB and assistant Brandon Streeter, who was fired Thursday after one year as Clemson’s offensive coordinator. In Episode 55 of the Reign Supreme Alway Podcast we take a quick look at how Riley could fit in at Clemson, whether or not more change is in store and what Streeter accomplished in 2022. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS in the comments today! Streeter led the Tigers to rank 48th in total offense and 30th in scoring offense – not the kind of numbers the team is used to putting up. He certainly improved DJ Uiagalelei’s performance in the first half of the season as quarterbacks coach but his play regressed, and Cade Klubnik brought mixed results to close the season out. Dabo Swinneya ‘s statement Thursday evening included this quote: “Though we took a step forward offensively in 2022, after evaluating our offense in-depth, I felt it was in the best interest of our program to seek new leadership at that position. These decisions are never easy, but it is my job to evaluate and assess every part of our program every year, and this was just the right time to make a change. I look forward to bringing in a dynamic, proven leader at offensive coordinator with the specific purpose of meeting — and raising — the standard of excellence that has been established at Clemson.” Subscribe, like and comment — and we’ll keep you posted as the next steps take place in the Clemson football program. Go Tigers!
Get the latest on a couple of Clemson defenders going pro, the reasons the Tigers struggled against the Volunteers in the Orange Bowl and the high points that Clemson's men's and women's basketball teams are enjoying. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, the Tigers will take on the Tennessee Volunteers in the upcoming Orange Bowl and both teams will be without some of the top talent from this year’s rosters. Who will have replacements at the ready? We’ll talk about Clemson’s two-deep as the game approaches. Plus: Recruiting isn’t over with Early Signing Day in the rear-view mirror, so reporter Grace Raynor of The Athletic joins us to talk big-picture about where Clemson’s class stands in the ACC, why the Miami Hurricanes don’t have as big of a margin over the Tigers as had been expected thanks in part to a change of heart from Cormani McClain, and more. Also: A quick update on a couple of players who were Tigers this year but will wear other uniforms next year after choosing their transfer portal destinations, including DJ Uiagalelei. We’re glad you found us!
Hey Clemson Family, you’ve got 28 new men joining the fold today on Early Signing Day in a busy morning that gets the recruiting class of 2023 jumping. Running back Jay Haynes added signing-day excitement by committing to Clemson on the morning of college football’s signing-day festivities, adding to a wealth of offensive talent that includes QB Christopher Vizzina, WR Noble Johnson, a trio of standout offensive linemen and more. And on defense? Consider it another “embarrassment of riches” as has been said about Clemson in the past, especially on the defensive line with Peter Woods, Vic Burley, Stephiylan Green, Tomarrion Parker and others – plus Tigers legacy player Avieon Terrell leading a secondary and the son of an NFL namesake at linebacker in Jamal Anderson Jr. Get an overview of Clemson’s 2023 recruiting class right here on the Reign Supreme Alway podcast – and for more, just hit up our playlist for our recent analysis of all these players as they were expected commits leading up to Early Signing Day – we’re glad you found us!
Hey Clemson Family, we’re fortunate to have insights on Peter Woods, Christopher Vizzina, Stephiylan Green and all 25 commits for the Tigers’ recruiting class from guest Jeremy Johnson of On3’s Clemson Sports as Early Signing Day approaches in Death Valley. Find out who can play sooner than later, perhaps as freshmen; why each of the players figures to make an impact on the green grass of Memorial Stadium as they develop in the coming years at Clemson and more. Plus: Two former players announce their destinations via the transfer portal, and six former Clemson standouts are finalists for this year’s South Carolina Football Hall of Fame class. Get all the details here on the Reign Supreme Alway podcast as Jeremy joins co-hosts Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman to provide in-depth analysis on Clemson football recruiting. We’re glad you found us! Subscribe, like, comment and don’t forget to check back with us after the Early Signing Day paperwork has been filed in Tigertown as we take a look at all the latest.
Hey Clemson Family, the next highly rated quarterback joining the Tigers offense is Christopher Vizzina out of the state of Alabama, we’ll take a look at him and the other offensive players ready to come to Clemson with early signing day less than a week away – including wide receiver Noble Johnson, running back Jarvis Green and several offensive linemen with the size and skill to compete for early playing time whether it’s Vizzina leading the offense next year or Cade Klubnik. Plus: A new commit for Clemson, Khalil Barnes, figures into the Tigers’ plans on defense coming up. Also: Plenty of news around the Tigers ahead of the eagerly awaited Clemson vs. Tennessee matchup in the 2022 Orange Bowl at the end of the month. We’ll catch you up on all of it in the Reign Supreme Alway podcast, get all the details and analysis of the offensive signing class about to take place and much more. We’re glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Signing Day is just more than a week away for the early period in the 2023 class and the Tigers defense is about to bring in a group that could form a starting 11 all on its own! From six defensive linemen including Peter Woods, Tomarrion Parker and Vic Burley to a pair of standout linebackers in Jamal Anderson and Dee Crayton to a quintet of defensive backs including Aveion Terrell and Shelton Lewis, Clemson's staff is about to gain some top talent that ensures the best is yet to come. Wes Goodwin, Mike Reed, Nick Eason and the rest of the defensive staff has been hard at work finding top talent to replace some tremendous standout players who are moving on to the NFL, so the next wave of stars is on the verge of coming to Death Valley. Get the details here (and check back later this week when we review the offense's recruiting class to come as well). We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Early signing day is almost here for college football and we've got the latest on the Tigers, including the current hole for the RB room that might soon be filled by Jamarius Haynes and/or Jarvis Green. Plus the way the class has grown to 23 commits and still is seeking more -- largely because nine Clemson players have hit the transfer portal, headlined by DJ Uiagalelei, Kevin Swint and EJ Williams. Join Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman twice each week as they discuss the latest big news about football and sports in Clemson on the Reign Supreme Alway podcast, with the 2022 Orange Bowl vs. Tennessee fast approaching as well. We're glad you found us!
Hey Clemson Family, the Tigers now own 21 ACC titles thanks in large part to the emergence of Cade Klubnik at quarterback Saturday night in a 39-10 win over North Carolina in the 2022 ACC Championship game – and Clemson now is headed to another New Year’s Six bowl game in the Orange Bowl, where Klubnik will make his first career start. Plenty of other players were huge factors in the win over the Tar Heels, as wide receiver Cole Turner boost onto the scene with a couple of big plays and the Tigers’ first 100-yard receiving game of the season. Cornerback Nate Wiggins had a pick-six as well as a blocked field goal and several pass breakups to post the biggest game of his young career. Linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. made his presence felt to would-be Heisman Trophy contender Drake Maye, with three sacks on the vaunted Tar Heels quarterback. Barrett Carter, Trenton Simpson, Andrew Mukuba, Jalyn Phillips and Ray Mickens Jr. also had big games. What’s next for Clemson as it prepares to face Tennessee in the Orange Bowl near the end of the month? Get a full breakdown of all the pieces of the puzzle from Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman, two longtime members of the sports media and both Clemson graduates, right here on the Reign Supreme Alway podcast. We’re glad you found us! PHOTO CREDIT: David Platt / Clemson Athletics
Hey Clemson Family, it’s time to see if the Tigers can again pick themselves up off the mat and avoid back-to-back losses as they prepare to travel to Charlotte to face the North Carolina Tar Heels in the 2022 ACC Championship Game. Find out which angles fans will want to watch for. What’s going to give way: Can UNC’s offense led by stellar QB Drake Maye break its trend of struggling (well, relative to their top form this year) against a talented defensive opponent? Or will the Clemson defense led by Tyler Davis, Barrett Carter and Jeremiah Trotter Jr. break, not bend, for the second straight week? And when Clemson has the ball, can the Tigers avoid the mistakes that have plagued them in the second half of the season, including turnovers by DJ Uiagalelei, Will Shipley and Antonio Williams? Or will it be the Tar Heels defensive players who settle in and improve their results? Coach Dabo Swinney and his coordinators, Brandon Streeter and Wes Goodwin, need to find some answers. Longtime sports media members Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman look at the major factors to expect in this game and the players likely to be in the spotlight. We’re glad you found us -- check out our channel at YouTube.com/clemsonkickoff, go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Yes, two big winning streaks for the Tigers came to a stunning halt Saturday in Death Valley, we'll go over why South Carolina beat Clemson in 2022 and what problems need to get worked out for the TIgers short-term and long-term. One solution moving forward could be wide receiver recruit Tyler Brown of Greenville, who committed to Clemson on Thanksgiving, we'll talk about him and another future addition in 2024 kicker Mason Hauser who's a Clemson University legacy athlete to look forward to. We're glad you found us!
Hey, Clemson Family --can DJ Uiagalelei, WIll Shipley, Phil Mafah and Antonio Williams keep the Tigers' playoff hopes on life support against South Carolina? It would be a success that Tennessee wasn't able to manage. Longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman analyze what Clemson must do on offense and defense to keep Spencer Rattler and the Gamecocks from pulling off a major upset for their second straight game. Get the info on matchups on both sides of the ball before Clemson kicks off against South Carolina in 2022 and hear what Dabo Swinney, Wes Goodwin, Brandon Streeter and the rest of the staff must account for in their game plan. We're glad you found us, go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- another Hurricane comes and goes through Death Valley as the Tigers win again. Barrett Carter, Trenton Simpson and the Clemson defense flooded Miami with pressure behind the line of scrimmage to hold the Canes to just 98 yards of total offense for the game in a convincing 40-10 win. DJ Uiagalelei and the tight ends barged their way down the field, with only a few undertow moments, to hold up their end of the bargain. The football program's momentum carried into Sunday with a commitment from 2024 defensive back Tavoy Feagin and into Monday with a commitment from 2023 defensive end Tomarrion Parker. Can the surge run all the way through Saturday's game with South Carolina? Not to mention the following week's ACC Championship Game against North Carolina and then a playoff berth? Longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman break it all down and provide the analysis needed to keep it all in perspective. We're glad you found us! Subscribe, like and check out our "About" tab for more. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, it’s time for the Tigers to hang onto their hats and the football against the Miami Hurricanes as Clemson tries to extend its home winning streak – now the longest in the ACC – against the team that has the longest such streak in NCAA history. Running backs Will Shipley and Phil Mafah figure prominently in whether or not the Tigers will prevail. Head coach Dabo Swinney might be pulling a motivational lever in mentioning playoff possibilities still on the edge of the picture for Clemson, as otherwise the game doesn’t factor into the standings in the ACC with a title-game matchup against Coastal Division champion North Carolina already scheduled. Familiar faces will be visiting Death Valley in former Clemson defensive coordinator Kevin Steele and wide receiver Frank Ladson, as well. But Miami’s season has been a disappointment, unable to channel its talent just yet into a possible trophy winner under first-year head coach Mario Cristobal. Could the Canes keep up the momentum of a big blowout win over Georgia Tech last week? Their defense is known for forcing turnovers and raked in four interceptions against the Jackets, so Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei must take care of the ball. Get all the details in the latest episode of the Reign Supreme Alway podcast and Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, the Tigers had a successful effort to control the game and defeat Louisville on Saturday, 31-16, check out the reasons Clemson improved its showings on offense and on defense despite some key talents missing the game because of injury. On defense, linebacker Barrett Carter was among the players who stepped up even as he moved to a new position; Carter had a pretty play hurdling a would-be blocker on his way to 8.5 tackles, 3.5 for loss, and a prominent interception. Wade Woodaz and nickel defensive backs including Andrew Mukuba filled the resulting gap ably as well. On offense, Will Shipley and Antonio Williams continue to power the attack while Phil Mafah emerged with perhaps his most complete form yet to lead the team in rushing. Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei capably handled Louisville’s pressure. Find out how it all fit together and more with longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman, both Clemson graduates, revisiting and analyzing the game. Plus: Clemson men’s soccer played well enough in the ACC tournament to earn a first-round bye in the NCAA tourney, hear what’s been going well for them and who they might face. We’re glad you found us!
Hey Clemson Family, it’s time for the football team to show resilience and find a way to defeat Louisville during the stretch run of three games to close out the regular season before heading to Charlotte for the conference championship. How will the defense respond to having been road-graded by the Notre Dame offensive line? And how will the Tigers’ offense find a way to get the ball downfield once again after two rough games littered with turnovers and a lack of vertical passing game success? Offensive coordinator Brandon Streeter needs to find his inner quarterback whisperer to get DJ Uiagalelei back on track like he was for most of the season so far. Coach Dabo Swinney, meanwhile, needs to address the mind set of the locker room, players and coaches alike. Plus: A few words about the men’s basketball win in its season opener and a quick look to Sunday’s ACC men’s soccer championship game between Clemson and Syracuse. We’re glad you found us! You can find all our episodes at youtube.com/clemsonkickoff. You can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram, both of those are @ClemsonKickoff and thanks to those of you following us on your favorite podcast app. Give us a quick subscribe or follow wherever you listen, to keep posted whenever we update (usually twice each week). Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- There's no good news for Tigers fans out of Saturday night's loss at Notre Dame, but we've got the straight news about the results nonetheless. Longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman break down the obvious problems on the field, including Coach Dabo Swinney taking responsibility for a poor game plan from him and his staff. We'll also get into some troubles that maybe weren't so obvious -- and even a few that remain mysteries. What are the odds that Clemson had one bad game rather than this being part of a longer trend to come? Listen to our analysis and comment with your thoughts or find us on Instagram or Twitter @ClemsonKickoff We're glad you found us! Check out our homepage (link in "About" tab), plus be sure hit follow on your favorite podcast app or check out our YouTube channel. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, coming out of the bye week it’s time to reset how each position looks on the field and how the players and coaches grade out as they are in the college football playoff picture at No. 4 in the committee’s first rankings. Plus it’s time to preview the Notre Dame game and we’re lucky to have national college football writer Matt Murschel of the Orlando Sentinel bring his knowledge of the Fighting Irish to our show, talking about this year’s strengths and weaknesses for Notre Dame and how that might match up with Clemson’s up and downs on the field. Speaking of which, co-hosts Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman grade out each position unit for the Tigers so far this year, from quarterbacks D.J. Uiagalelei and Cade Klubnik to running backs Will Shipley and Phil Mafah to defensive linemen Tyler Davis, KJ Henry, Bryan Bresee and more. It’s our most in-depth episode since the season started so be sure to find out how each group is faring as well as new coordinators Brandon Streeter on offense and Wes Goodwin on defense, here are the spots if you want to skip to one in particular – QB, 18:00 – OL 22:22 – RB 25:10 – national picture 29:29 – TE 30:55 – WR 33:05 – special teams 37:17 – DB 40:08 – LB 42:28 – Wes Goodwin & new defensive staff 45:50 – DL 48:09 – Can the Tigers stay in the playoff picture? Find out what to expect across the field with the analysis in this episode of the Reign Supreme Alway podcast from three longtime sports journalists. We’re glad you found us, Clemson Family! You can find all our episodes at our homepage, www.ClemsonKickoff.com, you can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram, both of those are @ClemsonKickoff and thanks to those of you checking us out on YouTube.com/ClemsonKickoff. Give us a quick subscribe to keep posted whenever we update, usually twice each week. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson family, the recent time off for the Tigers football team offers a good chance to get ready for basketball season – and former Clemson player turned analyst extraordinaire Terrence Oglesby joins the show for an in-depth look at the Tigers in 2022-23 before the season tips off! Coach Brad Brownell faces an important season ahead with big man PJ Hall recovering from injury – and when in doubt shout “Hunter,” whether it’s for Chase Hunter, Dillon Hunter and Hunter Tyson – plus Chauncey Gibson, Brevin Galloway and others will be key players to watch out for. Oglesby, who lives in Clemson, has it all covered for fans. And although it was a quiet week for the football team during the bye, Clemson picked up a commitment from 2023 athlete Misun “Tink” Kelley of nearby Daniel High School – find out how he could fit into the Tigers’ plans and why he might be able to help in more than just one role. We’re glad you found us, Clemson fans! Check out our homepage at https://www.ClemsonKickoff.com, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ClemsonKickoff and be sure to subscribe at https://www.youtube.com/clemsonkickoff or follow wherever you listen. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- to find out the latest Tiger football recruiting targets, expert Jeremy Johnson joins Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman as they discuss the latest big news about the talent on the way to Death Valley! From established commits such as quarterback Christopher Vizzina and defensive lineman Peter Woods to new recent offers such as running backs Jamarion Wilcox and Jamarius Haynes, ATH Misun Tink Kelley, DB Khalil Barnes and more. Catch up on the major happenings with Clemson recruiting in this episode of the Reign Supreme Alway podcast while the Tigers are on their bye week and out in the community giving back with help for charities. We're glad you found us! Check out our homepage at https://www.ClemsonKickoff.com or check us out on YouTube.com/ClemsonKickoff and follow us on Twitter and Instagram, @ClemsonKickoff for either. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- Maybe the issue isn't whether the Tigers are DJ Uiagalelei's team or Cade Klubnik's team, because it could simply be Will Shipley's team. Clemson beat Syracuse 27-21 by making use of both quarterbacks but the starting running back in Shipley carried the load figuratively and literally for the Tigers offense even as the vaunted Clemson defense once again took quite some time to round itself into the kind of form that's been expected for it. Longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman discuss what unfolded in Death Valley on Saturday, October 22, 2022, as Clemson moved to 8-0 heading into its bye week with four more games on the horizon for the regular season with a possible College Football Playoff berth within sight. We're glad you found us! Check out our homepage at www.ClemsonKickoff.com, find us on all major podcast apps and give us a follow on Twitter and Instagram at ClemsonKickoff as well. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, here comes the Tigers’ fourth straight ACC Atlantic Division challenge with Syracuse coming to town and outwardly confident even before the team arrives. Will this be a close contest such as the two games in the last four years decided by 4 points or less? Or will Clemson find a way to decidedly defeat Syracuse as it did the other two games in the last four years? Syracuse players including quarterback Garrett Shrader are publicly confident about coming into Death Valley and getting a win, looking to be the team that emerges still undefeated and in control of their path to the conference championship game in Charlotte later this year. We look at the matchups that matter, in particular when Syracuse has the ball – and explain why that seems to be more important heading into this game. Plus: Offensive line recruit Zechariah “Flapjack” Owens out of the state of Georgia has recommitted to Clemson after a handful of days outside the Tigers’ fold, we discuss what it means for the class and the ripple effect that might happen in the trenches. We’re glad you found us! Check out our homepage at www.ClemsonKickoff.com or find us at https://www.YouTube.com/ClemsonKickoff -- and wherever you prefer to listen please give us a subscribe or follow so we can keep this a free podcast. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram, @ClemsonKickoff, and you can fuel the continued conversation as we’re always glad to discuss differing viewpoints on Clemson sports whenever we have our analysis of the news that’s happening. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, the Tigers are in the driver’s seat of the ACC’s Atlantic Division after their seventh straight win over the Florida State Seminoles, in a game Saturday night that – much like the NC State game two weeks before it – was more convincing than the scoreboard shows. In Episode Thirty-Three of the Reign Supreme Alway podcast, co-hosts Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman discuss how Clemson controlled much of the night against FSU and why some costly mistakes on defense almost jeopardized a win for the Tigers. Plus we’ve got analysis of how Will Shipley, DJ Uiagalelei, Antonio Williams and others successfully handled some changes in offensive coordinator Brandon Streeter’s expanding playbook. We’ll also share our perspective on the remaining competition in the race for Clemson to earn a spot in the 2022 ACC Championship Game with a battle of unbeatens up next for the Tigers. We’re glad you found us! You can check out all our episodes at our homepage, www.ClemsonKickoff.com, you can also follow us on Twitter and Instagram, both of those are @ClemsonKickoff and be sure to give us a quick subscribe or follow to keep posted wherever you listen every time we update, usually twice each week. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- it's Clemson vs. Florida State week once again and there's college football recruiting news in the Tigers' program that makes it an even newsier week. Offensive lineman Zechariah Owens has decommitted from Clemson and the rumor mill is churning with the possibility that FSU has serious interest. Owens says money is a significant factor so NIL appears to be in play. Of more immediate note, Clemson and Florida St. are preparing to go toe-to-toe Saturday night in prime time as a close battle is expected to return to the ACC Atlantic rivalry with the division crown certainly in play (as well as the Tigers' playoff hopes). How will the Tigers contain Seminoles stars Jordan Travis, Johnny Wilson and others? The return of injured players Bryan Bresee, Sheridan Owens, Malcolm Greene and others could make a big difference. Join guest Roy Philpott along with co-hosts Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman as they discuss the expectations for Clemson vs. Florida State in 2022 on the Reign Supreme Alway podcast! We're also talking about what DJ Uiagalelei must do to help the Clemson offense and how he can help Will Shipley and Phil Mafah get the Tigers' running game off the ground. We're glad you found us -- visit www.ClemsonKickoff.com to hear all our episodes, plus see upcoming kickoff times, our Twitter feed and other useful resources. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, the Tigers took control in the second half against the Eagles at Boston College for a 31-3 win Saturday night, and that helped Clemson move up in the polls. Find out what looked good, as well as which aspects of the Tigers’ game took a step back (hint: running game). Some of Clemson’s key players might be returning to better health, but the absences did hurt in Boston despite the final score showing a comfortable margin of victory. Plus we’ll preview just a few ways head coach Dabo Swinney and the rest of the staff might want to get players better prepared for the next game, another primetime matchup on the road, this time in Tallahassee against Florida State. Join Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman as they discuss the latest major happenings with the Tigers. We’re glad you found us – check out our social media on Twitter and Instagram, both @ClemsonKickoff, as well as our entire lineup of episodes at YouTube.com/ClemsonKickoff and on our homepage at www.ClemsonKickoff.com -- go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, you spoke and we listened, so here’s a preview of the Tigers’ next matchup against the Boston College Eagles this weekend in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Plus we’ll look at the changes to the Clemson defense that helped control the N.C. State offensive attack in last weekend’s top-10 matchup just one week after a rough outing for the D. Join longtime sports journalists Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman as they discuss the latest big news about the Tigers -- and they'll also reset the ACC Atlantic Division picture. We're glad you found us! Check us out on Twitter and Instagram at @ClemsonKickoff or see the handy resources we have on our homepage at www.ClemsonKickoff.com as well. SUBSCRIBE AND LIKE, please, and feel free to comment and we'll answer. Love to hear everyone's viewpoints. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, Dabo Swinney and the Tigers easily cast N.C. State aside Saturday night by a 30-20 score that didn’t really reflect the magnitude of the win. It happened thanks to some quote Juice from coach Dabo Swinney and shows the in-season growth that’s been typical of the Tigers in the playoff era. And maybe the Tigers got a sugar boost from those Krispy Kremes last week because both sides of the ball played their most thoroughly effective football of the year and perhaps the best performance we’ve seen against quality competition since the 2020 ACC Championship Game win over Notre Dame. DJ Uiagalelei continued to shine and to show why we pegged him during the offseason as the clear starter over heralded incoming freshman Cade Klubnik. He did so again without huge numbers from Will Shipley, whose talent certainly drew respect from the opposing defense and helped open things up for the passing game. Tyler Davis, KJ Henry, Barrett Carter and Trenton Simpson kept the Wolfpack offense largely in check as Myles Murphy and even Keith Maguire also made key contributions. Clemson is clearly the class of the ACC’s Atlantic Division but will need to keep improving if they are to stay there, with three straight divisional opponents coming up on the schedule. Find out what looked so good about the Tigers against the Wolfpack – we’re glad you found us Clemson Family! Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram, both accounts are @ClemsonKickoff, and come see the resources on our homepage at www.ClemsonKickoff.com. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family -- D.J. Uiagalelei and the Tigers offense, unlikely as it might have once seemed, had to carry a hurting defense to victory over Wake Forest on Saturday in a 51-45 double-overtime thriller. After Clemson jumped out to a 14-0 first-quarter lead, why did it end up being so close, though? Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman analyze what went wrong for the Tigers defense and why the offense was able to, as head coach Dabo Swinney put it, shoulder the load and ensure Clemson could remain undefeated four games into the 2022 season. Surely things must improve before playing N.C. State at home in primetime next weekend in front of a raucous Death Valley crowd that also will see College Gameday on campus in the morning. Tyler Davis returned from injury showed what he's capable of on defense against Wake Forest, but numerous others need to step up their game and perhaps as Swinney put it rediscover their "edge." Give us a listen, subscribe for more analysis throughout the year and so you won't miss when we have well-known guests on our episodes as well. Plus follow us on Twitter and Instagram for more, both accounts are @ClemsonKickoff. We're glad you found us! Also check out our homepage at ClemsonKickoff.com -- go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family — it’s time for the Tigers to face up to a stronger opponent in Wake Forest, on the road no less, taking on the defending ACC Atlantic Division champion after three games to start the year against lesser competition. What issues need to be resolved on defense? How can the offense step up its production to meet a tougher challenge? Guest Chapel Fowler of The State newspaper joins co-hosts Bill Zimmerman and Daniel Shirley to look at the top angles surrounding Clemson’s first significant test of the 2022 football season. And they’ll be doing that with one less wide receiver on the active roster as Dacari Collins intends to transfer. It’s a big week for the Tigers, who figure to lean on WIll Shipley, Barrett Carter and others — including defensive tackle Bryan Bresee, who is expected to return after the loss of his sister. We’ll give you what you need to know about the game before kickoff of the Clemson game Saturday at noon at Wake Forest. We’re glad you found us! Check our about tab for links to our homepage, Twitter account and more. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, now that Tigers football is about to hit the tough part of its 2022 schedule, it’s time to recap not just Clemson’s 48-20 win over Louisiana Tech but the first three games as a whole – starting with the surprising issues that the Tiger D is seeing so far. Did they address one problem but simply open up another? College offenses are designed to force an opening somewhere. With two well-coached and talented teams ahead in Wake Forest and N.C. State, let's take stock of how Clemson's hyped defense stands to improve as a tough stretch of games stares them in the face -- and where optimism can be found. On offense, D.J. Uiagalelei and Will Shipley have been finding their strengths under new offensive coordinator Brandon Streeter, and we might have seen during Saturday night's win how things might start evolving for the Clemson attack as it tries to resurrect the form it had in winning two national championships. We're glad you found us, Clemson Family -- check out our homepage at ClemsonKickoff.com!
During Episode 24, our hearts go out to the Bresee family and condolences on the passing of Ella to all who knew her. With the Tigers playing Saturday, clearly the team will face a mix of emotions as they take the field against Louisiana Tech. Bill and Daniel are fortunate to be joined by guest Jon Blau of the Charleston Post and Courier to talk about all aspects of the week including the mental state of the Tigers as well as the Xs and Os they’ll surely be out to handle as well. We worked hard to keep things in perspective while also talking about what’s to come for Clemson football and where things stand performance-wise in the context of the season’s schedule. We’ll look at what Louisiana Tech brings to the table as it takes the field in Death Valley as well, and perhaps a few players whose rebound from injury will provide some bright spots including Adam Randall and perhaps Xavier Thomas and Tyler Davis. Thanks for listening, #ClemsonFamily.
Hey Clemson Family, the second week of the Tigers football season showed some new successes on offense, but some surprisingly persistent troubles also were visible for the vaunted Clemson defense this year – and it remains to be seen whether those issues will be a trend or an early glitch. The Tigers have maintained a bend-but-don’t-break mentality on D and kept opponents at an average of 11 points per game in the first two weeks of the 2022 season, but one major problem has been obvious against ACC opponent Georgia Tech and FCS opponent Furman – and Daniel Shirley points out it must get resolved before the schedule gets tougher with a road game against defending ACC Atlantic Division champion Wake Forest coming up in Week 4 and N.C. State coming to Death Valley in Week 5 looking for its second straight win in the Textile Bowl rivalry. Reasons for optimism shone through, however, in the offense’s performance as quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei put up strong statistics in the first half this week and generally had the offense moving in much more effective fashion (as it should have, admittedly, against a lower-tier opponent). Get the details and more in this episode of the Reign Supreme Alway podcast and be sure to subscribe or follow us on your favorite app – we’re glad you found us, Clemson Family!
Hey, Clemson Family, let’s dive into what we’re seeing about playcalling under new Tigers offensive coordinator Brandon Streeter, there are certainly ways that Dabo Swinney’s “Clemson offense” can evolve and we got our first look at some differences as well as some long-standing similarities during Streeter’s first game at the helm. We also got some breaking news Thursday about Swinney’s new contract extension that will keep him on the sidelines in Death Valley for a long time to come, we’ll examine a few aspects of how it can impact the football program in the coming years. We’ve also got a few items to watch for during this week’s game against the Furman Paladins, with last week’s season-opening wins for both programs in mind. And we’ll look at a hot start for the defending national champion Clemson men’s soccer team as they move up to a unanimous No. 1 in the rankings as well as a big start for Tigers volleyball with a landmark win over archrival South Carolina last week. We’re glad you found us! Check out our homepage at ClemsonKickoff.com and follow us on your favorite podcast app or subscribe to us (for free) at youtube.com/clemsonkickoff so we can always keep you up to speed on the latest around Clemson sports!
Hey, Clemson Family, it's time to take a look at D.J. Uiagalelei, Cade Klubnik and the rest of the Tigers' performance in their convincing 41-10 win over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets -- and in particular how the quarterbacks are bringing thoughts of some fairly recent Clemson football history, although probably NOT what you're thinking of when that phrase comes to mind. Head coach Dabo Swinney mentioned some communication issues with the offense, we'll take a look at that. The defense did a lot of things worthy of praise, while also showing some weak spots in a Week 1 performance that carried the day while the offense took some time to get its sea legs under it. Defensive tackle Bryan Bresee looked ready for prime time in the Monday night game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, which counted as a home game for Tech even though it was off campus, and behind him linebackers Barrett Carter and Trenton Simpson had huge games -- but defensive end K.J. Henry commanded the spotlight with a monster effort that led a strong performance showing why expectations have been high for Wes Goodwin's defense this season. And we'll have a surprise guest at the end who will keep our opinions in check in a few areas, another longtime sports journalist who keeps tabs on the Tigers as well. We're glad you found us, Clemson Family! Check out our homepage at ClemsonKickoff.com and find us on Twitter as well, @ClemsonKickoff.
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Hey Clemson Family, it’s almost time to kick off the Clemson football season for 2022 and we’ve got some analysis of recent comments from offensive coordinator Brandon Streeter heading into the opener in Atlanta against Georgia Tech. We’ll also talk about what D.J. Uiagalelei is saying, leading up to his first snap. Plus we’ve got a special guest in Roy Philpott of ESPN, who brings a unique perspective to the Tigers’ upcoming season as a Clemson grad who is plugged into national college football circles and can give a “step-back” viewpoint of where things stand. Philpott talks about his expectations for the Tigers’ strengths this year, where improvements are most critical and how the new coordinators on Clemson’s staff could impact the year ahead. It’s almost time for football, Tigers fans – check out our homepage at ClemsonKickoff.com and find a link to your place to listen as well as some other helpful resources and links. We appreciate you listening and hope you’ll subscribe or follow our free podcast!
Hey Clemson Family, we’re talking about Clemson’s place in the ACC for 2022 and we’re joined by one of the top reporters on the ACC beat in David Hale of ESPN and ACC Network. We talk about the factors that will determine whether last season’s disappointment was just a bump in the road or whether it could be repeated, along with some reasons the Tigers might be lightly challenged in the first half of the season. David also looks at this week’s Georgia Tech game and why the Yellow Jackets face an uphill battle to improve upon last year’s 3-9 record, including the departure of their best player who found greener pastures over the state line. And we’ll let you know about a new way that David and his colleagues will be keeping ACC fans up to date on football news this year. We’re glad you found us! Be sure to subscribe to our channel on YouTube or follow us on your favorite podcast app. And check out our homepage at ClemsonKickoff.com as well.
Hey Clemson Family, our latest guest from the beat reporters covering the Tigers is Matt Connolly of ClemsonSports.com. He's joining Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman to discuss the latest on some breakout players that casual fans will get to know better during the upcoming season on offense and defense. Plus he'll talk about his observations of quarterbacks D.J. Uiagalelei and Cade Klubnik, which he's been able to pick up during the practice sessions that have been open to the media. He'll also break down how freshman Wade Woodaz is becoming a surprisingly good fit at linebacker for defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin and how his higher-than-expected spot on the depth chart might translate to playing time this season for the signee out of Florida. Whether you're listening on your favorite podcast app or on YouTube, we're glad you found us! Be sure to follow or subscribe so we can keep this a free podcast and you won't miss out on any of the latest analysis of Clemson athletics. Go Tigers!
Hey, Clemson Family, it’s time to hear a couple of quick items from new Tigers offensive coordinator Brandon Streeter, we’ll break down our reaction to a couple of recent quotes from the man making the decisions on how to move the ball better this year – he’s talking about offensive tackle Blake Miller moving into the starting lineup and the fact that Cade Klubnik will definitely play this year in a role that still needs the details to be worked out. We also welcome our second guest to the Reign Supreme Alway podcast for this episode, Grace Raynor of The Athletic – she shares her perspective on coaches’ recruiting efforts for 2023 as well as some of the top Clemson freshmen to watch this season. Plus co-hosts Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman will take a quick run through a few former Tigers making names for themselves this NFL offseason. We’re glad you found us on your favorite podcast app or on YouTube – be sure to give that follow or subscribe button a tap, a like or a rating, or drop a comment whether you want to share a take we didn’t cover or to build on what we’ve said. Go Tigers!
Hey Clemson Family, Dabo Swinney recently talked about his quarterback and we'll analyze what the outlook could mean for the Tigers offense in this episode -- plus we've got a very special guest to talk not only football but his former sport! Clemson great Sharone Wright, we'll call him The Big Man, joins us for a close look at the current Tigers men's basketball team, which just came off a three-game exhibition tour in France. He also talks about the state of recruiting at Clemson (hint: he likes it both from his own experience and his viewpoint as a dad), the outlook for this year's football team and the things he can still relate to as a former athlete in Tigertown. Plus we look at the latest group of baseball signees headed to Clemson, including some highly ranked prospects out of high school as well as the meaningful way some transfers coming to Clemson from Michigan with new coach Eric Bakich can impact the dugout. Be sure to follow or subscribe so you won't miss out anytime we have analysis of the latest news out of Tigertown!
Hey, Clemson Family, the news is in on Xavier Thomas’ injury with a timetable for his return from defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin and we’ve got analysis on how it fits into the Tigers’ schedule this season as well as how the depth chart takes shape during his absence from the field. We’ve also got info on the 20th commit for Clemson’s recruiting class of 2023, that’s wide receiver Ronan Hanafin out of Massachusetts and we’ll talk about his potential. Plus this year’s preseason Associated Press college football poll is out and it’s got Clemson right in the thick of the playoffs mix, we break down how the Tigers are being perceived this year, as well as another major All-America preseason team that’s got a notable trio of players getting national honors individually. We’re glad you found us, Tigers fans, be sure to follow us on your favorite podcast app so you’ll stay up to speed on analysis of all the big Clemson sports news this year!
Hey Clemson Family, some unfortunate news to update in this one as multiple people are saying star defensive end Xavier Thomas left a scrimmage Saturday on a cart taking him out of Death Valley, we've got the early word on his injury and some other updates on how other Tigers are hurt or recovering. We also take a look at the Clemson vs. South Carolina game this year, always the most intense rivarly on the schedule and we'll discuss why the Gamecocks might pose a tougher challenge come November. We've also got a few details on a recent offer to a defensive end the Tigers are recruiting, including where he decommitted from -- plus we've got some rumored happenings from the early days of Fall Camp for the Tigers that are credible enough to talk about (including where offensive lineman Walker Parks and Blake Miller might be lining up). We're glad you found us as always -- be sure to hit that follow button so you can always keep up to date with analysis of all the latest happenings around Clemson football and highlights from all sports on campus in 2022!
Fall Camp has begun for Tigers football, and Clemson Family that means we've got a look at the early storylines to keep an eye on. Also in this episode, the latest defensive back to commit to Clemson is yet another prized recruit from the state of Georgia. Plus we'll preview what could be the toughest conference game on the Tigers' schedule in 2022, that's Miami as the Hurricanes return with quarterback Tyler Van Dyke under new head coach Mario Cristobal and a deep coaching staff. Also, we'll review what to expect from the Tigers' special-teams units this coming season. We're glad you found us! We're on all the major podcast apps so give us a listen and a follow on your favorite, plus we're on YouTube where you can subscribe. We are committed to keeping this a free podcast, so be sure you won't miss out on any of our updates as we provide analysis of the latest news around Clemson sports all year long.
Clemson Family, thanks for finding us again! Today we preview this year's road game at Notre Dame, which promises to be another high-stakes showdown for two playoff contenders late in the season as the Tigers look for redemption in the shadow of Touchdown Jesus. We'll also talk about one player who won't be taking the field for Clemson this year, unfortunately, as safety Lannden Zanders retired this week; we wish him the best and discuss the potential impact his decision has on the defense. Plus we'll discuss the new coaching roles on the team in 2022, from new coordinators on offense and defense to new position coaches, off-field analysts and even some familiar names joining the program as graduate assistants. And we'll finish things off by mentioning how one of the national polls has the Clemson men's soccer team as its preseason No. 1 with games just around the corner. We hope you enjoy this episode, Tigers fans, and give us a follow or a subscribe so you won't miss out on analysis of all the biggest news around Clemson sports twice each week!
Clemson’s quarterbacks are the focus for Tigers insiders and national outsiders alike this year as football season approaches – the battle of returning starting Clemson QB D.J. Uiagalelei vs. Cade Klubnik, the incoming freshman, has nearly everyone captivated. We’ll discuss the reasons an improved passing game doesn’t rely solely on whether Uiagalelei or Klubnik plays, as well as the similarities to the last time Clemson had a quarterback controversy and finally the keys to each one getting onto the field in 2022 regardless of who starts. Plus: Clemson has a new defensive back commit in Rob Billings out of Milton High School in the Atlanta, Georgia, suburbs, we’ll take a look at how he fits into the Tigers class of 2023. And we’ll preview this year’s upcoming Louisville game, as Scott Satterfield will bring QB Malik Cunningham and the Cardinals into Death Valley looking for just their second winning season in four years. We want to be your source for analysis of Tigers athletics in 2022, Clemson Family! Subscribe or follow us on your favorite podcast platform or on YouTube, it doesn’t cost anything, and we’ll keep you posted on the latest major news and what it means in the big picture. And, thanks for listening!
Hey Clemson Family, it's time to dig into the high expectations for the Tigers running back corps this season as well as preview the somehow always treacherous Syracuse game this year. Bill Zimmerman and Daniel Shirley will also get into the ACC beat reporters’ preseason polls that have Clemson coming out on top decisively and the six Clemson players those pollsters chose for the All-ACC preaseason team. This is Episode 10 of the Reign Supreme Alway podcast, go ahead and hit that subscribe or follow button like a lot of other folks are doing, so you won’t miss out as we keep you caught up on Clemson sports. You can find us at ClemsonKickoff.com, on Twitter @ClemsonKickoff and on Facebook at Reign Supreme Alway. A lot of you are finding us on YouTube, where we post our audio and that’s tremendous, plus you can find us on all the biggest podcast apps. And as an end note, we'll also outline an offseason trip the men's basketball team will be taking to France, including games that could provide a few offseason benefits to be seen when the Tigers hit the court in Littlejohn this fall.
Hey, Clemson Family - with ACC media days behind us, it's time to float some predictions for the final year of the Atlantic and Coastal divisions, and it should not be shocking that Clemson is once again among the favorites to win the conference (but how high can the Tigers go after a down season saw them miss the ACC title game in 2021?) with some solid challengers on the schedule. Bill Zimmerman and Daniel Shirley will also go over what to expect along the Tigers' offensive line, which needs to play better if Clemson is going to advance during the postseason. We've also got a preview of this year's Clemson at Florida State game, with the Seminoles also looking to improve and restore some drama to the rivalry. Plus the Clemson baseball team secured a couple of commits in recent days, and the men's basketball team got some potentially good news about its star player, P.J. Hall. We want to be your source for analysis of all things Tigers this year, so follow or subscribe and you won't miss out on anything.
Hey, Clemson Family, welcome to Episode 8 of the Reign Supreme Alway podcast, keeping you up to speed on Clemson football and other top sports in Tigertown! We're available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Amazon, Google and a handful of other top podcast apps and you can find our homepage at ClemsonKickoff.com. We're also on Twitter, @ClemsonKickoff, and on Facebook just search Reign Supreme Alway. Today we'll get into the biggest topics discussed by Dabo Swinney and the three Clemson players he brought to the ACC Kickoff media days in Charlotte, plus we'll preview the Boston College game coming up this season and take a look at how the Tigers tight ends might increase their impact on the gridiron for 2022. Plus we'll wrap up a look at how the MLB Draft affected Clemson baseball. And a quick note, if you want to support us, you can link to some really unique Clemson shirts, stickers and other gear via the link on our homepage, ClemsonKickoff.com, to the good folks at TeePublic -- where there's a big sale ending this Friday, July 22, offering all classic tees for $14 and everything else is up to 35% off (we get a small commission on each sale through our link, so that's where the support for us comes in), hopefully that's a win-win for you Tigers fans. We're glad you found us, and let us know what you want to hear on upcoming shows by tweeting to us @ClemsonKickoff!
Hey, Clemson Family, it's time to ask the question: Can the Clemson Tigers reclaim the status of college football's Wide Receiver U.? There's plenty of talent in the Tigers WR corps, but experience in the wake of several injuries poses a question mark for the long-heralded unit on offense. We open this show with a quick look at the impact that the Major League Baseball draft has had on Clemson baseball this offseason, with slugger Max Wagner chosen during the first day of the draft and commit Brock Porter and others selected on the second day. We'll also get into a "revenge game" for Clemson football this year as the N.C. State game in Week 5 will give the Tigers a chance to erase an overtime loss to the Wolfpack last season. We'll take a quick look at some of the questions Clemson players and head coach Dabo Swinney are likely to face during the ACC Kickoff media days later this week. And we'll gauge the impact that an injury to Clemson basketball star P.J. Hall could have on the upcoming 2022-23 season and how the Tigers might need to adjust on the hardcourt. We're glad you found us! Check out our homepage at https://ClemsonKickoff.com and follow us on Twitter at @ClemsonKickoff or on Facebook at Reign Supreme Alway. And subscribe or follow us at your favorite place to hear our analysis of Clemson athletics!
Hey, Clemson Family, we're glad you found us -- we'll talk about the Tigers' top cornerbacks in 2022 with two new starters needed, plus we'll preview the Wake Forest game slated for Week 4 on the schedule this season. We'll also discuss why D.J. Uiagalelei, K.J. Henry and Jordan McFadden were the team's choices for the upcoming ACC Media Days -- and we'll mention some Clemson Baseball commits and why they're relevant. We're working hard to earn your loyalty as a source for analysis of Clemson sports this year!
Hey, Clemson Family -- join Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman as they preview the safeties group on the Clemson defense in 2022, with Andrew Mukuba leading the way. Also: The impact of Peter Woods' commitment, a look at what to expect during this year's Louisiana Tech game and a quick glimpse at conference realignment. Come enjoy Clemson football analysis from two longtime sports journalists: We're glad you found us!
Clemson Family, the linebackers for the Tigers in 2022 should be able to keep pace with the exceptional defensive line in front of them! We'll also look at a couple of priority recruiting targets for the Class of '23, plus some freshmen who you'll want to keep an eye out for against Furman. And we'll check in on how three key Clemson products have been faring in Major League Baseball. We're glad you found us -- follow so you'll stay up to speed with the top things across Clemson athletics this year!
Hey, Clemson Family -- we've got more to discuss about Clemson football's vaunted defensive line, as this time the prowess of the Tigers' defensive ends including Myles Murphy, Xavier Thomas and KJ Henry finds the spotlight. We'll also discuss the importance of offensive line commit Zechariah Owens and what he brings to the future of the program. It's also time to begin previewing 2022 opponents, starting with the Clemson vs. Georgia Tech game. And we'll close things out with just a few thoughts about conference realignment and what it could mean for Clemson as well as the ACC in the coming years. We're glad you found us, Tigers fans -- come enjoy this all-football episode of our podcast about Clemson!
Hey, Clemson Family, we're glad you found us! We'll spend the bulk of this episode with a position preview of one of the football team's strengths in 2022 -- the Tigers' powerful defensive tackles -- and how their talent will serve as one of the key cogs of what's expected to be a national power among college football defenses. On the other side of the trenches, we'll look at a key recruiting commitment from offensive lineman Harris Sewell and why this Texan could prove critical to the class overall. We'll start the episode with a look at the new ACC schedules for football as 2023 will introduce a new format: what's good for Clemson, what's good for the conference and why. And we'll close it all out with some important moves new head coach Eric Bakich has made to hire assistants including Nick Schnebel and Jimmy Belanger. Give us a listen and hit that follow/subscribe button so you'll "alway" be up to speed!
Hey Clemson Family -- Come check out what Daniel Shirley and Bill Zimmerman, two longtime sports-media members who have followed Clemson sports and the ACC since even before their time as Clemson students and graduates, have to say about some of the latest happenings on campus. That includes plenty to say about the Tigers' red-hot month of football recruiting in June, with 11 commits (so far) and why it matters (and how much it matters). The show opens, though, with a quick look at the new Clemson baseball coach, Eric Bakich, and the outlook for what's next regarding his staff. And stick around for an impromptu grade of new athletic director Graham Neff, where he's doing well and what challenges might remain for his first year.
Clemson football fans, welcome to the Reign Supreme Alway podcast, your source for analysis of the Tigers in 2022. As we get started, we'll detail the program's outlook from top to bottom -- the reasons to smile and the X-factors to wonder about. Dabo Swinney has built a dynasty where the Blue Ridge yawns its greatness in Clemson, S.C., but a lot of change has come to Tigertown since last autumn. With plenty of strengths to build upon, let's look in-depth at where successes are likely and where challenges remain -- whether carrying over from last year or starting fresh now. We'll keep you up to date on the fierce Tigers defense, with Wes Goodwin now at the helm, and led by a punishing group of linemen that includes Miles Murphy, Tyler Davis, Brian Bresee and Xavier Thomas. And we'll give you the info you need on the potential of this year's offense, with DJ Uiagalelei back in command of Brandon Streeter’s playbook as Will Shipley, Beaux Collins and Jordan McFadden all figure prominently as well. Plus we'll offer insights on new key names to know, from capable freshmen to rising lettermen. And we'll shine a light on the unsung heroes of this team, the crucial players and coaches who don't get as much of the spotlight as they should. Each episode's breakdowns and shoutouts will be brought to you through the experienced viewpoints of longtime ACC and Clemson football observers. And when the football team isn’t rocking Death Valley and the ACC, we'll keep you posted on Clemson sports from soccer and basketball to baseball, softball and more. We're glad you found us, Clemson family! Check back soon for our debut episode, follow us on Twitter at @ClemsonKickoff and on Facebook at ReignSupremeAlway, and until then, Go Tigers!