Clemson’s defense in 2024 had some dominant individual performances, but the overall results? Not quite up to Clemson’s standard. The Tigers finished 69th in total defense, struggled with missed tackles and gave up too many big plays in the run game.

So what went wrong? Who stood out? And more importantly—who steps up in 2025?

🚀 T.J. Parker & Peter Woods were stars.
🚀 Avieon Terrell locked down opposing WRs.
🚀 Will Heldt & Jeremiah Alexander could be impact transfers.

But is that enough to fix the problems?

Join Morgan Thomas as he breaks down Clemson’s PFF defensive grades, where the Tigers need to improve, and who will be the next breakout stars in 2025.

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