There isn't much room for another disappointing season at Clemson.
After watching last year's lofty expectations disappear during a 7-6 campaign, Dabo Swinney and the Tigers enter 2026 looking for a much different result. That puts Clemson in an uncomfortable spot nationally, with College Football News' Pete Fiutak ranking the Tigers No. 2 among programs under the most pressure this season.
Only Nebraska landed ahead of Clemson on Fiutak's list, while ACC rival Florida State came in at No. 4.
It's easy to understand why Clemson is so high.
Last year's team appeared built for a major run. The Tigers had experience all over the roster, returned more production than anyone in the country and began the season ranked among the nation's top four teams.
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After watching last year's lofty expectations disappear during a 7-6 campaign, Dabo Swinney and the Tigers enter 2026 looking for a much different result. That puts Clemson in an uncomfortable spot nationally, with College Football News' Pete Fiutak ranking the Tigers No. 2 among programs under the most pressure this season.
Only Nebraska landed ahead of Clemson on Fiutak's list, while ACC rival Florida State came in at No. 4.
It's easy to understand why Clemson is so high.
Last year's team appeared built for a major run. The Tigers had experience all over the roster, returned more production than anyone in the country and began the season ranked among the nation's top four teams.
#college
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