Come to Clemson if You Want to Develop and Play!
- Charles Mays
- Feb 12
- 2 min read
In the constantly changing landscape of college football, teams strive to prepare for the future while staying competitive now. Clemson Tigers Football exemplifies this balance, and the 2024 season highlights their dedication to nurturing young talent. With many freshmen receiving substantial playing time, Clemson leads college football for being focused on the growth and development of its youngest players. According to Pro Football Focus College, Clemson's freshmen played a massive 3,494 snaps in the 2024 season. That led the nation in freshmen snaps played. Second on that list was Oklahoma with 2,913 freshmen snaps.
In the 2024 season, several standout freshmen played pivotal roles in Clemson's success, clocking in impressive snap counts. Wide receivers T.J. Moore Jr. (549 snaps) and Bryant Wesco Jr. (504 snaps) swiftly adapted to the demands of college football, making numerous fantastic catches and building chemistry with quarterback Cade Klubnik. On defense, linebacker Sammy Brown (444 snaps) demonstrated his versatility and instincts, providing a strong presence in the middle of the field. Meanwhile, defensive back Ashton Hampton (455 snaps) excelled in the secondary, using his speed and awareness to disrupt opposing offenses. These four players were especially crucial to Clemson's team performance last season, and with that experience, they appear poised for outstanding careers with the Clemson Tigers and beyond.
Guided by head coach Dabo Swinney, the Tigers have frequently depended on strong recruiting classes. However, the focus on early playing time is clear. Freshmen on both offense and defense have left their mark by providing significant playing time and demonstrating their readiness for major college football. Dabo has stated many times that he believes in what he has there in Clemson. He doesn't bring in players if he does not believe in them. It also shows that he believes in his coaching staff to develop these young players. I wonder who the top freshmen will be this coming season.
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