CLEMSON — When spring practice begins later this month, coaches will get their first look at Clemson’s retooled secondary.
The backend of the Tigers’ defense was a weak link in 2025, and moves were made in the transfer portal to upgrade the talent level at corner. Eliott Washington II was brought in from Penn State and Donovan Starr from Auburn, to go alongside returning players Ashton Hampton and Branden Strozier. Corian Gipson is also back after seeing a lot of action at the nickel over the back half of last season.
Clemson also signed two cornerbacks as part of the 2026 recruiting class, and both enrolled early and will take part in spring practice.