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The Playmakers Press, Ed. 15
The Playmakers Press, edition 15 dives deep into the upcoming MLB World Series. The struggles of the Clemson football and upcoming season for Clemson Women’s Basketball. Sweetie and Premier League player Jadon Sancho rumors, Denver Broncos player fined, and more!

SMU Upsets Clemson at Death Valley: Mustangs Stun Tigers in ACC Showdown
SMU defeated Clemson 35-24 at Death Valley on October 18, 2025, in a stunning ACC upset. With Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik out, backup Christopher Vizzina made his first career start but couldn't stop the Mustangs. Kevin Jennings led SMU to victory, improving to 5-2 overall and 3-0 in ACC play. Clemson falls to 3-4, facing mounting playoff pressure. The defensive battle saw crucial fourth-quarter heroics from SMU, including a game-sealing touchdown after a controversial pass interference call. This marks a signature road victory for the Mustangs against the defending ACC Champions.

Clemson Tigers Look to Reset During Bye Week Before UNC Showdown
For the first time in over two decades, the Clemson Tigers find themselves in unfamiliar territory. With a 1-3 record through the first four games of the season, Dabo Swinney's squad is experiencing their worst start since 1998.

The Playmakers Press, Ed. 14
The Playmakers Press, edition 14 dives deep into the upcoming MLB Postseason. The struggles of the Clemson and how they are preparing to comeback against UNC. The WNBA playoffs and heading into the finals and much.

Jackson State Rolls Southern 38–13, Launches SWAC Charge
Rivalry games reveal who you are. In the Boombox Classic, Jackson State put its identity on display—physical on offense, suffocating on defense, and merciless in the middle eight minutes around halftime—routing Southern 38–13 on the road.

Las Vegas Classic: HBCU Glory Meets the Strip
On October 25, 2025, Allegiant Stadium will host the inaugural Las Vegas HBCU Classic, a landmark showdown between two SWAC giants: Jackson State University and Grambling State University. This isn’t just another football game — it’s a cultural event, a homecoming reunion on neutral turf, and a declaration that HBCU football deserves the brightest of stages.

Orange Crush: Syracuse Stuns Clemson 34-21 in Death Valley Family Weekend Upset
What was meant to be a celebration of family and tradition turned into a nightmare for the Tigers as Syracuse delivered a crushing 34-21 upset victory in Death Valley, leaving the home crowd stunned and questioning everything they thought they knew about this Clemson team.

The Playmakers Press, Ed. 12
The Playmakers Press, edition 12 dives deep into the College Football season with success from Edward Waters University. The struggles of the Kansas City Chiefs and other teams, with much more!

Tigers Pull Off Walk-Off Win Against No. 13 Virginia Union in Unity Classic Thriller
Edward Waters upsets No. 13 Virginia Union 41-38 in the Unity Classic with a game-winning field goal as time expires. Bodden, Thomas, Jean-Baptiste, and Gagne lead the way in this thrilling HBCU showdown. Cleaned up mistakes or die trying—see how both teams move forward.

Tigers Blank Tuskegee, Reset After Southern Miss
If the road loss at Southern Miss raised questions, Jackson State answered them with a 30–0 shutout of Tuskegee. It wasn’t just a reaction—it was a reset. The Tigers asserted trench control, tightened coverage, and showed the kind of composure that separates good teams from consistent winners.

Birr’s Bomb: Georgia Tech Stuns No. 12 Clemson
Georgia Tech kicker Aidan Birr drilled a 55-yard field goal as time expired to upset No. 12 Clemson 24-21 in Atlanta, snapping the Tigers' nine-game winning streak in the rivalry.

CLEMSON COMES TO THE FLATS: GEORGIA TECH HOSTS TIGERS IN CRUCIAL ACC SHOWDOWN
Clemson and Georgia Tech have met 88 times in history with the Yellow Jackets holding a 50-36-2 advantage in the series, but recent history tells a different story. The Tigers have won the last 9 games against Georgia Tech, including a 42-21 victory at Death Valley in 2023.
Wolfpack Claws Back: NC State Defeats Wake Forest in Thrilling Rivalry Battle
NC State overcame a 14-0 early deficit to defeat Wake Forest 34-24 in a thrilling rivalry showdown. Quarterback CJ Bailey led the Wolfpack's comeback with clutch fourth-quarter plays, while the defense delivered crucial turnovers including a spectacular pick-six by Isaiah Shirley. Wake Forest jumped ahead early with a 98-yard opening kickoff return, but NC State's resilience shined through. Key moments included Bailey's gutsy fourth-down conversion and Royal's game-sealing interception. The victory showcased the Wolfpack's championship character in this heated ACC rivalry matchup under the Friday night lights.

BUILDING A BUZZ: HOW BRENT KEY IS TRANSFORMING GEORGIA TECH INTO AN ACC POWERHOUSE
When Brent Key took over the Georgia Tech program, he inherited more than just a football team – he inherited a culture that needed rebuilding from the ground up. Coming off consecutive 7-6 seasons and back-to-back 5-3 marks in ACC play, the Yellow Jackets had shown flashes of competence but lacked the consistency and identity of a championship-caliber program.

Clemson Stages Comeback to Thwart Troy
Clemson rallied from an early 16-point deficit to defeat Troy 27–16 on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. The Tigers (1–1) outscored the Trojans 24–0 in the second half to secure the win and bounce back from a season-opening loss to LSU.

Georgia Tech Rolls to 59–12 Win Over Gardner-Webb in Impressive Home Debut
Georgia Tech’s offense was on full display this weekend, as they crushed Gardner-Webb 59–12 at Bobby Dodd Stadium. The Yellow Jackets electrified fans while showcasing depth, explosiveness, and poise across the board.

Brian Kelly Credits Players' Belief and Second-Half Control in LSU's Statement Win Over Clemson
In the aftermath of LSU's impressive Saturday night victory over Clemson, head coach Brian Kelly was quick to deflect praise to his players while highlighting the mental toughness that carried the Tigers to a statement win against a top-five opponent.

The Playmakers Press, Ed. 10
The Playmakers Press, edition 10 dives deep into the College Football season and gives a game day preview. There is NFL and other sports news such as Naomi Osaka in the U.S. Open!

GEORGIA TECH STUNS COLORADO IN BOULDER: YELLOW JACKETS GROUND DEION'S DREAM IN THRILLING OPENER
Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King transformed Folsom Field into his personal playground, rushing for three touchdowns and leading the Yellow Jackets to a dominant 463 total yards of offense while holding Colorado to just 305 yards.

Tigers Control Hampton, Show Their 2025 Identity
The Tigers opened 2025 with a 28–14 win over Hampton, and it looked exactly like the staff drew it up: control the line, set the pace, finish drives. The box score won’t crown a Heisman, but it tells the right story—composure, balance, and situational poise.