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The Playmakers Press, Ed. 16
The Playmakers Press, edition 16 dives deep into NBA and the players that are on the top of their game. The continued college football games with Clemson University football homecoming coming up. The gambling scandals and more!
Clemson Homecoming Showdown vs. Duke — Why This One’s Everything
Homecoming brings alumni, school pride, and expectations all in one charged atmosphere. The stands will overflow with old friends, former players, camping tails, and social media hype. That atmosphere gives Clemson a boost—but also a weight. Duke may not always be dominant, but a win there becomes a résumé-builder.
No. 6 Duke Rallies Past No. 18 Tennessee in Exhibition Thriller
In front of a sold-out crowd of 21,678 at Food City Center on Sunday, October 26, the No. 18 Tennessee Volunteers fell to No. 6 Duke 83-76 in an exhibition game that showcased both the promise and growing pains of two highly-ranked programs entering the 2025-26 season.
Miami Bounces Back with Dominant 42-7 Victory Over Stanford Behind Fletcher's Three Touchdowns
No. 9 Miami Hurricanes crush Stanford Cardinal 42-7 at Hard Rock Stadium. Mark Fletcher Jr. rushes for three touchdowns as Miami rebounds from Louisville upset with second-half explosion.
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!
Louisville Stuns No. 2 Miami 24-21: Cardinals End Hurricanes' Perfect Season with Historic Road Victory
Louisville Cardinals upset No. 2 Miami Hurricanes 24-21 at Hard Rock Stadium. Carson Beck throws four interceptions as Cardinals earn first top-10 road win in program history.
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 Women’s Basketball: Poised to Turn Upside Down into Upside Up
The Clemson women’s basketball program heads into the 2025–26 season with a quiet confidence that comes from rebuilding the right way. After a 14–17 record in 2024–25 and a 6–12 ACC mark, coach Shawn Poppie and his staff have used the offseason to tighten fundamentals, sharpen identity, and emphasize player development.
Clemson Men’s Basketball: Momentum, Transfers, and a Program on the Rise
Clemson men’s basketball arrives at 2025–26 with genuine expectation. The program’s momentum, capped by a remarkable 2024–25 season and program-best conference showing, is now being reinforced via a productive transfer window and institutional commitment to continuity.
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.
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.
Miami vs Florida 2025: Final Chapter of In-State Rivalry Could Define Seasons for Both Programs
Miami Hurricanes face Florida Gators September 20, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in potentially final meeting for years. No. 4 Miami seeks to extend dominance over struggling Gators program.
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.
Miami Hurricanes vs Notre Dame 2025: Catholics vs Convicts Rivalry Renewed in Season Opener
Miami Hurricanes host Notre Dame Fighting Irish August 31, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadium in renewed Catholics vs Convicts rivalry. Carson Beck debuts as Canes seek statement win over top-10 opponent.
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.