Revamping Clemson: Dabo Swinney's Overhaul for the 2026 Season
Clemson's head coach, Dabo Swinney, implemented significant changes to the program after a disappointing 7-6 season in 2025. Swinney took a more aggressive approach to the transfer portal and revamped the coaching staff. Rich Bisaccia, a former Green Bay Packers assistant head coach, joined as the Tigers' special teams coordinator, while offensive coordinator Garrett Riley was let go. Chad Morris, returning for his third stint with Clemson, replaced Riley as the new offensive coordinator. The team faced a quarterback battle and utilized the 15 spring practices to prepare for the upcoming season.
The transition to Morris' offense proved challenging for the players, with the offense struggling to adapt to the increased tempo. Additionally, new transfer defensive tackle Kourtney Kelly suffered an injury, adding to the team's setbacks. The Tigers are working through these adjustments as they prepare for their annual spring game on March 28. Stay updated on NCAA news by visiting Newsweek Sports.