Grayson Mann

Working the Clemson beat has been a dream. That dream continues, as I have joined @ClemsonTigerNet to write and podcast full time. I'm thankful to @MDavidHood for the opportunity this summer, and I can't wait to continue to grow. Stay tuned. The best is yet to come. ✍️

Dabo Swinney says Chris Johnson Jr. has been "awesome." "He's done a good job. He's got his weight in the right spot, and he's touchdown fast. He can go the distance." @ClemsonTigerNet

Dabo Swinney thinks Clemson's speed is much improved compared to last fall, crediting Dennis Love for much of that growth. "I think we are a fast team. I think we are a faster team than last year." @ClemsonTigerNet

Dabo Swinney feels like Clemson has a deeper QB room than in years past, with clarity at the top of the pecking order with Christopher Vizzina leading the charge. "We like our room. We think we got four pretty functional guys at the position. That hasn't always been the case."

Dabo Swinney says Rich Bisaccia's form of being locked in is a "state of rage" once the season starts. A unique personality to guide Clemson's special teams unit. @ClemsonTigerNet

Dabo Swinney has high praise for Tajh Boyd and the potential his QBs coach has in this profession: "Tajh will be a head coach. There's no doubt. He has all the tools." @ClemsonTigerNet

@walkerknowsball Your eyes aren't deceiving you.

For a second there I thought that said 4.24

Dabo Swinney was pleased with the outcome of the ruling on Tristan Smith's eligibility: "Super happy for him. This is a game changer for him." @ClemsonTigerNet

Dabo Swinney says Kourtney Kelly is trending well and he expects the transfer DT to play this season "at some point." Good news for the Clemson portal addition. @ClemsonTigerNet

Dennis Love says Clemson RB Chris Johnson Jr. clocked in at a 4.38 when he arrived on campus. He's at a 4.24 time heading into camp. Unreal speed for Chad Morris to work with. @ClemsonTigerNet

Ben Boulware says the next step for Jeremiah Alexander is all about communication: “He’s becoming a more fluid and confident box backer…he’s made the most progress from a communication and holding guys accountable standpoint.” @ClemsonTigerNet

Barrett Carter asked Ben Boulware how he’s recovered from losing his favorite player to mentor. “Devastated,” Boulware says. @ClemsonTigerNet

Former Clemson LB Barrett Carter is here and has joined the media scrum. @ClemsonTigerNet

Mike Reed had a fun way of describing how transfer Donovan Starr found his way to Clemson via the transfer portal: “He just went to Auburn for a vacation. He’s back to his true home.” @ClemsonTigerNet

Mike Reed says it was great to see Avieon Terrell land with the Atlanta Falcons and get the chance to play with his older brother. “You gotta love it. The NFL love stories. It’s heartwarming.” @ClemsonTigerNet

“He’s like a puppy. He’s got a new set of teeth and he’s biting.” Mike Reed says he sees Polo Anderson absolutely making an impact early after a successful spring. @ClemsonTigerNet

Mike Reed says Marcell Gipson has been as advertised: “You see why we recruited him.” He adds freshman Shavar Young has also stood out early in his Clemson career. @ClemsonTigerNet

“I think you’ll see an explosive offense that can score a lot of points.” Kyle Richardson says the offense has taken big steps this spring, and he’s looking forward to seeing what this unit can do this fall. @ClemsonTigerNet

What are some characteristics that will define Chad Morris’ offense? Kyle Richardson saw an added urgency and intensity: “One of the things you’ll see is the sense of urgency and the intensity. That’s what Chad brings.” @ClemsonTigerNet

Kyle Richardson on Christian Bentancur: “He’s a natural route runner. He’s naturally gifted in space. His next step is how physical can he be. How dominant he can be in the run game. He got better and better as the spring went.” @ClemsonTigerNet

Kyle Richardson says Chad Morris’ system is very tight end friendly. Is it more blocking? Down field attack? “It’s more of an everything role,” Richardson says. @ClemsonTigerNet