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Clemson's Dabo Swinney Faces Crucial 2026 Season Ahead

3/3/2026

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Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney's future hinges on the 2026 season after a 7-6 finish.
Swinney overhauled his staff by hiring Rich Bisaccia as special teams coordinator and promoting Thomas Allen to defensive passing game coordinator.
The Tigers posted a lower win rate and a recruiting class ranked 25th nationally as NIL and revenue-sharing changes press Clemson to rebound from its worst season since 2010.

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Story summary

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney's future hinges on the 2026 season after a 7-6 finish.
Swinney overhauled his staff by hiring Rich Bisaccia as special teams coordinator and promoting Thomas Allen to defensive passing game coordinator.
The Tigers posted a lower win rate and a recruiting class ranked 25th nationally as NIL and revenue-sharing changes press Clemson to rebound from its worst season since 2010.