Clemson’s Crushing Loss Sparks Questions | Clemson Tigers Football News

Clemson Tigers Football Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 8, 2026 · 2m

Clemson’s season opener was a disaster — crushed 51-10 by LSU, their worst loss since Dabo Swinney took over. Critics, even former players, called the play “soft” and “sad to watch,” as LSU outgained them by nearly 500 yards. Swinney admitted the team earned the beating, but questions are mounting about his long-term strategy — especially his reluctance to use the transfer portal, while LSU brought in 48 transfers vs. Clemson’s 15. The defensive line is hit hard with Markus Strong likely out for the year after a leg injury, though Kourtney Kelly is expected back soon and Vic Burley will…