The Clemson Tigers are certainly busy so far this offseason with recruiting, the transfer portal, and adding a new defensive coordinator. In 2024, it was a big

Expectations will be sky high in 2025 for Clemson, which returns key personnel on offense and defense and will have a new DC in place.

In a school release, Dabo Swinney explained why former Clemson football defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin will not return to his coaching staff.

Wes Goodwin has been fired as Clemson’s defensive coordinator after three seasons. The Tigers traditionally have been one of the top run-stopping teams in the country but ranked 85th in rushing defense this season after allowing more than 200 yards in five games.

Dabo Swinney released a statement on the decision on Monday. He thanked Wes Goodwin for everything that he did for the Clemson football team. Goodwin has been with the Tigers for quite a while, so this wasn't an easy decision.

Wes Goodwin had served as Clemson's defensive coordinator for three seasons, and the unit has been declining, especially on run defense.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has fired defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin after three seasons in the role. Goodwin was promoted to replace Brent Venables in 2022. Swinney said he informed Goodwin of the decision Sunday night.

Dabo Swinney is looking to replace Wes Goodwin as Clemson's defensive coordinator. Tennessee's Tim Banks is among the names that might interest the Tigers.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney announced a defensive coordinator coaching change. The Tigers finished out the season ranked 69th among FBS schools in total defense. Defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin will not return to Clemson’s coaching staff next season.

Clemson parts ways with DC Wes Goodwin

The Tigers were able to bounce back nicely after a poor 2023 season by winning the ACC Title and securing double-digit wins. Clemson was unfortunately a little overmatched in the