Clemson has done a fantastic job putting talent into the NFL in recent years. With 37 current players in the NFL, the Tigers have been an NFL talent factory. They have enjoyed massive levels of success over the last 8 seasons, advancing to 6 consecutive College Football Playoffs (2015-2020), 4 National Title games, and Winning 2 National Championships. Despite a “down season” in 2023 with a 7-4 regular season record, Clemson is a national brand, that continues to recruit well and place top-end talent into the NFL.
Clemson in the Draft
The Tigers have put over 250 players into the NFL over the years. Currently with 37 players in the NFL, Clemson is tied for 6th in the country for NFL players in the NFL. Notable players in the league include QB Trevor Lawrence, QB Deshaun Watson, RB Travis Etienne, WR DeAndre Hopkins, WR Tee Higgins, WR Mike Williams, DT Dexter Lawrence, DT Grady Jarrett, LB Isaiah Simmons, CB AJ Terrell and S Jayron Kearse.
Clemson All-American Declares for NFL Draft
Tiger All-American LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr has declared for the 2024 NFL Draft. A finalist for the Butkus Award, given to the nation’s top LB, Trotter finished his career with 192 tackles, 29.5 TFLs, and 4 INTs (2 Pick-6s). Trotter is the son of former All-Pro LB Jeremiah Trotter. He has the chance to be the 1st linebacker off the board in April’s draft.