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A potential starter on Clemson's defensive front is moving on from football. Tigers coach Dabo Swinney announced Wednesday afternoon that defensive end Justin Foster has graduated and is leaving the program. Foster missed all of last season after a battle with COVID-19 in the preseason. Foster led Clemson's defensive line in tackles for loss in 2019 when he last played. "Tried to talk him out of it, but he had a very tough fall. COVID was a very tough thing for him," Swinney said. "Justin is a guy that's always battled asthma and allergies. He's always had challenges with that. When he got COVID last summer that really, really set him back." Swinney added that Foster is much better now than he was last fall but is still working his way back from COVID. Swinney spoke with Foster about continuing to work to get back on the field, but the Shelby, N.C., native is ready to begin his professional career. - The State

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DE Justin Foster, Clemson
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02/12/21 - *Trevor Lawrence, Jr/2021, Clemson, 6-6, 213 (DS#1 QB) + More +

Lawrence will have surgery on his left shoulder in the next couple of days and then will begin the rehab process. He told ESPN what he expects that to be like and when he expects to be full strength. "I think I can throw in six-to-eight weeks after the surgery, start throwing again, and then looking at a four-to-five month full clearance," Lawrence said. "Obviously I'll be able to do stuff before then, but just glad it's non-throwing shoulder. So shouldn't be too bad. Just have to rehab really hard and work hard to get back." - The State

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QB *Trevor Lawrence, Clemson
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02/12/21 - *Trevor Lawrence, Jr/2021, Clemson, 6-6, 213 (DS#1 QB) + More +

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence worked out for several NFL personnel including his expected future pro coach, Urban Meyer of the Jacksonville Jaguars. The national championship winner is projected as the No. 1 overall pick in April's NFL draft, the spot held by the Jaguars. Lawrence had planned to throw on Clemson's Pro Day on March 11, but moved up things when he learned he'd need surgery on his left, non-throwing shoulder. Lawrence said doctors have told him he should be able to throw within six to eight weeks of surgery. Along with Meyer, Jacksonville's offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell and passing game coordinator Brian Schottenheimer were in attendance. Others watching Lawrence's session were new Atlanta coach Arthur Smith and New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas. Lawrence threw about 40 passes, moving from short swing patterns to red zone tosses before finishing with several throws between 50 and 60 yards. - AP College Football

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QB *Trevor Lawrence, Clemson
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02/10/21 - *Trevor Lawrence, Jr/2021, Clemson, 6-6, 213 (DS#1 QB) + More +

Former Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence will have surgery on his left, non-throwing shoulder before the NFL draft. Lawrence's representative, Kyle Strongin of MGC Sports, said Lawrence scheduled a workout for NFL personnel on Friday instead of waiting for Clemson's pro day on March 11 because of the upcoming surgery. Strongin did not specify when the procedure would happen. Lawrence, the 6-foot-6 passer who finished second in Heisman Trophy balloting to Alabama receiver Devonta Smith, is expected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. - AP Sports

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QB *Trevor Lawrence, Clemson
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01/19/21 - Xavier Thomas, rSr/2024, Clemson, 6-2, 244 (DS#26 DE) + More +

Xavier Thomas is returning to Clemson for the 2021 season, looking to finally live up to the hype. The former five-star recruit and No. 3 overall prospect for the class of 2018 has played in 34 games through the first three years of his career. He has nine sacks in those 34 games. Thomas was a candidate to transfer or turn pro following this past season but will instead return to Clemson, the school announced late Monday via social media. It has been a difficult college career for Thomas thus far. He had a disappointing sophomore season that saw him record only two sacks and ended with him being suspended for the first quarter of the national title game. This past season he missed the first three games of the year after battling COVID-19 and strep throat over the summer. - The State

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DE Xavier Thomas, Clemson
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01/19/21 - Nolan Turner, rSr/2022, Clemson, 6-1, 202 (DS#11 FS) + More +

Clemson's entire starting defense is returning for the 2021 season. Tigers senior safety Nolan Turner announced on Instagram Sunday night that he is coming back to school for a sixth year. He is able to do that after the NCAA decided last August to give all fall sport student-athletes an extra year of eligibility due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Turner is the final Clemson starting defender to make a decision on his future. He joins senior linebacker James Skalski, junior linebacker Baylon Spector and junior cornerback Derion Kendrick as players who announced that they will return to school. - The State

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FS Nolan Turner, Clemson
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01/17/21 - Travis Etienne, Sr/2021, Clemson, 5-10, 215 (DS#2 RB) + More +

One year after many NFL draft analysts expected him to bolt for pro dollars, Travis Etienne is moving on. The Clemson running back on Friday officially declared for the 2021 NFL draft. He leaves the Tigers as the program's all-time leading rusher (4,952 yards). Etienne earned ACC Player of the Year honors in 2018 and 2019. He surprised many fans and media members by returning to Clemson in 2020 for his senior year. He could have returned in 2021 as the NCAA granted all 2020 players an extra year of eligibility. - Charleston Post Courier

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RB Travis Etienne, Clemson
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01/16/21 - Justyn Ross, rSr/2022, Clemson, 6-4, 210 (DS#35 WR) + More +

Clemson's Justyn Ross has made his decision on his future. The star receiver will return to school, he announced on Twitter Thursday night. Ross is coming back to Clemson after missing this past season due to a congenital fusion in his spine. Ross was named a freshman All-American in 2018 after catching 46 passes for a team-high 1,000 receiving yards. In 2019, he led the Tigers in catches with 66 for 865 yards and eight touchdowns. The former Phenix City High (Alabama) star was expected to be a first-round pick in the 2021 NFL draft before being injured. - The State

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WR Justyn Ross, Clemson
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01/08/21 - James Skalski, rSr/2022, Clemson, 6-0, 228 (DS#20 ILB) + More +

Clemson linebacker James Skalski is already the first player to ever play in five ACC championship games. Now he has an opportunity to become the first to ever play in six. Skalski announced Thursday that he is returning to Clemson for a sixth season. He's able to do that after the NCAA decided last August to give all fall sport student-athletes an extra year of eligibility due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The return of Skalski is huge for Brent Venables and the Clemson defense. Skalski is not only an All-ACC performer but is also someone Dabo Swinney described as "the heart and soul" of Clemson's defense this past season. - The State

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ILB James Skalski, Clemson
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01/08/21 - *Jackson Carman, Jr/2021, Clemson, 6-5, 317 (DS#15 OT) + More +

Clemson's best and most experienced offensive lineman is leaving for the NFL. Left tackle Jackson Carman announced Wednesday night that he is entering the NFL draft. Jackson, a former five-star recruit, was named second-team All-ACC this past season. The Ohio native was a two-year starter for the Tigers, starting all 15 games in 2019 and all 12 games this year. Carman declared for the NFL draft the same day that Tigers star quarterback Trevor Lawrence announced that he is also turning pro. - The State

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OT *Jackson Carman, Clemson
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01/07/21 - *Trevor Lawrence, Jr/2021, Clemson, 6-6, 213 (DS#1 QB) + More +

2020 MAXWELL AWARD (COLLEGE FOOTBALL'S TOP PLAYER) FINALIST: Trevor Lawrence, Clemson...Lawrence is 198-for-286 passing (.692) for 2,753 yards and 22 touchdowns, while also rushing for 211 yards and seven scores. He ranks seventh in FBS in total offense (329.3) and eighth in total QBR (85.6). The product of Cartersville, Ga., also is listed nationally in passing yards (10th), passing efficiency (11th, 172.7), touchdown passes (12th) and points responsible for (12th, 174). - Clemson Football

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QB *Trevor Lawrence, Clemson
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01/07/21 - Travis Etienne, Sr/2021, Clemson, 5-10, 215 (DS#2 RB) + More +

2020 DOAK WALKER AWARD (TOP RUNNING BACK) FINALIST: Travis Etienne, Clemson,...Etienne played in all 11 games as a premiere running back and pass catcher who saw spot duty on kick and punt returns at crucial times in big games. He touched the ball an average of 18 times per game rushing, receiving and returning punts and kicks; averaged 145.3 all-purpose yards per game; and scored 15 touchdowns rushing and receiving. - Clemson Football

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RB Travis Etienne, Clemson
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01/07/21 - *Trevor Lawrence, Jr/2021, Clemson, 6-6, 213 (DS#1 QB) + More +

2020 DAVEY O'BRIEN NATIONAL QUARTERBACK AWARD FINALIST: Trevor Lawrence, Clemson,...Lawrence is 198-for-286 passing (.692) for 2,753 yards and 22 touchdowns, while also rushing for 211 yards and seven scores. He ranks seventh in FBS in total offense (329.3) and eighth in total QBR (85.6). The product of Cartersville, Ga., also is listed nationally in passing yards (10th), passing efficiency (11th, 172.7), touchdown passes (12th) and points responsible for (12th, 174). In nine games, the 6-6, 220-pound junior passed for more than 300 yards five times with a pair of 400-yard games. Clemson (10-1) is 9-0 in contests started by Lawrence and is the second seed in the College Football Playoffs. - Davey O'Brien Award

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QB *Trevor Lawrence, Clemson
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01/07/21 - *Trevor Lawrence, Jr/2021, Clemson, 6-6, 213 (DS#1 QB) + More +

Clemson's wait for a Heisman trophy winner continues. Tigers star quarterback Trevor Lawrence finished second in Heisman voting, it was revealed Tuesday night. The award is given annually to the best player in college football. Lawrence is the runner-up behind Alabama senior receiver DeVonta Smith, who had 105 catches for 1,641 yards and 20 touchdowns this season. Lawrence was only the second Clemson player to be named a Heisman finalist. He missed two games in the 2020 regular season but still completed nearly 70% of his passes for 2,753 yards, 22 touchdowns and four interceptions. He had seven rushing scores. Former Tigers QB Deshaun Watson named a Heisman finalist twice, finishing as the runner-up in 2016 and third in 2015. - The State

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QB *Trevor Lawrence, Clemson
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01/06/21 - *Trevor Lawrence, Jr/2021, Clemson, 6-6, 213 (DS#1 QB) + More +

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence has made it official - he's heading to the NFL. Lawrence, the 6-foot-6 QB with the power arm and flowing hair, released a video on social media Wednesday announcing he was leaving school and declaring for the NFL draft. "I really feel like I'm a man now and I'm ready to take on those challenges," Lawrence said. "Super excited for life ahead. I'm grateful for Clemson and I'm going to miss it." Lawrence had said in September he planned to play his junior season, graduate in December and move on to the NFL.

However, in October, Lawrence discussed keeping his options open, which included possibly returning for another year of college as discussions of the No. 1 pick intensified between the then winless New York Jets and the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jaguars finished 1-15 and have the top pick in the draft and are expected to take Lawrence. He finished 34-2 in his college career, leading Clemson to three Atlantic Coast Conference titles and the national title after the 2018 season. He finished second in the Heisman Trophy race Tuesday night to Alabama receiver DeVonta Smith. - AP College Football

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QB *Trevor Lawrence, Clemson
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