Clemson Tigers: 2018 Recruiting class update

Sep 10, 2016; Clemson, SC, USA; Clemson Tigers co-offensive coordinator Jeff Scott reacts during the first quarter against the Troy Trojans at Clemson Memorial Stadium. Tigers won 30-24. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 10, 2016; Clemson, SC, USA; Clemson Tigers co-offensive coordinator Jeff Scott reacts during the first quarter against the Troy Trojans at Clemson Memorial Stadium. Tigers won 30-24. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports /
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The Clemson Tigers 2018 recruiting class has the potential to be special. The Tigers class currently has five commitments, including the No.1 player in the country Trevor Lawrence.

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The Clemson Tigers are currently leading in Crystal Ball projections for the following five star prospects:

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Clemson is also leading in Crystal Ball predictions for a handful of other three and four star prospects. The Clemson Tigers 2018 recruiting class is projected to be small in numbers similar to the 2017 recruiting class.

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Despite the size of this Clemson recruiting class, the Tigers may be able to sign three to four 5-star recruits. The Tigers are currently perceived as leaders for the top three overall prospects in the country. If signing day was today, Clemson would sign an unprecedented level of talent. No school has ever signed the top three overall prospects in the same recruiting class.