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Clemson impresses 5-star OT Jackson Carman on recent visit

By Anthony Messenger

Jan 14, 2017; Clemson, SC, USA; Clemson Tigers mascot greets fans during the College Football Playoff National Championship celebration parade in downtown Clemson prior to a ceremony at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dawson Powers-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 14, 2017; Clemson, SC, USA; Clemson Tigers mascot greets fans during the College Football Playoff National Championship celebration parade in downtown Clemson prior to a ceremony at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dawson Powers-USA TODAY Sports /
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Yesterday, the Clemson Tigers played host to Jackson Carman, the nations No. 1 overall offensive tackle in the 2018 recruiting class.

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On twitter, Carman expressed his fondness for the Tigers following his visit.


This news proves how far Clemson has come on the recruiting front under Dabo Swinney. Carman is right in the back yard of Urban Meyer and the Ohio State Buckeyes, yet, Clemson is squarely in the running for his services, in fact his leader at the moment.

Clemson is going to need help at offensive tackle in the near future, as Mitch Hyatt will likely have an opportunity to leave for the NFL following the 2017 season. Carman has the requisite size, toughness and athleticism to be a day one starter at the college level.

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It will be interesting to see how Carman’s recruitment plays out as National Signing Day is still months away. One things for sure, whoever lands Carman is getting a bonafide stud capable of anchoring an offensive line.

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