Matthew Conner

Joined: Feb 8, 2024

Matthew is a national college sports writer for FanSided, and has been covering football, basketball and other sports for ten years. Matthew is a graduate of Texas Tech University with a Bachelor's of Science in Human Development. Matthew is also an avid photographer who loves spending time in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.

McNeese v Clemson

Clemson fan-favorite Ian Schieffelin sees college career end with a whimper

McNeese v Clemson

Clemson head coach Brad Brownell shoulders blame for shocking loss to McNeese

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney talks with media before during the first football practice at the Allen N. Reeves Football Complex at Clemson University in Clemson, S.C. Friday, February 28, 2025.

National analyst shows Clemson major love for 'heater' on the recruiting trail

Sep 5, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Clemson Tigers cheerleader runs a flag after a touchdown against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Clemson battling Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and others for local O-lineman

Jan 12, 2020; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; A Clemson Tigers helmet on display before the head coaches press conference for the CFP with LSU Tigers head coach Ed Orgeron and Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney at the Sheraton New Orleans, Grand Ballroom. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images

Nation's top 2027 high school linebacker to visit Clemson this month

General Views of the Alamodome

Where is the 2025 Final Four? Potential Clemson NCAA Tournament sites

Mar 1, 2025; Charlottesville, Virginia, USA; Clemson Tigers center Viktor Lakhin (0) controls the ball between Virginia Cavaliers forward Jacob Cofie (5) and Cavaliers guard Andrew Rohde (4) during the first half at John Paul Jones Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Clemson uses strong second half to push past Virginia on the road

2025 NFL Scouting Combine

Former Clemson football DT stands out at NFL Combine Thursday

College Football Playoff National Championship - Head Coaches News Conference

4-star wide receiver sets visit date with Clemson, seven other programs

Duke v Clemson

Clemson forward Ian Schieffelin finally healthy at just the right time

Clemson v Texas - Playoff First Round

Clemson right tackle rated one of the best returning linemen for 2025

Notre Dame quarterback Sam Hartman (10) runs by Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) for a touchdown during the third quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 4, 2023.

Two Clemson defenders projected as 2025 All-Americans by On3 Sports

Duke v Clemson

Clemson basketball makes huge jump in both national polls

Feb 15, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Clemson vs Arizona baseball during the Shriner's Children's College Showdown at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Jim Cowsert-Imagn Images

Clemson sports news roundup: Baseball, softball have perfect weekends, more

A Clemson helmet sits on the table during the Cotton Bowl head coaches press conference Friday, December 28, 2018.

Cotton Bowl Head Coaches Press Conference

5-star 2026 wide receiver has Clemson football in his top six programs

Feb 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Clemson Tigers forward Ian Schieffelin (4) looks to move the ball past SMU Mustangs center Samet Yigitoglu (24) during the first half at Moody Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Clemson basketball runs road winning streak to six games, takes down SMU