Another NFL Draft is in the books and Clemson football saw just three players selected which is on the light side under Dabo Swinney.
That figures to change in a big way in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Pro Football Focus released its early 2026 NFL Draft big board and three Tigers were featured right up there near the top. Actually, three of the top five prospects on the board are Tigers.
At No. 2 on PFF's big board, and as the No. 1 edge rusher in the class, is TJ Parker. The junior defensive end had a huge 2024 season, recording 57 total tackles, 20 tackles for loss, and 11 tackles for loss. He also led the ACC in forced fumbles with six to go along with a pass breakup and two fumble recoveries. He was a monster and now he's PFF's No. 2 draft prospect.
Right behind him at No. 3 is Peter Woods who's listed as the No. 1 defensive tackle in the class. He had 28 tackles, nine tackles for loss, and three sacks this past season. I've seen him listed as the No. 1 overall prospect in the 2026 class.
Lastly, Cade Klubnik is the No. 5 prospect on the big board. He passed for over 3,600 yards and 36 touchdowns this past season with only six interceptions. He's the No. 2 quarterback on PFF's big board behind Arch Manning.
With this kind of NFL talent on the roster heading into the 2025 season, it might just be national title or bust for Swinney and the Tigers.