The Clemson Tigers have scheduled a visit with Southern Miss safety Corey Myrick, who is set to be on campus Wednesday as the Tigers continue to attack their most pressing roster need through the transfer portal.
The visit, first reported by Tiger Illustrated, will mark Myrick’s first trip to Clemson. The 6-foot-2, 200-pound sophomore would have two years of eligibility remaining.
A Rising Portal Target
Myrick enters the portal as one of the hottest names at his position. He is currently ranked as the No. 22 safety and a top-215 overall player in the transfer portal by On3 after a breakout season at Southern Miss.
In 2025, Myrick posted career-best numbers with 91 tackles, two interceptions and a forced fumble, emerging as a physical, high-volume defender capable of handling heavy snap counts.
Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Myrick began his college career at Marshall Thundering Herd before transferring to Southern Miss Golden Eagles, where his role — and production — expanded dramatically.
Heavy Competition for a Visit
Clemson will be battling stiff competition for Myrick’s commitment. He visited Louisville Cardinals on Monday and also has visits lined up with LSU Tigers, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, Cincinnati Bearcats, Wisconsin Badgers and Memphis Tigers.
That makes Wednesday’s visit a pivotal opportunity for Clemson to sell both fit and opportunity.
Why the Need Is Immediate
Clemson’s secondary has been hit hard this offseason. Starters Ricardo Jones and Khalil Barnes have both entered the transfer portal, while Rob Billings has also moved on.
In response, head coach Dabo Swinney and defensive coordinator Tom Allen have taken an aggressive approach, prioritizing experienced, physically ready defensive backs who can compete immediately.
That push paid off earlier this week when Clemson landed its first portal commitment in Penn State defensive back Elliot Washington II.
More Dominos to Fall
Myrick is one of several safeties Clemson continues to evaluate. Others in contact with the Tigers include Chris Bracy (Memphis), Jerome Carter II (Old Dominion), Justin Denson Jr. (Michigan State) and Lyrik Rawls (Kansas).
For Clemson, the mission is clear: rebuild the back end quickly — and correctly.
Myrick’s visit represents another critical step in that process.