Clemson Tigers show up in force shows Dabo Swinney still builds NFL stars

9 Tigers invited to the NFL combine.
Mar 2, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; A general overall view of Lucas Oil Stadium, the home of the Indianapolis Colts and site of the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Mar 2, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; A general overall view of Lucas Oil Stadium, the home of the Indianapolis Colts and site of the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The 'Clemson-to-NFL' pipeline officially moves to Indianapolis this month as nine Tigers prepare to trade their orange and white for combine spandex at Lucas Oil Stadium. Leading a group that balances blue-chip legacy with players looking for a late-draft surge, headliners like defensive tackle Peter Woods and cornerback Avieon Terrell are looking to prove that despite a turbulent 2025 season in Death Valley, the program’s professional pedigree remains a first-round standard.

Offensive Group (Saturday/Sunday Workouts)

Cade Klubnik | QB | 6'2", 210 lbs

  • Outlook: A 5-star recruit who showed significant growth in 2024 (3,639 yards, 36 TDs).
  • Draft Grade: Early-to-mid round projection.
  • Key Traits: High-level processor with a quick release and good accuracy. While he lacks "elite" arm strength or rushing power, he is a savvy operator who can win from the pocket.

Adam Randall | RB | 6'2", 235 lbs

  • Outlook: A fascinating "big back" conversion. After three years at wide receiver, he moved to RB in 2025, rushing for 813 yards and 10 TDs.
  • Draft Grade: Round 5–6 (Developmental).
  • Key Traits: Exceptional size for a back with natural receiving hands (due to his WR background). He is a "hammer" between the tackles but is still refining his vision and pass protection.

Antonio Williams | WR | 5'11", 190 lbs

  • Outlook: A prolific slot specialist who finished his career top-5 in Clemson history for receptions.
  • Draft Grade: Round 2–3.
  • Key Traits: Elite "twitch" and route-running. He excels at creating separation in short-to-intermediate windows. His main concerns are his smaller frame and recent history of lower-body injuries.

Blake Miller | OL | 6'6", 310 lbs

  • Outlook: An incredibly durable tackle with three straight seasons as a starter.
  • Draft Grade: Round 3–4 (Right Tackle project).
  • Key Traits: High football IQ with a wrestling background that shows in his hand fighting. He needs to add upper-body strength to anchor better against NFL-caliber power rushers.

Defensive Group (Thursday/Friday Workouts)

Peter Woods | DL | 6'3", 315 lbs

  • Outlook: Regarded as a "freak" athlete who can play anywhere from nose tackle to defensive end.
  • Draft Grade: Potential Top-20 Pick.
  • Key Traits: Rare speed for his size (reportedly running a 4.75–4.8s 40-yard dash). He is a "wrecking ball" on the interior who can collapse pockets instantly.

T.J. Parker | DE | 6'3", 260 lbs

  • Outlook: A highly productive, technically sound edge rusher who recorded 12 sacks in 2024.
  • Draft Grade: Round 1–2.
  • Key Traits: One of the "cleanest" prospects in the class; he has an advanced arsenal of pass-rush moves (euro-steps, jump-chops) and is stout against the run.

DeMonte Capehart | DL | 6'4", 320 lbs

  • Outlook: A sixth-year senior who chose to return to school to perfect his craft after an injury-heavy 2024.
  • Draft Grade: Round 4–5.
  • Key Traits: A pure "two-gapping" run stuffer with massive power. He is a pocket-collapser who projects as a rotational interior piece in the NFL.

Wade Woodaz | LB | 6'4", 235 lbs

  • Outlook: A versatile defender who played both linebacker and safety. He was a 2025 team captain.
  • Draft Grade: Mid-round (Day 2 or Early Day 3).
  • Key Traits: Comparison to Isaiah Simmons for his ability to cover and blitz. He’s a "baller" who finished his career with 217 tackles and 9 sacks.

Avieon Terrell | DB | 5'11", 180 lbs

  • Outlook: Younger brother of Falcons CB A.J. Terrell. He established himself as a premier man-coverage specialist.
  • Draft Grade: Round 1.
  • Key Traits: Elite recovery speed (4.3s range) and sticky coverage skills. Despite being slightly undersized, he is aggressive and disciplined in his technique.

The prospects will undergo medical exams and team interviews starting February 23, but the on-field drills (40-yard dash, vertical jump, and positional work) follow this schedule:

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