Hold on to your helmets, people! There’s no stopping the NFL draft circus in town, and the Clemson Tigers are sure to take some of the most fun rides the other side! Daniel Jeremiah, your ever watchful draft connoisseur, has released his crystal ball, showing the top 50 prospects for 2026, and by Jove, five of our all-time favorite Tigers made the cut! Let us go on this light-hearted pick parade, shall we?
First Up: Blake Miller -- A Tackle for the Ages! When he stepped on stage at No. 23 is none other than Blake Miller, the offensive tackle. Not that this guy is just smashing records, he’s shattering records! With a mind-boggling 3,778 snaps in 54 games—Oh, he started every single one without breaking a sweat—Miller wasn’t just a player; he was a machine! Jeremiah raved about Miller’s wrestler-like strength, jaw-dropping length, and proficiency in reading the field like an NFL quarterback. This tiger is going to roar in the NFL!
Next in Line: Avieon Terrell — The Feisty Cornerback! Entering the draft as a No. 30 slipper, we have cornerback Avieon Terrell. This guy is packing some serious talent with a respectable 128 tackles, 30 pass breakups, and oh yes – 8 forced fumbles. If anyone understands how to apply himself, it’s Terrell! This pocket dynamo with a flashy pace and nimble skillset won’t just be your next level nickel, it’s the game killer on your back. Watch out for wide receivers — his competitive streak is willing to pay for his lunch, too!
Peter Woods — A Defensive Dynamo! Our powerhouse, Peter Woods, is hot on Terrell’s tail at No. 34. This dude made 99 tackles and five sacks in a college career. No wonder Jeremiah couldn’t stop raving about him! And Woods is a force of nature and just an absolute nightmare for blockers (sorry, not sorry). Be it gobbling up any and all inch on the line or chasing down plays, Woods is a prospect NFL teams will want on his roster!
Antonio Williams — The Catching Machine! Diving at No. 36 is our dynamic wide receiver, Antonio Williams! Tiger has certainly made his name for himself, with 2,336 yards and 21 touchdowns. Indeed, he caught at least one pass in all of his first 33 games—here’s what we refer to as consistency! Jeremiah tells me that he is a “twitchy” player with an ability to cause separation relatively easily. Prepare yourself, as Williams will be the secret weapon for whichever side gets him!
Last But Not Least: T.J. Parker — The Sacking Sensation! Coming in to wrap up our Clemson catwalk parade is defensive end T.J. Parker at a solid No. 38. This isn’t any ordinary defensive end—he’s a certified sack machine with 21.5 sacks (and counting)! Though he lost production somewhat during the past season, his early career suggests his recent contributions, despite a slight dip in production, are a sign that he's got the chops to be an impactful player at the next level. Jeremiah claims that he’s multi-faceted enough to slide anywhere and that he’s an asset to any lineup of players, a great part of any NFL setup.
The Draft Countdown Begins! Mark your calendars, sports fans! The NFL Draft (Big Event) is April 23-25, in a beautiful city called Pittsburgh. Are Daniel Jeremiah’s musings going to be accurate? With three Tigers scheduled for the first round, this is only the first phase of the exhilarating journey ahead for those athletes! So keep those pom-poms open, and just cheer as your Clemson boys set forth to try to make their way to the NFL!