Signing Day Central: Clemson’s early signing day starts now: Flips and future on deck

The early signing period is college football’s first real snapshot of the future—the moment where “committed” becomes ink, where months of evaluations and relationships finally turn into official paperwork.

Clemson enters the day positioned to make noise, not just because of star power, but because of what signing day always reveals: fit. This is the first clear look at the next wave of Tigers—blue-chippers with spotlight expectations, plus the under-the-radar takes Clemson believes it can develop into difference-makers.

And for fans, that’s the fun of it. Signing day isn’t just a list of names. It’s the start of a new storyline.

What signing day really is: a closing test

There are two games happening at once today:

• Getting signatures in cleanly

• Holding the class together while rumors fly

This is the part of recruiting that isn’t glamorous. It’s organization, communication, and trust—making sure every commitment stays solid when other programs make their last push.

The teams that win signing day aren’t always the ones with the flashiest tweet. They’re the ones that close.

Clemson’s bigger picture: building the next roster core

Signing day is where the program’s blueprint becomes visible:

• Position balance (not just “best available,” but what the roster needs)

• Development bets (players Clemson’s staff believes will jump levels with coaching)

• Future leadership (the kind of personalities that fit the building)

Some signees will be ready to challenge for early snaps. Others will be two- or three-year plays—high-ceiling athletes Clemson can shape. Either way, this is roster building in real time.

How we’re tracking it today

As National Letters of Intent roll in, we’re updating!

Check back throughout the day as the class becomes final and the story sharpens:

WR Connor Salmin — Bullis School (Purcellville, VA)

Salmin is a smooth 6-1, 190-pound receiver with strong body control and natural hands. He’s a refined route runner who consistently wins with timing and precision. A top-200 national prospect, Salmin’s versatility — inside or outside — and reliable catch traits make him a prototypical Clemson developmental WR who could climb the depth chart early.

CB Shavar Young — Webb School (Knoxville, TN)

Young brings speed, fluid hips, and advanced coverage technique to Clemson’s DB room. At 5-11, 175 pounds, he’s sticky in man coverage and has been a consistent riser on the camp circuit. He projects as a competitive outside or nickel corner with strong instincts and toughness.