While the Clemson Tigers have been through a turbulent 2025 season, individual talent in Tigertown is the subject of ongoing talk in NFL scouting circles. Following a dominant display at the Senior Bowl, ESPN’s Matt Miller announced a new two-round mock draft as five Clemson stars are projected to come off the board in the first 42 picks. Leading the way is defensive end T.J. Parker, whom Miller has pronounced the "overall winner" of the Senior Bowl showcase.
20. Dallas Cowboys: T.J. Parker, DE
The Cowboys are in desperate need of an edge presence after the Micah Parsons trade. Parker's stock is at an all-time high. Even though production dropped to 5.5 sacks in 2025, Miller says Parker “vaulted up” draft boards in Mobile. “Parker was seen as a potential Round 1 player... but the Senior Bowl reminded us of Parker’s ability to win by locking out blockers with his long arms. Dallas needs an immediate-impact edge rusher.”
21. Pittsburgh Steelers: Avieon Terrell, CB
The younger brother of Falcons star A.J. Terrell is expected to remain in the AFC North. Miller calls the 2025 All-American an "ultra-athletic, fluid mover," who can start right away. Terrell leaves Clemson as the school record holder for forced fumbles by a defensive back (8).
28. Houston Texans: Blake Miller, OT
The “Iron Man” of the Clemson offensive line finds a home with the Houston Texans in protecting C.J. Stroud. With a school-record 54 consecutive starts, Miller is a “rock-solid” right tackle and he allowed only two sacks and two blown run blocks in his last season.
Round 2: Woods and Williams Go Back-to-Back
The Clemson run does not end in the first round. Miller projects a “Tigers-to-NFL” double-header early in the second:
No. 41 Cincinnati Bengals: Peter Woods, DT
Miller notes that the interior class was “weak,” making Woods a steal at 41. Woods was the only player in the country in 2025 to record multiple games with both a sack and a rushing touchdown.
No. 42 New Orleans Saints: Antonio Williams, WR
The Saints are looking to pair Williams with Chris Olave. Williams finished his Clemson career 4th in all-time receptions (208) and tied for 4th in touchdown catches (21).
If Miller’s projections are correct, the Tigers should see their biggest "early-round" haul in years and show that the Clemson pipeline continues to be elite, regardless of the win-loss column.