Is Dabo Swinney's son playing for Clemson? A look at Will Swinney's ties with the Tigers

Dabo Swinney will be entering his 17th season as coach of the Clemson football team in 2024. This will be an interesting season for Swinney and his family since all three of his sons, Will, Drew and Clay, will be part of the program under the same roof.

Is Dabo Swinney's son playing for Clemson?

Yes, Swinney's youngest son, Clay, plays wide receiver at Clemson in the 2024 season. He is a sophomore and has already racked up decent numbers to keep up with the team.

He joined the program as a walk-on in the lineage of the Swinney clan. So far, he has recorded 28 yards for two receptions over a period of two seasons. He didn't have much playing time however things are expected to improve as soon as he enters in junior year or senior to be the best.

In July, it was reported that Swinney's eldest son, Will, was joining the Clemson coaching staff as a volunteer offensive intern for the upcoming season.

Will previously played as a wideout for the Tigers from 2017 to 2021. During his college career, he made 35 receptions and scored one touchdown. He was also part of the team that won the national championship undefeated, under his father's guidance, in 2018.

After his college career, Will ventured into broadcasting. He spent two years as a color analyst on the Clemson Sports Network and contributed to the coverage of Clemson football.

Now, Will joins his father and younger brother, Drew, on Clemson's coaching staff for the 2024 season.

Drew had been working as a graduate assistant for the Tigers football team after finishing his collegiate career in 2022. He has been promoted to assistant wide receivers coach for the upcoming season.

Who is Dabo Swinney's starting quarterback at Clemson for the 2024 season?

Clemson HC Dabo Swinney at the Tigers' fall practice (Source: Imagn)

As things stand, Cade Klubnik is Clemson's starting quarterback for the 2024 season. He represented the team during the ACC media day along with coach Dabo Swinney.

Klubnik enrolled at Clemson early in January 2022. In his freshman year, he served as the backup to DJ Uiagalelei but still made 10 appearances.

Klubnik grabbed headlines at the 2022 ACC championship game, where he won the MVP award. He posted 279 passing yards and a touchdown, leading the Tigers to a 39-10 win over the North Carolina Tar Heels.

Klubnik got the starting role at Clemson in 2023. He racked up 2,844 yards and 19 touchdowns on 290 passes. He also rushed for four touchdowns and guided the Tigers to a 9-4 record.