The age-old saying in football is that the game is won or lost in the trenches. It still rings true today, and that’s why recruiting quality offensive and defensive linemen is crucial to success in college football.
Clemson has consistently done that under Dabo Swinney, and the Tigers are well-equipped to continue competing for championships moving forward after bringing in another stellar haul in the trenches, especially on the defensive side of the ball.
Clemson signed five defensive linemen on Dec. 20, the first day of the inaugural early signing period for college football recruits. The group includes defensive ends Xavier Thomas, K.