In three of the past four seasons, a true freshman has made an immediate impact at Clemson.
This current season has been the lone exception, with the Tigers signing just one wideout in the last recruiting class in Ju Ju Preston.
Clemson signed three on Wednesday, with each being ranked as a four-star prospect. One of those, Naeem Burroughs (Bolles School, FL), has been named as an “Instant Impact” player.
Rivals put out a list of 2026 recruits who are capable of making an immediate impact in 2026 and Burroughs was fourth on the list.
“Naeem Burroughs has the skillset and athletic ability to walk and become an instant impact role player at the collegiate level,” Rivals’ Cody Bellaire wrote.