Swinney Gives Latest Update on Key Transfer DT

A key Clemson transfer defensive tackle still has a chance to return for the Tigers’ regular season finale vs. rival South Carolina, according to head coach Dabo Swinney.

During his Tuesday press conference, Swinney gave the latest update on Markus Strong, who suffered a lower leg injury in the season opener against LSU on Sept. 5 and subsequently underwent surgery.

Swinney was asked if he feels like it’s still a possibility that Strong could return for the South Carolina game on Nov. 28.

While the Oklahoma transfer was initially expected to miss the rest of the 2026 campaign, Swinney said earlier this fall that there was a realistic chance he could return late this season, potentially as soon…