Swinney on Clemson’s ‘National Championship or Bust’ Expectations

There was a time not too long ago when some people thought the Clemson football program had fallen off. Fast forward to the present, and there’s a much different narrative around Dabo Swinney’s program.

After capturing yet another ACC Championship and returning to the College Football Playoff last season, Clemson is widely viewed as one of the best teams in college football entering the 2025 campaign. There’s been no shortage of preseason hype and praise for the Tigers, who are considered a legitimate national championship contender this year, with their talent level and returning production among other factors.

However, in recent years, some were having conversations about whether Swinney’s…