The Clemson Tigers dipped into the transfer portal again, coming out with one of the best players available; Will Heldt of the Purdue Boilermakers. The Clemson Tigers were the only power conference program to not dip into the transfer portal in recent years.

It's portal palooza for Clemson and coach Dabo Swinney, who after being the lone Power Four program not to add a transfer from the portal last offseason has brought on its second this week in ex-Purdue defensive end Will Heldt.

When portal receiver Tristan Smith announced a commitment to Clemson on Monday, it was a move that sent shockwaves throughout the college football world. Due to Dabo Swinney’s lack of

Smith, who starred at Southeast Missouri State in 2024, is the first significant transfer addition of the Dabo Swinney era at Clemson.

Dabo Swinney continues to adapt to the evolving college football landscape, securing another key player through the transfer portal. Former Purdue defensive end Alex Heldt announced his commitment to Clemson,

Clemson football head coach Dabo Swinney adjusted to the times and made history for the Tigers' program in the transfer portal

Clemson football head coach Dabo Swinney made headlines earlier this week by taking a step some thought he never would—adding a player from the transfer portal. With depth concerns at wide receiver following the departures of Troy Stellato and Noble Johnson,

Heldt appeared in 24 games and this fall was credited with 56 tackles, 10 behind the line of scrimmage, with five sacks and a fumble recovery he took 16 yards for a touchdown.

Clemson football has 2025 to turn to now, following its rough 38-24 loss to Texas Saturday. The defeat immediately ended any thoughts of a third national championship under head coach Dabo Swinney. Speaking of Swinney,