Four-Star Edge Rusher Names Clemson an Elite 12 Landing Spot
The 2027 high school standout Rashad Streets, a four-star defensive end ranked No. 8 at his position and No. 65 overall, has included Clemson in his Top 12 college choices. Despite some early decommitments in the 2026 class, Streets’ list features traditional powerhouses like Alabama, Ohio State, Georgia, Michigan, Texas, and Oregon, alongside ACC peers Florida State and NC State. At 6-4 and boasting eye-popping sophomore stats—123 tackles, 35.5 tackles for loss, 26.5 sacks, four blocked punts, two forced fumbles, and more—he’s drawn national attention. Since his Clemson offer in early September, he’s visited several campuses, including unofficial and official trips to Clemson, Tennessee, Penn State, Alabama, Ohio State, South Carolina, and Florida State. A commitment from Streets would bolster a 2027 Clemson class already featuring top prospects at quarterback, linebacker, safety, and cornerback.
Fans can finally breathe easier knowing a teenager with gaudy stats thinks Clemson might be fun—because what this “shaky” season really needed was the promise of a 17-year-old pass-rusher to restore national glory. Forget actual wins; if a kid lists you alongside Alabama and Ohio State, your program has clearly peaked. Expect booster meetings to pivot from coaching philosophy to invitation etiquette and whether to stock the locker room with scented candles for his official visit. And if he picks anywhere else? Clearly he just needs a better private jet to see the true majesty of Death Valley.
Betting Lines Roar as Clemson Faces No. 20 Louisville
Clemson enters Friday night’s road clash at Louisville as a slight underdog after opening at +3.5 and shifting to +2.5 on FanDuel, with the over/under holding steady at 50.5 points. The Tigers (4-5, 3-4 ACC) are clawing to reach .500 for the first time since beating Boston College, following a morale-boosting 24-10 win over Florida State in which Cade Klubnik led a balanced attack. Louisville (7-2) aims to rebound from an overtime loss to Cal and features dual threats in QB Miller Moss and leading rusher Isaac Brown, who averages 8.6 yards per carry. Wide receiver Chris Bell also ranks among the ACC’s top receivers. Clemson must win two of its final three games—Louisville, Furman, and South Carolina—to secure bowl eligibility. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. EST on ESPN.
Nothing says “college football drama” like tweaking a number half-a-point either way and watching everyone lose their minds. The Tigers, who can barely decide if they’re good or not, are being treated like a heavyweight contender by sportsbooks—until you remember they lost to Duke at home. Meanwhile, Louisville’s offense is so daunting that Clemson fans might consider legalizing a wager on whether they’ll even show up. Tune in to see if the Tigers can turn those pesky +2.5 points into a bowl bid, or if Vegas insiders finally take their collective pitchforks to the next line movement.
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