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Tajh Boyd - QB - Tigers

NFL.com's Gil Brandt ranks Clemson's Tajh Boyd as the No. 3 senior QB heading into the 2013 season.

Aaron Murray and A.J. McCarron rank above Boyd. We are big fans of Boyd's, as he greatly improved between his sophomore and junior seasons in terms of pocket movement and ability to handle pressure. In previous seasons, Boyd would consistently fall of his throws in the face of a pass rush, but he was able to step up and test vertically much more in 2012.

Source: Gil Brandt on Twitter

May 14 - 9:32 AM

Tajh Boyd - QB - Tigers

QB guru George Whitfield believes Clemson senior Tajh Boyd is the most complete QB in college football today.

"I think he brings the most to the table in terms of tools and intangibles," Whitfield said. "I think he is the most capable of hurting a defensive coordinator's gameplan... I am not saying he is this man, but in a lot of ways it is like watching Aaron Rodgers play." Whitfield went on to discuss how defenses have to "pick their poison" in regards to pressuring Boyd, since he can beat them with his feet, or sit back and be picked apart with his arm.

Source: NFL.com

May 10 - 4:22 PM

Tajh Boyd - QB - Tigers

NFL Network's Albert Breer senses the 2014 QB scouts are most excited about is Clemson's Tajh Boyd.

Many were surprised when Boyd didn't declare for the 2013 draft after he greatly improved during his sophomore and junior year. It will be interesting to see how he handles this season, after losing DeAndre Hopkins and Andre Ellington to the NFL. Regardless, Boyd showed improved pocket presence to evade pressure and buy himself time to test vertically.

Source: Albert Breer on Twitter

May 5 - 11:31 AM

Sam Cooper - TE - Tigers

Clemson redshirt junior TE Sam Cooper will likely miss the 2013 season after tearing his ACL during the school's spring game.

Cooper has been the backup tight end for the Tigers since redshirting in 2010, but was expected to be thrust into the starting role in 2013. He played in all 13 games last year, three as a starter, and had 10 receptions 93 yards and two touchdowns. "Sam is the most experienced tight end we have and this is a tough loss," head coach Dabo Swinney said. "He was coming into his own."

Source: Clemson Tigers

Apr 29 - 11:28 AM

Andre Ellington - RB - Tigers

Cardinals selected Clemson RB Andre Ellington with the No. 187 overall pick.

Ellington (5-foot-9 1/4, 199) rushed 621 times for 3,436 yards (5.53 YPC) and 33 touchdowns at Clemson. He made 59 career receptions. A dynamic perimeter runner with exciting acceleration, Ellington makes quick cuts and displays smooth, rapid-fire foot movement. He ran a 4.51 at the Tigers' Pro Day and projects as a dangerous in-space NFL back. The Cardinals have added Rashard Mendenhall in free agency and Stepfan Taylor early in the draft, but watch Ellington get touches this season.

Apr 27 - 4:43 PM

Malliciah Goodman - DE - Tigers

Falcons selected Clemson DE Malliciah Goodman with the No. 127 overall pick.

Goodman (6-foot-3 5/8, 276) registered 21.5 career tackles for loss, 12 sacks, and four forced fumbles as a 28-game starter for the Tigers. He ran 4.87 at the Combine with a 1.65 ten-yard split and 31.5-inch vertical. Though not explosive off the snap, Goodman is an incredibly long-armed (36 3/8") power player who drew pre-draft interest from 3-4 teams as a five-technique end and 4-3 teams as a base left end.

Apr 27 - 1:37 PM

DeAndre Hopkins - WR - Tigers

Texans selected Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins with the No. 27 overall pick.

After 10 years, the Texans finally have a legitimate No. 2 receiver opposite Andre Johnson. Hopkins (6-1, 214) overtook ballyhooed sophomore Sammy Watkins to be Tajh Boyd's top target in Clemson's 2012 offense, pacing the Tigers in receptions (82), yards (1,405) and scores (18). He averaged 17.1 yards per catch. Although he lacks elite speed (4.57 forty), Hopkins is a pro-ready route runner with big (10"), reliable hands. His playing style is (very) similar to Roddy White's. Like Cal's Keenan Allen, Hopkins is a classic "Z" receiver who should flourish on the strong side of the formation and in the slot.

Apr 25 - 11:11 PM

DeAndre Hopkins - WR - Tigers

Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins is working out for the Rams on Monday.

Head coach Jeff Fisher will attend the workout. This means Hopkins has met with the Rams twice in the last four days, making for an interesting development. The team did something similar with Brian Quick last year and ended up selecting the receiver at no. 33 after a last minute workout. We think the rams will decide between Tavon Austin and Hopkins.

Source: Aaron Wilson on Twitter

Apr 22 - 10:08 AM

DeAndre Hopkins - WR - Tigers

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports one trashed hotel room at the combine belonged to Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins and Rutgers WR Mark Harrison.

A second report by Fox Sports' Alex Marvez says that Hopkins left the room "several hours" before it was destroyed, potentially leaving Harrison as the only player in question. The room was reportedly trashed with food, urine, feces and toothpaste. It's uncertain how it will affect the two players' stock.

Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter

Apr 18 - 6:05 PM

DeAndre Hopkins - WR - Tigers

Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins is visiting the Panthers on Monday.

Hopkins had previously participated in a private workout with the Panthers receivers coach Ricky Proehl. Beat writer Steve Reed suggests Hopkins as a possible pick at No. 14, but the Panthers have certainly done their homework on plenty of receivers. His game is very reminiscent of Roddy White.

Source: Steve Reed on Twitter

Apr 8 - 11:23 AM

DeAndre Hopkins - WR - Tigers

Texans beat writer John McClain is "convinced" the team will take a WR int he first-round.

McClain recently mocked Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins to the Texans at pick No. 27. Fellow Houston sports staple Barry Warner says the Texans "won't take" a receiver int he first round, and instead will target an offensive lineman, inside linebacker, or pass rusher. So basically, no one knows what will happen.

Source: John McClain on Twitter

Apr 4 - 10:34 AM

Malliciah Goodman - DE - Tigers

Clemson pass rusher Malliciah Goodman is visiting the Steelers on Wednesday.

Beat writer Ed Bouchette, who reported the visit, lists Goodman as an outside linebacker, but we think he would play more defensive end for the Steelers. Brett Keisel is getting up there in age, and Goodman has tremendous length that, if maximized, could offer plenty of separation in the three man front.

Source: Ed Bouchette on Twitter

Apr 3 - 11:34 AM

DeAndre Hopkins - WR - Tigers

Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins visited the Cowboys on Tuesday.

It is an interesting connection, since interior offensive linemen, safeties, and defensive tackles are frequently mocked to the Cowboys. The team certainly has talent at the receiver position, namely Dez Bryant, Miles Austin, and young slot receivers in Danny Coale and Cole Beasley. Austin, however, has struggled to stay healthy, and Hopkins is an extremely consistent and reliable target in the mold of Roddy White.

Source: Todd Archer on Twitter

Apr 3 - 9:47 AM

Dalton Freeman - C - Tigers

Draft Insider Tony Pauline reports Clemson C Dalton Freeman weighed in the 260-pound last season.

Pauline adds that the low number was as a result of an illness he suffered last summer. Consequently, he lost his strength. Nonetheless, teams are heavily interested in the center, such as the New England Patriots, and he could go in the fifth round.

Source: Draft Insider

Apr 2 - 4:07 PM

DeAndre Hopkins - WR - Tigers

Clemson WR DeAndre Hopkins did not make ESPN's Mel Kiper's top five players at the position.

Kiper's rankings at the position go as follows: Tavon Austin, Cordarrelle Patterson, Justin Hunter, Keenan Allen, and Quinton Patton. We think Hopkins has an excellent shot at being a first-round pick due to his consistency and strong hands at the catch point. His unassuming style is similar to Roddy White's.

Source: ESPN

Mar 31 - 11:21 AM