Clemson cornerbacks coach Mike Reed has done some good work in recent years, recruiting and developing talent, and that has continued with the current group.

Avieon Terrell broke on the scene as a true freshman two years ago with a tremendous season and was solid again last year, although there were some not-so-solid moments. Expect him to bounce back this season. He enters the 2025 season with 82 career tackles, 19 pass breakups, three interceptions, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries
Ashton Hampton had a terrific freshman season – remember that pick against Virginia Tech? – and is poised to have a big sophomore season. He had 30 tackles, six pass breakups and two interceptions last season.

And Jeadyn Lukus had a strong junior season after some problems with injuries during his first two seasons. Lukus played 14 games last year after playing just seven in 2023 and has 49 tackles, 11 pass breakups and two interceptions in his career.

That makes for a terrific trio at the top and a group that could (and should) do some special things this season for the Tigers. That’s especially true if Clemson’s defensive front and linebackers can put some pressure on the opposing quarterbacks. 

And they should have plenty of help from sophomore Branden Strozier and redshirt freshman Corian Gipson.

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