As the 2025 recruiting season progressed, Dabo Swinney and the Clemson coaching staff encountered a setback in their efforts to attract top talent. After a strong start to the recruitment cycle, Clemson has seen several top prospects commit to other schools, leaving them struggling to maintain their momentum.
One such disappointment occurred on July 4th when 4-star WR Samari Reed from Monarch, FL announced his commitment to Ole Miss. According to Rivals rankings, Reed is ranked #149 overall in the class and #30 at his position, making him a significant loss for the Tigers. With Reed’s departure, Clemson is now in search of another wide receiver for their 2025 class.
Despite this setback, Clemson remains optimistic about its recruiting efforts and is focused on flipping former Ole Miss commit Dillon Alfred. Alfred is currently one of the Tigers’ top remaining targets in the class and could be a key addition to their squad for next season. The coaching staff is working tirelessly to secure Alfred’s commitment and bring him on board as part of their 2025 recruiting class.