Where Clemson football sits in initial ESPN SP+ rankings entering 2026

Clemson football has been ranked No. 23 in the initial ESPN SP+ rankings for the 2026 college football season. The team is expected to have a bounce-back season after a disappointing 2025, with returning stars on defense and new offensive coordinators.
Clemson football is ranked No. 23 in the initial ESPN SP+ rankings. The team finished 7-6 last season and is looking to improve with returning defensive players and new offensive coordinators. The SP+ rankings consider factors such as returning production, recent history, and coaching changes. Clemson is ranked second in the ACC behind the Miami Hurricanes. The team's schedule for 2026 includes games against LSU, Georgia Southern, and Miami.
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