Clemson University is gearing up for the 2026 football season after finishing 2025 with a 7‑6 record, a result that left the program eager to rebound.
The offseason has introduced a new offensive coordinator and a transfer class that ranks among the largest in recent years, signaling an aggressive overhaul of the roster.
At the center of the upcoming schedule are several marquee home games at Memorial Stadium, where the fan base traditionally rallies around high‑profile opponents.
Schedule Highlights
The season opens on September 12 with a home game against Georgia Southern, marking the first opportunity for fans to purchase tickets for the new campaign.
A week later, on September 19, Clemson will host North Carolina, a matchup that will also feature Bill Belichick on the opposing sideline.
October 3 brings a clash with Miami, the national‑championship runner‑up, followed by a home game against Virginia Tech on October 24, where new coach James Franklin will lead the opposition.
November will close the regular season with two home contests, first against Georgia Tech on November 14 and then the rivalry game against South Carolina on November 28.
Ticket pricing varies across these events, with StubHub listing starting prices of $48 for the opener and lower‑bowl seats beginning at $110, while the Miami game starts at $171 and the South Carolina rivalry reaches $226.
The combination of fresh coaching staff, a loaded transfer portal class and a slate of high‑stakes games has generated considerable buzz among alumni and local supporters alike.