Dabo Swinney and the Clemson football program are preparing for the 2026 recruiting cycle, and they’re already making a big impact with an offer to a top-ranked linebacker. Tyler Atkinson, from Grayson in Loganville, Georgia, announced his offer from Clemson on social media over the weekend. Atkinson is considered one of the best players in his position in the country and has been a strong suit for Clemson in recent years.
According to 247Sports composite rankings, Atkinson is a five-star recruit and ranked as the No. 1 linebacker and No. 8 overall player in the 2026 class. His impressive stats from his sophomore season include 197 tackles, 25 tackles for loss, and 10.5 sacks. With numbers like that, it’s clear that Atkinson is someone to watch as he continues to develop.
The news of Atkinson’s offer was first reported on Clemson Wire, highlighting the strong recruiting efforts of Dabo Swinney and his coaching staff as they work to bring in top talent for the future of the Clemson football program. It’s just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting recruiting season for Clemson.
