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Clemson, Dabo Swinney Announce Drastic Coaching Change After 7-6 Season

Clemson, Dabo Swinney Announce Drastic Coaching Change After 7-6 Season

Summary

Clemson University announced a coaching change after their football team, led by head coach Dabo Swinney, experienced a challenging 7-6 season. Offensive coordinator Garrett Riley will not return, and safeties coach Micky Conn is also leaving. The changes follow Clemson’s loss in the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl and their overall lack of offensive success.

Key Facts

  • Clemson's football team finished the season with a 7-6 record.
  • The team lost the Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl to Penn State.
  • Head coach Dabo Swinney decided not to keep offensive coordinator Garrett Riley.
  • Swinney expressed gratitude towards Riley for his past contributions.
  • Clemson's offense ranked 64th in total yards per game this season.
  • The team is also parting ways with safeties coach Micky Conn.
  • Clemson is looking for a new offensive coordinator, possibly from the NFL coaching cycle.

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