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Former Clemson WR Nuk Hopkins addresses Swinney’s comments on anthem protest

HOUSTON (AP) — Former Clemson star DeAndre Hopkins said he respects Tigers coach Dabo Swinney. The Houston Texans receiver also made it clear that he thinks Swinney’s recent comments about 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s anthem protest showed a lack of understanding. “You can’t speak on something unless you’ve been put in that situation,” Hopkins told The Associated Press. “I wouldn’t…

The Latest: Another N Carolina legislator suggests repeal

*FILE – In this Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015 file photo, Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) runs the ball as North Carolina’s M.J. Stewart (6) moves in for the tackle during the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C. NCAA President Mark Emmert says whether the Atlantic Coast Conference decides to follow the…

WATCH: Dabo Challenges Colin Kaepernick’s Protest of National Anthem

By: Chandler Mack

CLEMSON, S.C. (WOLO) — Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney gave his opinions about Colin Kaepernick’s refusal to stand for the National Anthem Tuesday Afternoon.  Although he stated that he understands why Colin Kaepernick is refusing to stand during the National Anthem, he also feels that Kaepernick’s unwillingness to stand during the National Anthem is bringing unnecessary attention to himself and…

Blossomgame Earns Preseason Acclaim

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) — Graduate forward Jaron Blossomgame earned several honors from Athlon Sports and Lindy’s in their annual preseason magazines, recently released to newsstands across the country. Blossomgame was named a preseason second-team All-American and to the All-Senior First Team, while earning the distinction of being the nation’s No. 1 “inside-out” player by Athlon. He was also tabbed the…

Former Tiger Sammy Watkins says he’s ‘definitely’ playing against Jets

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Bills receiver Sammy Watkins said his surgically repaired left foot feels fine, and he’s ready to play against the New York Jets on Thursday night. “I’m definitely going to be out there playing,” Watkins said Monday, putting to rest concerns he experienced a setback during a13-7 season-opening loss at Baltimore. “I got it checked out,…

Tigers’ Renfrow to Miss at Least Four Weeks

Clemson, S.C. (CAC)—Clemson starting wide receiver Hunter Renfrow will miss “a few weeks,” according to Head Coach Dabo Swinney.   Renfrow suffered a broken hand in the Tigers win over Troy on Saturday while making a 35-yard touchdown reception. Preliminary reports on Saturday indicated it was not a serious injury. “We thought Hunter was going to be fine, but the MRI…