Clemson University has unveiled its 2025 football schedule, featuring a blend of high-profile matchups, conference rivalries, and traditional in-state contests. The schedule, announced by the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), includes seven home games at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina, and five road games. The season opener on August 30 will see the Tigers face LSU, marking the first regular-season meeting between the two programs .
August 30 – vs. LSU (Home)
The season kicks off with a marquee matchup against LSU, a first in regular-season play between the two teams. This game is part of Clemson’s tradition of opening the season at home, a practice they haven’t followed since 2019.
September 6 – vs. Troy (Home)
Clemson continues its non-conference slate with a home game against Troy. The Tigers have a strong record in non-conference home games under head coach Dabo Swinney, boasting a 41-5 record.
September 13 – at Georgia Tech (Away)
The Tigers open ACC play on the road against Georgia Tech. This game marks Clemson’s first visit to Bobby Dodd Stadium since 2020, where they secured a dominant 73-7 victory.
September 20 – vs. Syracuse (Home)
Clemson returns home to face Syracuse. The Tigers are undefeated against the Orange in Death Valley, holding a 5-0 record in home games against Syracuse.
September 27 – Open Date
A scheduled bye week allows the team to rest and prepare for the upcoming stretch of games.
October 4 – at North Carolina (Away)
Clemson travels to Chapel Hill to face North Carolina. This game features a coaching duel between Dabo Swinney and Bill Belichick, marking a rare instance of two coaches with multiple championships facing each other .
October 11 – at Boston College (Away)
The Tigers head to Chestnut Hill to take on Boston College. Clemson has a 12-game winning streak against the Eagles, including a perfect 5-0 record in games played in Chestnut Hill since 2011.
October 18 – vs. SMU (Home)
Clemson hosts SMU in a rematch of the 2024 ACC Championship Game. The Tigers won the previous encounter with a dramatic 56-yard walk-off field goal, securing their record 22nd ACC title .
October 25 – Open Date
Another bye week provides the team with additional rest and preparation time.
November 1 – vs. Duke (Home)
Clemson welcomes Duke to Memorial Stadium. The Tigers have a strong all-time record against the Blue Devils, including a 20-4-1 mark at home.
November 8 – vs. Florida State (Home)
The annual ACC rivalry game against Florida State takes place in Death Valley. Clemson has won eight of its last nine meetings with the Seminoles, including four straight wins at home .
November 14 (Friday) – at Louisville (Away)
Clemson travels to Louisville for a Friday night matchup. The Tigers have a perfect 4-0 record in road games at Louisville, including a memorable 30-24 victory in 2021.
November 22 – vs. Furman (Home)
The Tigers conclude their home schedule with a game against in-state FCS opponent Furman. Clemson has an undefeated record against FCS teams since the Division I split in 1978, winning 38 of 39 games by double digits.
November 29 – at South Carolina (Away)
The regular season concludes with the Palmetto Bowl against South Carolina in Columbia. Clemson has won each of its last five road games at South Carolina, and a victory would mark six straight road wins against the Gamecocks for the first time since the 1989-99 seasons .
Clemson has announced special designations for several games during the 2025 season:
- LSU (Aug. 30): IPTAY Day and Land Grant Day. This matchup honors the IPTAY organization and Clemson’s history as a land-grant institution.
- Troy (Sept. 6): Football Reunion and P.A.W. Journey Day. The game will celebrate former players and promote the P.A.W. Journey program.
Additional game designations and ticket information will be announced closer to the season .
- Home Opener Against LSU: The season opener against LSU is a significant event, marking the first regular-season meeting between the two programs. This game is expected to draw national attention and set the tone for the season.
- ACC Rivalries: Matchups against ACC opponents such as Florida State, North Carolina, and Duke are always highly anticipated. These games often have implications for the ACC standings and can be pivotal in the race for the conference title.
- In-State Rivalry with South Carolina: The annual rivalry game against South Carolina is a season highlight. With the game taking place in Columbia this year, the Tigers will look to extend their winning streak in the series.
- Quarterback Development: With the departure of previous starters, the development of the quarterback position will be crucial.
