He played at 250 pounds in 2023. This year, he'll take the field at a 265-pound playing weight. Heldt has the size, strength and speed to be an effective pass rusher for Purdue this coming season.

Heldt became the first defensive player the long-time coach accepted via the portal. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, who first reported the news, Clemson had not taken on a scholarship transfer ...

Heldt will become the first scholarship defensive player to transfer to Clemson under longtime coach Dabo Swinney. He's currently the No. 3 defensive end in ESPN's transfer rankings.

Purdue sophomore defensive end Will Heldt made one of the best plays of the spring game on Saturday. He recorded a pick six for the Hammer Down team, helping lead the squad to a 17-13 victory over ...