Wes Goodwin has been fired as Clemson’s defensive coordinator after three seasons. The Tigers traditionally have been one of the top run-stopping teams in the country but ranked 85th in rushing defense this season after allowing more than 200 yards in five games.

Goodwin had been the Tigers defensive coordinator since December 2021after being promoted from his role as a little-known analyst.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has fired defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin after three seasons in the role. Goodwin was promoted to replace Brent Venables in 2022. Swinney said he informed Goodwin of the decision Sunday night.

Wes Goodwin had served as Clemson's defensive coordinator for three seasons, and the unit has been declining, especially on run defense.

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Goodwin had been in charge of Clemson's defense for the past three seasons after Brent Venables left to take over the Oklahoma program.

Dabo Swinney is looking to replace Wes Goodwin as Clemson's defensive coordinator. Tennessee's Tim Banks is among the names that might interest the Tigers.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney announced a defensive coordinator coaching change. The Tigers finished out the season ranked 69th among FBS schools in total defense. Defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin will not return to Clemson’s coaching staff next season.

The Tigers were able to bounce back nicely after a poor 2023 season by winning the ACC Title and securing double-digit wins. Clemson was unfortunately a little overmatched in the