Clemson running back Will Shipley makes decision on his future

Will Shipley has made his decision on his future.

Clemson will lose one of their best offensive playmakers over the past few seasons.

Star running back Will Shipley announced that he will be leaving Clemson to declare for the 2024 NFL draft and take his talents to the next level. The explosive playmaker looks to carve out a role on an NFL offense for the 2024 football season.

“I have decided to enter my name into the 2024 NFL draft,” Shipley said. “I am grateful for the last three years and am excited to see what the future holds! Although I am taking the next step of my journey, I will always be a Clemson Tiger!”

During a career that spanned from 2021-23, Shipley totaled 2,747 yards and 31 touchdowns on 526 career rushing attempts and 602 yards and two touchdowns on 85 career receptions in 1,526 offensive snaps over 36 career games (27 starts). During this past season, the junior running back rushed 167 times for 827 yards and five touchdowns . He added 31 catches for 244 yards and two receiving touchdowns in 12 games.