During his Tuesday press conference, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney provided injury updates on two of his young receivers, Bryant Wesco and Tyler Brown Jr.. The Tigers, coming off a bye, are preparing for their upcoming matchup against Louisville, and both wideouts’ recoveries remain in focus as they approach game day.
Freshman standout Bryant Wesco, who has been sidelined with an ankle injury for Clemson’s last two games, showed improvement during the team’s break. Swinney shared that this week’s practices will be key in determining Wesco’s availability for Saturday night. “He got off to a good start last week,” Swinney noted, “but today and tomorrow are big days. Really strenuous, physical days getting these guys ready for Saturday night.” Swinney expressed optimism, adding, “Hopefully, he’ll have a good week and be ready to go.” Wesco, a former five-star recruit from Texas, started strong this season, with 11 catches for 262 yards and two touchdowns across his first five games, averaging nearly 24 yards per catch.
Meanwhile, sophomore Tyler Brown Jr. remains out due to a high ankle sprain and won’t be available against Louisville. Though progressing in his recovery, Brown is still considered “week-to-week,” according to Swinney.
“He’s made a lot of progress,” Swinney said, mentioning the various stages of Brown’s recovery, from using a scooter and crutches to walking independently. Swinney hinted at the possibility of redshirting Brown if he misses additional games, as he’s appeared in four games so far. “If he misses a couple more, then that’s a decision we might consider,” Swinney explained, adding that it will depend on Clemson’s personnel needs in the coming weeks.
The No. 11 Tigers will face Louisville at 7:30 p.m. ET in Death Valley, and with both receivers on the mend, the team aims to keep building on their momentum in conference play.