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Jeremiah Trotter Jr. shines in Philadelphia Eagles debut

Trotter looked great in his NFL debut.

The NFL preseason kicked off for multiple teams, with the Philadelphia Eagles taking down the Baltimore Ravens 16-13 on Friday night. 

There were multiple former Tigers who are rookies that shined in this matchup, with one of them being former star linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. who is looking to earn a role in the Eagles stacked defense. If he continues playing like he did on Friday, that role will certainly be earned. 

Trotter’s first impact play came on special teams, where he made an excellent tackle in punt coverage. He turned what could have been a big play into a minor one. 

“It felt good,” Trotter said. “That was my first play out there. So, coming out there and making that play, backed up, and it felt great. I thank God. I thank my teammates, but I also felt really good getting in the game and that being one of my first plays out there.”

Later in the second quarter, Trotter recorded a key sack on Ravens quarterback Josh Johnson. It was a key third-down stop that helped the Ravens win the game. 

“I thought he got a few yards,” Trotter said. “I was trying to make sure that he actually didn’t get the first down. Right there, I was just trying to make a play.”

Trotter did a great job making plays for his new team.

Eagles GM Howie Roseman compares Jeremiah Trotter Jr. to a former Wisconsin Badger

A former Wisconsin ILB is being used as a comparison for Jeremiah Trotter Jr:

Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman joined the 94WIP Afternoon Show on Tuesday to discuss his team’s offseason and NFL draft haul.

One topic of conversation was the fifth-round selection of Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. — the son of Eagles great Jeremiah Trotter Sr. Roseman compared the young linebacker to a former Eagle and former Wisconsin Badger: T.J. Edwards.

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Edwards spent four years with the Eagles after signing as an undrafted free agent after the 2019 NFL draft. He was first a multi-year starter in Jim Leonhard’s Wisconsin defense, totaling 53 games played, 366 tackles, 37.5 tackles-for-loss, 8 sacks, 10 interceptions and 15 pass deflections.

While his athletic profile wasn’t enough to get him drafted, the former Badger was able to blossom into a superb starter in Philadelphia. His four-year Eagle career included 389 tackles, 9 quarterback hits, 5.0 sacks, 2 forced fumbles and 2 interceptions. That production landed Edwards a 3-year, $19.5 million contract with the Chicago Bears after the 2022 season.

Trotter now joins the Eagles after three years at Clemson, two of which as a starter. His stellar college career included 192 tackles, 29.5 tackles for loss, 13.0 sacks, 4 interceptions and 3 forced fumbles.

He projects to slide into an Eagles inside linebacker rotation led by former Buccaneers LB Devin White and former Georgia LB Nakobe Dean. Trotter may not start immediately, but if he can play anywhere near the level of his father — or T.J. Edwards — he should stick around the league for a long time.

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Jeremiah Trotter Jr. drafted by Philadelphia Eagles, long wait ends where his dad played

Trotter is heading to Philly, where his Dad played.

Jeremiah Trotter Jr.’s long NFL draft wait has come to an end.

The Eagles selected him in the 5th round with the No. 155 overall pick. It came much later than many expected, but Trotter is home in Philly where his father became an NFL legend.

A multi-time All-American linebacker for the Tigers, Trotter had a fantastic three seasons with the program. He was credited with 202 tackles, 29.5 tackles for loss, 13 sacks, 13 pass breakups, three forced fumbles, and four interceptions (including two returned for touchdowns) in 1,413 snaps over 39 career games (26 starts) from 2021-23. In his final season with the program, Trotter recorded 88 tackles, 5.5 sacks, and a ridiculous 15 tackles for loss.

Trotter is a steal at this pick and should prove i true in his rookie season.

Trotter ‘could be in for long wait in 2024 NFL draft’ according to this analyst

Trotter has a wide range of outcomes in the 2024 NFL draft.

Dabo Swinney and the Tigers are losing arguably their best player to the 2024 NFL draft, All-American linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr.

Trotter was our defensive MVP for the Tigers during their 2023 season, playing as one of the best defensive players in college football. Trotter started all 12 games on the Clemson defense this season, ranking first on the team in tackles (87), tackles for loss (14.5) and sacks (5.5). You’d think another excellent season like this would raise his draft stock, but that might not be the case.

According to USA TODAY Sports analyst Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz, Trotter is a big-name college football standout who could be in for long wait in 2024 NFL draft.

It didn’t take long before the son of four-time Pro Bowl linebacker and former Philadelphia Eagles standout Jeremiah Trotter stepped out of his father’s shadow. The 6-0, 228-pounder made his mark at Clemson as a consistent downhill playmaker, collecting nearly 180 tackles with 28 ½ tackles for loss and 12 sacks over his two years as a starter.

Taking his game to the NFL, however, could be tricky. Finishing plays against the run might prove more difficult at the next level, as his range is not extensive and he can be too easily shaken in space. And while his instincts could help him become a solid contributor in zone coverage, he could be exposed in man-to-man matchups. The middle rounds seem like a sensible starting point for his pro career.

While Trotter is a bit undersized, his talent is far more impressive than Middlehurst-Schwartz is giving credit for. His athleticism is legitimate, and he has the tools to be fantastic in man coverage with the right coaching staff. Trotter is a pure leader with the tools to rush the quarterback and cover ground in the run game.

While I don’t see Trotter as a first-round pick, primarily because of his size, I also don’t see him making it out of the second round with the potential he possesses.

Clemson is one of the 10 teams most ravaged by NFL Draft and transfer portal losses

Swinney and the Tigers are losing a lot of talent to the NFL draft and the transfer portal.

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson football program are losing some talent from their 2023 team, and it will be up to the coaching staff and players on the roster to make up for these losses. 

The Tigers got hit in both the NFL draft and the transfer portal, with top players formerly on the roster entering both. There were some big losses, with 247Sports naming Clemson the No.8 roster most ravaged by NFL Draft and transfer portal losses.

Three notable starters were 2024 NFL Draft early exits for the Tigers and they’re forced to replace impact guys in the secondary, too. Clemson won five straight games to end the 2023 season, but there’s reason to believe Dabo Swinney’s team will not be mentioned among the frontrunners to take the ACC.

What’s happening to fix: The only program inside the top 25 in 2024 recruiting without a single transfer portal signee, Clemson has to hope much of its young talent from several elite classes in recent years are ready to star next season. Year 2 for former five-star quarterback Cade Klubnik is vital toward this offense’s success under Garrett Riley as is the expectation a few key returning starters defensively can carry the team.

While the Tigers did lose a lot, I would be lying if I didn’t say I think this is a drastic overreaction. Depending on where you look for betting lines, Clemson is between the No.10 and No.12 for the best odds to win the National Championship next year… Does that sound like a team that won’t be a frontrunner to win the ACC in 2024? No, it doesn’t.

There is talent all over this Clemson roster, and even if you lose a lot, that doesn’t mean your team is going to suffer. The Tigers’ defense is expected to once again be elite in 2024, with most of the concern revolving around the offense.

Now, let’s discuss this Clemson offense a bit. The losses are minimal here, with the biggest loss being star running back Will Shipley. While Shipley is an excellent player and was the focal point of Clemson’s offense for some time, Phil Mafah emerged as the Tigers’ top guy as the season kept going,
Losing Beaux Collins could hurt, but I won’t sit here and act like he was a game-breaker for the Tigers. He had his great moments, but with the great came a lot of bad. Collins had some massive drops this season that directly affected multiple games.

This offense returns a lot, and it truly revolves around development at this point. If Cade Klubnik takes the next step under center and gets more reliable play from the offensive line and wide receiver units… This Clemson team will undoubtedly be one of the most dangerous teams in the ACC.
Clemson is once again becoming something they thrived as: an underdog.

Barrett Carter is the top linebacker for the 2025 NFL draft

Carter returns to Clemson with a chance to improve his draft stock but remains the top linebacker option in 2025.

The Clemson football program is returning one of its best defenders from the 2023 season which was huge for the program.

Barrett Carter, a key player for the Tigers and a potential early pick in the 2024 NFL draft, surprised everyone by choosing to stick with the team. Despite the shock, he’s committed to further development within the program. In the recent season, Carter stood out in 11 games, securing the second spot on the team with 59 tackles and the third spot with nine tackles for loss, along with three sacks. It was significant news that fans can be really excited about.

PFF recently released an article naming the top prospect at each position that turned down the 2024 NFL draft, with Carter being there choice.

Carter entered the season as the top linebacker prospect in the 2024 NFL Draft according to PFF’s lead draft analyst Trevor Sikkema. While his PFF grade took a step back as a junior (70.6 compared to 81.4 in 2022), he still has elite athleticism and an all-around game that’ll make him one of the top linebackers in the 2025 draft as well.

Carter, seen as a potential first-round pick by some and a second-round pick by others, is set on strengthening his draft position in 2024. While his decision to stay is mainly about personal development, it also presents a chance for him to enhance his standing as the defensive centerpiece for Clemson. This move has the potential to boost Carter’s draft stock even more.

That, and it is great for the program!

Clemson Football’s Top 5 Players from the 2023 College Football season

Here are our picks for Clemson’s top 5 players from the 2023 college football season.

Dabo Swinney and the Clemson football program had a solid 2023 that ended with a wild 38-35 Gator Bowl win over Kentucky.

The Tigers finished 9-4 with a 4-4 record in the ACC, which fell short of expectations for many. It’s not a bad season, just one that fans had hoped for more than what they got. Even though it wasn’t perfect, there were a lot of strong performances from the Tigers on offense and defense this season.

So, who was the best of the 2023 season for the Tigers? Opinions will vary, but we’ve got our picks. Here are our top 5 players for Clemson football’s 2023 season.

Clemson’s Defensive MVP from the 2023 season

This Clemson linebacker heads to the NFL after a Defensive MVP season for the Tigers.

The Clemson defense was excellent once again this season, with a linebacker leading the way for one of the best defensive units in the country.

Clemson’s Defensive MVP this season was linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr., who was not only one of the best linebackers in the country, but one of the best overall players in the country. It was an outstanding season for Trotter, who flourished as the guy on the Tigers’ defense.

Trotter started all 12 games on the Clemson defense this season, ranking first on the team in tackles (87), tackles for loss (14.5) and sacks (5.5). Heading to the 2024 NFL draft, a season like this is sure to raise his draft stock.

While he won’t be returning in 2024, Trotter’s three years with the Tigers are years to remember. He was consistently one of the best defenders in the country and ended his collegiate career as Clemson’s top defender.

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. named Clemson’s 2023 MVP by ESPN

According to ESPN, Jeremiah Trotter Jr. was Clemson football’s 2023 MVP.

The Clemson Tigers are losing one of their best players to the 2024 NFL draft, Jeremiah Trotter Jr. 

Trotter started all 12 games on the Clemson defense this season, ranking first on the team in tackles (87), tackles for loss (14.5) and sacks (5.5). He had a phenomenal season, which should help his draft stock. We could see a phenomenal linebacker drafted in the first round of the NFL draft. 

How good was he, really? Well, he was good enough for ESPN to rank him as the Tigers’ MVP from the 2023 season.

The Tigers didn’t have the season they envisioned, splitting their first eight games before an 8-4 overall finish. Clemson’s defense wasn’t as stifling as it has been in past years, but Trotter met expectations with another All-America season. A second-team AP All-America selection in 2022, Trotter received several first-team honors and was a finalist for the Butkus Award as the nation’s top linebacker. He started every regular-season game before declaring for the NFL draft, and led Clemson in total tackles (88), tackles for loss (15) and sacks (5.5) through the regular season.

Trotter had a fantastic career with the Tigers, even if the team didn’t reach the heights they wanted to, with him leading the defense. Many factors went into it, but Trotter was a guy who showed up and gave his all every game.

Clemson linebacker Barrett Carter is next up for this defense.

Two Tigers named Top 100 Players of the 2023 season by ESPN

Two Tigers ranked in the top 100 college football players of 2023 by ESPN.

Year after year, the Clemson football program has some of the best players in the country who perform at a tremendous level for their team. 

Each year is going to be different, but the talent on Clemson’s roster always seems to be there, with players either playing the role you knew they would have or stepping up even further and excelling. This year was no different, with multiple Tigers proving that they are some of the best players in the country. 

According to ESPN, two Tigers in particular stood out the most as they made their top 100 players of the 2023 season. Here is a look at those two players and what ESPN had to say about them.