Clemson hires Tom Allen as defensive coordinator [Video]

CLEMSON, S.C. — Clemson has officially named Tom Allen as defensive coordinator after his hiring was approved Tuesday by the Clemson University Board of Trustees Compensation Committee.

“We’ve got a great football coach — and a great leader of men — coming to Clemson,” Swinney said in a statement. 

“He brings a ton of experience and was highly recommended by some of the best people in this business. He is obviously coming off of a great year as the defensive coordinator at Penn State, and we’re excited to welcome him as our defensive coordinator here at Clemson.”

A 33-year coaching veteran, Allen most recently served as the defensive coordinator and linebackers coach at Penn State in 2024, a season in which he helped lead the Nittany Lions to a school-record 13 wins and a College …