SHOCKING NEWS: Welcome Home: Dual-Threat LB Barrett Carter Stuns West Virginia, Commits to Clemson Over…
Welcome Home: Dual-Threat LB Barrett Carter Stuns West Virginia, Commits to Clemson Over Georgia and Penn State
Barrett Carter, a highly-touted linebacker prospect from Suwanee, Georgia, delivered a major shock to the college football world by announcing his commitment to the Clemson Tigers, flipping from his prior verbal pledge to West Virginia. Carter, a versatile and athletic defender, had also been heavily pursued by powerhouse programs like Georgia, Penn State, and others.
Known as a dual-threat linebacker capable of excelling in both pass coverage and run defense, Carter’s decision reinforces Clemson’s reputation for securing elite defensive talent. “I felt at home the moment I stepped on Clemson’s campus,” Carter explained. “The culture, the coaches, and the opportunity to compete at the highest level were too good to pass up.”
Carter’s commitment strengthens an already impressive 2024 recruiting class for the Tigers, who continue to reload with top-tier talent under head coach Dabo Swinney. His ability to impact the game across multiple positions promises to add depth and dynamism to Clemson’s defense, making them even more formidable in the upcoming seasons.
This commitment marks another recruiting victory for the Tigers over SEC and Big Ten rivals, reaffirming Clemson’s national appeal in attracting premier talent.
