Dabo Swinney
Mentioned in 18 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Head coach of Clemson University's football program who is frequently discussed in college football podcasts regarding roster management, transfer portal strategy, and program performance. Known for his resistance to portal transfers and for reporting a tampering violation involving defensive coordinator Pete Golding to the NCAA. Podcast commentary reflects concerns about his program's recent decline from playoff contender to a 7-6 record and questions about his ability to adapt to modern college football dynamics.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Cover 3 College Football · Apr 16, 2026
Mailbag: The Best Single-Season Coaching Jobs In College Football? PLUS, Spring Game Previews & More
“Clemson coach who made accusations against Ole Miss for tampering with linebacker from Cal”
College Football Enquirer · Apr 2, 2026
Impact of NCAA's 'ghost transfer' rule explained + NCAA tournament expansion effect on CFP
“Mentioned for publicly calling out Ole Miss tampering with Luke Forelli”
Cover 3 College Football · Apr 1, 2026
Expectations For ACC Teams In 2026: Who Can Contend With Miami? James Franklin’s VT Debut & More!
“Clemson coach facing 7.5 win projection with program perceived as declining from national relevance”
Locked On Packers - Daily Podcast On The Green Bay Packers · Apr 1, 2026
BACKUP: The 2026 QB class provides ample options for the Packers chasing a Malik Willis replacement
“Coaching philosophy limitations affecting QB development; resistant to modern transfer/NIL trends”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 28, 2026
February 27, 2026 Hour 4 Anthony Richardson
“Clemson football head coach; active national championship-winning coach noted for resistance to portal transfers”
Andy & Ari On3 · Feb 27, 2026
Will Texas be a SERIOUS national championship contender in 2026? Why isn't Jeremiah Smith the Heisman Trophy favorite? Who is to blame for USC & Notre Dame not playing?
“Clemson coach identified as unlikely tampering violator due to limited transfer portal experience”
Josh Pate's College Football Show · Feb 27, 2026
SEC & Big Ten Worried + Biggest Portal Spenders
“Clemson head coach; discussed regarding talent profile decline and defensive roster turnover challenges”
Miller and Moulton · Feb 26, 2026
February 26, 2025 Hour 2 - John Perrotto
“Clemson head coach who publicly reported tampering violation and sparked NCAA enforcement discussion”
College Football Enquirer · Feb 24, 2026
Tennessee begins QB battle + Army/Navy game open to moving date
“Clemson head coach who turned in Pete Golding for tampering; unlikely to be turned in himself”
Josh Pate's College Football Show · Feb 23, 2026
President Trump Joins Show + Top 10 Head Coach Rankings
“Clemson head coach; noted as 'white whale' never interviewed despite open invitation to Speaker Series”
Tranquilo Sports Talk · Feb 13, 2026
Trinidad Chambliss is BACK?! | Super Bowl and Offseaon Outlook | Pebble Beach | Guys Being Dudes #3
“Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator hired to support Cam Ward's development”
Unnecessary Roughness · Feb 12, 2026
BRANDON WALKER AND KAYCE SMITH DELIVER A THROWBACK EPISODE
“Clemson head coach; ranked #8; discussed as potentially moving up if Ole Miss tampering investigation succeeds”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 11, 2026
Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's updated Top 100
“Clemson head coach whose program is expected to have five players drafted in top two rounds”
Josh Pate's College Football Show · Feb 11, 2026
Real National Title Contenders + Lincoln Riley Doubt & Hardest Schedules
“Clemson head coach cited as example of coach who succeeded in previous era but struggled to adapt to modern college football landscape”
The Audible with Stew, Bruce & Ralph: A show about college football · Feb 5, 2026
Buy, Sell, Hold Revisited: ACC
“Clemson head coach whose program declined from playoff team (10-4) to 7-6, disappointing preseason buy predictions”
The Ryen Russillo Show · Jan 29, 2026
Giannis Trade Teams & Deadline Buyers/Sellers w/ Bobby Marks, Plus Unpacking CFB Portal Drama w/ Bruce Feldman
“Clemson head coach who publicly criticized Ole Miss for tampering with Cal linebacker Jeremiah Trask”
THE ED MYLETT SHOW · Jan 17, 2026
How to Build a Bulletproof Mindset Through Preparation | Ed Mylett
“Clemson football head coach sharing leadership philosophy and preparation methodology”
THE ED MYLETT SHOW · Dec 20, 2025
9 Unbreakable Rules of Consistency and Commitment | Ed Mylett
“Clemson head football coach with 140-33 record; discusses faith-based leadership and recruiting culture”