Patrick Sapp

Former Clemson star Patrick Sapp watched a large number of the recent spring practices for the Tigers.

Sapp is closer to the team than usual because his son Josh plays tight end for Clemson.

Sapp gives his extended thoughts and insights on what he observed, and where he thinks the Tigers are headed in Year 17 under Dabo Swinney.

Last August, Sapp was bullish on the idea that Cade Klubnik and the offense had made real progress and would shine in 2024.

That conviction proved true, as the Tigers' final act was stressing an elite Texas defense in ways the Longhorns hadn't been pushed previously.

Sapp also shares why he's spent so much of his time and passion on helping Clemson athletes set themselves up for success after their playing careers end.

When Sapp played for Clemson in the 1990s, there was no PAW Journey and almost nothing devoted to helping him and other athletes develop relationships that could lead to real-world occupations.

That's changed in a big way over the years and Sapp is an integral part of it.

On Monday at Holly Tree Country Club in Simpsonville, Sapp will preside over the One Clemson Golf Tournament that will include Dabo Swinney, Charlie Whitehurst, CJ Spiller and other Clemson luminaries.

One Clemson helps transition Clemson student-athletes to their careers by providing meaningful work experience and community-service opportunities.

For more information go to one-clemson.com.