Clemson Suspends Projected Starting DT Vic Burley Ahead Of LSU Opener

By Staff Reporter•Aug 24, 20269:55 am•

USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

Clemson could be without one of its projected starting defensive tackles for the time being as the Tigers prepare to open the season against LSU on September 5.

Senior defensive tackle Vic Burley has been suspended indefinitely following an arrest for disorderly conduct early Saturday morning, head coach Dabo Swinney announced.

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“Earlier today, I was made aware of defensive tackle Vic Burley’s arrest by the Clemson University Police Department for disorderly conduct early Saturday morning. I have made the decision to suspend Vic from our football team indefinitely. We are extremely disappointed by his actions and decisions.”

Burley, a former five-star recruit, was expected to play a significant role on Clemson's defensive line this season.

Burley has appeared in 21 games during his Clemson career, recording 24 tackles over 267 defensive snaps, and made his first career start in last year's bowl game against Penn State.

Swinney had recently praised Burley during fall camp, saying he stood out multiple times during Clemson's final preseason scrimmage.

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Pizza Dan•2 hours

He will rehabilitate quick and start against the Tigers.

NorCali•3 hours

Indefinite could mean after the first play/series/half vs LSU. Just long enough to let the dust settle

CBarkleytruth•3 hours

Spot the ball

Big Chipper•3 hours

You hate to see it happen...

Koolazzkat•2 hours

Dabo doesn’t want to win. Just beat Clemson.

Blueghost1978•2 hours

5-star recruit — “Burley has appeared in 21 games during his Clemson career, recording just 24 tackles over 267 defensive snaps, and made his first career start in last year’s bowl game against Penn State.”

That’s supposed to be impressive? 24 tackles in 21 games and ONE career start? And now we’re calling him Clemson’s star defensive tackle?

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