Dabo Swinney has turned the Clemson Tigers into not just one of the most consistent winners, but one of the most consistent winners of all time.

Swinney and Belichick will face off in a highly anticipated ACC game on Saturday Oct. 4, when Clemson plays at UNC in Chapel Hill. The matchup could be a candidate for ESPN’s “College GameDay” program, depending on both teams’ record.

Speaking at the ACC Media Kickoff, Swinney emphasized that "experience, as they say, doesn't come at a discount." The head coach pointed directly to Clemson's industry-leading player retention as proof of his program's unique appeal.

The Clemson Tigers are a national championship contender and lead the nation in two overlooked, but important categories heading into 2025.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning isn’t afraid to learn from others — including those he once considered rivals. During Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas, Lanning revealed he reached out to Clemson’s Dabo Swinney this offseason, looking for perspective as the Ducks aim to build on their fast start in the Big Ten.

In an era of unprecedented chaos, NIL bidding wars, and a revolving door of transfer portal defections, Dabo Swinney took the stage at the ACC Media Kickoff and delivered a powerful message: Clemson football's unrivaled consistency is no accident,