Clemson is back on the board in the 2026 class after securing a commitment from a four-star defensive lineman. It had been a bit since Clemson secured a commitment in the 2026 class, having missed out on two of their top targets, but they got back on the board over the weekend.Kameron Cody, rated as a four-star by On3’s Industry Ranking, committed to the Tigers on March 29.

He is now the 13th commit in the 2026 class, pushing Clemson into the top five at this point of the calendar prior to official visits taking place around the country this spring and summer.

Cody, a 6-foot-3, 280-pound defensive tackle, was scheduled to visit multiple schools in an official capacity, but according to Austin Hannon of 247Sports, he has canceled those plans upon announcing his commitment to Dabo Swinney and company.

“It feels like a dream come true. I always wanted to be a Tiger. It’s just the family vibe I get, and it reminds me too much of my high school. My high school is an all-boys schools, so the brotherly aspect of things intensify. I see that at Clemson, and it reminds me too much of what I have at home, and it feels like home,” he said, per The Post and Courier.

Cody is a major get for the program.

He’s the first defensive line commit in this class, a position that has become extremely important in recent years of college football where many teams around the country are having to pay high prices in the transfer portal to field top-end units.

Cody is the eighth commitment for Clemson in the month of March, a huge statement by Swinney and this staff after starting this cycle slowly.

​Clemson University’s football program has bolstered its 2026 recruiting class with the commitment of four-star defensive lineman Kameron Cody from Benedictine Military School in Savannah, Georgia. Cody, standing 6-foot-2 and weighing 290 pounds, chose the Tigers over notable programs including LSU, Tennessee, Arizona State, and Georgia Tech. ​

Recruitment Journey

Cody’s relationship with Clemson dates back to his middle school years when he attended a basketball camp at the university. This early exposure fostered a deep affinity for the school. In January 2025, Clemson’s defensive tackles coach, Nick Eason, extended an offer to Cody during an in-home visit, marking a pivotal moment in his recruitment. Reflecting on the offer, Cody expressed, “Receiving an offer from Clemson was a dream come true. I’ve been in love with the school for a long time.”

Athletic Performance

During his junior season, Cody showcased his defensive prowess by recording 75 tackles, including nine for losses, and 6.5 sacks over 12 games. These impressive statistics earned him first-team All-State Class 4A honors from the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Recruiting Class Impact

Cody becomes the 14th member of Clemson’s 2026 recruiting class, which is currently ranked second nationally. He is the first defensive lineman to commit in this cycle, joining a group that includes eight four-star recruits

Kameron Cody’s commitment underscores Clemson’s ability to attract top-tier talent and reinforces the program’s defensive lineup for the future. His decision reflects both his personal connection to the university and the Tigers’ esteemed reputation in collegiate football.​