Clemson Star WR T.J. Moore Among College Football's 'Most Impactful' Re-Signings

Moore, a rising junior, led the Tigers in receiving yards in 2025 and will be a key returnee for Clemson in 2026.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 1:37am

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CBS Sports highlighted Clemson wide receiver T.J. Moore as one of college football's 'most impactful' re-signings of 2026. Moore, a rising junior, led the Tigers with 837 receiving yards in 2025 and will be a key returnee for Clemson next season. Fellow Clemson wide receiver Bryant Wesco Jr. also received a mention from CBS Sports.

Why it matters

Retaining top offensive talent like Moore is crucial for Clemson as the Tigers look to compete for another ACC championship and College Football Playoff berth in 2026. Moore's decision to return provides stability and experience to Clemson's receiving corps.

The details

Moore finished with 52 catches for 837 yards and four touchdowns as a sophomore in 2025, earning third-team All-ACC honors. He joined an elite group of Clemson receivers to record at least 650 receiving yards in each of their first two seasons. As a true freshman in 2024, Moore caught 45 passes for 651 yards and five touchdowns.

  • In January 2026, Moore announced his decision to return to Clemson for his junior season.
  • Moore's teammate, Bryant Wesco Jr., also decided to return to the Tigers after missing part of the 2025 season due to injury.

The players

T.J. Moore

A rising junior wide receiver at Clemson University who led the Tigers in receiving yards in 2025.

Bryant Wesco Jr.

A rising junior wide receiver at Clemson University who was also mentioned by CBS Sports as a key returnee for the Tigers.

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What’s next

Clemson will look to build on its success in 2025 with the return of key offensive weapons like T.J. Moore and Bryant Wesco Jr. The Tigers will face several opponents with their own top talent, including Miami, Cal, Florida State, and South Carolina.

The takeaway

Clemson's ability to retain top offensive playmakers like T.J. Moore is a testament to the program's continued success and appeal to elite college football talent. Moore's decision to return provides stability and experience to the Tigers' receiving corps as they aim for another ACC championship and College Football Playoff berth in 2026.