CLEMSON – Linebacker Mike Jones is the heir apparent to Isaiah Simmons’ spot at the SAM (strong outside) linebacker spot, and was making huge strides before the virus canceled spring practice.
Jones enters 2020 credited with 22 career tackles (4.0 for loss), a forced fumble and a pass breakup in 196 snaps over 18 career games. Now it’s time for Jones to come out of the weeds and play in the yard.
"We're counting on him," defensive coordinator Brent Venables said. "Putting in a lot of extra time on his own. Pleased with him and the progress he's made.