Albert Huggins entered Clemson as one of the nations most touted defensive players, ranking as the number one player in South Carolina in some publications. However, during his freshman season Huggins was moved to defensive tackle where he had to learn to play inside.
After the switch, it took the Orangeburg, S.C., native some time to get accustomed to playing inside and to reach the level of physicality to play defensive tackle. Last season he recorded 21 tackles, five tackles for loss, and 1.5 sacks. Many thought after the departure of Christian Wilkins, Austin Bryant, and Clelin Ferrell that Huggins would have a breakout senior season this year.