Gadsden, Ala., offensive lineman Gavin Orr (6-foot-4, 270 pounds) has a connection to former Clemson Hall of Fame coach Danny Ford besides hailing from his hometown.
His grandmother is Ford's first cousin. So, it's only natural he'd attend one of Dabo Swinney's camp this week in an effort to earn an offer. Clemson offensive line coach Robbie Caldwell knew about Orr and invited him for a camp, and he worked out there earlier this week.
"He had seen my film and wanted to evaluate me in person," Orr said. "In high school I play tight end and H-Back but will most likely play interior offensive line in college.