CLEMSON – Just call Wade the Mike.
Clemson junior linebacker Wade Woodaz has been a Swiss Army Knife of sorts for the Clemson defense during his first two seasons, playing strongside (or SAM) linebacker while also taking snaps at safety.
He enters 2024 credited with 51 tackles (11.5 for loss), 5.5 sacks, three pass breakups, two interceptions (including one returned for a touchdown), a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and a blocked punt in 537 snaps from scrimmage over 27 games (six starts) since his arrival in 2022.
However, 2024 will be different for Woodaz, who will transition from the SAM to the MIKE, or middle linebacker spot.