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Clemson's No. 1 recruiting class sets the table for a modern football dynasty

The Clemson football program sits on the cusp of its first top-ranked recruiting class, the latest sign that a program on a 28-game winning streak could be transitioning toward becoming a dynasty.

The Tigers are holding on to the top spot on National Signing Day on Wednesday. Clemson is ranked No. 1 overall for the 2020 class, according to Rivals.com, and has secured commitments from the country’s top two players, three of the top 10 and have at least six five-star pledges.

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After winning two of the past three national titles and taking over as the most dominant program in the sport, the fact that Clemson has never assembled the country’s top recruiting class showcases that the program can still grow.