Clemson's Gritty Walk-On Safety Making Waves in 2026
Peter Cote, Clemson's tenacious safety and original walk-on from the 2017 class, has evolved from special teams contributor (9 games, 2018-20) into a 2026 standout, with ESPN tracking his per-game stats amid a breakout season for the Tigers. High school beast at Daniel (SC) with 66 tackles, 4 sacks, and 6.0 tackles/game in 2016-17, Cote differentiates through relentless intensity, blue-collar hustle, and football IQ—perfect for teams needing versatile DBs who thrive under pressure. No major injury flags; his underdog story screams locker-room leader and special teams ace.
