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Trey Krause Flips Commitment to Clemson Tigers Over Alabama and Georgia
In a major shakeup on the college football recruiting trail, No. 1 American player and elite offensive tackle Trey Krause has officially announced his departure from his previous commitment and flipped to the Clemson Tigers. The announcement sent shockwaves across the recruiting world as Krause chose Clemson over powerhouse programs Alabama and Georgia.
The 6-foot-6, 310-pound Krause had long been courted by the biggest names in college football. He initially committed to an undisclosed program earlier this year but had been taking quiet visits to Clemson throughout the spring. According to sources close to the recruitment, Krause was impressed by Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney’s vision for the Tigers and the strong relationship he built with the Clemson coaching staff, especially offensive line coach Matt Luke.
In his statement released on social media, Krause wrote, “After much thought and prayers, I’ve decided to flip my commitment and officially announce that I’m committing to Clemson University! I want to thank Alabama and Georgia for believing in me, but Clemson just felt like home. I’m excited to be part of something special and ready to get to work!”
The news is a massive win for Clemson, as the Tigers continue to rebuild their offensive line depth. Landing the No. 1 player in the nation — and doing so over SEC giants like Alabama and Georgia — signals that Clemson remains a major player in the recruiting landscape.
Recruiting experts have long raved about Krause’s combination of size, athleticism, and intelligence. He is known for his quick feet, powerful punch at the point of attack, and ability to move well in space, making him a perfect fit for Clemson’s up-tempo offensive style.
“Trey Krause is the type of cornerstone offensive lineman who can anchor a line for years,” one recruiting analyst said. “He’s the kind of player you build your offense around. For Clemson to beat out Alabama and Georgia for him is a statement move.”
For Alabama and Georgia, Krause’s decision is a rare recruiting miss, as both programs had heavily prioritized the top-ranked tackle. Georgia was believed to be the frontrunner as late as two weeks ago, while Alabama had turned up the heat with a late push. But in the end, Clemson’s persistence and vision won out.
With Krause’s flip, Clemson’s 2025 recruiting class now vaults into the top five nationally and gives the Tigers a key building block for future success. Krause is expected to enroll early and compete for playing time as a true freshman in 2026.
As the summer recruiting cycle heats up, Clemson fans can celebrate landing one of the biggest prizes in the class — and sending a message that the Tigers are back in the national recruiting spotlight.
