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Clemson Football Career Sacks Leaders
Vic Beasley holds Clemson's career sacks record with 33 sacks (2011–2014). Michael Dean Perry (28) and Gaines Adams (28) round out the top three. 3 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Clelin Ferrell (2016–2018), No. 4 on the list.
Clemson TigersUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Sacks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vic Beasley | 2011–2014 | 33 |
| 2 | Michael Dean Perry | 1984–1987 | 28 |
| 2 | Gaines Adams | 2003–2006 | 28 |
| 4 | William Perry | 1981–1984 | 27 |
| 4 | Clelin Ferrell | 2016–2018 | 27 |
| 6 | Adrian Dingle | 1995–1998 | 23 |
| 6 | Keith Adams | 1998–2000 | 23 |
| 8 | Brentson Buckner | 1990–1993 | 22 |
| 8 | Bryant McNeal | 1999–2002 | 22 |
| 10 | Chester McGlockton | 1989–1991 | 20.5 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Clemson only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.