Sammy Brown, Clemson Tigers football linebacker for coach Dabo Swinney (original) (raw)

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) reacts after intercepting a pass against Furman during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 22, 2025.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) reacts after intercepting a pass against Furman during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 22, 2025.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during Tiger Walk before the annnual Clemson Orange and White spring game at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during Tiger Walk before the annnual Clemson Orange and White spring game at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina Saturday, March 28, 2026.

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Nov 29, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Lanorris Sellers (16) is brought down by Clemson Tigers linebacker Sammy Brown (47) in the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

Nov 29, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Lanorris Sellers (16) is brought down by Clemson Tigers linebacker Sammy Brown (47) in the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

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Oct 4, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Stephiylan Green (90) reacts with linebacker Sammy Brown (47) in the second quarter at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Oct 4, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Stephiylan Green (90) reacts with linebacker Sammy Brown (47) in the second quarter at Kenan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 27: Corey Smith #24 of the Penn State Nittany Lions carries the ball as Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers pursues the tackle in the second quarter during the 2025 Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium on December 27, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Evan Bernstein/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 27: Corey Smith #24 of the Penn State Nittany Lions carries the ball as Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers pursues the tackle in the second quarter during the 2025 Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium on December 27, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Evan Bernstein/Getty Images)

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown during 2026 Clemson Pro Day in the Poe Indoor Facility at Clemson University in Clemson Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown during 2026 Clemson Pro Day in the Poe Indoor Facility at Clemson University in Clemson Thursday, March 12, 2026.

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Dec 27, 2025; Bronx, NY, USA; Clemson Tigers safety Ronan Hanafin (5) celebrates after a defensive stop with linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the first half of the 2025 Pinstripe Bowl against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Dec 27, 2025; Bronx, NY, USA; Clemson Tigers safety Ronan Hanafin (5) celebrates after a defensive stop with linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the first half of the 2025 Pinstripe Bowl against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 29: Lanorris Sellers #16 of the South Carolina Gamecocks avoids a tackle by Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers during the second half of the football game at Williams-Brice Stadium on November 29, 2025 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)

COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 29: Lanorris Sellers #16 of the South Carolina Gamecocks avoids a tackle by Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers during the second half of the football game at Williams-Brice Stadium on November 29, 2025 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)

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Current Clemson LB and former Jefferson star Sammy Brown on the sidelines during a GHSA high school football playoff game against West Laurens in Jefferson, Georgia, on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.

Current Clemson LB and former Jefferson star Sammy Brown on the sidelines during a GHSA high school football playoff game against West Laurens in Jefferson, Georgia, on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) reacts after intercepting a pass against Furman during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 22, 2025.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) reacts after intercepting a pass against Furman during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 22, 2025.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) gets ready for a play by Florida State University during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 8, 2025.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) gets ready for a play by Florida State University during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 8, 2025.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) before the game at Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday, November 29, 2025.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) before the game at Williams-Brice Stadium Saturday, November 29, 2025.

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Florida State University quarterback Tommy Castellanos (1) runs near Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 8, 2025.

Florida State University quarterback Tommy Castellanos (1) runs near Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 8, 2025.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) misses tackling Southern Methodist University running back Chris Johnson Jr. (6) spinning to get a few more yards during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, October 18, 2025.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) misses tackling Southern Methodist University running back Chris Johnson Jr. (6) spinning to get a few more yards during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, October 18, 2025.

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CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 4: Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers tackles Shanard Clower #85 of the North Carolina Tar Heels during the first half at Kenan Memorial Stadium on October 4, 2025 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)

CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 4: Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers tackles Shanard Clower #85 of the North Carolina Tar Heels during the first half at Kenan Memorial Stadium on October 4, 2025 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)

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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 06: Trent Henry #12 of the Troy Trojans defends against Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium on September 06, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Katie Januck/Getty Images)

CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 06: Trent Henry #12 of the Troy Trojans defends against Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium on September 06, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Katie Januck/Getty Images)

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Clemson linebacker Drew Woodaz (9) tackles Troy Trojans receiver RaRa Thomas (7) with linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Clemson linebacker Drew Woodaz (9) tackles Troy Trojans receiver RaRa Thomas (7) with linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, September 6, 2025.

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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 06: Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers interacts with the crowd during the Tiger Walk before the game against the Troy Trojans at Memorial Stadium on September 06, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Katie Januck/Getty Images)

CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 06: Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigers interacts with the crowd during the Tiger Walk before the game against the Troy Trojans at Memorial Stadium on September 06, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Katie Januck/Getty Images)

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Dec 7, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Clemson Tigers linebacker Sammy Brown (47) celebrates after a play during the second quarter against the Southern Methodist Mustangs in the 2024 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Dec 7, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Clemson Tigers linebacker Sammy Brown (47) celebrates after a play during the second quarter against the Southern Methodist Mustangs in the 2024 ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Sammy Brown passes a ball helping in the 2025 Dabo Swinney Football Camp in Clemson, S.C. Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

Sammy Brown passes a ball helping in the 2025 Dabo Swinney Football Camp in Clemson, S.C. Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the football practice at the Allen N. Reeves Football Complex at Clemson University in Clemson, S.C. Monday, March 3, 2025.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the football practice at the Allen N. Reeves Football Complex at Clemson University in Clemson, S.C. Monday, March 3, 2025.

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Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns tight end Gunnar Helm (85) stiff arms Clemson Tigers linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the second half of the CFP National playoff first round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns tight end Gunnar Helm (85) stiff arms Clemson Tigers linebacker Sammy Brown (47) during the second half of the CFP National playoff first round at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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AUSTIN, TEXAS - DECEMBER 21: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns is tackled by Payton Page #55 and Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigerss during the third quarter in the Playoff First Round Game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)

AUSTIN, TEXAS - DECEMBER 21: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns is tackled by Payton Page #55 and Sammy Brown #47 of the Clemson Tigerss during the third quarter in the Playoff First Round Game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) and Georgia defensive back Malaki Starks (24) reunite after the NCAA Aflac Kickoff Game in Atlanta, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. Brown and Starks both played high school football for the Jefferson Dragons.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) and Georgia defensive back Malaki Starks (24) reunite after the NCAA Aflac Kickoff Game in Atlanta, on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. Brown and Starks both played high school football for the Jefferson Dragons.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) celebrates after winning the 2024 ACC championship game against Southern Methodist.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) celebrates after winning the 2024 ACC championship game against Southern Methodist.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) tackles South Carolina receiver Jared Brown (14) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 30, 2024.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) tackles South Carolina receiver Jared Brown (14) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, November 30, 2024.

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Clemson played the University of South Carolina in college football at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina on Nov. 30, 2024. South Carolina running back Raheim Sanders (5) fights Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) on a play.

Clemson played the University of South Carolina in college football at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina on Nov. 30, 2024. South Carolina running back Raheim Sanders (5) fights Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) on a play.

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Clemson played the University of South Carolina in college football at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina on Nov. 30, 2024. South Carolina running back Raheim Sanders (5) fights Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) on a play.

Clemson played the University of South Carolina in college football at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina on Nov. 30, 2024. South Carolina running back Raheim Sanders (5) fights Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) on a play.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) and defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) during the game with The Citadel Nov 23, 2024; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; at Memorial Stadium.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) and defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) during the game with The Citadel Nov 23, 2024; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; at Memorial Stadium.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) pursues The Citadel quarterback Jonathan Bennett during the third quarter Nov 23, 2024; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; at Memorial Stadium.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) pursues The Citadel quarterback Jonathan Bennett during the third quarter Nov 23, 2024; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; at Memorial Stadium.

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Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) runs down the hill before the game with NC State at Memorial Stadium Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 in Clemson, South Carolina, USA.

Clemson linebacker Sammy Brown (47) runs down the hill before the game with NC State at Memorial Stadium Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 in Clemson, South Carolina, USA.

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Sep 21, 2024; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers linebacker Sammy Brown (47) tackles North Carolina State Wolfpack running back Kendrick Raphael (0) for a loss during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-Imagn Images

Sep 21, 2024; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers linebacker Sammy Brown (47) tackles North Carolina State Wolfpack running back Kendrick Raphael (0) for a loss during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-Imagn Images

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