CLEMSON — When Clemson opened spring practice earlier this year, wideout Tristan Smith had no idea whether he’d ever suit up again to play at Clemson. “I would say the process went really smooth,” Smith said. WR Tristan Smith works out as Clemson opened their fall camp Friday, August 6, 2026. After gaining valuable experience during his first season at Clemson, Smith feels he now has even more to offer, particularly in a Chad Morris offense that loves to take shots down the field. Although what Smith really wants is to win, and him having the fifth season gives him one more opportunity to do just that.