Clemson transfer DL AJ Hoffler commits to Georgia Tech

Former Clemson defensive lineman AJ Hoffler is staying in the ACC. Hoffler has committed to Georgia Tech after entering the transfer portal, according to On3’s Hayes Fawcett.

The former four-star recruit is heading back to Atlanta after playing high school football there. Hoffler appeared in every game this season for Clemson, finishing with 13 tackles and 1.5 tackles for loss.

Prior to coming to Clemson, AJ Hoffler attended Woodward Academy. He was ranked as a four-star prospect and the No. 289 overall player in the country in the class of 2023, per the On3 Industry Rankings.

Hoffler played in seven games for the Tigers as a true freshman in 2023, finishing with four tackles and two pass breakups. He saw his role increase in 2024 as he appeared in every game.

AJ Hoffler is joining a Georgia Tech program that is coming off of a 7-6 season in 2024. The Yellow Jackets finished with a 5-3 record in the ACC.

To keep up with the latest players on the move, check out On3’s Transfer Portal wire. The On3 Transfer Portal Instagram account and Twitter account are excellent resources to stay up to date with the latest moves.

Clemson transfer DL Tre Williams commits to Michigan

In addition to AJ Hoffler, another former Clemson defender also committed to a new school on Saturday.

Former Tigers defensive lineman Tre Williams committed to Michigan via the NCAA Transfer Portal, according to On3’s Hayes Fawcett. Williams spent five seasons at Clemson.

During his time with the Tigers, Williams amassed 44 appearances and four starts. He finished his stint at Clemson with 35 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, four sacks and two pass deflections. Williams set career highs in all of those categories this season except tackles for loss.

Williams has battled injuries throughout his career, mostly to his feet and shoulders. In 2023, Williams was forced to medically redshirt after spending most of the season sidelined following a shoulder surgery. Despite Williams’ injury issues throughout his collegiate career, he entered the college ranks as a highly-touted prospect.

Williams played high school football at St. John’s (Washington, DC), where he was a four-star prospect. He was the No. 107 overall recruit in the 2020 cycle, according to the On3 Industry Ranking, a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.