Several Clemson seniors earn all-star game invites

Clemson has a talented group of seniors on its roster, and several have accepted invitations to play in postseason all-star games.

Four Tigers have accepted all-star game invites so far in tight end Davis Allen, defensive end KJ Henry, defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro and cornerback Sheridan Jones.

Allen, Henry and Orhorhoro are playing in the Senior Bowl. Jones has accepted an invitation to the East-West Shrine Game.

The all-star games will give Tigers seniors an opportunity to showcase their talents to NFL coaches and scouts.

Allen is having an excellent season for Clemson and has earned third-team All-ACC honors. He is currently second on the team with 35 catches for 394 yards and five touchdowns.

The Georgia native is also an excellent blocker, and Clemson coach Dabo Swinney has consistently said that Allen is one of the best players on Clemson’s team. He signed with the Tigers as a three-star recruit in the class of 2019.

Henry was a second-team All-ACC selection this season, and he has recorded 49 tackles, 9 tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks.

The North Carolina native has also forced a fumble and recovered a fumble. Henry leads Clemson with 13 quarterback pressures. He was a five-star recruit in the class of 2018.

Orhorhoro has at times been the overlooked man on Clemson’s defensive line. He has started eight of 13 games this season, and he produces every time he is on the field.

Orhorhoro has 22 tackles, 7 tackles for loss and 3 sacks on the season. He was named third-team All-ACC by Pro Football Focus. Orhorhoro signed with Clemson as a three-star recruit in the class of 2019.

Jones has missed some time this season with an injury but has been excellent when he has been on the field.

The Virginia native has started all 10 games he has played in this season and has 27 tackles, including 1.5 tackles for loss. Jones signed with Clemson as a four-star recruit in the class of 2019.

Clemson is 11-2 on the season and won the ACC championship against North Carolina this past weekend.

The Tigers will play Tennessee in the Orange Bowl later this month. The matchup will be played at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30.