Clemson DT Peter Woods declares for draft

Field Level Media|published: 12/09/2025, 2:52pm EST

Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods (11) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Standout Clemson defensive tackle Peter Woods announced on Tuesday that he will enter the 2026 NFL Draft.

The 6-foot-3, 310-pound junior is ranked No. 1 at his position and No. 13 overall by ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr.

Woods earned first-team All-ACC honors this season with 30 tackles and two sacks in 12 games. He also scored two rushing touchdowns for the Tigers (7-5).

"It has been an honor to wear the paw these last few years, and it will always be a part of me, but the time has finally come," Woods posted on X.

Thank You Clemson Family ??. pic.twitter.com/ibamSl7xtq
— Peter Woods (@35Pwoo) December 9, 2025

Woods was a four-star recruit in the Class of 2023 after winning four straight state championships at Thompson High School in Alabaster, Ala. He earned FWAA freshman All-American honors in 2023 and set career high in sacks (three) and tackles for loss (8.5) in 2024.

--Field Level Media