Goodwin was making $1.4 million in total salary in 2024, according to a copy of his most recent contract obtained by The State. He was set to earn $1.5 million in 2025-26 and $1.6 million in 2026-27 under a three-year deal approved last February.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has fired defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin after three seasons in the role. Goodwin was promoted to replace Brent Venables in 2022. Swinney said he informed Goodwin of the decision Sunday night.

Wes Goodwin has been fired as Clemson's defensive coordinator after three seasons, Tigers coach Dabo Swinney announced Monday. The Tigers, traditionally one of the top run-stopping teams in the country,