Clemson Tigers football, 1980–89

The Clemson Tigers football teams of 1980–1989 represented Clemson University in NCAA Division I-A college football competition.

1980
Clemson won its 100th ACC game November 1 against Wake Forest.

1982
Clemson was placed on probation near the end of the season for recruiting violations, and was ineligible for a bowl bid.

1983
Clemson was on probation for recruiting violations, and was ineligible for the ACC championship and a bowl bid.

1984
Clemson was on probation for recruiting violations, and was ineligible for the ACC championship.