Pagano makes his NFL decision

Tony Crumpton by Assoc. Editor -

Clemson junior defensive tackle Scott Pagano has officially made his decision to return to school for next season according to his Facebook account on Thursday.

"Tiger Nation, family, and friends last year at this time I was thanking you all for your support, friendship and faith with a very heavy heart," Pagano said. "I felt as if we had let you down. First I need to give God the biggest shout out ever for giving me this opportunity to play the game I love. This year is much different I thank you now for your faith, prayers, support, friendship and love of our team with a gratitude that is beyond anything I can put into words. In all my years here at Clemson you have redefined words like family, class, and unity. My football brothers past and present thank you for daring to dream and doing! My friends and family especially my parents, thank you for sacrificing so much in the name of the game. With that being said, GO TIGERS! CU IN AUGUST! National Champs!"

Clemson's defensive line will be stout again next year with several high-calibers including Pagano, Wilkins, Ferrell, Bryant, Lawrence, and others.