Dabo Swinney takes tumble, remains in Top 10 of latest head coach rankings

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has dropped in Sporting News' latest college football head coach rankings but still holds the No. 10 spot overall, as of June 9, 2026. The ranking reflects both his career achievements — including two national championships and multiple College Football Playoff appearances — and Clemson's recent on-field struggles. Sporting News writer Bill Bender noted Swinney is 'one of just two active coaches with multiple national championships,' making him difficult to rank.