Braden Wilmes
Braden Wilmes is a three-star recruit from Lawrence, KS, out of Lawrence Free State (No. 804 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Clemson's 8 games this season.
Where Wilmes comes from
- Lawrence, KS
- Lawrence Free State
- About 750 miles from Memorial Stadium (Clemson, SC)
- Three-star, No. 804 in the 2026 class.
Where Wilmes fits
Clemson lists 22 offensive linemen this season.
Clemson offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 105th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
Clemson is 5-3. Next: at Syracuse, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From Lawrence Free State
Also from Lawrence, KS
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Clemson -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 105th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Clemson has produced 11 All-Conference offensive linemen. 5 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2020. Blake Miller went on to the NFL out of this room (2026).
Joined Clemson in 2026
- 2026 Clemson SwinneyYear 1 · Games –
- High school Lawrence Free StateLawrence, KS · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 804 in the 2026 class. Signed with Clemson.Also from Lawrence Free State: Calvin Clements (Kansas), Parker Moore (Wyoming) and Tai Newhouse (Tulsa).
2026
- Signed with ClemsonThree-star, out of Lawrence Free State