Patrick Swygert is a 6'5", 285-pound defensive tackle for the Clemson Tigers. The Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina native joined Clemson as a walk-on in 2023 after earning two all-state honors at tight end while playing both ways in high school. He contributed on scout team during his first year before making his debut against Appalachian State in 2024, appearing in two games that season and earning ACC Honor Roll recognition. In 2025, Swygert appeared once against Furman. Entering 2026 as a sophomore, he has recorded three defensive snaps across three game appearances.