Clemson legacy Baylon Spector commits to Tigers

Defensive back Baylon Spector (6-foot-2, 205 pounds) of Calhoun Ga., whose father played at Clemson in the late 1980s, committed to the Tigers on Saturday while on an unofficial visit.

He is the Tigers’ first commitment for the 2017 class. Spector plays safety in high school but could grow into a linebacker for Clemson.

“I've always wanted to play at Clemson,” Spector said. “It’s a special place. Clemson is just Clemson. I knew I wanted to come to Clemson, so I went ahead and made the decision. I talked to my dad, family, and friends and they all knew Clemson was where I wanted to go.”

Spector also has offers from Duke, Wake Forest and Georgia Southern, but the only offer that mattered to him was delivered by Tigers defensive coordinator Brent Venables in June.

Last season Spector was in on 71 tackles with 1 interception. He also plays quarterback and passed for 450 yards and 6 touchdowns. His dad, Robbie, played receiver for the Tigers from 1987 to 1990.

“They’re getting a big, strong, physical, smart player,” Spector said. “I love the game and I’m passionate about the game. I just want to play. I just want to get out there. I just want to learn more about the game.”