| Clemson Tigers | |
|---|---|
| Position | Defensive end |
| Class | Sophomore |
| Personal information | |
| Born: | (2005-02-15) February 15, 2005 (age 19) |
| Height | 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) |
| Weight | 265 lb (120 kg) |
| Career history | |
| College | |
| High school | Carmel (Carmel, Indiana) |
Will Heldt (born February 15, 2005) is an American football defensive end for the Clemson Tigers.
Career
Heldt attended Carmel High School in Carmel, Indiana. During his high school career he had 190 tackles and 10 sacks. He committed to Purdue University to play college football.
Heldt played in all 12 games as a true freshman at Purdue in 2023 and had 12 tackles. He became a starter his sophomore year in 2024.
After his sophomore season, Heldt entered the transfer portal. He committed to Clemson on December 19, 2024, making him coach Dabo Swinney's first defensive transfer.
References
- Athlete of the Week: Carmel linebacker Will Heldt was huge presence on defense
- Purdue's Will Heldt 'built like a grown man; looking forward to him playing like one'
- Purdue football confirmed long-term upside, but Notre Dame will demand much more
- Purdue football has its 'Terminator,' but unlike Arnold, he can't win alone
- Dubbed 'The Terminator,' Purdue Rush End Will Heldt Poised for Breakout Season
- Purdue football rush ends breakdown: Can Boilers replicate last season's pass rush?
- Purdue's Will Heldt 1st defender to transfer to Clemson under Dabo Swinney