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There's more to the Clemson evaluation process than strictly talent.

A reminder for that came earlier this week as Phenix City (Ala.) Central four-star defensive lineman Tomarrion Parker released his top five, then added the Tigers as one of three suitors on the fringe.

Parker (6-4, 256), ranked No. 145 nationally by Rivals.com, listed Georgia, Ohio State, Penn State, Alabama and Tennessee as his lead group.

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Clemson is on the periphery, joined by Florida and Texas A&M.