The alarm clock sounded a little too early this morning for several Clemson coaches.

Today marks the first day of the NCAA's contact period, wherein coaches are permitted to call prospects for this class once a week rather than just text.

It also accounts for the first time they are allowed to directly reach out and initiate communication with juniors via text or direct message.

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What both meant was that numerous staffers were on the phone at the stroke of midnight in order to make sure various recruits feel the Clemson love.