James Haynes

.James Haynes joined Clemson Football on a full-time basis in 2022 and serves as Assistant Director of Player Personnel. 

In his current role, Haynes assists the defensive staff in coordinating recruiting operations and evaluation. Haynes previously served as Assistant Director of Recruiting Operations before transitioning to his new title in 2024. 

Haynes’ time at Clemson began as a coaches recruiting assistant for Brent Venables from 2021-22.

Before transferring to Clemson and earning his degree in parks, recreation and tourism management in 2021, Haynes was a dual sport athlete at Newberry College on the football and track and field team for two seasons. He added a masters in athletic leadership from Clemson in 2023. 

Haynes is a native of Florence, S.C.