The university sued its own conference in March 2024 in what was widely viewed as initial step toward leaving.

Athletic director Graham Neff has sold the university's lawsuit, and now settlement with the ACC, as a good investment. Nelson Mullins has made over $1.5 million.

Both Clemson and the ACC released statements this afternoon.Sign up for our NewslettersClemson's statement reads: "The Clemson University Board of Trustees today authorized the University administration to settle pending lawsuits between the University and the Atlantic Coast Conference.