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Who Are Nate Wiggins’ Parents? A Quick Look Into the Family Background of Clemson Tiger’s CB

Published 04/05/2024, 9:10 PM EDT

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Talented Clemson cornerback Nate Wiggins has been making headlines with his performances throughout his college career. Now, after declaring for the 2024 Draft, he is in the limelight like never before. With his next move being speculated by top NFL analysts, Wiggins’ personal life has yet to be explored.

Nate Wiggins emerged on the scene after his breakout season in 2023. Wiggins attended Grady High School in Atlanta before transferring to Westlake High School for his senior season. He played wide receiver and cornerback in high school but was primarily recruited as a cornerback. Wiggins’s family has always been a strength in his life and has supported him in growing into a stronger person.

Getting to know the Wiggins’ family

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Nathaniel Wiggins, known as Nate Wiggins, was born on August 28, 2003, to Tamika Wiggins in Atlanta, Georgia. Wiggins hails from a humble background. His mother has always gone the extra mile to provide for her family. Wiggins said, “My mom [is my motivation] because she’s at every game, every practice, every meeting; she doesn’t let me quit.” He continued, “She keeps me focused in school. Make sure I improve.”

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His mother got him into football at 4. He has never felt like he missed out on having a father. His mother has been a pillar of strength, mentoring him constantly to make the right decisions. While little information is available on his father, his mother has played an essential role in shaping him into the strong-willed man he is today.

Opening up about his aspirations, Nate has confirmed that he wants to play football professionally. He also underlined that doing so would create a better life for him and his mother. “I just wanna get my momma a new house,” Wiggins said of his aspirations to play professional football one day. This further edifies his dedication to being a dutiful son by fulfilling his family’s needs and making them happy, showcasing admirable qualities.

He is a former four-star recruit who played for Westlake High School and was ranked 7th overall cornerback prospect. Wiggins is of African-American descent and has strong bonds with his community. He is pretty active on social media and often shares pictures from family gatherings alongside his professional life on the field.

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After living most of his life close to his mother, drafting and pursuing football professionally may bring about a significant change for the Wiggins family. While his potential destination could be far from Atalanta, making her mother move with him, his family has always supported his dreams. Where will we see him play next season?

What’s next for Nate Wiggins

With him declaring for the draft, times are bound to change for the talented Clemson cornerback. His dream is to buy a house for his mother by getting drafted and playing for a top franchise. Wiggins has impressed everyone with his pace and agility and is only expected to reach his potential in the coming years.

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With top franchises like the Patriots, Titans, and even the Commanders interested in him, he could be on the brink of fulfilling a childhood dream and changing his family’s future. Wiggins has been a great addition to Clemson, and as he embarks on the next step in his career, his coaches and teammates have only spoken highly of him, confirming how he would be a valuable asset to any team he chooses to join.

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Rajveer Gupta

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Shubhankar Adhikari