“Cade is a special player,” Swinney said. “He has all the tools to be a great quarterback at Clemson. His arm strength, accuracy, and athleticism are top-notch.”

Swinney acknowledged that Klubnik will need time to develop and learn the offense. He will compete with current starter DJ Uiagalelei and other quarterbacks on the roster.

“We’re going to give Cade every opportunity to earn the starting job,” Swinney said. “He’s going to have to prove himself on the field and in practice.”

Swinney stated that the decision on who will be the starting quarterback in 2025 will ultimately depend on their performance and development. He expressed confidence that Klubnik has the potential to be a long-term solution at the position.

“We’re excited about Cade’s future,” Swinney said. “He has the talent and the mindset to be a great leader for this program.”

The competition for the starting quarterback position at Clemson is expected to be intense in the coming years. Cade Klubnik is a highly-skilled prospect with a bright future, but he will need to prove himself on the field before earning the starting job. Dabo Swinney’s confidence in his ability suggests that he could be the long-term solution at quarterback for the Tigers.