Clemson is set at quarterback with one of the best returning quarterbacks in the country in Cade Klubnik. The senior has won two ACC championships and led Clemson back to the College Football Playoff last year. He has thrown for 7,180 yards with 57 touchdowns during his career and is one of the unquestioned leaders on the roster. 

How Klubnik goes could be how the offense goes this season. He has played well during his career and developed into a terrific quarterback. But there are still things that can improve with his consistency, which impacts the offense’s consistency. Klubnik took a big step forward last year. If he can do that again, this could be a special season for the offense.

But what about behind him? Christopher Vizzina has waited his turn and improved, and he is entering his third year with the program (he’s a sophomore with a redshirt).

It would be nice to see him get a little more playing time this season, especially if the offense is humming behind Klubnik and can give Vizzina some meaningful reps. That could be important for 2026, as well, as the coaching staff would need to know what it has in Vizzina. 

Junior Trent Pearman, who made a name for himself in the spring game in 2024, most likely would be next, but true freshman Chris Denson is an intriguing prospect. Denson likely won’t be ready this season, but it could be good for his development if he got some snaps, even if they came in mop-up situations.

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