Clemson made it to the College Football Playoff after winning the ACC Championship, but their first-round loss to Texas was a step forward for the program, marking their first CFP appearance in five years. The excitement carried into the offseason when star quarterback Cade Klubnik, coming off a breakout season, announced his return for his final year. With one of the Heisman favorites back at the helm and a defense poised to improve under new coordinator Tom Allen, Clemson’s prospects for the upcoming season looked promising.
However, with spring practice underway, the atmosphere has shifted. According to Jon Blau of The Post and Courier, head coach Dabo Swinney didn’t hold back during the team’s first spring scrimmage, delivering sharp criticism to Klubnik. While both Swinney and Klubnik downplayed the intensity of the comments, with Klubnik even smiling as he relayed that he was “mad,” it’s a sign that the program is back in full competitive mode.
Klubnik could have left Clemson after a less-than-expected 2023 season, but he chose to stay, showing his willingness to be coached hard by Swinney, a two-time national champion. As the Tigers focus on improving their offense and preparing for the season ahead, they’ll be aiming to recapture the top spot in college football, with Klubnik leading the charge.
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