Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik has been named the Davey O’Brien National Quarterback of the Week following his remarkable performance in Week 2 of the 2024 college football season. This prestigious honor recognizes Klubnik’s exceptional skills and highlights the strength of Clemson’s football program.
Klubnik’s Record-Breaking Performance
In Clemson’s 66-20 victory over Appalachian State, Klubnik put together a complete game, completing 24 of 26 passes for a 92.3% completion rate, setting career highs with 378 passing yards and five passing touchdowns. He also rushed for two touchdowns, accounting for seven total touchdowns in just one half of play. His pass efficiency rating of 277.9 set a new school record.
Klubnik’s accomplishment of achieving five or more passing touchdowns, multiple rushing touchdowns, and a completion percentage of 90.0% or better in a single game made him the first FBS quarterback to do so in the last 25 years.
National Recognition for Clemson’s Quarterback
The Davey O’Brien National Quarterback of the Week award is a testament to Klubnik’s talent and hard work. This honor, along with his recognition as a Manning Award Star of the Week, ACC Co-Quarterback of the Week, PFF Offensive Player of the Week (with a career-high grade of 93.9), and inclusion in the Davey O’Brien Great 8 List for Week 2, solidifies his position as one of the nation’s top quarterbacks.
Consistency is Key for Clemson’s Offense
As a writer and observer, I have seen the potential in Klubnik and knew that if he could put together a complete game, it would all come together. With this Davey O’Brien honor, Klubnik has proven his ability to perform at an elite level. The question now is whether the Clemson offense can maintain consistency throughout the rest of the season.
If Klubnik continues to lead the team with the same skill and dedication he displayed in Week 2, Clemson fans can look forward to an exciting and successful season.
