Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik has been selected as one of 36 national contenders on the 2025 Davey O’Brien Award Preseason Watch List, recognizing the country’s top quarterbacks. The prestigious honor reflects his standout performance through his first three seasons as he enters his senior year ready to make another run at Clemson football’s next chapter.
Klubnik enters 2025 with an impressive resume: he has thrown for more than 7,000 yards and 57 touchdowns, while also showcasing his dual-threat ability as a rusher. He ranks among the school’s all-time leaders in passing, poised to rewrite several record books by season’s end.
His presence on this year’s watch list places him among an elite group of ACC quarterbacks highlighted by the conference, a reminder of Clemson’s continued prominence in quarterback talent and offensive innovation.
The road to the Davey O’Brien Award continues beyond the preseason list. The Foundation will unveil its midseason watch list on October 21, followed by the announcement of the 35-player QB Class of 2025 on October 28. Fan voting will play a role through the semifinalist and finalist rounds. Finalists will be revealed on November 25, with the winner unveiled on ESPN during The Home Depot College Football Awards on December 11.
For Klubnik, the watch list is more than just an accolade—it’s validation of his growth and performance. As Clemson prepares for another season under the bright lights of college football, all eyes will be on Klubnik to see if he can translate preseason hype into postseason hardware.
