Clemson’s post–Cade Klubnik era hasn’t even begun, but the debate over how the Tigers should identify their next starting quarterback is already center stage. With Klubnik set to exit after the 2025 season, Clemson faces a pivotal choice: trust its young room or dip into the increasingly influential transfer portal.
Mac Lain: “I’d probably go get a guy”
Former Clemson offensive lineman and current ACC Network analyst Eric Mac Lain didn’t hide his curiosity about the Tigers’ approach.
“The other interesting thing is the quarterback situation, for what’s next,” Mac Lain said during ACC Network’s ACC Huddle: CFP & Bowl Selection Special. He added that he likes the quarterbacks already on the roster but believes competition should dictate the direction.
“I’m interested to see what they do. Do they feel confident in moving forward, or do they need to go get a guy? And I would probably go get a guy, anyway — competition makes everybody better.”…