Clemson faces quarterback competition with Vizzina and Reynolds ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
With the departure of Cade Klubnik, Clemson enters the 2026 season with a heated quarterback battle. Christopher Vizzina, now in his fourth season, is considered the favorite due to his experience, having completed 61 percent of his passes over 14 games. Freshman Tait Reynolds has also impressed in spring practice, making the competition stronger than anticipated. ESPN analyst Greg McElroy notes that Clemson has not faced a significant quarterback competition in years, as recent years saw a succession plan instead. The decision on who will start the season opener against LSU, scheduled for September 5, will take shape during fall camp.
- •Cade Klubnik has left, starting a quarterback battle.
- •Christopher Vizzina is seen as the leading candidate for the starting role.
- •Tait Reynolds has emerged as a notable contender during spring practice.
- •Clemson has not had a major quarterback competition in recent years.
- •Fall camp will determine the starter for the September 5 opener against LSU.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN analyst breaks down Clemson’s heated QB battle ahead of 2026 season
"ESPN analyst Greg McElroy believes this is Clemson’s first real quarterback battle in some time, not a succession plan.
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