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Clemson names Christopher Vizzina starting quarterback for season opener at LSU

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Clemson names Christopher Vizzina starting quarterback for season opener at LSU
Summary

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney named Christopher Vizzina as the starting quarterback for the upcoming September 5 matchup against LSU in Baton Rouge. Vizzina, a senior, earned the position following a fall camp competition against freshman Tait Reynolds. Swinney noted that the decision followed a rigorous evaluation process of practice repetitions and performance. Vizzina previously served as a backup to Cade Klubnik for two seasons and made one start during the 2025 campaign. The Tigers will open their season against the No. 11-ranked LSU team under the direction of new offensive coordinator Chad Morris.

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  • •Christopher Vizzina will start at quarterback for Clemson on September 5 against LSU.
  • •The competition for the starting role involved Vizzina and freshman Tait Reynolds.
  • •Chad Morris returns to lead the Clemson offense as offensive coordinator.
  • •Clemson enters the season ranked No. 23 in the US LBM Coaches Poll.
  • •Vizzina previously appeared in seven games during the 2024 season and five games in 2025.
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  • 3:17 PMYahoo Sports — Christopher Vizzina named Clemson starting quarterback vs LSU by Dabo Swinney
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Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney officially named Christopher Vizzina the starting quarterback for the 2026 season, which starts Sept. 5 vs. LSU.

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