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Clemson remains uncertain at quarterback after lopsided loss to LSU

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Clemson remains uncertain at quarterback after lopsided loss to LSU
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Clemson coach Dabo Swinney has not determined the team's starting quarterback following a 51-10 defeat to LSU on Sept. 5. The Tigers struggled with both Christopher Vizzina and Tait Reynolds in the season opener, managing only eight first downs during the game. Vizzina started the matchup but committed a first-quarter pick-six that LSU’s Jordan Ross returned 30 yards for a touchdown. Reynolds entered late in the second quarter for his collegiate debut but struggled to generate offense behind an overwhelmed offensive line. Swinney stated that the staff must review game film before deciding on the starter for the upcoming game against Georgia Southern on Sept. 12. The loss marks the most lopsided defeat for Clemson during Swinney's tenure.

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  • •Clemson lost 51-10 to No. 13 LSU on Sept. 5.
  • •Christopher Vizzina finished 10-of-16 for 83 passing yards and one interception.
  • •Tait Reynolds recorded 22 passing yards in his college debut.
  • •Clemson faces Georgia Southern on Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m.
  • •Swinney has not named a starting quarterback for the next game.
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Clemson played both Christopher Vizzina and Tait Reynolds at quarterback against LSU, but neither impressed. Where does Clemson go from here at QB?

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