2. Cade Klubnik, QB (No. 7)
The perception of Cade Klubnik from this time last year to now has made a complete 180.
A year ago, many critics and also Clemson fans were skeptical about whether Klubnik really is the guy to bring the Tigers back to a national championship. This year, everyone believes Klubnik not only can do it, but is the reason they have a chance to get there.
That is why PFF has him as the highest ranked quarterback on its Top 50 players list.
In 2024, Klubnik showed why he was the top dual-threat quarterback in his recruiting class. He completed 63 percent of his passes for 3,639 yards and 36 touchdowns while also rushing 119 times for 463 yards and seven touchdowns.
Now, Klubnik enters 2025 widely considered the best quarterback in the FBS and a preseason favorite to win the Heisman. If he lives up to his expectations, championship gold will be back in Death Valley at the end of this season.