His return positions Clemson as a preseason top 15 team (and perhaps higher) and one of the favorites to win the ACC championship in 2025. Klubnik should garner some initial Heisman Trophy buzz, too, after improving significantly as a junior. This is a developing story and will be updated.

Soon after losing to the Longhorns 38-24 in the first round of the College Football Playoff, Clemson starting quarterback Cade Klubnik took to social media to reveal his plans for his future in college football. Klubnik announced he would be returning to Clemson for his fourth season, after serving as the team's full-time starter in 2023 and 2024.

Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik intends to return to coach Dabo Swinney's program for his senior season. He'll have a third year in Garrett Riley's offense.