Cade Klubnik QB Clemson | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Cade Klubnik QB Clemson
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 08/28/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.65 seconds (84%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 20.10 DOB: 10/10/2003 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| PLAY STYLE: Mobile Pocket Passer | |
| Last Updated: 08/28/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.65 seconds (84%*) | |
| Age: 20.10 DOB: 10/10/2003 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 82.1 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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74% |
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| Release Speed: |
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81% |
| Short Passing: |
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63% |
| Medium Passing: |
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66% |
| Long Passing: |
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61% |
| Rush/Scramble: |
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57% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
6th
Overall Rank:
#176
Position rank:
#18
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| College Games: 21 College Snaps: 1151 | ||
ESPN RATING: 87/100
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247 RATING: 98/100
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RIVALS RATING: 6.1 (100%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Austin Reed - Western Kentucky |
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72% |
| Michael Pratt - Tulane |
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69% |
| Kedon Slovis - BYU |
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68% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Cade Klubnik, a 6'2" 195-pound signal-caller from Clemson, entered the collegiate ranks as a blue-chip recruit but has yet to live up to the hype. The Austin, Texas product led Westlake High to a three-peat state championship, earning national accolades before enrolling at Clemson in 2022.Despite his prep school pedigree, Klubnik's transition to Power Five football has been a rocky road. As a true sophomore in 2023, he took the reins of Clemson's offense, posting a stat line of 290 completions on 454 attempts for 3,012 yards, 19 TDs, and 9 INTs across 12 starts. While the raw numbers don't scream bust, the tape tells a different story for this former five-star prospect.
Klubnik's 2023 campaign was a rollercoaster of flashes and frustrations. While he occasionally showcased the arm talent that had scouts salivating, his decision-making in the pocket and accuracy issues have raised red flags. As he enters his junior year, Klubnik faces a make-or-break season that will likely define his draft stock.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Plus athlete with the wheels to extend plays and move the chains when the pocket breaks down
- Possesses the arm talent to make all the throws when his mechanics are on point
- Quick trigger and ability to change ball velocity show potential in a West Coast system
- Flashes the ability to drop dimes in tight windows at the intermediate level
- Gunslinger mentality keeps defenses honest and can create explosive plays
- Youth and limited starts leave room on his developmental curve
- High school tape suggests untapped potential if he can put it all together
- Comfortable operating from the gun and on designed bootlegs
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Scattershot accuracy, especially on deep balls, stems from inconsistent lower body mechanics
- Tends to play "hero ball" under pressure, leading to forced throws and turnovers
- Struggles to get off his first read, often locking onto primary targets
- Field vision needs significant improvement to process NFL defensive schemes
- Ball security is a major concern, with fumbles compounding INT issues
Scouting Report: Summary
Klubnik currently projects as a late Day 3 flyer, a far cry from his initial blue-chip status. His natural arm talent and plus athleticism provide clay for QB gurus to mold, but he needs a complete overhaul in nearly every aspect of his game. His draft position reflects the chasm between his ceiling and current play.The 2024 season is Klubnik's last chance to right the ship. He must show marked improvement in his decision-making tree, ball placement, and overall consistency to climb draft boards. An NFL staff might see him as a developmental project, but he'll need to show significant growth to warrant that investment.
Ultimately, Klubnik's draft stock hinges entirely on his ability to turn potential into production in 2024. If he can elevate his game, he might work his way into the Day 2 conversation. However, another season of inconsistent play could see him fall off draft boards entirely, potentially becoming one of the more notable QB prospect flameouts in recent memory.
Written By:
FELIX GREEN (ACC)
How other scouting services rate Cade Klubnik (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
132.3
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
15.0
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in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.