Cade Klubnik

QB · Clemson Tigers · 2026 NFL Draft Prospect

Model Rank
155
Model Grade
77.54
Round Range
Round 4-5
PFF Grade
76.5
Trait Score
91.61
RAS Score
-
Top Driver: RISK (-1.33) Risk Watch: medical/character item noted

Report Summary

Cade Klubnik (QB, Clemson) carries a 77.54 model grade with a current Round 4-5 projection. Current board slot: 155. Primary NFL pathway: Franchise or high-end distributor in spread timing. developmental contributor profile; wins with timing and structure while retaining off-script creation. Seed rank 61 indicates current market confidence with developmental upside still available. How to read this card: 'How He Wins' describes repeatable film traits; 'Primary Concerns' lists failure points that can delay NFL translation.

How He Wins

- Usage fit: Franchise or high-end distributor within spread timing. - Film translation comes from timing/processing: ID leverage pre-snap, hold structure from the pocket, and create only when structure breaks. - Model + film note: developmental contributor profile; wins with timing and structure while retaining off-script creation. Seed rank 61 indicates current market confidence with developmental upside.

Primary Concerns

- QB projection risk is driven by anticipation timing, pressure response, and turnover discipline. - Role stress test: value is strongest in franchise or high-end distributor; projection gets thinner if usage expands too far outside that lane early. - Pocket disruption response must stay on schedule; drifting off platform creates NFL turnover windows.

2025 Production Snapshot

PFF grade 76.5 Stat context: passing yards 2,943; pass TD-INT 16-6; completions/attempts 257/392; 94 rush yds, 4 rush TD; ESPN QBR 58.89; ESPN EPA/play 0.234; CFB quality mixed (0.82)

Role / Scheme Projection

Best early team fit: LV. Scheme path: spread timing. Expected early deployment: Franchise or high-end distributor. For film-heavy evaluation: this role asks for rhythm passing on early downs, controlled aggression on explosives, and situational command on third down/two-minute.
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