Cade Klubnik shares how he has adapted to speed of game

It’s starting to come naturally to Cade Klubnik.

Ahead of leading Clemson into an Orange Bowl showdown with Tennessee, the Tigers quarterback spoke with reporters about how the speed of the college football game is beginning to slow.

“Juts taking it one play at a time,” began Klubnik. “Just cancelling out the distractions, and focusing on each play one at a time. Really just trusting the guys around me to make plays. I mean, we’ve got the best players in the nation, from receivers to offensive line. Definitely got the two best running backs in the country, without a doubt.

“Just for those guys to kind of have my back, it’s so nice.”

Alas, Klubnik was thrust into action during the ACC title game, where he led Clemson to victory and the wonder of what could’ve been had they turned the keys over to him sooner. Nevertheless, Dabo Swinney is certainly happy his faith in Klubnik was rewarded.

Now, Cade Klubnik will be looking to celebrate a gigantic victory with his teammates once again when they take the field in the Orange Bowl, but Tennessee will be no easy task. Time will tell if the game has slowed down enough for him where he can defeat an SEC power, or if the Volunteers will be too much.

Cade Klubnik calls Tennessee ‘a heck of a team’

Cade Klubnik and Clemson are readying for an Orange Bowl showdown with Tennessee, a matchup that easily could’ve happened in the College Football Playoff, as well. 

Alas, it wasn’t meant to be for the Tigers and the Volunteers, but both will be looking to end their season on a high note. Speaking with the media ahead of the exciting game, Klubnik complimented the rejuvenated SEC program.

“Great matchup,” started Klubnik. “Tennessee’s a heck of a team. They’ve had an amazing year. I think it’ll be a great game. I think it’s a big game for us. 

“Over the past couple of years, I think this will be a big game for us. At the same time, it’s just another game. Approach it the same we would any other. I’m super excited. It’ll be fun.”

Alas, the Orange Bowl featuring Clemson and Tennessee could be one of the best games of bowl season. Both teams will want a victory for some momentum going into next season — a season where they’ll both hope to get to the College Football Playoff.