Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik will not play against SMU on Saturday, ending his 34-game starting streak.
Klubnik, who injured his ankle against Boston College last week, came out in shorts and was wearing an ankle brace prior to Saturday’s game against the Mustangs.
He has endured an up-and-down season for Clemson, but the injury comes in the wake of strong play in decisive victories over North Carolina and Boston College.
Clemson redshirt sophomore Christopher Vizzina will get his first career start. He has completed seven passes this season in three games and 26 in his career. In 48 attempts, he has thrown one interception and no touchdowns.
Clemson is 3-3 on the season but has gathered some momentum with consecutive blowouts of UNC (38-10) and BC (41-10).
Clemson’s left tackle Tristan Leigh, who was considered questionable, also was ruled out. Brayden Jacobs, a freshman who is the son of longtime NFL player Brandon Jacobs, will start in Leigh’s place.
For SMU, top wide receiver Romello Brinson is expected to play after being listed as questionable with an undisclosed injury, sources told ESPN. Starting cornerback Jaelyn Davis-Robinson participated in pre-game warmups and is a game-time decision.
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