The former five-star recruit and three-year starter at Clemson chose Mizzou over heavy interest from powerhouse programs including Tennessee, Michigan, Texas, Ohio State, and several others, according to insiders.
Welcome to Missouri, Cade! 🐯
Klubnik, who threw for over 2,700 yards and led Clemson to a bowl berth in his senior season, reportedly made the decision after a whirlwind recruitment process. Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz and offensive coordinator Kirby Moore sealed the deal with a vision of an explosive SEC offense perfectly suited to Klubnik’s dual-threat abilities.
“Cade is a winner, a leader, and exactly the kind of quarterback we want leading our program into the future,” a Missouri source told reporters. “He picked us because he believes in what we’re building here in Columbia.”
The move comes as a massive coup for the Tigers, who are looking to replace departing starter Beau Pribula and take the next step in the ultra-competitive SEC. Klubnik is expected to enroll immediately and compete for the starting job in spring practice.
Clemson fans are reeling from the news, with many taking to social media to express shock and disappointment. “Didn’t see this coming at all,” one Tigers supporter posted. “Thought Cade was NFL-bound after the bowl.”
Klubnik’s arrival instantly makes Missouri one of the dark horse contenders in the SEC East conversation for 2026, pairing his arm talent and mobility with an already loaded skill group.
Welcome to the Zou, Cade Klubnik! The Tiger family just got a whole lot stronger. 🔴🟡
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