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TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:02 PM
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Welcome back......
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
Jan 17, 2022, 6:25 PM
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Coach Pearman must never sleep. How'd he find this guy? Oh wait, he already played for us before. Great work Danny! LOL.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:04 PM
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VERY INTERESTING.
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Great addition to Clemson’s QB room.
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:07 PM
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Win-win situation for the youngsters. Thought he should have gone in against Syracuse when KB got knocked out.
Well does this take the portal monkey off CDS’s back?
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Re: Great addition to Clemson’s QB room.
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:19 PM
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We took a grad transfer QB (Olson) from Stanford a while back when Chad Kelly was dismissed. Hunter would be a grad transfer, so not really portal cherry popping IMO.
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Re: Great addition to Clemson’s QB room.
Jan 17, 2022, 3:34 PM
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The Portal did not exist when Olsen transferred from Stanford.
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Re: Great addition to Clemson’s QB room.
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:19 PM
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We took a grad transfer QB (Olson) from Stanford a while back when Chad Kelly was dismissed. Hunter would be a grad transfer, so not really portal cherry popping IMO.
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Re: Clemson beats Syracuse
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:58 PM
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My thoughts exactly, he was our best option to win that game.
In reality, he should have prepped, and started that game. KB was hurt, and couldn't run. He was a sitting duck back there.
I still say the Tigers win that game, if Hunter Johnson starts.
On a side note. I've always thought Tee Higgins signed, because Hunter Johnson committed first.
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I think that's definite
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Jan 17, 2022, 3:36 PM
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We got Tee, then Amari, all because of Hunter flipping from Tenn.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:05 PM
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So we do know how to use the portal! Awesome!
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Welcome back, Hunter!***
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:08 PM
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:09 PM
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I was going to joke about this when I heard he was transferring, but this is excellent news! If DJ doesn’t improve, Klubnik will take over, and Hunter Johnson gives us a great backup as well as potential starter while Klubnik learns the playbook (assuming DJ transfers).
Go Tigers!
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Keep your ASSumptions to your self
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:22 PM
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Wish all Tigers do well, Hunter will be a good senior leader without having to play much, with alot of knowledge to add to QB soon
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Re: Keep your ASSumptions to your self
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:58 PM
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I hope that DJ does well. Though I question whether he will reach it, DJ probably has a bigger upside with his size and arm strength. To me the thing Hunter returning does is even up the competition.
We always think about the best player playing, but what Dabo says is that he will play the one that gives us the best chance of winning. Without Johnson, I think if it was close that DJ would get the nod because there would be less chance of Klubnik transferring out. Klubnik could make the team better but DJ could give us the best chance to win by having a quality back up if needed.
With the addition of Johnson, the best player and the one that gives us the best chance to win becomes one and the same. As you said Johnson will not need the playing time to present a positive attitude and influence which sets him apart from a lot of transfers. I aSSume that few people expect him to beat out Cade and DJ, but I expect him to give everything that he has got for one more shot at his dream. However, I still expect him to be a positive influence if he ends up third on the depth chart.
I am not sure that we could have found a better person to fill out the QB room for the QB room next year.
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A puzzling development
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:10 PM
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With Cade arriving and DJ still a question mark, how will Hunter fit into the program now? I guess I'm too old to even try and figure this one out!
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Im thinking he might want to get into coaching.***
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:14 PM
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Re: The 24/7 article makes that pretty clear (coaching)
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:35 PM
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Tears when I read This article.
This is awesome. What a great day to be a Tiger. Definitely win win for everyone. This is what great coaches do !!!!! We are so blessed to have Dabo.
This speaks volumes on how special Clemson and Dabo is. No talk, Dabo walks it. Not about W/L's - Dabo, making the world a better place one man at a time.
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Jan 17, 2022, 5:15 PM
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Great to see this.
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You might be right***
Jan 17, 2022, 4:08 PM
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Re: A puzzling development
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Jan 17, 2022, 3:33 PM
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Nothing hard to figure pawsrule, Hunter Johnson was a backup his entire career and will be a valuable team member for us.
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Welcome(back) Home Hunter!!!!***
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:11 PM
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:11 PM
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Welcome back!
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:11 PM
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welcome back hunter!
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:12 PM
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He probably could've started some last year had he stayed put. At least we got some decent depth and options now. Everyone should be even to start Spring and let the battle begin.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:15 PM
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Welcome Back Tiger!!!
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Too bad #11 can't transfer back for another year too***
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:53 PM
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:17 PM
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Once a Tiger, always a Tiger! 
Welcome back Hunter. We've been pulling for you at Northwestern and are happy to have you back in Tiger Town.
I wonder if this is the first time someone has portaled out and then later portaled back in.
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Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger.***
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:17 PM
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Nice***
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:17 PM
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Good pick up. Here primarily for depth, and will prevent us
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:17 PM
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from being in the same dire situation we were in last season. HJ is not going to lead us to a championship - that is a fact; but he has the talent and experience to step in and manage the offense if need be.
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Even if never in game, he will be like having another coach
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:29 PM
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in QB room.
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Welcome back, Hunter!
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:18 PM
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Once a Tiger, always a Tiger. Appears Dabo is welcoming the prodigal back.
Also, CBS Sportsline was reporting that HJ contacted Dabo about any available GA spot.
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Re: Welcome back, Hunter!
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:20 PM
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So wondering if that old HJ picture that has been floating around TNet from the spring game from years back had a special meaning all along.
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Voted team captain at Northwestern last year, all
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:18 PM
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we need to know to welcome him back.
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Welcome home Hunter!***
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:19 PM
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Regardless of all the possibities - it is really good to get
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:28 PM
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an older, experienced QB back on the team. I know we all have high expectations for Cade but it is very hard for a true freshman to show up and take over the starting position at QB. Having Hunter at Clemson will only make us better - both from a competition and depth perspective.
Regardless of who starts next year - having a standup, mature guy like Hunter who has been through his share of highs and lows is going to be a positive for our QB room.
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Absolutely agreed.
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:56 PM
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Kid is obviously quite smart with undergrad degree from Clemson, Masters degree from Northwestern and shooting for a second Masters from Clemson.
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Re: Absolutely agreed.
Jan 17, 2022, 3:40 PM
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Don't think he finished the Clemson undergrad because he sat out a year at NW.
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Opportunity Cost
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Jan 17, 2022, 3:06 PM
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I’m ok with the signing. QB is a tricky position to recruit and our need for next year is mostly depth related. With a top recruit coming in who will need reps and an imbedded (albeit shaky) starter already in place, we aren’t really an attractive transfer destination for any of the top names.
While someone like Bo Nix would be a better football talent and have a realistic shot at taking DJ’s starter position, then you are probably pushing DJ to the portal and potentially creating a locker room issue.
Adding HJ gives a warm body that can probably hold it down if the worst case scenario occurs, but also won’t be a cancer if stuck holding a clipboard all season. He’ll know his role and support Cade and DJ, which will be a unique trait in this marketplace.
This isn’t going to move us up any preseason rankings, but minimal downside risk. Pretty on brand for Dabo. Decent call IMO.
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Lol. We have three 5-star QBs on the roster?
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:40 PM
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That’s unbelievable. I realize the rankings aren’t relevant any more when they have multiple years of college experience to evaluate them, but an interesting fact none the less.
Huge for us and hopefully for him. A very experienced senior who isn’t just looking for PT. A rising junior who hopefully can get healthy and back to what we know he can be. A true freshman who looks amazing. That’s a lot to work with. To say nothing of Hunter Helms who I think has performed admirably as a backup.
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Re: Lol. We have three 5-star QBs on the roster?
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Jan 17, 2022, 5:04 PM
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All 3 of them received a higher grade/rating (per 247) coming out of high school than Deshaun Watson!
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Re: Lol. We have three 5-star QBs on the roster?
Jun 28, 2022, 3:53 PM
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Yep shows you what that means
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Flexibility
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:46 PM
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And another leader in locker room. Hunter may be thinking it’s time to change gears to a coaching future, or remembering the young ladies at Clemson are cute. In any event, he gives the team and coaches more options. Great move.
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Re: Flexibility
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Jan 17, 2022, 2:52 PM
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When you read that article it sounds like girlfriend coming with him or she's here and they've stayed in touch. This can be huge for DJ from a mental perspective as well as possible curbing future transfers... The grass ain't always greener. Not that these are reasons he's back, just potential positives.
Sure would be nice to get Skalski on the sidelines as a GA... If he doesn't get NFL contract.
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Re: Flexibility
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Jan 17, 2022, 3:10 PM
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I had not thought about the aspect of being able to pass on his experience of transferring. It was probably his best option considering Trevor was coming in and he could not have planned for a COVID year, but it will be good to have someone that can explain that it is not all rainbows and lollipops.
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What position is Jake V taking?
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Jan 17, 2022, 3:45 PM
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A GA or some other support staff? I was wrong on the number of GAs allowed - 4 vs 2.
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Excellent! Welcome back, Hunter!***
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
Jan 17, 2022, 2:56 PM
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Oh my god I joked about this in the thread about him entering the transfer portal ?? Too cool! Hopefully they can get him some serviceable time in. He looked good in our spring game. Tough having Klubnik coming in, but we shall see
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 3:17 PM
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He brings some depth that would certainly help. The first thing that comes to mind is potential Covid-19 problems not being as bad if the starter and the perhaps the 1st backup fails a test. Allows perhaps for better red shirting to save a QB like Cade from being thrust into the spotlight too soon. I wonder what they promised him or if it was all him? Future coaching assistant?
At this point I think the reputation of his degree is the primary interest. If you know your football career is not likely to go anywhere getting a degree from Clemson certainly won't hurt him. Plus he knows what a great place this is. Good for him...good for Clemson too. It underscores that players want to be here.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 3:19 PM
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Welcome Home Hunter!!! The QB room for the Tigers has some depth again.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
Jan 17, 2022, 3:26 PM
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Always good to have backups at every position as we learned this past season. Never let it be said Dabo does not use the Portal.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
Jan 17, 2022, 3:31 PM
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I thought about this when he entered the portal. Well… once a tiger always a tiger. Welcome home.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 3:40 PM
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Drat, I thought Trevor was coming back ">">.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Jan 17, 2022, 4:34 PM
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This is good for depth! In a situation where both DJ and Klubnik go down we need another body. Granted he’s got to fight with hunter helms. Helms isn’t a bad QB
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Think about it he gets a chance to get a 2nd master's degree for free I might add. Secondly, if he were to win in camp this off-season, playing time would be the icing on the cake!!! Lastly, hunter can still play...
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
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Great get IMO and looks like CDS is aware that there could be a QB transfer and this gives a quality experienced backup if that does occur or if a major injury to QB1 happens. Hopefully not in either case, but we’re in a lot better shape now if it does.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
Jan 17, 2022, 6:12 PM
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Talk about a blast from the past!
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
Jan 17, 2022, 6:21 PM
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Maybe the crazy “thou must use transfer portal” people will now give it a rest.
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
Jan 17, 2022, 6:25 PM
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Why does nothing shock or surprise me anymore??? Welcome back young man! Our QB room has improved exponentially in 2022!
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Re: TNET: Former Tigers QB is transferring back to Clemson
Jan 17, 2022, 6:33 PM
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Welcome back! There’s something in these hills which draws good men home.
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If he had come last year...
Jan 18, 2022, 10:32 AM
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I wonder what would have happened?
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The Best QB Depth Chart in the Country
Jan 18, 2022, 10:31 PM
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All of a sudden, Clemson has the best #3 QB in the nation (whoever that #3 QB happens to be).
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