Steelers 2026 NFL Draft scouting report: QB Cade Klubnik
As the Pittsburgh Steelers prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, here is a scouting report for quarterback Cade Klubnik of Clemson.
The 2026 NFL Draft is less than one month away, and the Pittsburgh Steelers still don't have a definitive answer as to who will be under center this upcoming season. If the quarterback position isn't addressed during the first three rounds of the draft, Clemson Tigers quarterback Cade Klubnik would be an excellent Day 3 pickup . Here's a look at Klubnik's scouting report, containing information on his bio, strengths, concerns, stats, and highlights.
Cade Klubnik, QB, Clemson Height: 6 feet 2 inches Weight: 207 pounds 40-yard dash: 4. 57 seconds (Clemson Pro Day) Projection: Fourth round Strengths Quick, compact release Throws a great deep ball Exceptional pocket awareness Solid straight-line speed Good rhythm and anticipation when timing his throws Concerns Struggles to dissect coverages with subpar vision Issues with processing speed when moving on from his pre-snap read Can over-rely on his legs versus his arm talent when in the pocket Stats 2023 : 2,844 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, 9 interceptions, 63. 9% completion, 126.
3 passer rating 2024 : 3,639 passing yards, 36 touchdowns, 6 interceptions, 63. 4% completion, 148. 2 passer rating 2025 : 2,943 passing yards, 16 touchdowns, 6 interceptions, 65.
6% completion, 139. 0 passer rating Highlights Cade Klubnik is QB1 for the 2026 NFL Draft š šø Wicked arm talent; modulates velocity with precision to make touch throws šø Threatens defenses as a dynamic runner šø Maintains accuracy off-platform šø Needs to keep improving decision making in 2025 pic. twitter.