Jets QB Cade Klubnik says all the right things after strong minicamp

The New York Jets held their rookie minicamp this past weekend. Despite having three first-round picks in attendance, it was arguably mid-round quarterback Cade Klubnik who drew the most attention . Klubnik especially impressed reporters during his media availability.

Once viewed as a potential first-round pick, Klubnik endured a difficult senior season at Clemson in 2025 that seriously derailed his pre-draft value. Nonetheless, the Jets identified him as the late-round quarterback worth taking a chance on . Fighting through adversity has Klubnik prepared to compete in this market.

"In my mind, I'm a winner," Klubnik told reporters. "I don't mean that in a boastful way. I think that's the mentality you need to have as a quarterback.

I think my resume has shown that as well, but this past year, we didn't win as much. We started the year 3-5 at Clemson. That's a really tough place to be.