Reynolds Named Starter at Clemson | Columbia News

Clemson’s Dabo Swinney shocks the college football world by naming 19-year-old true freshman Tait Reynolds the starting quarterback — a move that marks the earliest debut of a true freshman QB at Clemson in 51 years. Reynolds, who stepped in for injured starter Christopher Vizzina against Georgia Southern and delivered five scoring drives, has earned the nod based on performance, not pedigree. Swinney praised Reynolds’ physical gifts, comparing him to Tim Tebow, while still acknowledging room for growth. Though Vizzina remains a key part of the roster and will see playing time later in the season, Reynolds gets the nod now — and he’ll face UNC this Saturday in his first career start. Swinney expects a big leap from Reynolds this week, confident that a full week of reps will sharpen his game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.thestate.com/sports/college/acc/clemson-university/article317236845.html#storylink=sectionheadlines More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9db992d18d4acb0b Report issues to [email protected].