Clemson’s new starting quarterback, DJ Uiagalelei, will always draw comparisons to his predecessor, Trevor Lawrence.
Lawrence, the No. 1 overall pick in this year’s NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars, showed greatness during his three years as a Tiger from 2018-20. And in a much smaller sample size, Uiagalelei also flashed greatness while filling in for Lawrence as a true freshman last season and showed he has the chance to be the next special Clemson QB.
“I think just one, his timing showed up. I think also his command of the offense,” ACC Network analyst EJ Manuel said of Uiagalelei on Wednesday during the network’s coverage of the ACC Football Kickoff in Charlotte.