How QB development helped Cade Klubnik, Drew Allar reach the CFP

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THE LOW POINT for Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik came after a Week 9 loss to NC State last year.

The Tigers were 4-4, assured of ending a streak of 12 straight seasons with 10 or more wins, and Klubnik was on the hook for the dynasty's demise.

At least, that's how it felt at the time.

Klubnik had been a prized recruit, but his ascendance at Clemson had come in fits and starts -- a dizzying debut in mop-up duty, a long-delayed takeover of the offense in a rollicking ACC championship game win, a bowl loss, and now this.

In another era, the roller-coaster ride would've been part of the deal. Quarterbacks rarely develop into superstars overnight. It requires, as…