Clemson’s QB Injury Raises Big Questions For The Team
Nov 14, 2026; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers quarterback Tait Reynolds (2) helped off the field with possible injury during the first quarter against Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Memorial Stadium.
Key points
- The loss was compounded by an early injury to true freshman starting quarterback Tait Reynolds, who left the game on the opening drive and did not return.
- Trainers helped him off the field; he was evaluated in the sideline injury tent before walking to the locker room with a noticeable limp.
- Dabo Swinney is expected to address the injury in the coming days.
Clemson (6-4, 4-3 ACC) now faces questions at quarterback heading into the final two regular-season games.
Mandatory Credit: Ashley Tumlin-Imagn Images Clemson’s Senior Day at Memorial Stadium turned into a frustrating afternoon as the Tigers fell 20-6 to Georgia Tech on Saturday.
Additional details
- Clemson’s only points came on a pair of Nolan Hauser field goals.
- Fifth-year senior Trent Pearman took the first series in relief and was later replaced by Christopher Vizzina, who has been dealing with a lingering ankle issue.
- Grady Adamson scored on a 3-yard run in the first quarter, and Justice Haynes broke free for a 53-yard touchdown run in the third.
- He had shown dual-threat ability throughout the year, entering the game with 1,446 passing yards and 310 rushing yards.
- Reynolds later returned to the sideline in uniform wearing a brace on his left knee, but without his helmet.
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