2021 QB Bubba Chandler Signs National Letter of Intent With Clemson
Two-sport star Bubba Chandler has officially signed with Clemson as part of its 2021 recruiting class.
The 6-foot-4, 195 pound quarterback out of North Oconee had been committed to play baseball at Georgia for almost a year, until Dabo Swinney gave him his first Power-5 football offer back in May. Two weeks later he committed to Clemson where he plans to play both football and baseball.
Louisville, Miami and Ole Miss were some of the other schools to offer after Clemson did. As a senior, Chandler threw for 2,098 yards and completed 76% of his passes with 27 touchdown passes.
Frame: Ideal Power 5 Build. Lanky, with room to put on weight.
Athleticism: Smooth on his feet, Shows some quickness and ability to avoid the rush in the pocket. Great at making throws on the run and from uncomfortable positions, founded by baseball background. Was previously a Georgia baseball commitment.
Instincts: Has a good feel for the rush, this combined with his quick release and big arm causes all kinds of issues for defenses. Patient and extremely efficient with his progressions completing over 75% of his pass attempts.
Polish: Excellent throwing motion very advanced for his age, shows he spends a lot of time off the field sharpening his skills. Throws with a lot of power, rhythm and poise.
Bottom Line: Chandler is a pro-style quarterback who moves well in the pocket. His strong arm and efficiency shows he has the skills to come into a big program and perform well right off the bat if needed.