Quick observation from that game last night. DJ doesn't have it mentally, he processes slow and can be confused by disguised coverage regularly. His physical tools are there and when he's on time and using proper mechanics he's good and throws a good ball. Problem with all that is their OL is not good, 78 is very slow footed and got beat a bunch by just speed and he "opened the gate" immediately at the snap a bunch. If he stays at that spot all year he's going to get the QB leveled. Clemson's OL is not good enough for them to be an elite title contender.
I think eventually it will be Cade that takes over, probably in the NC State game. I get it, people only saw one drive, thing is when you watch the specific nuance of those plays he was on time and on target on pretty much all his throws. He gives the receivers a chance to make the plays instead of the inconsistency DJ shows. He's also pretty athletic and moves well throwing on the run. Their run game while still good, lacks that take over type player like they had with Etienne, someone they can just get the ball to in space and he does his thing. Shipley is solid though.
All in all the talent is still there for Clemson, but they are very susceptible to losses this year if they can't get better QB play. Defenses are going to adjust to them and make DJ's arm have to beat them.
