Clemson’s kickoff weapon: Robert Gunn III brings elite touchback juice
In the 2025 season, Robert Gunn III was Clemson’s kickoff specialist in all 13 games, averaging 64.1 yards per kickoff and producing touchbacks on 57 of 71 kickoffs, which ranked 16th nationally in touchback percentage among qualified kickers. He’s a specialist built for hidden-yardage wins: strong leg, dependable kickoff placement, and proven long-term value, with 193 touchbacks on 236 kickoffs across 2022-25 and Freshman All-American honors in 2023. The caveat is accuracy on field goals, where his career mark is 1-for-5, so he fits best as a kickoff-focused roster piece, not a full-time all-around kicker.
