Caden Clay brings a dual-threat frame and upside to Charleston Southern’s QB room
Caden Clay is a redshirt freshman quarterback for Charleston Southern in the 2026 season, listed at 6-3 and 215 pounds, with a track record of production and honors from Northside High School in Alabama. He arrived with strong athletic credibility — over 3,500 passing yards, 35 passing touchdowns, plus 1,200 rushing yards and 18 rushing scores in high school — which hints at a QB who can create plays with both his arm and legs. He did not play in 2025, so the big question is development, but his size, versatility, and multi-year all-state resume make him an intriguing upside swing for a program that can be patient with a young passer.
