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Rookie QB Klubnik Shines in NFL Debut
15 Nov
Summary
- Rookie QB Cade Klubnik replaced an injured Geno Smith.
- Klubnik led a 10-play, 61-yard scoring drive on his first NFL possession.
- Smith was evaluated for a concussion after a hard hit in the first half.
New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith underwent a concussion evaluation after sustaining a significant hit late in the first half of the game. In Smith's absence, rookie Cade Klubnik took over under center.
Klubnik, a fourth-round pick from Clemson, immediately made an impact. On his initial NFL drive, he guided the Jets through a methodical 10-play, 61-yard sequence that culminated in a 22-yard field goal. During this successful possession, Klubnik completed two of his four passes for 39 yards and added 19 rushing yards.
Prior to leaving the game, Smith had posted 113 passing yards on 9-of-16 completions. The article does not state whether Smith cleared concussion protocol to return in the second half.
