The Story of Cade Klubnik

by Michael C. Cornell

The New York Jets traded up to select their new quarterback, Cade Klubnik, who just recently reached the pinnacle of his lifetime dream. He was No. 110 overall. He walked into the bright lights of the biggest city in the world. Resilience always wins. The phone call from New York was not just a job; it was a flash of pure light that wiped out years of doubt and shadows. And now the room erupted with joy; his family cheered. And yet, the road to this achievement was paved with trials. To get a glimpse of the real strength of this young leader, you have to go back to his senior year at Clemson. By 2025, the dream had become a nightmare as the team staggered out of the gate to a 3-5 start. Cade had to decide whether to quit or fight on, with painful leg injuries and loud critics. He chose to battle, drawing on the same determination that enabled him to guide his Texas high school to three straight state titles and to shatter records set by NFL greats. Cade's journey is a great reminder that one bad season doesn't determine your future. He has emerged from the orange confetti of college glory and the difficult testing times of injury and loss a better man. Now, as he embarks on his professional career in New Jersey, he's more than a star. He's a student of the game. How will this Texas kid handle the pressure of the "Big Apple"? Read on in this book and find the heart, the struggle, and the triumph of a true champion.