Cam Ward emerged as the premier quarterback transferring into the ACC this offseason, sparking high hopes in Miami following his standout performance at Washington State.
Surpassing ACC leader Drake Maye in passing yards last season with an impressive 3,735 yards, Ward’s arrival has generated anticipation, especially with several top passers like Maye, Jack Plummer from Louisville, and Jordan Travis from FSU moving on to the professional level.
Clemson’s Cade Klubnik and Georgia Tech’s Haynes King stand as notable returning quarterbacks in the conference. Brad Crawford of 247Sports boldly predicts Ward to be the ACC Player of the Year for the 2024 college football season.
Crawford emphasizes Ward’s potential Heisman candidacy, citing Miami’s anticipated strong offensive line and talented supporting cast. Despite receiving substantial NIL offers and initially considering the NFL Draft, Ward opted for another year of college football with the Hurricanes.
With other ACC teams also featuring transfer starters and Clemson retaining Klubnik, Ward’s arrival amidst quarterback uncertainty positions him as a compelling contender for the league’s top honors.
