Wake Forest QB Sam Hartman medically cleared, could return in Week 2

Wake Forest quarterback Sam Hartman is eligible to return to the lineup this weekend against Vanderbilt, the program announced on Tuesday.

The program also clarified what he’s been dealing with. Hartman was diagnosed with Paget-Schroetter syndrome and had surgery to address a blood clot issue.

However, Hartman has now been medically cleared.

Wake Forest QB Sam Hartman has been cleared to return to action, per a release from the school.

Hartman had surgery to address a blood clot resulting from Paget-Schroetter syndrom. An ultrasound showed no further clotting and normal blood flow.

He could play Sat at Vandy.

— 💫🅰️♈️🆔 (@ADavidHaleJoint) September 6, 2022

That’s big news for the Demon Deacons, who are hoping to contend for the ACC title this season.

Hartman missed just one game with this ailment. Mitch Griffis filled in admirably last week against VMI, throwing for 288 yards and 3 touchdowns in a 44-10 victory.

Here’s a statement from Hartman and head coach Dave Clawson:

Statement from Hartman, who won’t be meeting with the media today. pic.twitter.com/sFWwo0qHKX

— Les Johns (@Les_Johns) September 6, 2022

Wake Forest opened as an 8-point favorite over Vanderbilt in Nashville on Saturday. However, that spread could increase quickly with news of Hartman’s status becoming public.

Last season, Hartman led Wake Forest to its second 10+ win season in program history. The Demon Deacons reached the ACC Championship Game, but fell to Pittsburgh.

Kickoff is at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday.