Sign-stealing in college football has been a hot topic, with the Michigan Wolverines currently embroiled in a scandal. However, South Carolina football fans may be interested to learn about allegations of sign-stealing involving their rival, the Clemson Tigers. Reports from former LSU coach Ed Orgeron and former SEC head coach Bobby Petrino suggest that Clemson, particularly defensive coordinator Brent Venables, has been known to steal signs.
Orgeron’s source claimed that Clemson had LSU’s signs during the 2019 national championship game, which LSU ultimately won after changing their signs. Similarly, Petrino mentioned in a recent press conference that Clemson was known to have opponents’ signals readily available on the sidelines. He advocated for the use of in-helmet communication to prevent sign-stealing in college football.
While Clemson has not been caught cheating, behind-the-scenes sources and former coaches suggest otherwise. Petrino’s timeline coaching against Clemson aligns with Venables’ time with the team, adding credibility to the allegations. South Carolina fans will face Clemson next season, as well as Venables, who is now the head coach at Oklahoma. This adds an extra layer of intrigue to the upcoming matchups.
The controversy surrounding sign-stealing in college football continues to raise questions about the integrity of the game. As investigations into the Michigan scandal unfold, other teams like Clemson may come under increased scrutiny for their alleged practices. Fans will be watching closely as these stories develop and impact the upcoming season.
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