Every game at Clemson begins with a ritual. Players run down the hill, touch Howard’s Rock, and 80,000 fans erupt before a single snap.
Supporters say the tradition defines the program’s identity. Critics say it’s theater, not intimidation.
Does ritual create real home-field power?
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Win Rate: 10.0%
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