During halftime of Saturday’s football game between Clemson and The Citadel, the head referee approached Bulldogs coach Maurice Drayton and made him an offer. Clemson was leading The Citadel 35-0 at Memorial Stadium,

The Citadel’s $475,000 is in line with what Clemson’s paid to other in-state FCS programs for making the trip to Death Valley. Greenville-based Furman got $415,000 for a 2022 visit, and Charleston Southern was paid $400,000 for a game last year, The State previously reported.

Clemson football entered halftime against The Citadel with a dominant 35-0 lead, but the first half revealed both strengths and struggles. The offense, operating behind a patchwork line, was unstoppable,

Clemson dominated The Citadel to earn its ninth win. Still, the Tigers' run defense had a poor showing ahead of the South Carolina game.