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By Pigskin Dispatch March 24, 2026 1 min read
A black-and-white archival photograph of Clemson head coach Frank Howard from the 1956 'Taps' yearbook. Howard is shown from the waist up, arms crossed, wearing a light-colored button-down shirt, a dark patterned necktie, and a classic fedora. He is gazing upward with a focused expression. A blurred crowd in the stadium bleachers provides the background, capturing a candid moment on the sidelines.

“If you can’t give 110%, then don’t put your filthy hands on my rock.” ~ Legendary Clemson Tiger’s football Coach Frank Howard, to one of his offensive players.

A black-and-white archival photograph of Clemson head coach Frank Howard from the 1956 'Taps' yearbook. Howard is shown from the waist up, arms crossed, wearing a light-colored button-down shirt, a dark patterned necktie, and a classic fedora. He is gazing upward with a focused expression. A blurred crowd in the stadium bleachers provides the background, capturing a candid moment on the sidelines.
Frank Howard (Taps 1956) via Wikimedia Commons.

Tou can read more about Coach Howard and his football accolades on the Frank Howard page.

Big thanks to some contributors on TigerNet.com who shared this quote.

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