In 2016, Troy, a 35-point underdog, trailed No. 2 Clemson, 10-3, midway through the second quarter. Troy faced fourth-and-1 at its own 34. The safe play was to punt because a failed fourth down certainly would lead to another Clemson score.
Trojans coach Neal Brown knew “the book” suggested going for it. He did, and Troy's Jabir Frye ran a jet sweep around the right end for a 66-yard touchdown.
“The book” was correct again.
Clemson held on for a 30-24 victory, but “the book” had helped Troy nearly pull off the monumental upset.