Claim: The 1973 Clemson Tigers football team, under head coach Red Parker, won against The Citadel on September 8 with a score of 14–12; while they lost against Georgia on September 22 with a score of 14–31.
Evidence: In its first season under head coach Red Parker, the team compiled a 5–6 record (4–2 against conference opponents), finished third in the ACC, and was outscored by a total of 263 to 231. The Citadel* September 8 W 14–12 at Georgia* September 22 L 14–31