Members of Clemson’s starting lineup had their own individual platforms on the floor of the Superdome during Sugar Bowl media day last week, and key reserves moved about the throng taking videos and poking fun at their more-celebrated teammates.
Over to the side, away from the playing surface and against a wall, chairs were set up for the other members of the team, seldom-used reserves, walk-ons, injured players, and redshirts. The setup wasn’t intentional, but it mimicked real life for many Clemson players. It says that yes, you are a part, but you’re also set apart from the mainstream.