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There are some misconceptions about the silent count here by JBrock18

1. It certainly does not eliminate the possibility of false starts. Offensive players are just as likely to try to get a jump as defensive players. They will anticipate also. Additionally many times a lineman cannot see the ball well. He may move early based on a flinch or pre snap movement by a defender.

2. Depending on the type of silent count used there are some other issues. Some teams use the guard to look back at the QB to ascertain if hes ready for the snap. This is usually after the center and other OL have made their own reads and calls. The guard will then tap the center and a pre arranged time will elapse before the snap. This requires all players to count at the same pace. Obviously once in a while something throws this off and someone moves early.

3. Book clapping or lifting a leg is often another way to signal hes ready for the ball. Sometimes however when he did it frantically I suspect its him basically saying snap the damn ball the play clock is about to expire.

The bottom line is playing in an atmosphere like that presents issues for the away team. Changing plays at the line further complicates things even if its a simple check with me to one side or another. You certainly have to practice for it, but you have to expect a couple of penalties when trying to use the silent count in a hostile atmosphere. 5 or 6 is too many obviously. I suppose Kmet having a couple could be a result of him just coming back, I dont know.

Most if not all teams were going to have issues with noise in that atmosphere Saturday night including the Clemson's of the world.