When Clemson offensive coordinator Rich Rodriguez thinks about the right quarterback to run his offense, he can\'t help but compare him to a point guard. The ideal QB for Rodriguez\'s offense is someone who can distribute the ball, step back and hit the 3-point shot, but most importantly, is someone who\'s on the ball. Rodriguez, the second-year offensive coordinator for the Tigers, is known throughout college football for his \"On the Ball\" offense, a no-huddle, two-minute drill-type system that has been his trademark since serving as head coach of Glenville State in the 1990s. As the coach of the Division II Pioneers from 1990-96, Rodriguez knew he wouldn\'t be blessed with the type of quick, strong and athletic Division I-A players he now has to work with at Clemson. So the former West Virginia defensive back decided the best way to win games was to try and take defenses by
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