[cardcrimson]

Not only that, but it's the clock that the coaches and players see and the basis upon which actions are based.  Other sports have the same issue between "referee clock" and "game clock," and it's a constant source of tension.  A hidden referee clock is subject to no oversight or public scrutiny and thus able to be manipulated.

Manipulated by whom? Not like there's nationwide betting on college football . . . .

[cardcrimson]

Not only that, but it's the clock that the coaches and players see and the basis upon which actions are based.  Other sports have the same issue between "referee clock" and "game clock," and it's a constant source of tension.  A hidden referee clock is subject to no oversight or public scrutiny and thus able to be manipulated.

Manipulated by whom? Not like there's nationwide betting on college football . . . .