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Gamecocks Surge: Sellers Earns Top Honors, South Carolina Prepares for Rival Clemson

Byline: James Seidel, CC News Network

Columbia, S.C.— South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers continues to rewrite history, earning the Walter Camp National Offensive Player of the Week for his stellar performance against Missouri. CC News Network was there covering the Missouri game live! This accolade follows his selection as the SEC Offensive Player of the Week, recognition by the Davey O’Brien Award’s Great 8, and being named one of the Manning Award’s “Stars of the Week.” Sellers’ rise has sparked a renewed energy in Columbia, as the Gamecocks climb the College Football Playoff rankings.

The 6-foot-3, 242-pound redshirt freshman dazzled in the Gamecocks’ 34-30 comeback victory over No. 24 Missouri last Saturday. Sellers threw for a career-high 353 yards and five touchdowns, adding 45 rushing yards for a total of 398 yards of offense. His game-winning drive, a 70-yard masterpiece in just 47 seconds, solidified his status as one of college football’s brightest young stars.

A Historic Season

This season has seen South Carolina defeat three nationally ranked opponents in consecutive weeks, a first in program history. The Gamecocks (7-3, 5-3 SEC) are ranked No. 18 in the College Football Playoff standings, up from No. 21 last week. With a home finale against FCS Wofford this Saturday and a high-stakes rivalry game at Clemson next week, the team is on the brink of one of its best seasons under head coach Shane Beamer.

The Gamecocks are heavy favorites against Wofford (5-6, 3-5 SoCon), entering Saturday’s matchup as 42.5-point favorites. A win would mark their eighth of the season, tying the best record of Beamer’s tenure. Fans can catch the game at 4 p.m. ET on SEC Network+ and ESPN+.

The Rivalry Awaits

Looking ahead, South Carolina faces No. 17 Clemson in the annual Palmetto Bowl. Sellers, who has already drawn comparisons to “Superman” from SEC coaches, leads a confident Gamecock squad into Death Valley with momentum on their side. Prediction? The Gamecocks triumph over Clemson by 10 points, securing a statement win and further cementing Sellers’ legacy.

Sellers’ Meteoric Rise

Sellers’ rise has been nothing short of remarkable. After starting the season as an unknown, the Florence, S.C., native has thrown for 1,803 yards, 14 touchdowns, and just five interceptions while rushing for 436 yards and four scores. “The moment is never too big for him,” Beamer said. “He makes plays, and he makes everyone around him better.”

Sellers’ supporting cast has also stepped up. Raheim “Rocket” Sanders delivered the game-winning touchdown against Missouri, breaking multiple tackles in a play that electrified the crowd. The Gamecocks’ depth at wide receiver was on display, with five players catching touchdowns in last week’s game.

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The Best Is Yet to Come

Beamer’s faith in his team has paid off, silencing critics who doubted the Gamecocks’ potential after losing key players like Spencer Rattler and Xavier Legette. “The best days of South Carolina football are right in front of us,” Beamer said. “This team is resilient, and we’ve proven we can compete with anyone.”

As the season nears its climax, South Carolina’s playoff hopes may be slim but remain alive. With Sellers under center and a team firing on all cylinders, the Gamecocks have shown they’re ready to make their mark on the college football landscape.

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