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South Carolina Running Back Named Among Players With Most to Prove in 2025 Season

South Carolina Gamecocks running back Isaiah Augustave has been listed as one of college football's players with the most to prove in 2025. The South Carolina Gamecocks are heading into the 2025 season with some of the highest expectations in program history.

Jadeveon Clowney News / NIL on SI / July 28

College football legend Jadeveon Clowney tutors $1.8 million star pass rusher with No. 1 overall pick potential

Former South Carolina star and No. 1 overall NFL Draft pick Jadeveon Clowney appears to be passing down his pass-rushing knowledge to one of the top players in college football.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 28

What Will Be the South Carolina Gamecocks' Most Important Game of the 2025 Season?

What will be the South Carolina Gamecocks' most important game of the 2025 college football season? The South Carolina Gamecocks are gearing up for what could be the biggest season in program history as they look to reach their first-ever College Football Playoff at a chance for a national title.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 28

South Carolina Commit Tries to Help Land the Nation's Best Interior Offensive Lineman

Darius Gray, the nation's number one interior offensive lineman in the 2026 class, has a decision to make on Aug 22 regarding his collegiate future. One current South Carolina commit is doing his part to help land Gray in Columbia.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 27

Former College Football Head Coach Joining South Carolina Gamecocks Staff

Former Georgia Tech head coach Geoff Collins has joined South Carolina's coaching staff. The South Carolina Gamecocks are on the verge of kicking off their 2025 college football season, but they aren't done making additions to the coaching staff.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 26

South Carolina Lands Three Star CB Kosci Barnes

South Carolina remains hot on the recruiting trail and land three-star defensive back Kosci Barnes, who announced his pledge to the Gamecocks. Barnes story is a bit different from others because his recruiting started late, and he continued to rise in the ranks this past spring and summer after a productive junior season.

Dawn Staley News / Athlon Sports / July 26

Dawn Staley Makes Strong Ashlyn Watkins Statement

After playing three seasons under head coach Dawn Staley, South Carolina Gamecocks forward Ashlyn Watkins will not be playing for the SEC powerhouse during the upcoming season.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 26

South Carolina Gamecocks Target Darius Gray Announces Commitment Date

One of the nation's top remaining uncommitted prospects, OL, Darius Gray has announced a commitment date. The Gamecocks target will come off the board August 22nd.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 26

Gamecocks Football Positional Breakdowns: Linebackers

We wrap up our series previewing the South Carolina roster with the linebackers. The Gamecocks will have to replace a lot of starts, game experience, and leadership at the position in 2025.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 25

South Carolina Star Makes Major Announcement on Status for 2025-26 Season

South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball star Ashlyn Watkins went down with a concerning knee injury a few minutes into her team's January 5 game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 24

South Carolina Wide Receiver Jordon Gidron Shows Off Offseason Training

South Carolina is getting closer to the start of fall camp and freshman receiver Jordon Gidron appears ready for the challenge. Gidron is a part of a loaded wide receiver class South Carolina brought in out of the high school ranks.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 24

South Carolina Gamecocks Head Into 2025 Season as Betting Underdog vs Clemson

The South Carolina Gamecocks head into the 2025 college football season as a betting underdog vs Clemson. The 2025 college football season is a little over a month out but it's never too early to start taking a look at some of the upcoming opponents.

College Football News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 24

South Carolina Gamecocks Considerable Betting Favorite in Week One vs Virginia Tech

The South Carolina Gamecocks are a considerable betting favorite in week one vs Virginia Tech. While there is still a little over a month left before the first week of college football kicks off, it's never too early to start taking a peek at each team's week one matchup.

LaNorris Sellers News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 24

2025 Heisman Odds - South Carolina QB, LaNorris Sellers With Great Odds

The South Carolina Gamecocks are entering the 2025 season with perhaps the best quarterback in the SEC in the form of LaNorris Sellers. Here’s the latest on his Heisman odds. The Gamecocks were in Atlanta a week ago for SEC Media Days with head coach Shane Beamer bringing QB, LaNorris Sellers alongside him.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 23

ESPN Names Game on South Carolina's Schedule That Makes or Breaks the Season

ESPN has named a game on South Carolina's schedule that could determine if the season is a success or a dud. The 2025 college football season is slowly approaching and the expectations are high in Columbia, South Carolina this year.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / July 22

South Carolina is 'Legitimate Playoff Contender,' ESPN Football Analyst Predicts

The South Carolina Gamecocks are poised to have a tremendous season that includes, at the very least, reaching the College Football Playoffs, an ESPN football analyst is predicting.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 22

Greg McElroy Breaks Down Biggest Concerns for South Carolina Gamecocks' 2025 Season

College football analyst Greg Mcelroy reveals what he thinks the biggest concern for the South Carolina Gamecocks is ahead of their 2025 season. The South Carolina Gamecocks are heading into the 2025 college football season with arguably more hype than ever before as the team looks to reach its first College Football playoff in program history.

LaNorris Sellers News / Athlon Sports / July 21

LaNorris Sellers Reveals Why He Turned Down $8 Million Offer

The Gamecocks' starting quarterback LaNorris Sellers recently revealed why he turned down an $8 million offer to leave South Carolina. Sellers talked more about his mindset in an interview on The Triple Option with Urban Meyer and Mark Ingram.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 21

South Carolina Gamecocks Football Program Valued at Over $500 Million

The South Carolina Gamecocks' football program has been valued at $500 million. Money has become more and more of a hot topic over the years in college football, and how could it not?

Shane Beamer News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 21

South Carolina's Shane Beamer Putting His Words Into Action on Recruiting Trail

South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer has put his words from SEC Media Days into action on the recruiting trail. The South Carolina Gamecocks had a big weekend on the recruiting trail as they picked up a commitment from 2026 quarterback Landon Duckworth, perhaps the biggest name to be added to the class.

LaNorris Sellers News / Mike Farrell Sports / July 20

Face of the SEC: LaNorris Sellers

When the lights come on in the SEC, one name will be on every defensive coordinator’s scouting report: LaNorris Sellers. The South Carolina quarterback is more than just the heart of the Gamecocks, he’s the engine that drives the offense.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / Pro Football Rumors / July 19

Bengals agree to rookie deal with second-round LB

The Bengals have reached an agreement with second-round pick Demetrius Knight on a four-year rookie contract, according to FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz. The deal comes on the day that the team’s rookies are due to report to Cincinnati for training camp.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / July 18

South Carolina Lands QB Of The Future Landon Duckworth

It’s been a roller coaster, but the Gamecocks have their quarterback of the future. After being committed to South Carolina for nearly a year, four-star QB Landon Duckworth chose to reopened his commitment last June and explore his options.