LaNorris Sellers Set to Return to South Carolina
LaNorris Sellers, the South Carolina quarterback, is on the verge of returning to the Gamecocks for the 2026 season. Reports indicate that he has expressed his intention to coaches about resuming his role for his redshirt junior year. The details of a deal are anticipated to be finalized soon.
LaNorris Sellers: A Quarterback on the Rise
Standing at 6 feet 3 inches and weighing 245 pounds, Sellers is a prominent figure in college football. He is currently ranked third in Mel Kiper’s list of top ten quarterback prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft. Should he decide to enter the transfer portal when it opens on January 2, he could attract significant attention from various programs.
Career Highlights
As a two-year starter for South Carolina, Sellers has accumulated impressive statistics:
- 5,057 passing yards
- 33 touchdown passes
- 15 interceptions
- 995 rushing yards
- 13 rushing touchdowns
His standout season came in 2024 when he was named Freshman Offensive Player of the Year by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA). He also received third-team All-SEC honors while leading the Gamecocks to a nine-win finish and ending the season ranked No. 19 in the AP Top 25.
2025 Season Overview
The following season proved to be challenging. In 2025, the Gamecocks finished with a disappointing 4-8 record after beginning the year ranked No. 13 in the AP preseason poll. South Carolina’s scoring offense ended up ranked No. 104 nationally, and Sellers finished 13th among SEC quarterbacks in QBR with a rating of 61.5, amid struggles in conference play.
Coaching Changes at South Carolina
In light of the team’s performance, Coach Shane Beamer has reorganized his offensive staff. Recently, he appointed Kendal Briles as the offensive coordinator, along with Randy Clements as the offensive line coach and Stan Drayton, assistant head coach and running backs coach from Penn State.
The upcoming 2026 season promises to be pivotal for both LaNorris Sellers and the South Carolina Gamecocks as they look to recover from a challenging year and improve their standings in college football.
