Sellers Flashes Brilliance, Draws Mixed Reviews in Gamecocks’ Opener
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers put on a show in the Gamecocks’ 24–11 win over Virginia Tech, but his Week 1 performance has analysts both excited and cautious about his ceiling.
The redshirt sophomore finished 12-of-19 for 209 yards and a touchdown through the air while adding a rushing score. His highlight moment came on a 64-yard strike that electrified Williams-Brice Stadium, underscoring his elite arm strength and big-play ability.
Despite the flashes, scouts graded Sellers a 6 out of 10 overall, noting that while his athleticism and raw talent are undeniable, he still needs to refine his game. Evaluators pointed to moments of hesitation in the pocket, slower post-snap reads, and stretches of inconsistency as areas for improvement.
> “The tools are there — arm strength, mobility, playmaking,” one evaluator said. “But he’s got to show he can run an offense consistently for four quarters.”
The performance keeps Sellers firmly on the radar of NFL scouts, including representatives from the Pittsburgh Steelers, who were in attendance Saturday. Many still project him as a potential first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft if he sharpens his decision-making.
For now, Sellers remains the heartbeat of South Carolina’s offense — capable of game-changing brilliance, but still chasing the consistency that could elevate him from rising star to Heisman contender.
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