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South Carolina Gamecocks 2026 football season

Overview

The South Carolina Gamecocks began their 2026 season with a 57-0 victory against Kent State. Quarterback LaNorris Sellers threw for 270 yards and three touchdowns, while the defense held Kent State to 179 total yards.

Following two undefeated weeks, South Carolina is preparing for its SEC opener against Mississippi State. Both teams enter the matchup with 2-0 records. The game is expected to feature a duel between Sellers, who has accumulated nearly 500 yards and four touchdowns so far, and Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor, who has recorded nearly 600 passing yards and seven touchdowns this season.

While several South Carolina players are managing minor injuries, head coach Shane Beamer indicated they are expected to play, though the status of defensive player Dylan Stewart remains uncertain.

Entities

South Carolina Gamecocks · LaNorris Sellers · Mississippi State Bulldogs · Kent State Golden Flashes · Kamario Taylor

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Mississippi State and South Carolina face off in SEC football

    Mississippi State and South Carolina, both holding 2-0 records, face off in an SEC football matchup featuring star quarterbacks Kamario Taylor and LaNorris Sellers.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    South Carolina and Mississippi State prepare for SEC opener

    Undefeated South Carolina and Mississippi State prepare for an SEC opener featuring a marquee matchup between quarterbacks LaNorris Sellers and Kamario Taylor.

  3. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    South Carolina defeats Kent State 57-0 in season opener

    South Carolina defeated Kent State 57-0 in their 2026 season opener, led by quarterback LaNorris Sellers' three touchdown passes and a dominant defensive performance.

Sources

al.com · deadspin.com · oregonlive.com · saturdaydownsouth.com · si.com

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