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South Carolina Gamecocks secure top transfer, Jacarrius Peak, to bolster offensive line; Peak, a redshirt junior from Valdosta High School, replaces Josiah Thompson and provides crucial protection for quarterback LaNorris Sellers as the team aims to return to playoff contention.

South Carolina Gamecocks football faced a challenging 2025 season, with a struggling offensive line ranking near the bottom in sacks and rushing yards. The departure of seven scholarship linemen in the transfer portal left the unit bare, necessitating a full rebuild. However, the return of key players like quarterback LaNorris Sellers, top receiver Nyck Harbor, and experienced linemen Shed Sarratt and Nolan Hay, along with new talent from the transfer portal, offers a fighting chance for a bounce-back season in 2026.

South Carolina Gamecocks bolster roster with Upton Bellenfant, a transfer kicker from Texas Tech, known for his accurate kicking. Bellenfant replaces William Joyce, who struggled with scoring range. With returning stars like LaNorris Sellers and Nyck Harbor, the team has high playoff potential. The Gamecocks have also acquired talent across various positions, including another kicker, Peyton Argent, for depth.

Jacarrius Peak, a top offensive lineman from NC State, has committed to South Carolina, bolstering their line after a challenging 2025 season. Peak, a four-star recruit, earned high grades and made six starts as a redshirt freshman. With just one year of eligibility left, he joins a Gamecocks team seeking stability on offense, led by quarterback LaNorris Sellers and wide receiver Nyck Harbor. Peaks arrival should significantly improve the line, which struggled with 44+ sacks last season.

Exciting news for South Carolina football fans! Former Kentucky cornerback Quaysheed Scott, a native of South Carolina, has committed to the Gamecocks. Scott, a four-star prospect, nearly flipped to South Carolina in high school and is now set to bolster the teams secondary. His arrival should significantly enhance the defense for the upcoming season.

LSU Boosts Edge Rush Rotation with Transfer Jaylen Brown: The Tigers secure a promising defender from South Carolina, adding depth to their edge rush rotation.