South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers once again found himself answering difficult questions after the Gamecocks’ heartbreaking loss to Texas A&M. Despite jumping out to a dominant 30-3 lead, South Carolina collapsed late, allowing the Aggies to storm back for a 31-30 victory.
The disappointment across the program was obvious. Even with multiple midseason coaching changes, the team has been unable to stop the slide.
Naturally, the conversation shifted toward Sellers’ future — especially with the transfer portal window quickly approaching. Reporters asked the sophomore quarterback directly how he views the coming decision.
“Just finishing the season and when the times come we’ll make those decisions,” Sellers said. “It’s just going to be there. Everybody has decisions to make but I mean I plan on being here because I’m here right now. So…”
Sellers has remained the clear leader of the Gamecocks’ offense throughout the year, but the breakout season many expected hasn’t fully developed. Several preseason evaluations had him listed as a potential Heisman candidate, yet the production hasn’t matched those early projections.
His completion percentage has dipped by roughly four points from last season, and his touchdown-to-interception ratio has taken a noticeable step back. Through this year’s campaign, Sellers has totaled 1,536 passing yards and seven touchdowns, along with five interceptions. He’s also contributed 158 rushing yards and three touchdowns on the ground.
However, South Carolina’s overall performance has been the bigger issue. The team has now dropped five straight games and seven of its last eight in SEC play. A win over Kentucky provided a brief spark, but it wasn’t enough to change the season’s trajectory.
This follows a much stronger 2024 season, when Sellers threw for 2,534 yards and 18 touchdowns against seven picks, while also rushing for 674 yards and seven scores.
Regardless of the team’s struggles, Sellers’ talent ensures he will be one of the most in-demand quarterbacks if he entertains the idea of entering the portal. If he stays, South Carolina will likely build its future around him. If he leaves, he will instantly become a top target for programs across the country.
Either way, all eyes will be on his decision as the offseason approaches.
