South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers is officially approaching one of the biggest decisions of his career. His options: remain at South Carolina, take his chances in the Transfer Portal, or bypass college football entirely and enter the NFL Draft. Once projected as a top-10 pick following his breakout in 2024, Sellers stayed with the Gamecocks for the 2025 season—despite reportedly receiving transfer offers upward of $8 million. But after an up-and-down year marked by offensive struggles and growing skepticism about whether the scheme supports his skill set, a new question looms: Is Sellers poised to become the most significant quarterback in the 2026 portal class?
Why a Transfer Could Be Coming
Sellers’ second full season as USC’s starter failed to match the promise of the year before. He finished with 2,437 total yards, 13 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, but the context tells the real story. Behind a battered offensive line, he was sacked 42 times. The Gamecocks’ offense ranked near the bottom of the SEC and lacked rhythm and creativity under former offensive coordinator Mike Shula, who was fired after the season.
Given the circumstances, it’s easy to see why outside programs—and even the NFL—might still view Sellers as a high-upside talent. Draft analysts like Todd McShay have openly speculated that Sellers could be a headline name in the 2026 portal class. Even fans are weighing in. As one Reddit commenter put it: “I’m tired of people saying we’ve wasted him or ruined him… I think he will transfer, and I believe he should.”
The fact that Sellers once rejected an $8 million NIL offer elsewhere only adds fuel to the idea that more opportunities will emerge.
Why He Could Choose to Stay
At the same time, Sellers has consistently spoken about his loyalty to South Carolina and the bonds he’s built in Columbia. With a brand-new offensive staff on the way, a return could give him the clean slate—and the improved system—he needs to restore his draft trajectory.
Remaining at USC also avoids the unknowns that come with transferring: adjusting to new teammates, learning a new scheme, and rebuilding trust. Stability matters, and Sellers has made it clear that he values commitment.
For now, Sellers has not announced any decision regarding the Transfer Portal or the NFL Draft.
The Bottom Line: A True 50/50 Decision
Given the disappointing 2025 season, the persistent issues on offense, and continued interest from outside programs, a transfer is absolutely on the table. But Sellers’ past loyalty, his investment in the program, and the promise of a revamped coaching staff all point toward reasons he may decide to stay put.
If he were seeking advice, the smart play would be this: explore your options carefully, but don’t move unless a new environment promises real development, protection, and a system built around your strengths.
The stakes are high, and whatever Sellers chooses will shape both his future—and South Carolina’s—for years to come.
