LaNorris Sellers Snubbed at No. 6? Here’s Why South Carolina’s QB Deserves More Respect
When Bud Elliott released his list of the Top 10 Returning Quarterbacks in college football for the 2025 season, South Carolina’s LaNorris Sellers came in at No. 6. But for Gamecock Nation, that wasn’t just a surprise—it felt like a massive snub.
Yes, the list featured talented names, but there’s a growing case that Sellers should be much higher. Here’s why:
1. His Skillset Is Unreal
Let’s get this straight—LaNorris Sellers isn’t your average dual-threat quarterback. At 6’3”, 243 pounds, he’s built like a linebacker, has the speed of a running back, and can launch a missile with a flick of the wrist.
“He’s a problem for opposing defenses. Just ask Clemson,” fans will tell you.
Compared to others on the list like DJ Lagway and Cade Klubnik, Sellers brings the full package: size, power, speed, and arm strength. He’s not just physically gifted—he’s elite.
2. He Carried a Rebuilding Offense
Unlike many of the QBs ranked above him, Sellers didn’t walk into a loaded roster. But that didn’t stop him from delivering when it counted most.
Last season, he racked up over 2,500 yards, 18 touchdowns, and only seven interceptions—all while leading a team still finding its identity on offense.
That’s not just impressive. That’s franchise QB material.
3. Intangible Leadership That Sets Him Apart
Head coach Shane Beamer saw it early: Sellers is a leader. Long before he took his first collegiate snap, coaches and teammates gravitated toward his confidence and poise.
“He’s got that face-of-the-franchise vibe,” insiders say. His calm under pressure and ability to lift the locker room isn’t something you can track on a stat sheet—but it’s exactly what makes great quarterbacks special.
4. The Best Is Yet to Come
Last year was just the beginning. Now, with more experience, better weapons, and an improved offensive line, the sky’s the limit for Sellers heading into 2025.
If his development continues on this arc, expect to see highlight-reel performances and eye-popping stats that will force the experts to re-rank him where he truly belongs—at the top.
5. He’s Built for the SEC Gauntlet
Let’s not ignore it—SEC bias exists, and South Carolina doesn’t always get the same shine as the powerhouse programs. But Sellers outperformed some of those highly-ranked QBs last season.
Some of the guys ahead of him have been padding their stats on cupcake schedules. “Sellers ain’t playing flag football,” one fan joked. He’s out here grinding through the SEC’s toughest defenses every week.
The Verdict
LaNorris Sellers isn’t just another name on a top-10 list—he’s a breakout star in the making, a quarterback with NFL tools, a championship mindset, and the grit to lead his team through the toughest conference in college football.
By the end of 2025, don’t be shocked when No. 6 is wearing the crown at No. 1—with the rest of the country finally catching up to what Gamecock fans already know:
LaNorris Sellers isn’t just returning—he’s coming for everything.
