South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers put up a career-best performance through the air, throwing for 381 yards and two touchdowns, but also surrendered two interceptions in the Gamecocks’ 28–14 defeat against Clemson. After the game, he broke down several key moments and reflected on the season. Here’s a full rundown of everything Sellers discussed.
On the fourth-and-three pass that was knocked down:
Sellers kept his explanation simple.
“It just got batted down. I don’t know what else to say. It got batted down.”
On the pick-six and what he saw on the play:
He described the moment as unfortunate timing.
“I think it was just a bad luck kind of play. It was man coverage. We knew they’d have tight coverage, just one-on-one opportunities, balls like that.”
On whether he feels he regressed this season compared to 2024:
Sellers pushed back on the idea.
“No, I wouldn’t say regress. I mean, defenses get paid, too. They’re not going to let me do what I did to them in the previous year. They had a game plan for it. It’s going to be better.”
On whether he will return to South Carolina next season:
Sellers laughed off the question with no clear answer.
“(Laughs) I mean… (laughs) When the time comes to make a decision, I’ll make a decision, whatever’s best for me.”
On what will shape his upcoming decision:
With exams approaching, his focus is elsewhere for now.
“I’ve got a couple of exams next week, so I’m focused on them right now. You have December to make a decision, January. Just whatever’s best.”
On how he handled Clemson’s pressure throughout the game:
Sellers felt the offense had bright spots despite setbacks.
“I think we did pretty good. I think we had some stuff that just took us out of it, no matter if it was a penalty or a negative play, or a no-gain play. Stuff like that.”
On the responsibility quarterbacks face—especially in a challenging season:
He acknowledged the weight that comes with his role.
“Yeah, a lot, like you said. You look at the head coach, the coordinators, and then the quarterback. I knew that. (It’s) the position I chose. I knew what came with it when I chose the positions. Just handle every day.”
On Shane Beamer involving him in the offensive coordinator search:
Sellers explained that they’ve had conversations throughout the process.
“We talked after the decision with Coach Shula was made, we talked. He told me (when he was) in contact with guys, just sending me guys here and there. He said after the season is when he’s gonna really narrow down those guys and make a decision.”
On Mike Furrey stepping in as play-caller and whether he wants him to become OC:
Sellers expressed strong support for Furrey.
“I love him. He’s a great guy. I’m glad we had his time together. I’ve gotten to know him a little bit more. I talked to him a little bit when he was the wide receivers coach, but he’s obviously more in our meetings now, just picking our brains. I loved having him as an OC. He likes to take shots and give guys one-on-one opportunities. It’s not my decision to make, but whatever Beamer decides to do, I’m with it.”
On whether Beamer has sent him candidate names to evaluate:
Sellers clarified what those discussions actually look like.
“No, it’s kind of like we watch game stuff, and he’s like, I like what they’re doing on offense. Little stuff like that.”
On Beamer’s belief that South Carolina is close to being a playoff-level team:
Sellers agreed with his head coach’s assessment.
“Yes, it’s the same. We see what he sees. It’s not just coaches speak. We watch the film, and it’s kind of like, dang, we could have had this play on third down. If we got this first down, what would have happened? Or if we’re in the red zone. Just stuff like that, little things.”
On what positives he takes from the season:
He noted their resilience, even in tough losses.
“We didn’t just roll over and take it. We stood in the fight, every game, pretty much. I think we were either tied or had a lead or something in the fourth quarter. Just one or two plays in the fourth quarter that we didn’t have, but we stood and fought.”
