COLUMBIA, S.C. – With the Southeastern Conference’s recent expansion, South Carolina’s 2025 football schedule mirrors much of the 2024 slate. For quarterback LaNorris Sellers, that means he’ll step into the fall with valuable experience against nine of the teams the Gamecocks will face.
The Heisman hopeful has already built an impressive résumé, and his past performances show both promise and growth. Let’s break down how Sellers has fared against each of these opponents heading into 2025.
Vanderbilt Commodores
One of the few teams Sellers has seen twice, Vanderbilt gave him his first real taste of SEC play as a true freshman in 2023. He played a larger role in 2024, helping secure a comfortable win in Columbia.
2023
- Passing: 0/0, 0 YDS, 0 TD
- Rushing: 36 YDS, 1 TD
- Result: 47-6 victory
2024
- Passing: 14/20, 238 YDS, 2 TD
- Rushing: 38 YDS
- Turnovers: 1 fumble
- Result: 28-7 victory
Missouri Tigers
Sellers didn’t play in Columbia, Missouri in 2023, but in 2024 he delivered one of his best career games. His 5-TD performance earned him National Player of the Week recognition and fueled a comeback win.
- Passing: 21/30, 353 YDS, 5 TD
- Rushing: 45 YDS
- Turnovers: 1 interception
- Result: 34-30 victory
Kentucky Wildcats
Like Vanderbilt, Sellers has faced Kentucky twice. His first meeting came as a true freshman in 2023, when he was used sparingly in the run game. By 2024, he was leading the charge in a blowout win in Lexington.
2023
- Passing: 0/0, 0 YDS
- Rushing: 9 YDS
- Result: 17-14 victory
2024
- Passing: 10/14, 166 YDS, 2 TD
- Rushing: -11 YDS
- Turnovers: 1 interception
- Result: 31-6 victory
LSU Tigers
Against LSU in 2024, Sellers looked sharp until an ankle injury sidelined him just before halftime. South Carolina had led 24-16 at the time, and his absence shifted the game.
- Passing: 9/16, 113 YDS, 1 INT
- Rushing: 88 YDS, 2 TD
- Turnovers: 1 fumble, 1 interception
- Result: 33-36 defeat
Oklahoma Sooners
In the program’s first-ever clash with Oklahoma, the Gamecocks pounced early and never let up. Sellers played clean, mistake-free football to seal the win.
- Passing: 16/24, 175 YDS, 1 TD
- Rushing: 28 YDS
- Turnovers: 0
- Result: 35-9 victory
Alabama Crimson Tide
Sellers nearly led South Carolina to a dramatic upset in Tuscaloosa. After a rough first half, he rallied the offense, only to see his final desperation throw picked off.
- Passing: 23/31, 238 YDS, 2 TD
- Rushing: 19 YDS
- Turnovers: 2 fumbles, 1 interception
- Result: 27-25 defeat
Ole Miss Rebels
Hampered by what looked like lingering effects from his LSU ankle injury, Sellers struggled against Ole Miss in what was USC’s weakest outing of 2024.
- Passing: 20/32, 162 YDS, 0 TD
- Rushing: 55 YDS
- Turnovers: 1 fumble, 1 interception
- Result: 27-3 defeat
Texas A&M Aggies
Against the Aggies, Sellers shined. His balance of big rushing plays and steady passing earned him another National Player of the Week nod as USC toppled a top-10 opponent.
- Passing: 13/27, 244 YDS, 2 TD
- Rushing: 106 YDS, 1 TD
- Turnovers: 0
- Result: 44-20 victory
Clemson Tigers
The Palmetto Bowl turned into a showcase for Sellers’ grit. Breaking 18 tackles, he carried the Gamecocks to their only two scores of the game, securing a statement victory.
- Passing: 13/21, 164 YDS, 0 TD
- Rushing: 166 YDS, 2 TD
- Turnovers: 1 fumble, 1 interception
- Result: 17-14 victory
The Big Picture
In nine games against opponents returning to the 2025 schedule, Sellers has shown why he’s South Carolina’s first-ever coaches-selected All-SEC quarterback.
Cumulative Stats (9 Games)
- Passing: 139/215, 1,853 YDS, 14 TD
- Rushing: 534 YDS, 5 TD
- Turnovers: 6 fumbles, 6 interceptions
- Record: 6-3 (4 wins over ranked opponents)
On average, Sellers produced 265 total yards of offense per game, over two touchdowns, and a 65% completion rate—numbers that fuel his Heisman campaign as the 2025 season approaches.
