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South Carolina evaluates roster depth in shutout victory against Kent State

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

South Carolina evaluates roster depth in shutout victory against Kent State
Summary

South Carolina defeated Kent State 57-0 in their season opener on Saturday. The contest featured extensive rotations for the Gamecocks as head coach Shane Beamer utilized a large number of players in the high-heat conditions. Quarterback LaNorris Sellers played 43 snaps to lead the offense, while multiple newcomers, including transfer running back Jabree Coleman and freshman lineman Darius Gray, saw significant playing time. The offensive line helped the team accumulate 278 rushing yards while allowing only one sack. Defensively, Illinois transfer Tomiwa Durojaiye led the line with 27 snaps as the team managed a shutout despite the absence of Dylan Stewart due to injury.

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  • •South Carolina recorded a 57-0 win over Kent State in the season opener.
  • •LaNorris Sellers completed 19 of 23 passes for 270 yards and three touchdowns.
  • •Jabree Coleman recorded 77 rushing yards and two touchdowns on four carries.
  • •Eleven different wide receivers participated in the rotation throughout the game.
  • •The Gamecocks totaled 278 rushing yards and allowed one sack on the day.
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  • 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — South Carolina football snap counts reveal Week 1 depth
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South Carolina football snap counts from the Gamecocks’ 57-0 win over Kent State show which newcomers and veterans led the Week 1 rotation.

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