South Carolina football practices ahead of season opener against Kent State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 4:04 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
South Carolina football conducted its second preseason practice on August 8 at the Long Family Football Operations Center. Key observations included starting quarterback LaNorris Sellers building rapport with wide receivers and the ongoing competition for the starting kicking role. Jacarrius Peak was absent again, while Dylan Stewart attended but did not participate. Texas transfer running back Christian Clark showed promise during drills. The Gamecocks' season opener against Kent State is on September 5.
- •South Carolina practices held on August 8.
- •LaNorris Sellers connects well with receivers.
- •Jacarrius Peak absent again; Dylan Stewart present but inactive.
- •Christian Clark excels in drills; RB race ongoing.
- •Season opener scheduled for September 5 against Kent State.
- 4:04 PMYahoo Sports — What we saw at South Carolina football practice from LaNorris Sellers to potential RB1
"Here are some observations from South Carolina football's second preseason practice on Aug. 8.
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