{
  "id": 11741426,
  "title": "South Carolina Considering Major QB Shakeup Amid LaNorris Sellers’ Struggles",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/south-carolina-considering-major-qb-shakeup-amid-lanorris-sellers",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T18:00:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/ncaa/south-carolina-considering-major-qb-shakeup-amid-lanorris-sellers-struggles-12520777"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "South Carolina's quarterback situation is in flux after a disastrous 2025 campaign marred by LaNorris Sellers' subpar performance. Through four games, Sellers has struggled with a low completion percentage, meager yardage, and overzealous interceptions. The Gamecocks, already reeling from consecutive losses to SEC foes Mississippi State and Alabama, are under immense pressure to rectify their woes. According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, the team has already begun contingency planning, with backup Cutter Woods receiving additional first-team reps in an effort to oust Sellers if his play does not improve. While Sellers remains the starter, Beamer has made competition a focal point, urging the young quarterback to elevate his performance. This year, Sellers' stock has plummeted from his freshman breakout season, where he earned multiple accolades and guided the team to a 9-4 finish, including a six-game winning streak that showcased his dual-threat capabilities. However, Sellers' regression has raised doubts about whether he can reestablish himself at an All-SEC level. With the Wildcats' game serving as a pivotal test, Sellers' fate could determine not only South Carolina's future but also his own prospects in the NFL draft. At 6-foot-3 and 240 pounds, Sellers possesses the physical attributes that NFL teams covet, yet one season alone may not suffice to justify the investment.",
  "summary": "South Carolina is reportedly preparing for a possible change at quarterback as LaNorris Sellers struggles.",
  "key_points": [
    "South Carolina's QB situation is in flux due to LaNorris Sellers' struggles.",
    "Sellers has had a subpar 2025 performance with low completion percentage and interceptions.",
    "Backup Cutter Woods receiving more reps to replace Sellers if needed."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}