South Carolina fans are hoping quarterback LaNorris Sellers stays in Columbia for the rest of his college career, but with the current state of college football, there’s a chance he could leave for the NFL early, potentially leaving the Gamecocks without their starting QB.
Given Sellers’ strong play, he could benefit from another year in college, and with the right steps, he might become NFL-ready after next season. If that happens, South Carolina would find themselves in need of a new starting quarterback once again.
However, things are looking more promising for the Gamecocks as head coach Shane Beamer has secured a top young quarterback from the transfer portal—former Ohio State recruit and Class of 2024 four-star quarterback Air Noland. While Noland isn’t expected to start next season, he could still be a valuable addition to the team.
But questions remain: How will Noland perform in games? He didn’t see any action at Ohio State due to the crowded quarterback room, which led him to transfer. Instead of competing for a starting role at OSU, Noland chose to find a new opportunity.
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Another question is the future of Cutter Woods, South Carolina’s three-star quarterback recruit for the 2025 class. With Robby Ashford transferring out, Woods seemed like a likely backup to Sellers. However, this plan carries risks since Woods lacks the college experience Noland brings with him.
Though Noland hasn’t played in a college game yet, his year of experience with Ohio State gives him an edge over Woods, who’s still a year away from seeing the field. Beamer may have other plans for Woods, but for now, it looks like Noland could be the one to eventually succeed Sellers.
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