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South Carolina completed its first preseason scrimmage on Saturday night at Williams-Brice Stadium. JC Shurburtt breaks down what he is hearing.

South Carolina went into the backyard of a big brand for the third time during the 2026 recruiting cycle and swiped one as four-star running back Amari Thomas (Blountstown, Fla.) committed to the Gamecocks after backing out of a longstanding commitment to Florida State a couple of weeks ago. JC Shurburtt breaks it all down.

TGIF! Which one of the handful of players left from South Carolina's 2021 and 2022 classes will make the biggest impact this season? Also, we re-visit Nyck Harbor again and discuss size on the offensive line. It's another VHS Dates as the lovely Lorraine may want to touch your hair. As always, a big time in the Nana's Porch Chat Box as Matt Anderson, the Late Night Gamecock, is in for the entire s...

It's a decision Friday for South Carolina football recruiting as four-star running back Amari Thomas makes his decision. Hale McGranahan of TheBigSpur.com pops in to give the rundown and also his observations fresh off the Carolina practice field. Raphael Esparza of Docs Sports live from Vegas with the latest on the numbers. In one week, Chief Sports launches its first South Carolina High School s...

In spite of how complex college football may look (on the field) these days, most of the time outcomes in games remain simple- the team that runs the ball and can stop the run usually wins. How will South Carolina be in this category this season? There are reasons for optimism and reasons for concern. Also, Amari Thomas will decide today and more recruiting notes.

JC and Mad Dog open things up with some discussion on the wide receivers as they continue to create buzz heading into the season. Alex Jones from TheBigSpur.com is in for Gamecocks Smorgasbord, and he the clowns cover all the latest from the practice field and player availability.

Preston Thorne joins JB in the first hour to get into the latest regarding expectations for certain players and position groups. Rob Williams from SEC Sunday Night joins to talk some schedules and interesting storylines in the SEC and Carolina. Pat DiMarco drops by for Talkin' Ball to close The Show with his thoughts on this year's team after getting some exposure from attending Saturday's practic...

There are some serious battles developing in the South Carolina secondary during preseason camp, some may surprise you. Also, the Amari Thomas decision and why JC does not make record predictions, especially when it comes to the Gamecocks.

Offensive line talk....at the end. How many sacks will Bryan Thomas Jr. have this year for the Gamecocks. VHS Dates asks if you can get drunk at a Sizzler....can you? Did you know that South Carolina used to be the Jaguars? Did you know that Oklahoma was the Rough Riders? High school football is right around the corner in South Carolina... we chat about it.

Off of his usually spot on Monday, John Whittle of TheBigSpur.com is in to discuss All Things. Also, Rob Williams of SEC Sunday Night joins Jamie Bradford for football talk.

What about the South Carolina running back room other than in-limbo Rahsul Faison? What's the word? JC Shurburtt breaks it all down and says who the favorite is to be the starter if there is no justice in the world and Faison is not eligible. Also, some notes from camp.

On Terrible Tuesday we look at two terrible takes including one AP voter and one scribe that was tasked with calling teams "overrated" and "underrated"- BTW, are you comfortable with the Gamecocks being ranked in the preseason for the first time since 2014? VHS Dates features Lindsay and her "friend" Barbara. Some notes from player media availability. Some thoughts on expectations and other footba...

Mike Morgan and Jamie Bradford continue the preseason football talk. John Strickland, a former Gamecock captain, is in for Talkin' Ball Tuesday.

South Carolina's 2024 recruiting class has already made an impact on the program, but it is as a whole poised to make an even bigger one this season. Though small in size, there are difference makers littered throughout the group, which will be in its second season at Carolina in 2025. Also, JC Shurburtt talks about safety. Could it be a concern? Can you really replace Nick Emmanwori?

Mad Dog Monday Musings. Would you bring Florida, Tennessee and Georgia back on the Gamecocks schedule this season if you could? You'd have to trade Ole Miss, Oklahoma and Bama. VHS Dates has some interesting thoughts on socks. The coaches poll and several media "expert" polls are out. The coaches ranked Carolina No. 13. We discuss that and defensive personnel. Also, JC cannot figure out the logic...

South Carolina head football coach Shane Beamer joins Jamie Bradford and Mike Morgan on The Morning Show for an in-depth preseason discussion. Also, lots of additional preseason football chatter.

Preseason camp has started at South Carolina. The fact the Gamecocks lost a lot of talent off of last season's 9-4 team has been talked to death. Let's talk about what Carolina actually has returning. There are plenty of freaky players on the roster.

The Late Night Gamecock Matt Anderson sits in with Mad Dog and JC to celebrate the first day of preseason practice for Gamecock football and discuss the Rahsul Faison situation yet again. Among today's topics- what are the most intriguing position battles? Our VHS Dates spotlight features a lady that makes dove noises. Memory lane: That time Quincy Carter threw five interceptions (it's been 25 yea...

Does Raphael Esparza of Doc Sports, who joins us live from Las Vegas, have any ideas about Gamecock football this season? He does and shares them with JB along with other tips on playing the numbers. Rob Williams of SEC Sunday Night is in for Round 2

It's the first day of preseason camp for South Carolina football and JC Shurburtt goes position-by-position on both sides of the ball (avoiding special teams for the moment as that can be a whole episode) and gives the latest on the Gamecocks personnel and position battles to watch as Carolina preps for the most anticipated season the program has had in more than a decade.

On this Thirsty Thursday, we start out with a discussion about how Hardees could have been successful other than breakfast had they just stuck to it and how Shane Beamer and the South Carolina football program are not making the same mistake. Alex Jones of TheBigSpur.com and the Late Night Gamecock Show is in with Gamecock Smorgasbord where we squash the 2014 comparisons once and for all. What col...

It's our annual conversation with University of South Carolina associate athletics director for facilities management Clark Cox. Also, Hale McGranahan of TheBigSpur.com stops in for a chat with JB.

It's only been four years (going on five), but Shane Beamer has an outsized share of big wins so far during his tenure as the South Carolina head football coach. Also, hats off to Darren Uscher for being mentioned among the nation's best.

Wide open Wednesday means our friends- many and most of them- jump into the Nana's Porch Chat Box for a free for all. The poll of the day is about the portal players. There is a VHS Dates from someone named Amanda. We talk about working out. We talk about the foolish Anthony Richardson and LaNorris Sellers comparisons. We answer questions about ball and other stuff.

Lipsey's Locker is back. University of South Carolina Associate Athletics Director for apparel Kyle Lipsey joins Jamie Bradford for one of his informative and entertaining segments. Rob Williams from SEC Sunday Night is in- lots of Gamecock talk and other conference storylines.