South Carolina Gamecocks’ Injury Update Ahead of Bye Week
South Carolina football fans will have to wait another week to see their team in action, as the Gamecocks have a bye week following their recent win over Akron. The break couldn’t have come at a better time for head coach Shane Beamer’s squad, as several key players are recovering from injuries.
During his Sunday night teleconference, Beamer provided updates on the health of several prominent Gamecocks, including quarterback LaNorris Sellers and running back Rocket Sanders. Sellers, who rolled his ankle against LSU, was held out of the game against Akron. Despite missing the action, Beamer shared some positive news, stating that Sellers has been walking without a boot and even participated in weightlifting sessions last week. However, he stopped short of confirming whether Sellers will be ready for their next game on October 5th, when they host the top-10 Ole Miss Rebels.
Rocket Sanders, who played sparingly against Akron before leaving the field in a boot due to an ankle injury, is considered “the most questionable” according to Beamer. His status for the Ole Miss game remains uncertain.
Other injured players include linebacker Bangally Kamara and wide receiver Jared Brown, both of whom missed the Akron game. Beamer also mentioned tight end Michael Smith and offensive lineman Tree Babalade are “a little banged up” but are expected to recover in time for the next game. Defensive tackle Monkell Goodwine, who was injured against Akron, is also being monitored.
Beamer remains optimistic about his team’s overall health, noting that the bye week will allow his players extra time to heal. While some individuals are expected to remain out for the long term, Beamer is hopeful that many of the Gamecocks dealing with short-term injuries will be ready to return for the critical matchup against Ole Miss.
South Carolina fans will eagerly await further updates as the team prepares for what promises to be a pivotal game in their season.
