Back to the South Carolina Gamecocks Newsfeed

South Carolina Football: Freshmen Most Likely to Earn Starting Roles

Players for the South Carolina Gamecock rush onto the field. (Photo by Mary Ann Chastain/ Getty Images)

The South Carolina football program finished with the 17th ranked recruiting class when signing day wrapped up in February. Which players will make an instant impact in 2020?

Last year, the Gamecocks started true freshman in some key spots, including quarterback Ryan Hilinski, who started the final 11 games following a season-ending injury to senior Jake Bentley. Hilinski took his lumps, but also showed poise in games against Alabama and Georgia. He’ll certainly benefit from the experience as he looks to hold onto the starting job heading into ’20.