“LaNorris Sellers…that boy strong”: NFL Combine Prospects Praise South Carolina Quarterback

All eyes are on LaNorris Sellers this offseason, as the rising redshirt sophomore quarterback for South Carolina has made a name for himself on almost every preseason list and in offseason predictions. Although Sellers wasn’t physically present at last week’s NFL Combine, his name still came up during interviews, as his peers showered him with praise.

CBS Sports’ Ryan Wilson spoke with a group of anticipated early-round draft picks, and when asked about the toughest quarterbacks they faced, Shemar Stewart, the standout pass rusher for Texas A&M, was quick to name Sellers. Stewart, who felt the full force of one of Sellers’ best performances in 2024, said, “LaNorris Sellers…Man, he is prime-time Cam (Newton)!” He continued, “That boy strong, I ain’t going to lie to you. I don’t know what they’re feeding him over there.”

Later, Nic Scourton, another Texas A&M teammate, gave a more humorous response when discussing Sellers. “He’s talented. I really dislike that guy. Nothing against him as a person—I’ve heard he’s a really good person—but I really dislike him.” Scourton explained his “dislike” by mentioning how difficult it is for defenders to bring Sellers down, adding that Sellers causes problems for defenders on the field.

Wilson then turned to someone who doesn’t have to tackle Sellers—Nick Emmanwori, another South Carolina star and potential first-round draft pick. Emmanwori reaffirmed his November claim that Sellers is the best quarterback in the nation, adding even more praise: “LaNorris…he’s a dude, man. When I first seen him play in high school, I immediately thought he was like Cam Newton. I ain’t never seen nothing like it…you can’t tackle him. As he grows and develops, he’s going to become LaHeisman. That’s what I call him.”

While Stewart, Scourton, and Emmanwori are all expected to be early picks in this year’s NFL Draft, Sellers is still ineligible, though he could declare for the draft after the 2025 season if he chooses. He still has up to three more years of eligibility remaining, making him a highly sought-after prospect down the road.

For now, Sellers and the Gamecocks have 176 days to prepare for their next challenge. In the 2025 season opener, South Carolina will face the Virginia Tech Hokies in the Aflac Kickoff Game in Atlanta. With their eyes set on the College Football Playoff, if the Gamecocks do make that leap, it will be, in large part, thanks to LaNorris Sellers.