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South Carolina Football: Spring is over; Which Gamecocks had the best spring?

By Kevin Miller

South Carolina football's Spencer Rattler and Xavier Legette were two of the eleven Gamecocks selected as preseason All-SEC players by Athlon. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports
South Carolina football's Spencer Rattler and Xavier Legette were two of the eleven Gamecocks selected as preseason All-SEC players by Athlon. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports /
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South Carolina football’s DQ Smith took an interception back for a touchdown against Notre Dame in the Gator Bowl last season. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-USA TODAY Sports /

South Carolina Football’s Most Impressive 2023 Spring Performers:
Defensive Backs DQ Smith and Nick Emmanwori

DQ Smith and Nick Emmanwori were the most impressive young safety duo in the country last season as both first-year players made at least one Freshman All-American team. The duo has been the topic of position change rumors this offseason (Smith to nickel, Emmanwori to linebacker), but, as of now, neither player seems to be going anywhere.

Both young men have gotten even better this offseason. Smith was chosen as one of the recipients of the Jim Carlen Special Teams award and has continued to progress to become a more well-rounded defensive back. Emmanwori has reportedly also improved in pass coverage, probably his only weakness shown during his freshman season.

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