LaNorris Sellers answered the biggest question of South Carolina’s offseason

It is official! LaNorris Sellers is coming back to the South Carolina Gamecocks for the 2026 season, confirmed by his post on social media Monday afternoon. Sellers' decision is one that reshapes the program’s offseason and potentially the quarterback landscape across the SEC and beyond. His announcement aligns with multiple national reports Saturday, including ESPN’s Pete Thamel on X (formerly Twitter), who cited sources saying Sellers is nearing a deal to return for his redshirt junior year and has indicated to the staff that he’ll be back, with both sides expected to finalize the agreement soon.

Run It Back: LaNorris Sellers Will Return to South Carolina in 2026

Sellers himself posted a video announcement on social media confirming his decision to return, a move that brings clarity to one of the most talked-about quarterback dramas this offseason. While the specifics of his revenue-sharing agreement with the program have not been released, the signal from the field is clear: he will return to Columbia next fall.

A Stabilizing Win for the Gamecocks

For head coach Shane Beamer and an offense that struggled through a 4–8 campaign this season, keeping Sellers is a major victory. After entering the 2025 season with top-10 NFL Draft projections, a challenging year, and ongoing offensive line issues changed the trajectory of his future, making a return for 2026 is a smart next step.

Sellers’ announcement gives the Gamecock staff, his teammates, and even recruits a human moment that underscores his commitment to the program. His presence brings continuity to a quarterback position that matters more in the SEC than just about anywhere else. It also gives Beamer’s coaching staff a centerpiece to build around as they install new offensive coordinator Kendal Briles and reset for 2026.