LaNorris Sellers makes the best and worst plays in opening drive against Clemson

LaNorris Sellers has done a great job of protecting the ball during the Gamecocks 'five-game win streak with only two interceptions. Protecting the football is crucial for South Carolina today against Clemson and unfortunately for Sellers, he has already made his first mistake.

The Gamecocks got the ball first in the Palmetto Bowl and on the second play of their drive, Sellers evaded a sack numerous times rolling out of tackles and ended up running past defenders and almost beat them all, but got 38 yards down the field.

That was one of the keys that ESPN's Desmond Howard talked about when highlighting Sellers' play and why he is so important against Clemson. Sellers' athleticism rivals most quarterbacks with his big frame and ability to run the ball, and it showed on that long run.

However, just a few plays later, Sellers was under pressure yet again by the elite Clemson defensive line, but this time he wasn't able to get away. This time, Sellers wasn't able to evade the pocket and didn't tuck the football, and the Tigers were able to strip-sack the young freshman and ended up jumping on top of the ball.

The good news is that Clemson ended up punting on their drive after the fumble, but the turnover battle is going to be crucial in today's game, as both teams have elite defenses that will put a lot of pressure on both quarterbacks.

Clemson's quarterback, Cade Klubnik, has years of experience with Sellers, but with how well Sellers has been playing lately, Sellers might be the better quarterback right now. What will be interesting to see is how well Sellers will be able to shake off the turnover and move on and try to lead the team down the field, this time punching the ball into the endzone for a score.