The South Carolina Gamecocks have produced a number of big-time NFL players, such as receiver Sterling Sharpe, defensive end John Abraham, cornerback Stephon Gilmore and several others.Â
When the 2026 NFL Draft begins on Thursday evening in Pittsburgh, several big-name former Gamecocks will be hoping their names will be called. Among some of the biggest names in South Carolina's draft class includes cornerback Brandon Cisse, safety Jalon Kilgore, defensive lineman Nick Barrett and running back Rahsul Faison.Â
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Although the Gamecocks aren't expected to have a player selected until the second round, anything can happen during the NFL Draft. Round 1 will start at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, with Rounds 2-3 set for Friday. The last four rounds will begin Saturday at Noon ET.
Garnet & Cocky is tracking each and every South Carolina player drafted in this year's draft. Follow along for all the action from Thursday-Saturday.Â
South Carolina players drafted in 2026 NFL Draft
We will update this section as soon as the first Gamecock player gets drafted. Â
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