Lexington, KY
Sep 7, 2024
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The South Carolina Gamecocks, playing as underdogs, delivered an emphatic 31-6 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats in their SEC opener. LaNorris Sellers threw two touchdown passes and Raheim Sanders added a crucial 21-yard rushing touchdown. South Carolina's defense was dominant, holding Kentucky to just 183 total yards and forcing two key interceptions, one of which Nick Emmanwori returned for a touchdown.
Kentucky’s offense was stifled by South Carolina’s intense defensive pressure, epitomized by their five sacks and nine tackles for loss. Penalties and missed opportunities further marred Kentucky's performance, despite a commendable effort from running back Demie Sumo-Karngbaye, who rushed for 70 yards. The Wildcats were inefficient on third downs, converting only 3 of 14 attempts, and failing to score a touchdown for the first time since 2022.
Mazeo Bennett Jr. (South Carolina Gamecocks)
Bennett Jr. hauled in a 24-yard touchdown pass from Sellers, breaking free from coverage to give the Gamecocks an early 7-0 lead. This quick strike set the tone for South Carolina’s dominant performance.
Alex Raynor (Kentucky Wildcats)
Raynor's 39-yard field goal narrowed the deficit to 10-6 just before halftime, providing a glimmer of hope for Kentucky going into the locker room.
Joshua Simon (South Carolina Gamecocks)
Simon extended the Gamecocks' lead with a 16-yard touchdown catch, capitalizing on a crucial offsides penalty by Kentucky that kept the drive alive.
Raheim Sanders (South Carolina Gamecocks)
Sanders plowed through the Kentucky defense for a 6-yard rushing touchdown, further increasing the Gamecocks' lead to 24-6, crushing the Wildcats' spirits.
Nick Emmanwori (South Carolina Gamecocks)
Emmanwori intercepted a pass and returned it 24 yards for a touchdown, sealing the victory for the Gamecocks and solidifying their defensive dominance.
LaNorris Sellers (South Carolina Gamecocks, QB)
Sellers threw for 159 yards and two touchdowns on 11 of 15 passing. His efficiency and ability to lead the offense through crucial moments, including a 32-yard scramble, marked him as a key player in South Carolina's victory.
Nick Emmanwori (South Carolina Gamecocks, DB)
Emmanwori's 24-yard pick-six early in the fourth quarter sealed the Gamecocks' victory and underscored a stellar defensive performance, as he also contributed to the team’s total of five sacks.
Demie Sumo-Karngbaye (Kentucky Wildcats, RB)
Sumo-Karngbaye rushed for 70 yards on 17 carries, providing one of the few consistent offensive gains for Kentucky in a game dominated by South Carolina’s defense.
T.J. Sanders (South Carolina Gamecocks, DT)
Sanders contributed significantly to the defensive line's havoc, recording a sack and multiple pressures that disrupted Kentucky's passing game.
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South Carolina Gamecocks
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Kentucky Wildcats
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