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South Carolina Ends SEC Losing Streak With 38-19 Win

By Drooid · Oct 11, 2026, 2:20 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

South Carolina beat Florida 38-19 in Gainesville, ending an eight-game SEC losing streak.
Spencer Sellers accounted for five touchdowns, completing 23 of 35 passes for 279 yards.
Sellers threw four TD passes to different receivers and ran a 20-yard rushing TD.
South Carolina converted 10 of 16 third-downs and scored three touchdowns in the third quarter.

History

Historical Context

Since joining the SEC in 1992, South Carolina has rarely contended for division titles, capturing only the 2010 SEC East championship. In 2024, quarterback Spencer Sellers threw four touchdowns as the Gamecocks defeated Florida, securing bowl eligibility and giving coach Shane Beamer his first SEC Coach of the Year honor, hinting at a more competitive balance in the conference.

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Story summary

South Carolina beat Florida 38-19 in Gainesville, ending an eight-game SEC losing streak.
Spencer Sellers accounted for five touchdowns, completing 23 of 35 passes for 279 yards.
Sellers threw four TD passes to different receivers and ran a 20-yard rushing TD.
South Carolina converted 10 of 16 third-downs and scored three touchdowns in the third quarter.

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