South Carolina football just took another hit on the recruiting trail. Four-star safety Tamarion Watkins, a top in-state prospect from South Carolina, has committed to Texas A&M, marking another tough loss for Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks in the 2025 recruiting cycle.

In this video, we break down what Watkins' decision means for South Carolina football recruiting, how the Gamecocks lost momentum with a top defensive target, and what it says about the program’s current recruiting strategy. We also dive into the growing trend of elite South Carolina prospects leaving the state and what Beamer and his staff must do to turn things around before signing day.

🔴 Topics Covered:

Tamarion Watkins commits to Texas A&M over South Carolina

Impact on Gamecocks 2025 recruiting class

In-state recruiting struggles for Shane Beamer

How NIL and SEC competition are affecting South Carolina recruiting

📌 Stay tuned for more South Carolina Gamecocks recruiting news, commitment reactions, and insider updates from the SEC football landscape.

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Is Shane Beamer quietly building a powerhouse in Columbia — or just adding pressure on South Carolina? The South Carolina Gamecocks took center stage at 2025 SEC Media Days, and Beamer made headlines with strong words about his roster, his quarterback, and where this program is heading.

Beamer showed full confidence in South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers, addressed the Gamecocks' underdog status in the SEC, and didn’t shy away from discussing the team’s biggest offseason changes. We cover everything from his mindset heading into fall camp to how South Carolina football plans to shake up the SEC this season.

You’ll also hear key insight on player development, coaching staff adjustments, and how South Carolina stacks up against the league’s elite in 2025.

👉 Watch now for the boldest moments and unfiltered analysis from Shane Beamer’s SEC Media Days appearance.

In this episode, we break down the 2025 South Carolina football season projections according to both PFF and ESPN FPI. How do the Gamecocks stack up when it comes to win totals, strength of schedule, and College Football Playoff odds? We compare key metrics side by side and analyze what each model sees in Shane Beamer’s squad heading into a pivotal 2025 season. Is South Carolina being underrated or overhyped? How much will the brutal SEC schedule impact their chances? And what needs to happen for the Gamecocks to make a legitimate push for the College Football Playoff? 🔍 Topics Covered: - PFF vs ESPN FPI 2025 projections - South Carolina’s win total predictions - Updated strength of schedule rankings - Odds to make the CFP in 2025 - Key takeaways for Gamecock fans 📈 Don’t miss this in-depth breakdown of the advanced analytics shaping the expectations for South Carolina football this fall. #SouthCarolinaFootball #PFF #ESPNFPI #CollegeFootballPlayoff #Gamecocks #2025CollegeFootball #ShaneBeamer #SECfootball #CFBPlayoff #CollegeFootballAnalysis Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @verndumbquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542