South Carolina QB LaNorris Sellers Rejects $8M NIL Transfer Offer

LaNorris Sellers, South Carolina's quarterback and 2024 SEC Freshman of the Year, has firmly committed to staying with the Gamecocks despite receiving an $8 million NIL offer over two years to transfer to another school. Sellers, who threw for 2,534 yards and 18 touchdowns while rushing for 674 yards and seven more scores last season, became one of the few freshmen in FBS history to surpass 2,500 passing yards and 500 rushing yards, putting him in elite company with Johnny Manziel and Jalen Hurts. His father, Norris Sellers, emphasized that their priority was education and football over money, stating that LaNorris was in a great situation and did not consider leaving despite numerous offers. The revelation highlights the growing challenge of tampering in college football, with multiple programs reportedly attempting to lure Sellers through lucrative NIL deals, yet he remains loyal to South Carolina. Head coach Shane Beamer expressed confidence that Sellers understands the value of his current environment both on and off the field. Entering the 2025 season as a Heisman Trophy candidate and top NFL draft prospect, Sellers is poised to continue his rise while resisting the financial temptations of transfer offers.