Yes, it's ok to be excited about Sellers

[18IsTheMan]

No, that doesn't have to mean you believe he's going to win the Heisman this year, or any silly hyperbole like that. I've run into so many USC fans who react negatively anytime you say something positive about Sellers. Usually, their response includes scoffing at his showing vs Furman.

I know we've been burned in the QB department lately and are mostly conditioned to disappointment. Before Rattler brought some stability, we had a good run of disappointment going. Nobody we'd brought in since Thompson had really panned out at all. We started a walk-on for a while. Then we had McIlwain, who looked like a totally different player here than he did on his high school tape...in a bad way. That led to a few seasons of Bentley, who was always just ok, but never quite lived up to the hype that surrounded him coming out of high school...he seemed about as good at the end as he was at the beginning. Hilinksi didn't pan out (though I think he was a victim of circumstance in some ways and would have fared much better on a better team). We then had the dreadful Collin Hill abomination...one of the darkest times for us at QB. 2021 was a patchwork QB operation which saw us start a grad assistant and 4 different QBs total. Along the way we brought in two local QBs who came in with much local hype, but never found footing as QBs and ended up playing other positions.

All that to say, the QB position has been mostly a letdown for us until Rattler arrived, and he was cursed by lack of support pretty much anywhere else on offense (or defense for that matter). But I'm feeling good about Sellers. He appears to have the physical tools and already has an NFL build at 6'3", 235 lbs. From the limited action we've seen, he's flashed the ability to make throws and also be tough to tackle as a runner. Sure, he could wilt when he goes up against the likes of Bama or LSU etc, but I'm not going to assume it's going to happen.

To some of our fans, to be excited about him means you have to think he's going to win 3 Heisman trophies. But it IS ok to be excited about one of our young players. I promise. It's ok.

 

[will110]

No, that doesn't have to mean you believe he's going to win the Heisman this year, or any silly hyperbole like that. I've run into so many USC fans who react negatively anytime you say something positive about Sellers. Usually, their response includes scoffing at his showing vs Furman.

I know we've been burned in the QB department lately and are mostly conditioned to disappointment. Before Rattler brought some stability, we had a good run of disappointment going. Nobody we'd brought in since Thompson had really panned out at all. We started a walk-on for a while. Then we had McIlwain, who looked like a totally different player here than he did on his high school tape...in a bad way. That led to a few seasons of Bentley, who was always just ok, but never quite lived up to the hype that surrounded him coming out of high school...he seemed about as good at the end as he was at the beginning. Hilinksi didn't pan out (though I think he was a victim of circumstance in some ways and would have fared much better on a better team). We then had the dreadful Collin Hill abomination...one of the darkest times for us at QB. 2021 was a patchwork QB operation which saw us start a grad assistant and 4 different QBs total. Along the way we brought in two local QBs who came in with much local hype, but never found footing as QBs and ended up playing other positions.

All that to say, the QB position has been mostly a letdown for us until Rattler arrived, and he was cursed by lack of support pretty much anywhere else on offense (or defense for that matter). But I'm feeling good about Sellers. He appears to have the physical tools and already has an NFL build at 6'3", 235 lbs. From the limited action we've seen, he's flashed the ability to make throws and also be tough to tackle as a runner. Sure, he could wilt when he goes up against the likes of Bama or LSU etc, but I'm not going to assume it's going to happen.

To some of our fans, to be excited about him means you have to think he's going to win 3 Heisman trophies. But it IS ok to be excited about one of our young players. I promise. It's ok.

Don't forget about Connor "4 star" Mitch!

I'm excited about Sellers for sure. He's flashed potential, but to this point that's all it is. I've tried to be reasonable with my expectations. This kid is young, with basically no experience. He's going to make mistakes. He's definitely not going to be perfect. But hopefully the potential turns into reality and he becomes a special player for us.

 

[18IsTheMan]

Don't forget about Connor "4 star" Mitch!

I'm excited about Sellers for sure. He's flashed potential, but to this point that's all it is. I've tried to be reasonable with my expectations. This kid is young, with basically no experience. He's going to make mistakes. He's definitely not going to be perfect. But hopefully the potential turns into reality and he becomes a special player for us.

I'm probably more bullish than most. My friend was on the staff when Lanorris was in middle school and he texted me way back then that they had a QB who would be playing D1 someday, so I've been keeping tabs on him for a while.

I just think he looks like a good QB.

 

[Big JC]

You forgot the Heisman lock Doty who was going to lead us to Atlanta.

 

[will110]

I'm probably more bullish than most. My friend was on the staff when Lanorris was in middle school and he texted me way back then that they had a QB who would be playing D1 someday, so I've been keeping tabs on him for a while.

I just think he looks like a good QB.

I really hope so!

 

[18IsTheMan]

You forgot the Heisman lock Doty who was going to lead us to Atlanta.

Nobody ever thought he was nearly that good.

 

[Big JC]

Nobody ever thought he was nearly that good.

Heck, FGF was full of people who were sure he was the long awaited savior at qb. I've become very jaded over the years when it comes to the next great player at any position. I have learned to wait until I see them actually produce results on the field in real games against real competition.

 

[GCJerryUSC]

I've become cynical about these QB hype posts. Have been disappointed a lot of the time. Spurrier seemed to get a lot out of his QBs for the most part. Too bad he lost interest and was just collecting a check at the end. Same with Holtz.
I'm just glad we aren't on the ACC Titanic. Hope Shane can surprise again this season. He is dedicated and hard working and may just be another Joe Morrison.

 

[18IsTheMan]

I've become cynical about these QB hype posts. Have been disappointed a lot of the time. Spurrier seemed to get a lot out of his QBs for the most part. Too bad he lost interest and was just collecting a check at the end. Same with Holtz.
I'm just glad we aren't on the ACC Titanic. Hope Shane can surprise again this season. He is dedicated and hard working and may just be another Joe Morrison.

You obviously didn't read the OP b/c this is anything but a hype post. Not even remotely close.

 

[18IsTheMan]

Heck, FGF was full of people who were sure he was the long awaited savior at qb. I've become very jaded over the years when it comes to the next great player at any position. I have learned to wait until I see them actually produce results on the field in real games against real competition.

Seems to me he wasn't on campus long before we started hearing rumblings that his future might be at WR.

 

[Lurker123]

I have learned to wait until I see them actually produce results on the field in real games against real competition.

This. Speculation is fun, but when it comes down to it? Show me.

 

[18IsTheMan]

lol, we really are beat down as a fan base. I guess I get it.

If you've watched any football, though, Sellers has the "look". It's not a guarantee, of course, but he's the first QB we've recruited in a very long time that looks the part. For that reason alone, I'm optimistic.

 

[DeBoer31]

He's the most physically talented QB I have seen come to Carolina in the forty or so years that I can remember watching QBs play. He has big time ability and unbelievable upside. Rarely do I think we have can't miss guys....but I think he's one of them. He reminds me of a Harold Green (rb) or Sterling Sharpe when they came through....Just has every tool imaginable and the intangibles as well....IMO he's that good a prospect.
I just hope for no major injuries.

 

[18IsTheMan]

He's the most physically talented QB I have seen come to Carolina in the forty or so years that I can remember watching QBs play. He has big time ability and unbelievable upside. Rarely do I think we have can't miss guys....but I think he's one of them. He reminds me of a Harold Green (rb) or Sterling Sharpe when they came through....Just has every tool imaginable and the intangibles as well....IMO he's that good a prospect.
I just hope for no major injuries.

Yes, for those who have been watching, we haven't had a QB with Sellers' physical abilities in quite a very long time. He already has a prototypical QB build at 6'3", 240. May need to drop a bit of weight, but that's no biggie.

I guess we've just had so many QB flops in the last decade...basically every QB we've recruited aside from Bentley has been total bust...I can understand why folks are skittish. But none of those had Sellers physical abilities and skill set.

For sure, nobody's counting chickens (pun) before they hatch, but it's not hard at all to see his potential.

I'm embracing it. If I'm right, it'll make it that much more enjoyable to say "I told you so". If I'm wrong, well, that's just business as usual for us.

 

[kidrobinski]

I said this last year and I’ll repeat. There’s been 4 guys, three I played against in high school, one I saw, who were obvious different animals; Freddie Solomon, Alexander English, Jim Rice, and Demetris Summers. Sellers is the 5th.

 

[Maccmaine12]

I know ppl dislike when we overhype a player but I think Sellers earned some of the hype. How many QBs did we land go undefeated in high school their last two seasons? That’s 6’3 and 240? That can actually run and can actual throw as good as him? I’m 100% with you on this

 

[18IsTheMan]

I know ppl dislike when we overhype a player but I think Sellers earned some of the hype. How many QBs did we land go undefeated in high school their last two seasons? That’s 6’3 and 240? That can actually run and can actual throw as good as him? I’m 100% with you on this

I'm trying to be careful not to hype him b/c we have many hyped players here not pan out. However, it's easy to look at him and see there's something different about him, as @kidrobinski notes, and be excited about.

Contrary to what some of our fans think, it IS ok as fans to be excited about a player.

I'm not sure how you could be a fan and not be excited.

 

[KingWard]

Any excitement over any aspect of our football program should be entered into advisedly.

 

[Prestonyte]

I know ppl dislike when we overhype a player but I think Sellers earned some of the hype. How many QBs did we land go undefeated in high school their last two seasons? That’s 6’3 and 240? That can actually run and can actual throw as good as him? I’m 100% with you on this

He definitely has the physical tools to be the real deal. If he gets the mental part down of reading SEC defenses and avoiding unforced errors AND he is surrounded by complimentary talent, it is not unrealistic to expect big things.

 

[18IsTheMan]

Any excitement over any aspect of our football program should be entered into advisedly.

I get it.

For me, though, we’ve had so little to be excited about in the last 10 years, I’m embracing Sellers’ potential.

 

[KingWard]

I get it.

For me, though, we’ve had so little to be excited about in the last 10 years, I’m embracing Sellers’ potential.

Realization alone will pique my interest, and only if accompanied by improvement in our record.

 

[Gamecock Vet]

No, that doesn't have to mean you believe he's going to win the Heisman this year, or any silly hyperbole like that. I've run into so many USC fans who react negatively anytime you say something positive about Sellers. Usually, their response includes scoffing at his showing vs Furman.

I know we've been burned in the QB department lately and are mostly conditioned to disappointment. Before Rattler brought some stability, we had a good run of disappointment going. Nobody we'd brought in since Thompson had really panned out at all. We started a walk-on for a while. Then we had McIlwain, who looked like a totally different player here than he did on his high school tape...in a bad way. That led to a few seasons of Bentley, who was always just ok, but never quite lived up to the hype that surrounded him coming out of high school...he seemed about as good at the end as he was at the beginning. Hilinksi didn't pan out (though I think he was a victim of circumstance in some ways and would have fared much better on a better team). We then had the dreadful Collin Hill abomination...one of the darkest times for us at QB. 2021 was a patchwork QB operation which saw us start a grad assistant and 4 different QBs total. Along the way we brought in two local QBs who came in with much local hype, but never found footing as QBs and ended up playing other positions.

All that to say, the QB position has been mostly a letdown for us until Rattler arrived, and he was cursed by lack of support pretty much anywhere else on offense (or defense for that matter). But I'm feeling good about Sellers. He appears to have the physical tools and already has an NFL build at 6'3", 235 lbs. From the limited action we've seen, he's flashed the ability to make throws and also be tough to tackle as a runner. Sure, he could wilt when he goes up against the likes of Bama or LSU etc, but I'm not going to assume it's going to happen.

To some of our fans, to be excited about him means you have to think he's going to win 3 Heisman trophies. But it IS ok to be excited about one of our young players. I promise. It's ok.

I am excited about Sellers!! He is a beast as far as his size for a 19 year old man. He completes every pass he throws and oh what fun we will have watching him tuck and run it!! I think he will be the best quarterback short of Connor Shaw at USC!!

 

[KingWard]

I am excited about Sellers!! He is a beast as far as his size for a 19 year old man. He completes every pass he throws and oh what fun we will have watching him tuck and run it!! I think he will be the best quarterback short of Connor Shaw at USC!!

He needs to be better than that.

 

[ScWildthing61]

No, that doesn't have to mean you believe he's going to win the Heisman this year, or any silly hyperbole like that. I've run into so many USC fans who react negatively anytime you say something positive about Sellers. Usually, their response includes scoffing at his showing vs Furman.

I know we've been burned in the QB department lately and are mostly conditioned to disappointment. Before Rattler brought some stability, we had a good run of disappointment going. Nobody we'd brought in since Thompson had really panned out at all. We started a walk-on for a while. Then we had McIlwain, who looked like a totally different player here than he did on his high school tape...in a bad way. That led to a few seasons of Bentley, who was always just ok, but never quite lived up to the hype that surrounded him coming out of high school...he seemed about as good at the end as he was at the beginning. Hilinksi didn't pan out (though I think he was a victim of circumstance in some ways and would have fared much better on a better team). We then had the dreadful Collin Hill abomination...one of the darkest times for us at QB. 2021 was a patchwork QB operation which saw us start a grad assistant and 4 different QBs total. Along the way we brought in two local QBs who came in with much local hype, but never found footing as QBs and ended up playing other positions.

All that to say, the QB position has been mostly a letdown for us until Rattler arrived, and he was cursed by lack of support pretty much anywhere else on offense (or defense for that matter). But I'm feeling good about Sellers. He appears to have the physical tools and already has an NFL build at 6'3", 235 lbs. From the limited action we've seen, he's flashed the ability to make throws and also be tough to tackle as a runner. Sure, he could wilt when he goes up against the likes of Bama or LSU etc, but I'm not going to assume it's going to happen.

To some of our fans, to be excited about him means you have to think he's going to win 3 Heisman trophies. But it IS ok to be excited about one of our young players. I promise. It's ok.

You could count on one hand the number of seasons we've had high level QB play since Taneyhill took his last snap(and even he was inconsistent during his 4 years).

 

[ScWildthing61]

I said this last year and I’ll repeat. There’s been 4 guys, three I played against in high school, one I saw, who were obvious different animals; Freddie Solomon, Alexander English, Jim Rice, and Demetris Summers. Sellers is the 5th.

My position coach in high school was the DC for Ft. Dorchester back in 2000 when Summers single handedly sent them home from the playoffs

 

[18IsTheMan]

Yes, we had a limited glimpse at Sellers against an FCS opponent, but this pass is a top shelf pass, no matter who you're playing. He easily tosses it 55 yards and drops it on a dime over the receiver's shoulder. It is objectively an extremely good pass. Yes, one pass. But an indication that he's got a good arm on him.

 

[Prestonyte]

Yes, we had a limited glimpse at Sellers against an FCS opponent, but this pass is a top shelf pass, no matter who you're playing. He easily tosses it 55 yards and drops it on a dime over the receiver's shoulder. It is objectively an extremely good pass. Yes, one pass. But an indication that he's got a good arm on him.

Very well thrown and done with ease.
Unlike most of Rattler's throws, he had no pass rush in his face. Although, he has shown the ability to throw on the run with accuracy.
If the OL can provide that kind of protection, he'll be dynamite.
Would hate to see him running for his life very down.

 

[18IsTheMan]

Very well thrown and done with ease.
Unlike most of Rattler's throws, he had no pass rush in his face. Although, he has shown the ability to throw on the run with accuracy.
If the OL can provide that kind of protection, he'll be dynamite.
Would hate to see him running for his life very down.

Yep, doing with it some SEC defenders bearing down on him will be a different test, but he at least has the arm talent. His back shoulder throw to Nyck later in the game was another sign of his ability to put the ball where he needs to put it.

Spencer had a suck OL, for sure. He was not by any stretch a dual threat, but he had the pocket awareness and mobility in the pocket to deal with typical amounts of pressure, and he certainly bailed our OL out a ton last year and escaped many would-be sacks. But Sellers is a true dual threat, so maybe that will keep opposing DL a little more honest, knowing if they over-pursue, he could burn them with the run.

Much to yet be determined, but he's at least shown he can throw the ball.

 

[Gamecock Jacque]

I hope he becomes our Cam Newton.

 

[18IsTheMan]

I hope he becomes our Cam Newton.

Very comparable build at least.

 

[stormtrooper2001]

No, that doesn't have to mean you believe he's going to win the Heisman this year, or any silly hyperbole like that. I've run into so many USC fans who react negatively anytime you say something positive about Sellers. Usually, their response includes scoffing at his showing vs Furman.

I know we've been burned in the QB department lately and are mostly conditioned to disappointment. Before Rattler brought some stability, we had a good run of disappointment going. Nobody we'd brought in since Thompson had really panned out at all. We started a walk-on for a while. Then we had McIlwain, who looked like a totally different player here than he did on his high school tape...in a bad way. That led to a few seasons of Bentley, who was always just ok, but never quite lived up to the hype that surrounded him coming out of high school...he seemed about as good at the end as he was at the beginning. Hilinksi didn't pan out (though I think he was a victim of circumstance in some ways and would have fared much better on a better team). We then had the dreadful Collin Hill abomination...one of the darkest times for us at QB. 2021 was a patchwork QB operation which saw us start a grad assistant and 4 different QBs total. Along the way we brought in two local QBs who came in with much local hype, but never found footing as QBs and ended up playing other positions.

All that to say, the QB position has been mostly a letdown for us until Rattler arrived, and he was cursed by lack of support pretty much anywhere else on offense (or defense for that matter). But I'm feeling good about Sellers. He appears to have the physical tools and already has an NFL build at 6'3", 235 lbs. From the limited action we've seen, he's flashed the ability to make throws and also be tough to tackle as a runner. Sure, he could wilt when he goes up against the likes of Bama or LSU etc, but I'm not going to assume it's going to happen.

To some of our fans, to be excited about him means you have to think he's going to win 3 Heisman trophies. But it IS ok to be excited about one of our young players. I promise. It's ok.

It's also ok to say Show Me Consistently against Big Time Opponents

 

[18IsTheMan]

Well, this thread aged like a fine wine! I'll admit, my faith in Sellers wavered early in the season when he was a turnover machine and kept taking horrible sacks. He just looked overwhelmed for the most part. But he ditched the specs and the rest is history. He's been dynamite for us this year. I would say he's been all we could have hoped for, and then some at times. I don't recall when we've seen a player develop like this in a season from Game 1 to Game 12.

 

[Lurker123]

Well, this thread aged like a fine wine! I'll admit, my faith in Sellers wavered early in the season when he was a turnover machine and kept taking horrible sacks. He just looked overwhelmed for the most part. But he ditched the specs and the rest is history. He's been dynamite for us this year. I would say he's been all we could have hoped for, and then some at times. I don't recall when we've seen a player develop like this in a season from Game 1 to Game 12.

It was the glasses.

 

[18IsTheMan]

It was the glasses.

Admittedly, I was disappointed the rec spec era was so short-lived. Thought it would have been cool distinguishing factor. He was like a different QB, though, when he switched to contacts.

 

[PrestonyteParrot]

He is now distinguished by his ability to shed pass rushers who seem to fall off his body when they come into contact with ''the man of steel''. No arm tackle seems to be effective, have to wrap him up.

 

[18IsTheMan]

He is now distinguished by his ability to shed pass rushers who seem to fall off his body when they come into contact with ''the man of steel''. No arm tackle seems to be effective, have to wrap him up.

I'd say it'd be nice if he didn't have to do this so much, but he seems to thrive on it.