Gamecocks have three "South Carolina Heisman" finalists
On Friday evening, the University of South Carolina announced that three Gamecock football players were named finalists for the Blanchard-Rogers Trophy. Senior EDGE Kyle Kennard, junior safety Nick Emmanwori, and freshman quarterback LaNorris Sellers all made the cut. Kennard and Emmanwori are potential All-Americans this season, while Sellers could make the Freshman All-American squad.
Former Gamecocks Mario Anderson and Jordan Burch (both from the state) also are finalists for the Blanchard-Rogers Trophy. Last year, USC alum and in-state product Xavier Legette brought home the honor.
The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame gives out this “South Carolina Heisman” each season to the top college football player with ties to the Palmetto State. Both players who are from the Palmetto State or play their college ball in South Carolina are eligible. The award is named for George Rogers (who played at South Carolina) and Felix “Doc” Blanchard (who is from South Carolina but played at Army). Both men won the Heisman Trophy.
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From the South Carolina Athletics press release:
Three University of South Carolina football players are among the nine outstanding finalists for the 2024 Blanchard-Rogers Trophy, presented by Ellison Kibler Merrill Lynch and announced by the South Carolina Football Hall of Fame (SCFHOF).
Widely regarded as “South Carolina’s Heisman,” this prestigious award recognizes the most exceptional college football player with ties to the Palmetto State.
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The winner will be honored during the 12th Annual Enshrinement Ceremony on April 17, 2025, at the Hotel Hartness in Greenville, S.C..
The 2024 Blanchard-Rogers Trophy celebrates excellence both on and off the field, honoring players who were born, raised, or played high school or college football in South Carolina.
The University of South Carolina Finalists:
Nick Emmanwori
2024 Stats: 83 total tackles, 3.0 TFL, 4 interceptions, 2 defensive TDs.
Kyle Kennard
2024 Stats: 28 total tackles, 15.5 TFL, 11.5 sacks, 3 FF, 2 FR.
LaNorris Sellers
2024 Stats: 64.9 completion pct., 2,274 passing yards, 17 passing TDs, 655 rushing yards, 7 rushing TDs, 152.9 efficiency rating.
This year’s finalists embody the rich football heritage of South Carolina, continuing the legacy of the award’s namesakes, Felix “Doc” Blanchard and George Rogers, both Heisman Trophy winners.
