By james art 
We had the opportunity to catch up with five-star EDGE prospect and Auburn, Jared Smith from Thompson High School in Alabaster, AL. Smith has been a longtime priority for South Carolina and was once a strong candidate for their roster. Last weekend, he witnessed Auburn’s disappointing loss to No. 25 Vanderbilt, dropping them to 3-6 overall and 1-5 in SEC play, leaving them among the bottom three teams in the league.
After visiting South Carolina earlier this year, Smith was eager to share his thoughts following the Gamecocks’ impressive win over No. 10 Texas A&M. “Man, I was excited to see the fans rush the field and watch the players play their asses off!” he exclaimed, capturing the thrill of the moment.
Smith also confirmed an upcoming visit, saying he will be in Columbia to watch the Gamecocks play against No. 22 Missouri. This game is crucial for South Carolina as they look to build on their recent success. With Smith’s commitment status still up in the air, this visit could be a key opportunity for the Gamecocks to make a strong impression and potentially flip the talented EDGE.
We also caught up with 2026 four-star WR Ryan Mosley, who attended the game against A&M. Mosley praised the Gamecocks’ performance, saying: “I was at the game. They pulled away – the defense played light and the offense was explosive. He added: “The win was great. I can see the team coming together and I can see where the program is going. I see myself as a rooster.’
Smith’s upcoming visit and Moseley’s rave reviews underscore the growing excitement surrounding South Carolina’s on-field resurgence. As the Gamecocks continue to gain momentum, they are well positioned to attract top talent and further elevate their program.
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