An Early Glance At Vanderbilt
As the South Carolina Gamecocks gear up for their next gridiron clash, they face a familiar Southeastern Conference (SEC) foe, the Vanderbilt Commodores. Currently, the Commodores have a 2-8 overall record and a 0-6 in conference play, indicating a less-than-stellar season so far. However, as any seasoned football fan knows, a team's record doesn't always tell the whole story. So, let's delve into the details of the Commodores to gauge the potential challenge for the Gamecocks.
At the helm of the Commodores' offense is Quarterback Ken Seals, playing in place of the injured AJ Swann. Seals has completed roughly 60 percent of his passes for 1,018 yards this season. One player to watch out for in the Vanderbilt offense is wide receiver Will Shepard, who has been the No. 1 receiver in this system for several years now. Shepard leads the team in both receptions (44) and yards (634), and his game-changing ability to get open and make catches means the Gamecocks will need to keep a close eye on him throughout the match.
Will Sheppard makes a full-extension grab over Florida's Jason Marshall Jr. (7th Oct., 2023)
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Speaking of numbers, the Commodores are averaging 24.6 points per game on offense, which, while not outstanding, does indicate some potential to put points on the board. On the other side of the ball, however, their defense has been struggling mightily, giving up an average of 33.9 points per game. This could provide an opportunity for the Gamecocks to capitalize and put some significant numbers on the scoreboard.
A notable historic trend going into this match is South Carolina's current winning streak against Vanderbilt, which stands at an impressive 14 wins in a row. The Gamecocks will be looking to extend this streak and maintain their dominance over the Commodores.
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