News Summary
South Carolina boasts a strong 2027 football class with seven local prospects featured in the On300 rankings. Leading the group is four-star cornerback Joshua Dobson, ranked No. 1 in the state and No. 5 nationally. Other standout athletes include EDGE prospect Jaiden Bryant, defensive lineman Seth Tillman, and offensive lineman Nate Carson, all with impressive credentials and recruitment offers from top programs. The Gamecocks continue their efforts to build a robust recruiting class while enhancing their football roster’s future potential.
Columbia, South Carolina – South Carolina’s rising junior football class is making waves as seven local prospects have been featured in the newly released 2027 On300 rankings. Leading the pack is four-star cornerback Joshua Dobson from Fort Mill, who has earned the title of the top prospect in the state and is ranked No. 5 overall nationally.
Standing at 6 feet 1 inch and weighing 170 pounds, Dobson not only holds the No. 1 cornerback position in his class but has also ascended to a five-star rating in the On3 Industry Ranking due to his impressive performances. His recruitment is a top priority for South Carolina’s defensive backs coach Torrian Gray. Recently, Dobson attended the Gamecocks’ spring game, expressing excitement about his future interactions with head coach Shane Beamer.
Close behind Dobson is four-star EDGE prospect Jaiden Bryant from Irmo, who clasps the No. 49 overall ranking and is positioned as the sixth-best EDGE player in the country. Bryant is a robust 6 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 240 pounds, boasting early offers from numerous prestigious colleges, including South Carolina, Florida, North Carolina, Virginia Tech, and Penn State.
Another standout, four-star defensive lineman Seth Tillman from Rock Hill, has seen his ranking soar to No. 109 in the On300 following his recent offer from the Gamecocks. Tillman stands at 6 feet 3 inches and weighs 256 pounds, holding additional offers from schools such as Texas A&M, Kentucky, Virginia Tech, and Maryland.
Additionally, four-star offensive lineman Nate Carson from Irmo is making headlines as well. He is currently ranked No. 177 overall and is the 15th best player for his position. Weighing in at 290 pounds and measuring 6 feet 4 inches, Carson is on the radar for several top-tier programs, including South Carolina, Alabama, Ohio State, Virginia Tech, Florida State, and Tennessee.
Another noteworthy athlete in this class is Sequel Patterson, an athlete from Fort Mill’s Indian Land. Ranked No. 231 overall, Patterson is being recruited by South Carolina primarily for his offensive prowess, although he has the potential to shine as either a wide receiver or cornerback. He is considered the fifth-best prospect in South Carolina in the current On300 rankings.
Two additional wide receivers from the state, Khristian Jackson from Ridge View and Jaiden Kelly-Murray from Summerville, have also made the rankings, standing at No. 249 and No. 263, respectively. These prospects are part of South Carolina’s continued efforts to cultivate a robust recruiting class.
While these seven prospects are recognized in the current On300 rankings, several other in-state athletes are garnering attention and could climb in the rankings in the near future. Notably, Aiden Gibson, a running back from Woodruff, has received an early offer from South Carolina, while Amare Patterson, a wide receiver from Ridgeland, is gaining interest from various collegiate programs.
The Gamecocks’ recruiting efforts remain positive despite facing challenges with a limited number of commitments thus far. Recently, the program hosted in-state wide receiver Amiri Acker, reinforcing their active engagement in seeking top talent within South Carolina’s high school football landscape.
As the 2027 class continues to develop, the highlighted prospects and their growing profiles promise an exciting future for South Carolina football. With strong performances and strategic recruiting, the Gamecocks are positioned to enhance their team in the coming years.
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- Greenville Online: South Carolina Women’s Basketball Recruiting
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- Rivals: South Carolina Women’s Basketball Lands Five-Star Guard
- Wikipedia: South Carolina Gamecocks
- Google Search: South Carolina Football Recruiting
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: South Carolina University
- Google News: South Carolina Women’s Basketball
