Will Muschamp’s second signing class at South Carolina needed to address critical issues on defense and overall team speed. It appears his staff was able to meet their needs well.
Muschamp has said the Gamecocks will look to build first and foremost off in-state talent, and the class reflects that philosophy: 11 of the signees played high school ball in South Carolina.
The Gamecocks closed strong, holding on to Atlanta-area cornerback Jamyest Williams despite a strong push from Georgia to keep him home. They also picked up important defensive line help with three signing-day decisions.