Throughout the history of South Carolina football, virtually every good Gamecock team has been united by one consistent factor: a good defense. No Carolina team has ever had much sustained success without a defense that made life difficult for opponents.
Putting up good defensive seasons starts with good defensive games, and the Gamecocks have delivered plenty of those in their history to the delight of the Carolina faithful. But which Carolina defensive performances were the best in Gamecock history?
Honorable Mention:
Jadeveon Clowney vs. Vanderbilt: The 2011 game against Vanderbilt was ugly.