At times this football season, it seemed South Carolina would send in any defensive back who was vertical just to have a complete secondary on the field.
That’s every defensive back save for Jamel Cook, a four-star talent, who had to say in the wings, waiting for his chance.
Next year, the former Southern Cal recruit will be a part of South Carolina’s defense. At 6-foot-4, the South Florida product brings something unusual with his ability to play corner at that size.
All season, he’s been a part of South Carolina’s scout team, working against the starting offense.