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Former NFL wide receiver Jaelen Strong (left) watches Tolleson's Judah Lancaster during a private practice at Tolleson Union High School on June 16, 2023, in Tolleson.

Judah Lancaster is the latest commit to the Gamecocks during what was a big recruiting week last week. Here's a quick recap of who committed to South Carolina and who the Gamecocks are targeting as summer recruiting heats up.

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South Carolina Head Coach Shane Beamer smiles with a side judge after South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers (16) ran for a touchdown against Louisiana State University during the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, S.C. Saturday, September 14, 2024.

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The South Carolina Gamecocks have added another player to their 2027 recruiting class, this time in the form of tight end Judah Lancaster.

Nov 15, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer walks on the sideline before the game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

South Carolina recruiting is heating up with yet another addition to the list of commits on Thursday night. Three-Star WR DJ Huggins commits to the Gamecocks.

John Archer is congratulated as Seventy-First hosts Northern Nash in the 3A East Regional final on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023.

South Carolina picks up a big time recruiting win on Wednesday evening as four-star defensive lineman John Archer commits to the Gamecocks.

Penn State football Nittany Lions defensive line coach Deion Barnes watches the Appoquinimink vs. Howard football game at Appoquinimink in Middletown on Sept. 19, 2025. Howard won 46-39.

South Carolina is squarely in the mix for one of the nation's best edge rushers in the 2027 class.

Nov 1, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer reacts during the second quarter against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

South Carolina continues to set up their 2027 recruiting class. Four-star safety Jayden Aparicio-Bailey includes the Gamecocks among his top five.

Mar 21, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Duquesne Dukes forward Jakub Necas (7) reacts in the first half against the Brigham Young Cougars in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Lamont Paris adds to his roster for next season with the addition of Jakub Nečas from Duquesne.

Oct 25, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer reacts to a play against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks pick up their third commitment in the 2027 class with offensive lineman Will Endicott.

Nov 15, 2025; College Station, Texas, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer runs onto the field with players before the game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

2027 running back Brayden Tyson releases a top five that includes the Gamecocks among others. The Georgia native is the 23 ranked running back in the class per Rivals.

Mar 30, 2026; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Oliviyah Edwards during the McDonalds All American Jam Fest at Millennium High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Oliviyah Edwards is among the top five players in the 2026 class. She joins what is already a stacked recruiting class for Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks.

Nov 22, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer reacts to a play against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

Gamecocks are in the mix to land the Rivals' top ranked offensive lineman in the 2027 class.

Wisconsin forward Aleksas Bieliauskas (32) hits a three-point basket over Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) during the first half of their semifinal game in the Big Ten tournament Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois.

Former Wisconsin forward Aleksas Bieliauskas announces commitment to Lamont Paris and the Gamecocks earlier this week.

Texas guard Jordan Lee (7) dribbles against UCLA guard Gianna Kneepkens (8) at Mortgage Matchup Center during the Women's Final Four in Phoenix on April 3, 2026.

Longhorns transfer guard Jordan Lee chooses the Gamecocks on Thursday.

Nov 29, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer directs his team against the Clemson Tigers in the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

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Jaiden Kelly-Murray has decommitted from the South Carolina Gamecocks.

Sep 2, 2023; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks mascot Cocky performs during the second half against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Four-star tailback David "Tre" Segarra lists the Gamecocks among the top five schools of his recruitment this cycle.

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Jerry Merry III, a 2027 quarterback, has committed to the South Carolina Gamecocks

Sep 7, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback LaNorris Sellers (16) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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A major data point for the upcoming college football season should give South Carolina fans a major confidence boost heading into 2026.

Sep 20, 2025; Columbia, Missouri, USA; A general view of a South Carolina Gamecocks helmet against the Missouri Tigers during the second half of the game at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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The South Carolina Gamecocks have earned a JUCO offensive line commitment ahead of the 2026 college football season.

Sep 14, 2024; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer smiles with a side judge after quarterback LaNorris Sellers (not pictured) ran for a touchdown against the LSU Tigers during the second quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

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South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer reveals how his team retained quarterback LaNorris Sellers and EDGE defender Dylan Stewart.

Buford high school long snapper Matthew Oh commits to the Gamecocks. Oh is third ranked long snapper in the country per Kohl's Kicking.

Nov 22, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer leads his team onto the field before their game against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

South Carolina's roster and staff saw a number of changes this offseason. Here's a quick recap of those moves as winter workouts are underway.

Missouri State quarterback Deuce Bailey (16) runs the ball as Middle Tennessee linebacker Muaaz Byard (35) makes the stop during the football game on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at MTSU.

South Carolina's transfer portal additions continue as Missouri State offensive lineman Ebubedike Nnabugwu is the latest player to commit to the Gamecocks.

Nov 7, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights wide receiver DJ Black (9) jumps to catch a pass in front of Houston Cougars defensive back Kentrell Webb (8) during the first quarter at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Former South Carolina and UCF wide receiver DJ Black will return to the place he once called home for a final season with the Gamecocks. Black hauled in 22 passes for 273 yards and two touchdowns for the Golden Knights in 2025.

Sep 14, 2024; Greenville, North Carolina, USA; Appalachian State Mountaineers tight end Max Drag (80) looks on against the East Carolina Pirates during the first half at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Entering the transfer portal season, South Carolina had needs at several positions. Shane Beamer and his staff filled one of those needs as they land tight end Max Drag from UCF.

Holy Cross wide receiver Charly Mullaly catches a 45-yard pass from quarterback Joe Pesansky in the second quarter at Fitton Field Saturday.

Entering the transfer portal season, South Carolina had needs at several positions. Shane Beamer and his staff filled one of those needs as they land wide receiver Charly Mullaly from Holy Cross.

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ICYMI: South Carolina Adds Several 2027 Targets During Huge Recruiting Week

ICYMI: South Carolina Adds Several 2027 Targets During Huge Recruiting Week

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South Carolina Gamecocks Earn Commitment From Tight End 2027 Judah Lancaster

South Carolina Picks Up Commitment From 2027 Three-Star Wide Receiver

Four-Star Defensive Lineman John Archer Commits to South Carolina

2027 Four-Star Edge Lists South Carolina Among Top Five Schools in Recruitment

South Carolina Lands Among Top Five For 2027 Safety Jayden Aparicio-Bailey

Duquesne Forward Jakub Nečas Commits to South Carolina Out of the Transfer Portal

2027 Offensive Lineman Will Endicott Commits to the South Carolina Gamecocks Over Others

South Carolina Makes Top Five for 2027 Four Star RB Brayden Tyson

South Carolina Basketball Lands One of the Nation's Premier Recruits in the 2026 Class

South Carolina Makes Top Five for Elite 2027 Offensive Lineman

South Carolina Lands Wisconsin Forward Aleksas Bieliauskas Out of the Transfer Portal

Dawn Staley and South Carolina Land Commitment of Texas Transfer Guard Jordan Lee

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Jaiden Kelly-Murray Decommits from South Carolina Gamecocks

2027 Four-Star Running Back Lists South Carolina Among His Top Five Schools

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