Furman vs South Carolina Picks and Prediction – 9/9/2023

The South Carolina Gamecocks will host the Furman Paladins for a Week 2 matchup in Columbia, SC. Furman comes into week two undefeated after a blowout 35 point victory against Tennessee Tech. For other team Plays and Previews see our College Football Picks. Defensively Furman controlled the game against Tennessee Tech allowing just ten points on less than 300 yards and the forced six turnovers in the game. Offensively Furman was dominant pouring in 45 points after a 21 point fourth quarter on nearly 400 total yards.

Tyler Huff orchestrated the Furman offense completing 15 passes for 172 yards and ran the ball 10 times for 42 yards. Dominic Roberto was the top ball carrier in the game for Furman with 59 yards and two scores on 18 carries. Ben Ferguson led the team with 56 yards on two grabs, while Luke Shiflett chipped in 16 yards on two catches.

The South Carolina Gamecocks will be at home this week following a disappointing 14 point loss to North Carolina to open the year. Defensively South Carolina was completely outmatched after giving up 31 points on 437 total yards of offense. Offensively South Carolina did move the ball well compiling 351 yards and scored 17 points but converted just four third downs and recorded -2 rushing yards resulting in the loss.

Spencer Rattler led the South Carolina offense completing 30 passes for 353 yards but ran the ball 13 times for -22 in the game. Dakereon Joyner led the way on the ground for South Carolina with 23 yards and one touchdown on 23 carries. Xavier Legette proved to be the top receiver in the game with 178 yards on 9 grabs.