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Did South Carolina Gamecocks' Defense Dominate South Carolina State Bulldogs at Williams-Brice Stadium?

The South Carolina Gamecocks improved their record to 2-0 with a commanding 38-10 victory over the South Carolina State Bulldogs, who now stand at 1-1. The game, held at Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, saw the home team dominate both offensively and defensively.


Sep 24, 2022; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks linebacker Brad Johnson (19) celebrates an interception against the Charlotte 49ers in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

First Quarter


The Bulldogs took an early lead with a field goal, but it was short-lived as the Cocks' defense began to assert itself. Despite trailing initially, the Gamecocks' defensive line quickly found its rhythm. Desmond Umeozulu and Bryan Thomas each recorded a sack during this period, setting the tone for what would be a relentless defensive performance.


Second Quarter


South Carolina's offense came alive in the second quarter. LaNorris Sellers connected on several key passes, including a 35-yard touchdown throw to Vandrevius Jacobs that electrified the crowd of 79,705 attendees. Meanwhile, William Joyce added three points with a successful field goal attempt from 49 yards out. By halftime, the Cocks had surged ahead with a scoreline of 17-3.


Third Quarter


The third quarter belonged entirely to South Carolina as they extended their lead significantly. Oscar Adaway III contributed on the ground with a rushing touchdown from five yards out. Vicari Swain was instrumental in special teams play by returning two punts for touchdowns—one of which was an impressive 65-yard return—demonstrating his agility and speed.


Fourth Quarter


In contrast to earlier quarters dominated by offense and special teams play from South Carolina's side; it was more about maintaining control during this period while allowing only one touchdown by SC State’s offense late into gameplay resulting into final scoreline review being set at comfortable margin favoring home team:38-10


As part of game-changing plays between these two rivals; Bulldog’s efforts were thwarted multiple times due largely thanks again towards stellar performances across all facets especially within defensive unit led primarily through combined efforts made possible via contributions such players like Dylan Stewart who managed another sack alongside forcing fumble recovery courtesy Jaron Willis ensuring no comeback attempts could materialize effectively throughout entire duration match-up itself


Looking ahead next week sees them hosting Vanderbilt Commodores scheduled September13th starting promptly around time slot designated approximately around afternoon hours specifically slated begin precisely sometime after clock strikes past one o'clock mark eastern daylight savings timezone respectively taking place once again familiar confines located right here same venue previously mentioned above namely none other than iconic landmark known affectionately amongst loyal fanbase simply referred colloquially speaking perhaps even lovingly so perhaps better yet fondly described best way possible under moniker "Williams Brice Stadium" situated heartland city Columbia state capital regionally speaking within broader context United States America overall general sense terms broadcasting coverage provided exclusively courtesy ESPN Networks available nationwide audience tuning live action unfold real-time basis


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