Gamecocks Fall to No. 16 LSU After Squandering Early Lead

South Carolina's 13 penalties and key injuries contribute to a narrow 36-33 loss against LSU in a dramatic SEC showdown.

South Carolina built a 17-0 lead in the second quarter but ultimately lost 36-33 to No. 16 LSU.
Starting quarterback LaNorris Sellers injured his ankle just before halftime, leading to backup Robby Ashford playing most of the second half.
The Gamecocks were penalized 13 times for a total of 123 yards, negating two defensive touchdowns and a two-point conversion.
LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier rebounded from a rough start to pass for 285 yards, leading scoring drives on six of his next ten possessions.
South Carolina's final drive ended with a missed 49-yard field goal attempt by Alex Herrera, sealing their defeat.