The South Carolina Gamecocks are going to be a complete wildcard when it comes to College Football in 2023. A season ago, the Gamecocks won 8 games, which was their second-most wins since 2013. The Gamecocks picked up two big wins late in the season as they beat Tennessee in a blowout win and went on to win a rivalry game against Clemson. South Carolina finished the season with a loss to Notre Dame in the Gator Bowl, but the blueprint was there.
Let’s see if the South Carolina Gamecocks have what it takes to back the betting lines to win the National Championship.
South Carolina Gamecocks 2023 Season Betting Guide | MyBookie College Betting Preview
South Carolina Gamecocks | Southeastern Conference during the 2023 NCAA Division I FBS football season
School: University of South Carolina
Head coach: Shane Beamer | 3rd season
Home field: Williams–Brice Stadium | Columbia, South Carolina
South Carolina Odds to Win Championship: +12000
Southeastern Conference Odds to Win: +9000
Regular-season wins: 6.5: Over -134 / Under +110
Win Total in 2023
Let’s start slow, and the first total is the win total for the Gamecocks in 2023. The schedule is not easy, but the Gamecocks do get 7 true home games and a neutral site game on their schedule. The road games are not a whole lot of fun. The four games on the road this season are at Georgia, at Tennessee, at Missouri, and at Texas A+M. But, even if you consider those four games’ losses, you still have a shot at getting OVER the win total that’s set at 6.5.
The opening game is a neutral site game against the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Tar Heels struggled last season, and recent history says South Carolina has fared well in this game. If the Gamecocks can win that one, they are likely 2-0 going to Georgia on September 16th. Furman is their Week 2 game at home.
Let’s stick with the home games – Florida, Jacksonville State, Kentucky and Clemson. Sure, the Gators and Tigers are not a walk in the park, but the Gamecocks should be able to get the middle two.
This has OVER written all over it. While South Carolina may not win a national title with this schedule, 7 wins is certainly something that should be done.
Odds to Win SEC East
Unfortunately for the Gamecocks, they play in the SEC East with the Georgia Bulldogs, and the Bulldogs are the best team in the country again. Both the divisional leaders are on the road this season. Tennessee is going to be out for blood after last season’s loss. Knoxville will be ready for the Gamecocks. If you are interested in this wager, you can grab them at +2000 to win the SEC East.
SEC Title Game?
It’s a pretty obvious statement to say that if the Gamecocks are not likely to win the SEC East, then they are not going to be playing, let alone win the SEC title game. But, if this is something you are interested in betting on, you can grab them at +9000. Several teams, including Alabama, Georgia, LSU, and Tennessee, sit ahead of them.
Reach for the Stars
The South Carolina Gamecocks have some pretty rapid fans. But even the most rabid of fans are probably staying away from this bet. But maybe you have a few dollars to spare and think the Gamecocks will shock the world. The odds to win National Championship for South Carolina sit at +12000.
Season Rests with Rattler
In saying all of that – the South Carolina Gamecocks are going to rely big time on quarterback Spencer Rattle and receiver Antwane Wells Jr. The Gamecocks have a new offensive coordinator, and some help with Trey Knox at tight end. JuJu McDowell should get the bulk of the carries in the backfield, but the running back room looks a little light heading into the season.
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2023 South Carolina Football Schedule
| Week | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All times ET | ||||
| 1 | Sep. 2 | vs 21 North Carolina Tar Heels | Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC | 7:30pm ET |
| 2 | Sep. 9 | Furman Paladins | Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC | 7:30pm ET |
| 3 | Sep. 16 | at 1 Georgia Bulldogs | Sanford Stadium, Athens, GA | 3:30pm ET |
| 4 | Sep. 23 | Mississippi State Bulldogs | Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC | Time TBA |
| 5 | Sep. 30 | at 11 Tennessee Volunteers | Neyland Stadium, Knoxville, TN | Time TBA |
| 6 | Oct. 7 | OFF | ||
| 7 | Oct. 14 | Florida Gators | Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC | Time TBA |
| 8 | Oct. 21 | at Missouri Tigers | Faurot Field, Columbia, MO | Time TBA |
| 9 | Oct. 28 | at Texas A&M Aggies | Kyle Field, College Station, TX | Time TBA |
| 10 | Nov. 4 | Jacksonville State Gamecocks | Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC | Time TBA |
| 11 | Nov. 11 | Vanderbilt Commodores | Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC | Time TBA |
| 12 | Nov. 18 | 24 Kentucky Wildcats | Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC | Time TBA |
| 13 | Nov. 25 | 9 Clemson Tigers | Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, SC | Time TBA |
| 14 | Dec. 2 | SEC Championship | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA | 4:00pm ET |
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