New Places, New Faces

Based on the media guide and the roster, there are some intriguing position changes and some new names on the Gamecock Roster.

Position Changes:

Rod Byrd, has moved from linebacker to tight end. Byrd is an outstanding athlete that could also punt for the Gamecocks.

Mike Whittier. Mike transferred in last January and had an outstanding Spring game at QB. Whittier has apparently moved to linebacker. If Whittier is indeed moving, it speaks volumes about what the staff thinks of Blanchard, Alabama transfer Thomas Darrah and Steven Coates, from SW Dekalb in Atlanta.

Justin Kay. Based on the media guide, Kay may play more at Guard this season than tackle, but it looks like no official decision has been made on that. Its great to have a versatile athlete like Kay to make that possible.

Jason Horton. As previously reported, Horton has been moved to safety and is listed as a starter on the depth chart along with Keggie Harris.

New Faces

Leaving aside the signees that have been previously reported, here are some new Gamecocks:

Barry Stafford, Noseguard. Stafford is a big player from Chamblee high school in Atlanta. He apparently made a mark with his speed and agility in Summer workouts and might contribute this year.

Darian Thomas, Cornerback. Thomas transferred to Jax State from Florida Atlantic and will provide much needed depth to that position.

Jewon Williams, Linebacker. Williams is from Parker high school in Birmingham and had recruiting interest from several FBS schools.

New Numbers

Wide Receiver Jeff Cameron is now wearing #1.