Raheim Sanders Declares for 2025 NFL Draft

Raheim 'Rocket' Sanders has officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after a successful yet injury-plagued season at South Carolina, where he rushed for 881 yards and 11 touchdowns. Despite injuries limiting his previous season, Sanders' comeback in 2024 earned him a Comeback Player of the Year award, showcasing his potential as he enters a competitive running back draft class. Meanwhile, South Carolina football is bolstering its roster through the transfer portal, landing linebacker Andrew Jones, a standout from Grambling State, to strengthen its defense. Additionally, former Kentucky tight end Jordan Dingle has signed with the Gamecocks, and wide receiver Jared Brown is returning for his final season after a promising year. With these additions, combined with quarterback LaNorris Sellers' expected improvements, South Carolina aims to build on its recent success and become a formidable force in the SEC. The Gamecocks finished the 2024 season with a strong 9-3 record, indicating their upward trajectory in college football.