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Spiller Fulfilling NFL Potential

C.J. Spiller is the first to admit his transition from star college running back to NFL rookie was much more difficult than he had imagined. But two years later, the former first round pick is rounding into form.

Spurrier Still Mum On Starting QB

On his radio call-in show Thursday night, Spurrier said he will wait and make a game time decision on his starting quarterback when the Gamecocks play UAB Saturday. Dylan Thompson filled in for Connor Shaw last week against East Carolina.

Auguste Could Return For Missouri Game

Senior cornerback Akeem Auguste is recovering from a thigh injury quicker than expected, and could be back for the Gamecocks in next Saturday’s SEC home game against Missouri. Defensive coordinator Lorenzo Ward gave an update on Auguste’s status after Thursday afternoon’s USC practice.