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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.

Teams Switch Roles In SEC Clash

Florida and Tennessee meet up in a top-25 SEC battle Saturday. Both teams have gotten off to 2-0 starts in different ways. No. 18 Florida is running the ball early and often, a slow-it-down, ground-and-pound attack featuring senior Mike Gillislee. No. 23 Tennessee is throwing it all over the field, relying on junior Tyler Bray’s accuracy, arm strength and decision-making skills to direct an up-tempo, often no-huddle, offense.