Undefeated Vanderbilt brings one of college football’s most productive offenses to Columbia this Friday night when they face No. 11 South Carolina in an early-season SEC matchup.
The game is scheduled to start at 7:45 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on SEC Network. Fans looking to watch this college football game can do so for free by using DirecTV Stream, which offers a free trial, or FuboTV, which also offers a free trial as well as up to $25 off your first month SlingTV doesn’t offer a free trial but has promotional offers available for streaming the game.
The Commodores (2-0) have steamrolled their first two opponents, averaging 44.5 points per game behind quarterback Diego Pavia’s efficient start to the season. Pavia has thrown for 468 yards with five touchdowns and just one interception while completing an impressive 74.4% of his passes.
What makes Vanderbilt particularly dangerous is their balanced attack. The Commodores rank 25th nationally in total offense (485.5 yards per game) with a rushing attack that generates 231.5 yards per contest, led by Sedrick Alexander’s 156 yards and two touchdowns.
South Carolina (2-0) presents a stark contrast. The Gamecocks have struggled offensively, ranking 118th in total offense with just 290.5 yards per game. Freshman quarterback LaNorris Sellers has been steady if unspectacular, throwing for 337 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions.
The Gamecocks’ defense has been their strength, allowing just 10.5 points per game. They’ve been particularly stout against the run, surrendering only 88.5 yards per game on the ground.
Vanderbilt’s defense might be the surprise of the early season, ranking fifth nationally by allowing just 191.5 total yards per game. The Commodores have been especially tough against the pass, giving up only 111 yards through the air per contest.
Time of possession could prove crucial in this matchup. Vanderbilt holds the ball for over 32 minutes per game, while South Carolina ranks near the bottom nationally at just 25:30 of possession time.
Both teams enter the contest with momentum from convincing wins last week. Vanderbilt defeated Virginia Tech 44-20 behind Pavia’s 193 passing yards and two touchdowns, while South Carolina handled South Carolina State 38-10 with Sellers throwing for 128 yards and a score.
Who: South Carolina Gamecocks vs Vanderbilt Commodores
When: 7:45 p.m. ET, Sept. 13
Where: Williams-Brice Stadium
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