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Gamecocks Fall 31-27 Against Tennessee - Game Recap

The Volunteers were Week 4 winners on Saturday, coming out on top of the Gamecocks by a score of 31-27 at Williams-Brice Stadium.

Tennessee won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -3.5-point spread as favorites. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 45.0.

Ty Chandler rushed for 86 yards, while Eric Gray added 40 yards in the win. Josh Palmer and Brandon Johnson added 85 and 73 receiving yards respectively.

Kevin Harris rushed for 55 yards for South Carolina, while Deshaun Fenwick added 31 yards. Collin Hill threw for 290 yards for the Gamecocks, while receivers Shi Smith and Xavier Legette had 140 and 61 yards respectively.

South Carolina was outgained by Tennessee 394-379 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 22-21 by the Gamecocks.

Tennessee lost the time of possession battle 34:50-25:10, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Tennessee looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Missouri. South Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track at Florida.