10 players to watch in USC Garnet and Black spring football game

South Carolina concludes spring practice with the Garnet and Black Spring Game on Saturday. Ten players to watch:

QB BRANDON MCILWAIN

Highly touted freshman has split time at the No. 1 spot

WR BRYAN EDWARDS

Stretch-the-field receiver could be an instant-impact freshman

BACKUP RBS

Who’s the best option behind David Williams?

DT ULRIC JONES

Back at his natural spot after ill-fated excursion at TE

DE KEIR THOMAS

The Gamecocks need a pass-rusher, likely several. Thomas may be one answer

OL CORY HELMS

Wake Forest transfer can play center or guard in a rebuilt offensive line

LB BRYSON ALLEN-WILLIAMS

Standup “Buck” pass-rusher hopeful to be a throwback to Eric Norwood

LT MASON ZANDI

After switching from right tackle, he’ll be the QB’s best protector

TE K.C. CROSBY

Hayden Hurst can’t do everything. Tight end a crucial spot with no known WRs

SECONDARY

Can Gamecocks find four consistent players for team’s worst area?

This story was originally published April 8, 2016 at 1:35 PM with the headline "10 players to watch in USC Garnet and Black spring football game."