Ethan Johnson Joins Gamecocks via Court Order | South Carolina Gamecocks Football News

South Carolina just pulled off a wild roster move: cornerback Ethan Johnson, formerly of App State, is now headed to the Gamecocks for 2026 after a Louisiana court order cleared his eligibility. Standing at 5’11” and 195 lbs, Johnson racked up 56 tackles and 14 passes defended in his standout 2023 season — including an interception — while also contributing in 2022. With the Gamecocks opening their season against Kent State on Sept. 5, Johnson’s arrival adds surprising depth to their secondary — and yes, it’s rare to see a player gain eligibility via court order, but that’s college football for you. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7acab68b13fbc202