South Carolina initially built its case to the NCAA on Faison’s eligibility clock and the hardship he encountered during his college journey. The NCAA denied that waiver a few months ago, per a University source, but allowed South Carolina to re-submit its case around a new focus.

The NCAA has approved an eligibility waiver for South Carolina starting running back Rahsul Faison, a transfer from Utah State who was seeking his sixth season this fall, according to CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz.

The University of South Carolina announced Monday that running back Rahsul Faison is cleared to play for the Gamecocks in 2025. According to USC, the school got confirmation from the NCAA Monday, six days before their week one matchup against Virginia Tech,