Connor Shaw comes to Gamecocks' defense during time of uncertainty

Connor Shaw, South Carolina’s all-time winningest quarterback and current practice squad player for the Cleveland Browns, is a man of reason who came to the Gamecocks’ defense Saturday night after a devastating overtime loss to Tennessee.

South Carolina, 4-5 for the first time ever under Steve Spurrier, fell at home for the third time this season after squandering another double-digit lead in the fourth quarter.

Shaw was 18-0 at home and 27-5 overall as the Gamecocks’ starting quarterback:

The Alma Mater is about pride in the University you represent & the respect of past players. Damn shame. FOREVER TO THEE.

— Connor Shaw (@cmshaw9) November 2, 2014

Some of the coaches & players being blamed are the same who were a huge part of winning 33 games in 3 years. Don't be spoiled by success!

— Connor Shaw (@cmshaw9) November 2, 2014

Frustrated, sure. But most of the guys in that locker room are the guys I battled with every Saturday. I will defend them every time!

— Connor Shaw (@cmshaw9) November 2, 2014