Four-star quarterback Dante Reno is now officially a Gamecock. He is rated as the No. 24 quarterback nationally and the fifth-ranked player in his home state of Connecticut. At 6’1.5”, Reno profiles to fit into an offense similar to what the Gamecocks ran in 2023 with Spencer Rattler. Reno, the son of Yale head coach Tony Reno, throws a nice ball and has plenty of arm talent to have success at the Power 5 level. He has spent his entire life around football, which shows on the field. Reno’s football IQ often gives him the upper hand as he can react more naturally to what is happening on the field. He has been committed to South Carolina since July 2022 and has been an active social media recruiter. Other recruits spoken to mention Reno when they detail visits to South Carolina, as he is often present. He has begun building a relationship with wide receiver recruits from 2024 and beyond.
Reno’s Greatest Strength
Reno is a complete quarterback. He has all the skills and athleticism needed to succeed in the SEC. He throws a great ball and showcases the ability to run when needed. Like many freshmen, Reno will need to add strength as he makes his way into the college game. However, his maturity is what stands out the most. Strong work ethic and leadership come along with maturity, and Reno has it all. He will have the opportunity to learn under redshirt freshman LaNorris Sellers in 2024 but can capture the locker room and lead well. He will make a push for the backup job by the end of the season, especially if Luke Doty remains at wide receiver. While Reno is very talented on the field, teams can only play one quarterback at a time. Even if he does not see the field much as a freshman, this player makes the team better, no matter his role.
