South Carolina will host Kentucky on Saturday afternoon in a Southeastern Conference matchup at Williams-Brice Stadium without their star edge rusher Dylan Stewart. Stewart was suspended indefinitely by coach Shane Beamer following multiple incidents during the Gamecocks’ Week 4 loss to Alabama, including a personal foul for punching tight end Josh Ford in the helmet. The suspension was reinforced by the SEC the day after Beamer’s announcement, confirming Stewart will miss the game against the Wildcats.
South Carolina enters the contest with a 2-2 overall record and 0-2 in SEC play, still seeking their first conference win under Beamer since a 35-13 victory over Kentucky back in September 2025. The Gamecocks are coming off two straight losses, making the home game crucial for momentum. Kentucky, meanwhile, sits at 3-1 overall and 1-1 in the conference, riding a two-game winning streak into Columbia.
The absence of Stewart, who had been an important figure in South Carolina’s defensive front, leaves a noticeable gap on the edge. Beamer addressed the suspension on September 27 but has not provided a timeline for Stewart’s return. The SEC’s official decision to suspend him for the Kentucky game confirms he will not take the field Saturday.
Fans can watch the game live on SEC Network with kickoff scheduled for 4:15 p.m. ET. The Greenville News will provide live updates throughout the afternoon.
This weekend’s game offers South Carolina a chance to end their SEC losing streak and regain confidence at home, but they will have to do so without one of their most dynamic defensive players. Kentucky looks to extend their winning run and build on recent success as they visit Williams-Brice Stadium.
According to Yahoo Sports.