Pair of South Carolina stars likely to miss beginning of 2026 season
Dylan Stewart and Jacarrius Peak are set to play major roles in Columbia this fall, but both are dealing with lingering offseason injuries.
South Carolina football faces a challenging start to the 2026 season as it appears the team will lack two key players. Dylan Stewart, the edge rusher, and Jacarrius Peak, the newly signed left tackle, are both expected to miss the season opener against Kent State on September 5th. Stewart is nursing a back injury he sustained during the previous campaign, while Peak suffered a knee injury while playing basketball in February.
South Carolina coach Shane Beamer remains optimistic about both players' recoveries, stating they are progressing faster than anticipated and are making steady gains during their regular medical checkups. Stewart has recorded 11 sacks over two seasons with the Gamecocks, and Peak was named an All-ACC honorable mention in 2025 at NC State.
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