South Carolina: Stewart, Peak will both play vs. Mississippi State, but there's a catch

South Carolina's football team, led by head coach Shane Beamer, is set to face Mississippi State on Saturday, with star edge rusher Dylan Stewart and offensive lineman Jacarrius Peak both expected to play, despite earlier injury concerns. Both players were listed as probable for the game, but neither will start. Stewart, a former freshman All-American and All-SEC selection, has been recovering from a back injury that forced him to miss the team's first two matches.

Peak, a transfer from NC State who earned honorable mention All-ACC honors, is also set to play after recovering from a knee injury received just after joining the Gamecocks in February. Their presence on the field, even if not in the starting lineup, will significantly bolster the Gamecocks' offensive capabilities as they aim to make a strong impact in SEC play.