Watch South Carolina’s Dylan Stewart throw punch in front of ref, doesn’t get ejected vs. Alabama

In a recent game between South Carolina and Alabama, South Carolina's Dylan Stewart committed an unsportsmanlike act by throwing a punch at an official. Despite his actions, Stewart was not ejected from the game. Instead, he received a flag for unsportsmanlike conduct. The incident occurred as Alabama gained a significant lead in the second half, with South Carolina managing to score the next 15 points.

The Tide eventually put together a lengthy drive in the fourth quarter, culminating in Daniel Hill's 1-yard touchdown run. This push by Alabama seemed to trigger Stewart's frustration, leading him to lose his composure and lash out at the official. ESPN rules analyst Jerry McGinn expressed his disbelief at Stewart's lack of ejection, stating that he was "extremely surprised" by the decision.

McGinn emphasized that the officials were right there and clearly witnessed the punch, which he described as a blow to the head. He questioned why Stewart wasn't immediately ejected, suggesting it was a clear violation that should have warranted the penalty.