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South Carolina football is dealing with another major injury before spring practice even begins. Head coach Shane Beamer revealed that a starting offensive lineman will miss the entire 2026 season due to an injury the program has reportedly known about for 1–2 years. That revelation raises a major question for the Gamecocks: why wasn’t the surgery done sooner?

The injury news gets even more concerning for South Carolina Gamecocks football because this marks the second offensive tackle who will miss all of spring practice, creating major uncertainty along the offensive line heading into the 2026 season.

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South Carolina's record across all sports since the start of 2025 is so shocking you won't believe it. Will it get better or worse? Plus, Mississippi is starting a new tax free NIL policy. Should South Carolina follow suit?

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South Carolina loses once again to Clemson and slips further down in the series against their arch rival. The back-to-back losses now make South Carolina 4-14 in their last 18 head to head games across all sports against Clemson. Where do you even go from here? And between Paul Mainieri and Lamont Paris who should be fired first?

The women's basketball team wrapped up their regular season with a nailbiter over No. 16 Kentucky. The SEC Tournament is set. Will the Gamecocks win another title in Greenville?

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Two former South Carolina Gamecocks had HUGE days in Indy at the NFL Combine! Brandon Cisse may have supplanted himself in the top 15 of the NFL Draft and Jalon Kilgore had a huge day of testing as well. What that means for the FUTURE of South Carolina football. Plus, South Carolina beats Clemson in game one of the weekend series in baseball.

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South Carolina baseball just hit a new low under Paul Mainieri.

In Year Two of the South Carolina Gamecocks baseball era, the Gamecocks suffered a stunning midweek loss to Queens Royals baseball — a result that has fans questioning the direction of the program.

After high expectations and a reset under a Hall of Fame coach, South Carolina now finds itself searching for answers. Is this just a midweek stumble… or a sign of deeper issues in Columbia?

In this episode, we break down:

⚾ What went wrong vs. Queens
📉 Why Year 2 looks wor...

SEC eligibility chaos sparks debate—is common sense finally returning to college sports? Trinidad Chambliss gets his sixth year at Ole Miss, while Charles Bediako at Alabama and Joey Aguilar at Tennessee are denied, highlighting the NCAA’s inconsistent rulings. Is the NCAA’s arbitrary approach to eligibility making things worse? The crew explores potential fixes, NIL’s growing impact, and wild scenarios like LeBron James suiting up for Ohio State.

The SEC Squad breaks down Joe Lunardi’s latest bracketology, projecting 11 SEC teams for the NCAA tournament while spotlighting key matchups and dark horse contenders. The discussion...

After Clemson HC Dabo Swinney called out Ole Miss head coach Pete Golding, the NCAA is finally taking the steps to crack down on transfer portal tampering. But, are the penalties TOO severe? We talk about that, and South Carolina AD Jeremiah Donati speaking out on an NIL Bill that would reveal what players are making from their NIL contracts. Good idea or bad idea?

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Two South Carolina commits move into the Top 100 of the latest Rivals 300 rankings for the 2027 class. The big news came from 6-foot-3 CB Aamaury Fountain who went from being unranked to the No. 25 player in America. That puts him at potential five star status and gives South Carolina an inside track to signing the best secondary class in the 2027 cycle.

Plus, Shane Beamer gives a HUGE update on Jacarrius Peak as the top ten portal player will be ready for the 2026 season!

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Shane Beamer spoke to the media on Sunday night, and gave some good news on Jacarrius Peak and his injury. They expect the star left tackle to return this season. The question is when?

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South Carolina's prize get from the transfer portal, Jacarrius Peak suffered a leg injury this week playing basketball. The severity of the injury is unknown, but he's expected to miss significant time. What does it mean for South Carolina, and why can't we just have nice things?

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South Carolina made a major offseason move, hiring former Buffalo Bills special teams coordinator Matthew Smiley to upgrade the Gamecocks’ third phase. In this episode, we break down what Smiley brings from the NFL to Columbia, how his aggressive special teams philosophy fits Shane Beamer’s identity, and why this hire could immediately impact field position, hidden yardage, and close-game situations in the SEC.

In the second segment, we dive into the latest eligibility news surrounding Joey Aguilar, who lost his court case—shaking up the quarterback landscape. With that decision finalized, South Carolina now faces seven oppone...

Is South Carolina football being completely disrespected by the national media? 🤔

In this episode, we break down the latest “100 Under-the-Radar Transfer Portal Players” list — and react to the shocking fact that not a single Gamecock made the cut. Is this media bias? Oversight? Or bulletin-board material for Shane Beamer’s squad heading into 2026?

We dive into why South Carolina’s transfer additions deserve more attention, how the Gamecocks are being evaluated nationally, and whether this “no respect” narrative could actually fuel a breakout season in the SEC.

We also discuss the latest news surrounding NCAA...

SEC teams face a scheduling crossroads as top programs cancel tough non-conference games—will playoff selection reward risk-averse strategies or punish elite competition? The SEC Squad debates Alabama’s scrapped Ohio State series, Texas backing out vs. Arizona State, and the growing disparity in Power 4 matchups. They question if SEC’s demanding schedule benefits its teams, spotlight Big Ten national champions’ softer paths, and explore how playoff committee decisions fuel the shift.

The hosts also break down SEC coaching salaries, calling out Lane Kiffin’s payday and Eli Drinkwitz’s rising expectations, while examining hot seat scenarios for Steve Sa...

Brett McMurphy of On3 releases his way too early bowl projections. Where does he have South Carolina, and would it be enough for Shane Beamer to return in 2027?

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South Carolina OC Kendal Briles SNUBBED?! | 247Sports Leaves Him Off Most Impactful Coordinator Hires

South Carolina football just got one of the most proven offensive minds in the country — and somehow Kendal Briles is already being overlooked.

247Sports recently released their list of the most impactful coordinator hires heading into the 2026 season… and Kendal Briles didn’t make it. That’s not just surprising — it’s flat-out disrespectful.

In this video, we break down why Briles’ hire could be one of the biggest difference-makers in the SEC, how his offensive system fits Shane Beamer’s roste...

South Carolina wins their 18th straight game against LSU. Tessa Johnson, Raven Johnson, and Dawn Staley leave Baton Rouge with a 79-72 win over Kim Mulkey and Flau'Jae Johnson. Let's be clear this is no longer a rivalry. South Carolina owns LSU.

Also, we talk about the news from early Sunday afternoon that special teams coordinator Joe DeCamillis is leaving South Carolina for the Las Vegas Raiders. AND, Marler goes OFF on Paul Mainieri's comments after the first baseball loss of the season.

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Shane Beamer talks about the future South Carolina schedule issues and whether or not they should cancel non-conference games down the road. The Gamecocks went out of their way to schedule multiple P4 non-con games in the future. But, is it worth it if not every team in the SEC or other conferences are doing so? No is the answer.

Plus, the Gamecocks start out 2-0 in baseball after opening day double header wins!

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SEC quarterbacks and transfer standouts face NCAA court drama—will preliminary injunctions decide the fate of Ole Miss and Tennessee’s 2026 seasons? Charles Bediako’s denied eligibility sparks debate over how the NCAA and tournament committee will treat Alabama basketball, with Eric Cain, Corey Burton, Stephen Willis, and Jimmy Stein unpacking the legal implications and possible impact on Selection Sunday. Can teams that beat Alabama with Bediako claim extra credit, or will their victories be erased?

Transfer portal winners and losers shape future SEC football powerhouses. Devin Tompkins joins Alabama’s defensive line, Deuce Knight gives Ole Miss hop...

There are a lot of things South Carolina needs in order to be successful in 2026, but there's ONE Thing they need more than anything else if they're going to turn things around next year. Chris Marler breaks down what that is, and why he thinks there's no doubt they'll get it.

Plus, 4 former USC players were invited to the NFL Combine in Indianapolis. Rahusl Faison, Nick Barrett, Brandon Cisse, and Jalon Kilgore are all headed to Indy. Which player stands to make the most money and biggest name for himself there? We talk about it.

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South Carolina backup DL Davonte Miles was arrested on Tuesday for possession with intent to distribute marijuana. If that wasn't dumb enough, WHERE he was arrested will make you irate. Chris Marler explains what happened and why the stupidity of it may mean he doesn't deserve a second chance in Columbia.

Plus we talk about the "roster full of freaks" comment from On3's Ari Wasserman and Andy Staples about South Carolina's roster. We also talk about why it's not just who was listed but the positions they play as to why it's so important.

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Steve Spurrier calls out Dabo Swinney with a little not so subtle advice on his complaints on tampering. The HBC tells his former rival that there are clearly no more rules, and he's gonna have start paying for players like the rest of the country. Plus, Marler makes a case for why South Carolina CANNOT fire Lamont Paris. Not because he deserves to stay at USC, but because South Carolina cannot allow paying him $10 million at the expense at other successful sports.

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In an interview last week, Dylan Stewart explained why he decided to stay at South Carolina, and the answer speaks volumes about the culture at South Carolina and the character of Stewart himself. Plus, South Carolina women's basketball hands Tennessee their worst loss in program history. And, Nick Emmanwori and Earnest Jones IV win the Super Bowl with Seattle!

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What South Carolina position unit will make the biggest step forward from last season to this season? Chris Marler thinks it's the defensive line, and that the level of production and roster construction may mean the best South Carolina D-Line in over a decade. He explains why.

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Joey Aguilar and Trinidad Chambliss fight for another year of college football eligibility—will their battles reshape the NCAA’s rules for good? The SEC squad break down the riveting legal cases, explore the NCAA’s inconsistencies, and debate what extended eligibility could mean for roster spots, NIL deals, and the future of the sport.

The panel tackles the SEC’s move to a nine-game conference schedule and questions if it puts teams at a disadvantage compared to the Big Ten’s cupcake scheduling. Plus, they spotlight Kentucky under new coach Will Stein—can a portal-heavy Wildcats roster reall...

Shane Beamer and Darren Uscher do it again. South Carolina wraps up the 2026 National Signing Day with the highest ranked per player average in program history. The Gamecocks finished with a historic class in a number of ways and we dive into all of them. South Carolina hasn't missed hardly at all this offseason and today was no different. We talk about all of it and what it means moving forward.

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South Carolina may be coming off a 4-8 season, but they have ONE advantage over every other team in the SEC that nobody is talking about. We dive into it and explain the one thing Gamecock fans should be supremely confident in. Plus, we talk about David Pollack's bold take that LaNorris Sellers could take a Fernando Mendoza-esque jump in 2026 from 2025.

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South Carolina has a huge week of recruiting for the 2027 class. Shane Beamer and company are in line for several BIG time OL prospects including 5 Star Max Hiller out of PA and Nate Carson from Irmo. The Gamecocks have been busy all over the country recruiting the 2027 class this week ahead of their big Underclassmen weekend in Columbia.

Plus, burying the lede, but if South Carolina spent as much as we think they did THIS year on LaNorris Sellers, Dylan Stewart, Nyck Harbor, and Jacarrius Peak...then ALL of that money is freed up after this year...

In this episode of the podcast, we break down why LaNorris Sellers is positioned to thrive in Year One under new offensive coordinator Kendal Briles and why history strongly supports that belief.

Briles has a proven track record of maximizing mobile quarterbacks early in their development, and Sellers’ skill set fits the system almost perfectly. We dive into how Briles’ tempo, spacing concepts, QB run usage, and simplified reads can unlock Sellers’ playmaking ability immediately in Columbia.

To support the case, we look at real examples from Briles’ past:

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Dabo Swinney calls out Ole Miss and Pete Golding for tampering. How this impacts the SEC, Ole Miss, and the rest of college football.

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Devastating news from South Carolina baseball as LHP Jake McCoy announced he's out for the year with Tommy John surgery. He was supposed to be the Gamecocks Ace and Friday night starter, but the lefty who throws 98 mph will now miss the entire season. We talk about what it means in a vital year for Paul Mainieri. Then we talk some football and explain why history tells us that LaNorris Sellers' production in year one under Kendal Briles should be HUGE.

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Julian Walker from Dutch Fork earns his fifth star from Rivals/On3 in their final 2026 rankings. He joined three other players signed to South Carolina that ranked in the top 100 nationally and eight total ranked in their final top 300. With these freshman and some massive returning pieces Shane Beamer has four of the ten highest ranked recruits in the history of the program all on THIS roster. What does that mean for 2026? The time to win is now.

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South Carolina has been bad for several years on the offensive line. BUT, their portal additions rank them in the top three nationally in one specific and important stat. Will that translate into finally making a big step forward across the O-Line in 2026? Plus we're joined by Chris Gordy from LockedOn SEC to go over where South Carolina ranks going into 2026 and in winning the offseason. And, we take a peak ahead to the schedule in 2026 and why it might not be nearly as daunting as some people think...

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NIL and tampering are out of control in college football. Ole Miss and Pete Golding were openly tampering for LB Luke Ferrelli, and Dabo Swinney is PISSED. But is he wrong? He called out the system and it may be a win for the sport as a whole if it leads to consequences.

Plus we talk about South Carolina's HUGE women's basketball win over No. 5 Vandy and a look at the preseason baseball practice.

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South Carolina's roster for 2026 is all but set. What is the ceiling for it, and why does it feel like a better version of 2024 the way the roster has been constructed? Also South Carolina demands to get the buyout money for Desmond Umeozulu after he signed a contract with Shane Beamer and South Carolina before transferring to Alabama. Will this be a new trend in an already frustrating NIL/portal era for fans? And finally we close out talking about a tough road loss for South Carolina women's basketball on the road against No. 16 Oklahoma.

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Can Kentucky or Vanderbilt become the SEC’s Indiana and stun college football with a national title run? Chris Gordy and a panel of Locked On hosts debate which SEC underdog could rise next, spotlighting the paths for Kentucky, Vanderbilt, Florida, Auburn, and dark horses like South Carolina and Mississippi State. The crew analyzes the impact of coaching hires like Pete Golding and John Sumrall, the transfer portal’s influence, and why quarterback evaluation—highlighting names like Trinidad Chambers, Deuce Knight, and Lenora Sellers—defines championship potential.

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Indiana winning the national title means something for South Carolina (and everyone else in college football)...no more excuses. Even teams like Indiana can win and win right away so why not USC? Plus we talk about some of the sleepers in this year's transfer portal class.

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A former South Carolina player who originally wanted to return to Columbia out of the portal was told he wouldn't be allowed out of his contract by Syracuse. Two days later he ends up committing to Ole Miss. Plus the redshirt rule could move from four games to nine allowing for more players to keep eligibility. Are there any rules at all anymore?

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The transfer portal closes at midnight on Friday, and South Carolina has struck again. Former Texas RB Christian Clark left Austin as the only back remaining on the roster and the Cheez-It Bowl MVP. He will be playing for Shane Beamer in 2026. Plus a huge surprise player that left, a new QB commit, AND a hoops preview for Sunday.

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South Carolina gets another big time recruit from the transfer portal as former Tennessee EDGE rusher Caleb Herring commits to South Carolina. Herring is a former four star recruit and finished last season with four sacks for the Vols. He was set to visit Texas for an official visit after his trip to Columbia. Darren Uscher and the staff were able to keep that from happening and get him to commit while on campus Thursday. We talk about what kind of impact he can make and how the staff shoved yet another coaching staff in a locker. After we...

SEC chaos reigns as Portal Madness resets the conference quarterback landscape. Which SEC squad lands the crucial transfers, and can Ole Miss secure Trinidad Chambliss after a high-stakes, last-second playoff exit? The transfer portal’s big-money battles shake up rosters, with Sam Leavitt landing at LSU and Cam Coleman taking his talents to Texas. Expert hosts dissect dramatic coaching moves, bold NIL contracts, and which teams—like Kentucky and Auburn—emerge with revamped units ready to compete. Is Tennessee gambling on youth at QB, or will experience and Penn State additions pay off in 2026? The SEC Squad panel breaks down O...