South Carolina’s Dylan Stewart to Miss LSU Game Due to Injury
The South Carolina Gamecocks will be without one of their star defensive players when they host the No. 16 ranked LSU Tigers on Saturday, as freshman edge rusher Dylan Stewart is set to miss the game due to an undisclosed injury.
Stewart, who has been a key force for the Gamecocks’ defense this season, was ruled out following reports of discomfort in practice earlier this week. The true freshman has been a standout in South Carolina’s defense, tallying 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles in his first few games.
Head coach Shane Beamer addressed Stewart’s absence during his Friday press conference. “It’s a tough loss for us, no question,” Beamer said. “Dylan’s been incredible for us on the field, and we were really looking forward to him making a big impact against LSU. But his health comes first, and we’ll work to get him back as soon as possible.”
Stewart’s absence leaves a significant hole in the Gamecocks’ pass rush, which ranks second in the nation in sacks. Known for his speed and power, Stewart had drawn national attention for his ability to disrupt opposing offenses. His matchup against LSU’s offensive tackles was highly anticipated, making his absence a notable storyline ahead of the game.
With LSU’s offense led by a mobile quarterback, Stewart’s presence would have been crucial in applying pressure and containing big plays. The Gamecocks will now look to their depth on the defensive line to fill the void, though replacing Stewart’s unique blend of size, speed, and athleticism will be no easy task.
South Carolina hopes to have Stewart back on the field soon, but for now, they’ll have to find a way to navigate one of their toughest matchups of the season without their standout freshman.
