Dylan Stewart and Jacarrius Peak likely to miss South Carolina opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 11:28 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

South Carolina players Dylan Stewart and Jacarrius Peak are expected to miss the season opener against Kent State on September 5. Stewart is recovering from a back injury sustained last season, while Peak injured his knee during a basketball game in February. Head coach Shane Beamer stated that neither injury poses long-term concerns and both players are making progress in their recovery. Stewart has recorded 11 sacks over the past two seasons, and Peak was an All-ACC honorable mention in 2025.
- •Dylan Stewart dealing with a back injury.
- •Jacarrius Peak recovering from a knee injury.
- •Both players likely to miss the September 5 season opener.
- •Stewart has 11 sacks in two seasons at South Carolina.
- •Peak was an All-ACC honorable mention in 2025.
- 11:28 PMYahoo Sports — 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.
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