South Carolina football hosts Mississippi State to open SEC play tomorrow

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

South Carolina football hosts Mississippi State to open SEC play tomorrow
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South Carolina faces Mississippi State in a key SEC matchup on September 19 at 4:15 p.m. ET. Both teams enter the game with a 2-0 record, having won their previous games decisively. South Carolina beat Towson 45-9, while Mississippi State defeated Minnesota 38-13., this marks the first SEC game for Mississippi State's Kamario Taylor as a starter, contrasting with South Carolina's LaNorris Sellers, who has more experience in conference play. Injuries may impact both squads with players like South Carolina's Dylan Stewart and Jacarrius Peak listed as probable.

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  • South Carolina scored 45 points against Towson in Week 2.
  • Mississippi State had a 38-13 victory over Minnesota.
  • South Carolina is eighth in total defense nationally.
  • Kamario Taylor makes his first SEC road start.
  • Injuries affect both teams' lineups, including key players.
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  • 10:02 AMYahoo SportsMississippi State football vs South Carolina prediction: Will Kamario Taylor get first SEC win?
  • 9:04 AMYahoo SportsSouth Carolina football vs Mississippi State prediction for LaNorris Sellers vs Kamario Taylor
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South Carolina football plays Mississippi State in Week 3 of the 2026 season, which is the start of SEC play. See our picks and predictions.

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Will Mississippi State football start its SEC schedule 1-0? Here's our prediction for the South Carolina game.

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