South Carolina receiver Nyck Harbor exits game against Kent State with injury

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Last updated Sep 5, 2026

South Carolina receiver Nyck Harbor exits game against Kent State with injury
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South Carolina wide receiver Nyck Harbor left the field during the second quarter of the season opener against Kent State on September 5. The injury occurred after Harbor bumped helmets with a defensive player while blocking on the perimeter. Although he walked off the field under his own power without assistance, he appeared shaky following the collision. Harbor did not return to the game before halftime, remaining on the sidelines with his helmet on near coach Mike Furrey. South Carolina led Kent State 22-0 at the time of the incident, with the team scoring a 29-yard touchdown from Donovan Murph on the same drive. No further details regarding his medical status were immediately provided by the team.

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  • Nyck Harbor left the game against Kent State during the second quarter.
  • The receiver sustained a helmet-to-helmet collision while blocking.
  • Harbor walked off the field without help but remained on the sidelines.
  • South Carolina led 22-0 when the play occurred.
  • Donovan Murph caught a 29-yard touchdown pass following the sequence.
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  • 6:17 PMYahoo SportsNyck Harbor injury update: South Carolina football star WR leaves game vs Kent State
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South Carolina football star receiver Nyck Harbor didn't come back into the game right before halftime after bumping helmets with a Kent State player.

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