South Carolina Gamecocks Face Alabama in 2026

The South Carolina Gamecocks are set to face Alabama in 2026, after a disappointing 4-8 season.

What happened in 2025?

The Gamecocks struggled in 2025, finishing 109th in total offense.

They allowed 43 sacks and had a poor rushing record, ranking 119th in FBS.

Who are the key players?

LaNorris Sellers will lead the charge as quarterback, with edge rusher Dylan Stewart on the other side of the ball.

Sellers threw for 2,437 yards and 13 touchdowns with eight interceptions in 2025.

What's the current state of the team?

The Gamecocks have a new offensive line, with all five projected starters being transfers.

Redshirt sophomore Matt Fuller is expected to be the starting running back.

Nyck Harbor will likely be Sellers' top target, after catching 30 passes for 618 yards and six touchdowns in 2025.

The Gamecocks also have a solid defense, with Justin Okoronkwo and Fred Johnson at linebacker.

Dylan Stewart is a major disrupter for opposing offenses, with 22.5 tackles for loss and 11 sacks over the last two seasons.

What comes next for the Gamecocks?

The Gamecocks' next game is against Kent State Golden Flashes on September 5, 2026.

They will face Alabama on September 26, 2026, at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

The Gamecocks are looking to get back on track after falling just short of the College Football Playoff in 2024.

Shane Beamer, the sixth-year head coach, will look to turn things around with his new offense and defense.

The Gamecocks have the talent and the experience to make a comeback in 2026.

With Sellers and Stewart leading the charge, they could be a force to be reckoned with in the SEC.

The Gamecocks' fans will be watching closely as they take on Alabama and the rest of their schedule in 2026.