South Carolina EDGE Dylan Stewart suspended indefinitely after Alabama loss
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Key Points:
- South Carolina defensive end Dylan Stewart has been suspended indefinitely following multiple off-field incidents during the team's 49-18 loss to No. 8 Alabama, including throwing a punch at an opposing player.
- Coach Shane Beamer emphasized that Stewart's suspension is due to violations beyond the punch, highlighting the program's standards of conduct.
- Stewart, a highly touted five-star recruit and potential first-round NFL pick, has been a key player for South Carolina, recording 22.5 tackles for loss and 11 sacks over his first two seasons.
- The suspension comes amid a challenging start to the season for South Carolina, which holds a 2-2 record and is 0-2 in SEC play, facing three consecutive games against ranked opponents.
- Retaining key players like Stewart was a priority for the program, but the team's struggles and Stewart's suspension raise concerns about the future of both the player and coach Beamer's job security.
