Shane Beamer and the No. 24 South Carolina Gamecocks (2-1) are gearing up for a high-stakes SEC showdown with the No. 22 Missouri Tigers (3-0) this week in Columbia, MO.
With ESPN’s Football Power Index favoring Mizzou at a staggering 80.2% compared to South Carolina’s 19.8%, can Beamer’s squad pull off an upset?
Missouri enters matched up riding high on a dominant 52-10 victory over the Rajun Cajuns, showcasing an explosive offense that seems to be firing on all cylinders. Quarterback Beau Pribula had a standout performance, throwing for 174 yards with 2 touchdowns and one interception on an impressive 68.2% completion rate.
Adding to the offensive firepower, running back Ahmad Hardy racked up 250 rushing yards on just 22 carries, scoring three times on the ground. Wide receiver Kevin Coleman Jr. was another key player, hauling in 8 receptions for 84 yards, proving that Mizzou’s offense is both dynamic and dangerous.
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On the other side of the field, South Carolina is looking to rebound after a disappointing loss to Vanderbilt. Backup quarterback Luke Doty completed 18 of his 27 passes for only 148 yards, along with one interception and no touchdowns. Starting quarterback LaNorris Sellers missed most of the game due to an apparent head injury and his status for Saturday is not yet known. Of course, Sellers’ potential absence is not factored into FPI’s projection.
The showdown between South Carolina and Missouri kicks off at 6:00 p.m. from Columbia, MO
Lee Ann joins the Saturday Down South team, bringing over fifteen years of experience covering the SEC as both a sports journalist and football scout. With her keen eye for talent, she has also flexes her skills as the Director of Recruiting for the Rebel Walk( Ole Miss) Herring, is a staff writer at USA Today Sports Wildcats Wire, where she dives into the thrilling world of Kentucky football and basketball. When fall rolls around, you can catch her on air as an analyst for the Wake up 502 College Football Show on Big X Sports Radio 96.1 FM—because who doesn't love a good game day chat? A proud Brown University alum, Lee Ann balances her time between the sidelines and press box with her passion for coaching her boys' youth lacrosse and savoring a fine glass of bourbon alongside a good cigar. So, whether she's dissecting plays or rallying the next generation of athletes, Lee Ann is your spirited insider ready to tackle all things SEC!
