Rico Dowdle
FILE - In this Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, file photo, then-Colorado State quarterback Collin Hill (15) plays in the third quarter of an NCAA college football game against Colorado, in Denver. New South Carolina offensive coordinator Mike Bobo will work with a very familiar face this season, his longtime passer at Colorado State in Collin Hill. Gamecocks coach Will Muschamp said Hill will start when his team opens up on Sept. 26 against No. 15 Tennessee. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)
South Carolina looks for improvement from revamped offense

By Pete Iacobelli Sep. 22, 2020 04:00 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 11, 2019, file photo, Colorado State coach Mike Bobo watches from the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against New Mexico in Albuquerque, N.M. First-year South Carolina assistant Mike Bobo said Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, he was offended by allegations that anyone on his former Colorado State staff or team say they were abused or treated with racial insensitivity. Bobo had been Colorado State's coach the past five years before getting hired at South Carolina last December. (AP Photo/Andres Leighton, File)
South Carolina seeking improvement in challenging season

By Pete Iacobelli Sep. 01, 2020 08:05 AM EDT

South Carolina RB Lloyd out for year with knee injury

Aug. 20, 2020 12:52 PM EDT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina has lost one of its most anticipated offensive newcomers for the season after tailback MarShawn Lloyd tore the anterior...

South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp walks on the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Clemson, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. Clemson defeated South Carolina 38-3. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford)
AP source: South Carolina demotes OC, fires 2 assistants

By Pete Iacobelli Dec. 01, 2019 11:38 PM EST

South Carolina's Bryan Edwards (89) records a catch against an Appalachian State defender in the second half of an NCAA college football game, on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. (Dwayne McLemore/The State via AP)
Gamecocks visit Texas A&M coming off tough loss

By Kristie Rieken Nov. 15, 2019 02:24 PM EST

South Carolina's Bryan Edwards records a first-half catch against Appalachian State during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. (Dwayne McLemore/The State via AP)
Appalachian St beats Gamecocks 20-15 for 2nd Power Five win

By Pete Iacobelli Nov. 09, 2019 10:55 PM EST

Tennessee wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) runs for yardage as he's chased by South Carolina linebacker Ernest Jones (53) and defensive back Israel Mukuamu (24) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)
Appalachian State seeks Power Five win vs South Carolina

By Pete Iacobelli Nov. 08, 2019 12:15 PM EST

South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp, center, calls for a touchdown against Vanderbilt during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford)
South Carolina beats Vandy 24-7 with Edwards career game

By Jeffrey Collins Nov. 02, 2019 11:01 PM EDT

Vanderbilt head coach Derek Mason celebrates with his team, including Mitchell Pryor (25) and Scott Meyer (59), after Vanderbilt upset Missouri in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. Vanderbilt won 21-14. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Vandy, South Carolina meet, both looking to strong finish

By Pete Iacobelli Nov. 01, 2019 12:05 PM EDT

Vanderbilt head coach Derek Mason watches from the sideline in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
South Carolina faces difficult stretch run for bowl game

By Pete Iacobelli Oct. 31, 2019 11:31 AM EDT

Injured South Carolina RB Dowdle to miss Vanderbilt game

Oct. 29, 2019 02:43 PM EDT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina starting tailback Rico Dowdle will miss his second straight game as he recovers from a sprained right knee. ...

Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt yells at the officials during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Vols' QB uncertainty adds intrigue to South Carolina matchup

By Steve Megargee Oct. 25, 2019 12:00 PM EDT

Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt yells at the officials during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Alabama, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
South Carolina's Muschamp looks to remain perfect vs Vols

By Pete Iacobelli Oct. 24, 2019 11:50 AM EDT

South Carolina's Muschamp expects RB Dowdle to miss game

Oct. 22, 2019 03:05 PM EDT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina coach Will Muschamp doesn't expect injured starting tailback Rico Dowdle to play this week against Tennessee. ...

Tennessee quarterback Brian Maurer (18) walks off the field after being hurt during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Vols' Brian Maurer uncertain for South Carolina game

By Steve Megargee Oct. 21, 2019 03:59 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 9, 2016, file photo, Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, left, and South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp meet on the field before an NCAA college football game in Columbia, S.C. Kirby Smart remembers a time he didn’t feel like he could call Georgia teammate Will Muschamp a good friend. After all, Smart was just starting his playing career in 1994 and Muschamp was a senior. Now they will continue their SEC coaching rivalry when Smart’s No. 3 Georgia team plays Muschamp’s South Carolina team on Saturday. (AP Photo/Rainier Ehrhardt, File)
Smart, No. 3 Georgia look for 4th straight win over Muschamp

By Charles Odum Oct. 11, 2019 11:58 AM EDT

South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp welcomes players back to the sideline after a score against Kentucky during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford)
No. 3 Georgia tries to deflect upset bid from South Carolina

By The Associated Press Oct. 10, 2019 03:07 PM EDT

South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp welcomes players back to the sideline after a score against Kentucky during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford)
South Carolina looks to hit the ground running vs Georgia

By Pete Iacobelli Oct. 10, 2019 11:46 AM EDT

South Carolina wide receiver Bryan Edwards (89) runs with the ball behind a block by Rico Dowdle (5) against Kentucky during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford)
South Carolina looks to build on second win during week off

By Pete Iacobelli Oct. 03, 2019 01:29 PM EDT

Kentucky quarterback Sawyer Smith (12) attempts a pass against South Carolina during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford)
Defense, Dowdle lead South Carolina to 24-7 win vs. Kentucky

By Pete Iacobelli Sep. 28, 2019 11:11 PM EDT