South Carolina's Dylan Stewart returns to practice after suspension

South Carolina edge rusher Dylan Stewart has returned to practice after serving a suspension connected to multiple incidents that occurred during the Gamecocks' game against Alabama, though it remains undecided whether he will be available for South Carolina's upcoming matchup against Florida on Saturday.

Stewart, a key contributor to South Carolina's pass rush, was suspended following the incidents during the Alabama game. Details of the specific conduct that led to the suspension were not elaborated on beyond the fact that it involved multiple incidents during that contest.

Status for Florida game still unclear

While Stewart's return to practice is a positive sign for South Carolina as it prepares for Florida, coaches have not yet determined whether he will be cleared to play in Saturday's game. His potential absence or limited availability would be a notable factor for a Gamecocks defense that relies on his presence off the edge.

South Carolina's coaching staff is expected to make a final determination on Stewart's game-day status closer to kickoff, weighing both his practice performance this week and any lingering conditions tied to his suspension.

The outcome will be closely watched by South Carolina fans given Stewart's importance to the team's pass-rush production this season.