South Carolina edge rusher Dylan Stewart has been suspended indefinitely by coach Shane Beamer after throwing a punch at an Alabama player during Saturday's loss, per multiple outlets. Yahoo Sports reported that Stewart's punch was directed at Alabama tight end Josh Ford and that he was not ejected for the infraction. Stewart also argued with coaches on the sideline and drew Beamer's criticism for loafing during the game, according to CBS Sports.
Stewart is regarded as a potential top-10 pick in next year's draft. According to Yahoo Sports, he will miss South Carolina's Oct. 3 home game against No. 24 Kentucky, with a ruling on his future status expected within two days. The suspension comes as the Gamecocks fell to 0-2 in SEC play.