Williams-Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina, is a tough venue for any visiting team, especially during a night game. The Gamecocks’ defense is relentless, ranking 3rd in the SEC and 16th nationally against the run—allowing just under 102 yards per game and only 2.82 yards per carry. This could present serious challenges for Texas A&M’s strong ground game.

South Carolina is also a force at pressuring quarterbacks, ranking 3rd in the nation with 28 total sacks and an average of 4 sacks per game. This relentless pass rush could disrupt Texas A&M’s offensive flow, particularly if they’re forced to rely on a less experienced quarterback.

Against the spread (ATS), South Carolina has been hot, covering in five of its last six games. In contrast, Texas A&M has struggled, covering only three times in their last 11 games.