Shane Beamer: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 29

Why Isn’t Shane Beamer’s Seat on Fire Right Now?

It has been difficult to keep up with the head coaching chaos this season, which may be why someone like South Carolina (3-5) head coach Shane Beamer has slid under-the-radar.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 27

South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer did Alabama a massive disservice after revealing how the Gamecocks slowed down Ty Simpson

Until the fourth quarter on Saturday, the Alabama Crimson Tide offense and quarterback Ty Simpson looked out of sync. A lack of run game, far too many drops, and the occasional uncharacteristic miss from Simpson marred what was far too close a game for three quarters.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / October 27

South Carolina's Blown Chance Against Alabama Leads to Concerns Over the Team's Postseason Play

Saturday's game had all the makings of being the signature win of the season for Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks, but it all came crashing down at the end of regulation and overtime.

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College Football News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / October 23

South Carolina faces steep odds against top five Alabama

The line for this game has dropped some, but oddsmakers still have the fourth ranked Alabama Crimson Tide has big favorites entering Saturday's SEC clash against South Carolina.

College Football News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / October 22

Shane Beamer texted Ty Simpson’s dad while watching film of Alabama

South Carolina’s head coach Shane Beamer said he texted Ty Simpson’s dad while looking at film of the Alabama offense. Beamer has a previous relationship with Simpson and his family, dating back to when the quarterback was a five-star recruit.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 22

South Carolina football’s Shane Beamer makes promise despite disappointing season

South Carolina football has struggled this season to find wins. The Gamecocks are 3-4 on the campaign, and 1-4 in the SEC. South Carolina coach Shane Beamer opened up about the frustrations his team has had this year.

College Football News / EasySportz / October 22

Opinion: Time’s Up for Shane Beamer at South Carolina

Five seasons in, South Carolina football is still stuck in the same place — inconsistent, uninspired, and without direction. When Shane Beamer took over the South Carolina football program in December 2020, he brought energy, charisma and a promise to make the Gamecocks competitive again in the SEC.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / October 21

South Carolina Falls Out Of Playoff Contention - Where Does South Carolina Go From Here?

South Carolina's preseason playoff hopes faded quicker than most expected this season following a rocky 3-4 start, leaving the team searching for answers.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / October 21

South Carolina's Shane Beamer Talks About His Team During Alabama Week

South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer steps to the podium for his weekly press conference as the team prepares for a heavyweight SEC clash against a top-five Alabama Crimson Tide squad.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / October 20

James Franklin Floated as Candidate for Unexpected SEC Job

James Franklin is one of the hottest names on the college football coaching carousel after Penn State fired him following the team's 22-21 Week 7 loss to Northwestern.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 19

Shane Beamer: South Carolina is his 'dream job,' not Virginia Tech

South Carolina coach Shane Beamer told his team on Sunday morning that there is no truth to a report that he's a candidate for the vacant job at Virginia Tech, his alma mater and where his father, Frank Beamer, is a coaching legend.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 19

South Carolina Gamecocks lose 4-star pass-catcher commit after losing to Oklahoma

Shane Beamer and the South Carolina Gamecocks lost a talented prospect in the 2026 class following their loss to the Oklahoma Sooners. That player happens to be tight end Jamel Howse.

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College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / October 19

South Carolina’s Shane Beamer makes ‘dream job’ revelation amid Virginia Tech rumors

Virginia Tech is looking for a new head coach after firing Brent Pry. Current South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer has been connected to the Virginia Tech opening.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / October 19

Why the South Carolina Gamecocks Won't be Crashing the CFP Party in 2025

The South Carolina Gamecocks had an alarming amount of buzz coming into the 2025 season. After finishing the regular season last season at 9-3, including a six game win streak, coach Shane Beamer, his staff, and players all had expectations to be a part of this year’s College Football Playoffs.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 18

South Carolina HC Shane Beamer let all his frustrations out after the game that were caused by the Sooners defense

Last week against the Texas Longhorns, it was hard to look at anything with the Oklahoma Sooners and think positively. This week, the team reminded everyone why they have the best defense in the country.

College Football News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / October 14

Shane Beamer Addresses Media Ahead of Oklahoma Game

South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer on Tuesday as he 3-3 Gamecocks get ready to take on the 5-1 Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday afternoon. The biggest news to come out of Columbia this week has been the firing of offensive line coach Lonnie Teasley.

College Football News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / October 13

Kickoff Time, TV Assignment Announced for Alabama Football at South Carolina

The Alabama Crimson Tide will head to Williams-Brice Stadium in week nine to take on Shane Beamer and the South Carolina Gamecocks on October 25, but have seemingly been spared from the most impactful type of environment in Columbia.

College Football News / LSU Tigers on SI / October 13

LSU Football Eyeing Five-Star, No. 1 Interior Offensive Lineman Pledged to SEC Rival

Richmond (Va.) St. Christopher School five-star offensive lineman Darius Gray revealed a commitment to Shane Beamer and the South Carolina Gamecocks in August after going public with a decision.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / October 9

Shane Beamer Announces 3 Urgent Blows for South Carolina as Season Nearly Over

As per the injury report that dropped on Wednesday, October 8, 11 players combined were there on the South Carolina Gamecocks vs the LSU Tigers’ combined list.

College Football News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Shane Beamer Does His Part to Save South Carolina From SEC Armageddon in Monster Stretch

The South Carolina Gamecocks right now do not have any spare time to catch their breath. Shane Beamer’s boys are now one of the nastiest five-week slates in college football.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 8

Shane Beamer credits 'heavily intoxicated' LSU fans for difficult road environment

Having a home-field advantage in college football is a massive perk to boast about. Sometimes, amplifying the noise and rowdy nature is necessary to get an opponent off balance.

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College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 6

South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer has a theory on why Tennessee Vols fans don't like him

Long before Shane Beamer was the head coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks, he was a graduate assistant with the Tennessee Vols. Beamer, who earned his master's degree from Tennessee, was a graduate assistant on Rocky Top under Phillip Fulmer from 2001 to 2003.

College Football News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / September 29

Breaking Down Shane Beamer as the Potential Next Virginia Tech Head Coach

It's been two weeks since Virginia Tech fired Brent Pry, and there's been a ton of speculation on who could take over in Blacksburg. A ton of names have been thrown around, including program legend Michael Vick, but there's one name that stands out among the rest: Shane Beamer.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / Yardbarker / September 16

South Carolina's Beamer provides injury update on star player

South Carolina HC Shane Beamer provides injury update on star player

He's officially questionable heading into the Mizzou game, but if you read between the lines of what Beamer is saying, it sounds like he may not be ready to go in time.

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College Football News / Yardbarker / September 15

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