Report: Gamecocks LB Dylan Stewart to be among highest paid in '26

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South Carolina linebacker Dylan Stewart is returning for his junior season and reportedly will rank among the nation's highest-paid players in 2026.

The All-Southeastern Conference edge rusher confirmed his decision to remain with the Gamecocks via a three-word message posted Tuesday on Instagram: 'Run It Back.'

Stewart is not draft-eligible but there was concer