Shane Beamer isn’t surprised by South Carolina’s offensive line departures, and here’s why

Fansided | January 5, 2026

After a disappointing 4–8 season, Shane Beamer wasn’t surprised by South Carolina’s offensive line departures and explains the reset underway in Columbia.

Nov 22, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer leads his team onto the field before their game against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images | Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

On Saturday, starting left tackle Josiah Thompson announced via social media that he will enter the Transfer Portal, marking one of the more significant departures of the transfer cycle for the South Carolina Gamecocks Football program.