With the season barely underway, the South Carolina Gamecocks will hit the road and open SEC play this weekend against the No. 16 Arkansas Razorbacks, their one-time “permanent” rivals and a program that is on the rise. The Hawgs present an early and immediate challenge, and we could learn a lot about the mettle of this South Carolina squad when it’s all said and done. Here are a few keys:
Get off to a better start offensively. For fans eager to get a look at South Carolina’s new offense, last week was a mixed bag at best.