South Carolina has made it official.

The SEC program announced on social media Thursday that Penn State running backs coach Stan Drayton will be a member of South Carolina’s 2026 staff in a similar role. Drayton will also have the title of assistant head coach.

Let's get it!

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Pete Nakos of On3 had reported earlier in the week that South Carolina was “targeting” Drayton for a 2026 job.

Drayton was hired by the Nittany Lions ahead of the 2025 season, primarily to work with veteran running backs Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton.

Allen led Penn State in rushing with 1,303 yards and 15 rushing scores. Allen also passed Evan Royster late in the regular season to become the program’s a

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