Will Campbell vs. Dylan Stewart: Key Position Battle in LSU vs. South Carolina Matchup
Baton Rouge, LA– In a sport as team-oriented as college football, it’s easy to overlook individual matchups. But this weekend, one position battle demands the spotlight: LSU’s star offensive lineman, Will Campbell, versus South Carolina’s 5-star freshman phenom, Dylan Stewart. It’s a collision of talent that could define the game and set the tone for the rest of their seasons.
Will Campbell, a consensus first-round NFL pick, has been a brick wall for the Tigers. His 6’6”, 325-pound frame moves with the kind of agility that leaves scouts and analysts alike in awe. Campbell doesn’t just protect the blindside; he dominates. On the season, he’s been nothing short of elite, boasting a pass block grade of 82.6 (per Pro Football Focus) with 0 allowed pressures on 83 pass block snaps. The man is a fortress, plain and simple.
But every great wall eventually meets a challenge, and this weekend, Campbell faces a test in the form of South Carolina’s freshman sensation, Dylan Stewart. Stewart is no ordinary freshman. With a pass rush grade of 94, nine quarterback pressures, 2.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles in just two games, Stewart has already announced himself as a potential future superstar. His explosiveness off the edge is the kind that makes you sit up and pay attention. One misstep from Campbell, and Stewart will make him pay.
This matchup isn’t just about talent—it’s about timing and trajectory. Campbell is a seasoned vet, and Stewart, a freshman who’s eager to prove he belongs at the top. Will Campbell’s experience and technique be enough to neutralize the raw power and speed of Stewart, or will the young bull announce his arrival in a major way?
With both LSU and South Carolina looking to gain momentum this season, the outcome of this battle could very well tip the scales. One thing is for sure: all eyes will be on Campbell and Stewart when they line up across from each other. Will the veteran hold his ground, or will the newcomer steal the show?
Only time will tell.
