Shane Beamer calls out “a team” for faking injuries, and it’s pretty obvious who he’s referring to

In the ongoing SEC drama, Shane Beamer’s feelings toward Lan Kiffin’s Ole Miss Rebels are no secret.

Had Shane Beamer’s South Carolina Gamecocks avoided their dismal performance against Ole Miss, there’s a good chance they could have made it into the College Football Playoff. Both teams ended the season with identical 9-3 (5-3) records, just shy of the playoff cut. South Carolina, playing some of their best football late in the season, was left on the outside looking in.

However, months after the season ended, Beamer is still airing his grievances about the Rebels’ tactics.

“A team that we played this season — it’s amazing how many times they had an injury on defense after the opposing offense made a first down on an explosive play and had some momentum,”

Beamer shared with Pete Nakos of On3. It’s clear who Beamer is referring to, as Ole Miss has had a reputation for faking injuries to slow down the game — a tactic often employed by their defense.

Under Kiffin, Ole Miss has typically been a high-powered offensive team, but defensively, they’ve struggled. Beamer’s frustration stems from this, as it seems the Rebels’ injury antics came at the most inconvenient times for his Gamecocks, typically after big plays that shifted momentum.

Looking ahead, South Carolina might be a stronger team next season, but Ole Miss still has a formula to beat them, particularly when they find themselves in high-scoring shootouts. With LaNorris Sellers being a significant part of the Gamecocks’ offensive game, it can be difficult for them to come from behind once they’re trailing in a fast-paced game.

With the SEC schedule flipping this season, South Carolina is set to face Ole Miss again this fall, and this rivalry is one that’s bound to get even more interesting.

Lane Kiffin is no stranger to controversy, and his reputation as a troll is well-known. While his antics may have sometimes overshadowed Ole Miss’ playoff aspirations, there’s no denying his ability to elevate the program. Yet, some argue his personality might also hold them back from reaching their true potential.

On the other hand, while Beamer has restored South Carolina to relevance, his team has still faced a few tough losses each season. The game against Ole Miss last year was arguably their worst, and while the Gamecocks have pulled off some impressive wins, Beamer’s aggressive attitude might sometimes be more bark than bite.

At the end of the day, there’s something special about these teams — two that don’t meet often enough in SEC play — showing a little extra edge. Rivalries in the SEC are legendary, and while some secondary rivalries may be more compelling than others, the emergence of this Ole Miss-South Carolina feud is one that adds more excitement to the league.

In the end, only one of these teams will come out on top when they face off this season, and that’s what makes this rivalry so compelling.