Former UGA OL Commit Sets South Carolina Official Visit

Albany (Ga.) Westover three-star IOL Kyson Mallard will see the Gamecocks on May 1.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Yet another class of 2027 offensive line target has set an official visit with the South Carolina Gamecocks. Albany (Ga.) Westover three-star IOL Kyson Mallard, who previously committed to Georgia but decommitted last month, will visit South Carolina on May 1.

Why it matters

South Carolina is looking to bolster its offensive line for the 2027 class, and landing a commitment from Mallard would be a significant recruiting win for the Gamecocks program.

The details

Mallard, a 6-foot-5, 310-pound prospect, is the No. 450 overall player and No. 33 IOL in the 2027 cycle according to the Rivals Industry Ranking. He has also set an official visit to Louisville for May 29. South Carolina offered Mallard in May of last year.

  • Mallard will visit South Carolina on May 1, 2026.
  • Mallard will visit Louisville on May 29, 2026.

The players

Kyson Mallard

A three-star interior offensive lineman from Albany (Ga.) Westover, Mallard previously committed to Georgia but decommitted last month.

South Carolina Gamecocks

The South Carolina football program is looking to bolster its offensive line for the 2027 recruiting class.

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What’s next

Mallard's visits to South Carolina and Louisville will be key in determining where he ultimately decides to play college football.

The takeaway

South Carolina is aggressively pursuing offensive line talent in the 2027 class, and landing a commitment from a former Georgia commit like Mallard would be a significant recruiting win for the Gamecocks.