The short version: Texas A&M (4-4) visits No. 23 South Carolina (5-3) for a 3 PM kickoff at Williams-Brice.

Game info
When	Sat, Nov. 7, 3:00 PM ET
TV	ESPN
Where	Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, S.C.

Part 1: Watching at Home

How to watch

Kickoff is Sat, Nov. 7, 3:00 PM ET on ESPN.

The storyline

LaNorris Sellers is a threat as both a passer and a runner. A&M needs a win to keep its season on track. South Carolina opened as a 7-point favorite.

Key players

Team	Player	Season so far
SC	QB LaNorris Sellers	1,849 pass yards, 16 TD; 603 rush yards, 6 TD
SC	WR Mazeo Bennett Jr.	431 rec. yards, 4 TD
TAMU	QB Marcel Reed	1,390 pass yards, 8 TD, 8 INT
TAMU	RB K.J. Edwards	360 rush yards
TAMU	WR Isaiah Horton	314 rec. yards, 3 TD

Season stats as of Nov. 1 from AP, ESPN and official team pages.

What to watch for

• Sellers’ legs. He’s run for 600 yards this season.
• Reed’s turnovers. He’s thrown 8 interceptions.

Watch-party menu

• Gamecocks side: Carolina mustard barbecue and shrimp and grits.
• Aggies side: Texas brisket tacos.
• Timing: a mid-afternoon kickoff.

Hosting a watch party? A slow cooker keeps the main dish warm all game, and party platters make serving easy. Keep drinks cold in a cooler so nobody misses a play. Hang a South Carolina Gamecocks flag or an Texas A&M Aggies flag for the house divided, and a soundbar helps you hear the crowd.

Part 2: Traveling to the Game

Heads up: Stadium construction may limit movement on the ground level until kickoff. Use the gate listed on your ticket.

Gates and entry

Use the gate assigned on your digital ticket.

Bag policy

• Clear bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, a one-gallon zip bag, or a small clutch.
• No backpacks or larger purses.

Parking and tailgating

• Gamecock Park opens 6 hours before kickoff. Other lots open 5 hours before. No lot opens before 8 AM.
• Fairgrounds tailgating runs from 5 hours before kickoff to 2 hours after the game. Keep tents inside your space.

Where to eat and stay

Look for hotels in the Vista and downtown Columbia.

Weather

Columbia afternoons in November are usually mild, but check for rain. Check the National Weather Service forecast the day before.

Rules can change. Check the official athletics site during game week.

What to pack

Driving in? A phone mount and a car charger keep the directions running, and car games for kids help on a long drive. Flying in? A neck pillow helps on the flight, and a packable rain poncho fits in a pocket.

At the stadium: Pack a clear stadium bag that fits the 12 x 6 x 12 limit. Bring a seat cushion for the bleachers and a portable power bank so your phone ticket doesn’t die.

Tailgating: Set up a 10×10 canopy (most lots cap tents at that size), some folding chairs and a cornhole set. Where the rules allow it, a portable propane grill takes care of lunch. Rep your team with South Carolina Gamecocks gear or Texas A&M Aggies gear.

Places near the stadium

Where to eat

• Lizard’s Thicket: Southern home cooking, with a location near the stadium.
• Motor Supply Co. Bistro: A farm-to-table spot in the Vista since 1989.

Where to stay

• Hotel Trundle: A boutique hotel downtown off Main Street.

We checked that these places exist and have working official websites as of Nov. 2, 2026. Hours change on game weekends, so check before you go. These are not paid or affiliate links.

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Sources: Williams-Brice logistics, Williams-Brice parking, Stadium rules, AP preview. Ranks from the AP Top 25 released Nov. 1, 2026. Times ET.

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