College football player kicked off team after arrest in South Carolina

Davonte Miles, a defensive lineman for the University of South Carolina, has been dismissed from the Gamecocks football team following his arrest. Miles was stopped by Richland County deputies near Williams-Brice Stadium for an improperly displayed tag and a window tint violation. During the stop, deputies reportedly smelled marijuana, conducted a search, and discovered 20 bags of a substance believed to be marijuana, along with a gun. Miles, 22, was charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana and was taken into custody before being released. The university confirmed his removal from the team on February 12, and he was subsequently taken off the team's online roster. Miles, originally from Michigan, transferred to South Carolina from Bowling Green State University and played 11 games in the 2025 season.