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Gamecocks getting defensive starter back, secondary still big issue

D.J. Wonnum returned to the practice field for South Carolina on Sunday night and is expected to take the field for the Gamecocks on Saturday when they take on Tennessee.

“This guy is an edge setter,” South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp said. “He’s got a presence on our defense. He’s got leadership ability. He’s got pass rush ability. He brings an awful lot.”

Wonnum has missed the last five games after suffering ligament damage in his ankle in a season-opening win over Coastal Carolina. The Gamecocks (3-3 overall, 2-3 SEC) take on Tennessee (3-4, 1-3) on Saturday at 7:30 p.