Ahmad Hardy cleared to return to Missouri football practice

Missouri Tigers running back Ahmad Hardy is set to return to practice this week following a recovery period from a gunshot wound sustained in May. The All-American player was shot in the upper leg while attending an outdoor concert in Mississippi, which required emergency surgery and caused him to miss the start of the season.

Head coach Eli Drinkwitz announced the update on social media, noting that while Hardy is returning to practice, the medical staff will ultimately determine his timeline for returning to game action. Drinkwitz has previously outlined a requirement for a two-week ramp-up period at full speed before Hardy is considered for competitive play.

Hardy, who rushed for 1,649 yards and 16 touchdowns last season, has been a significant absence for the Tigers' offense. While his return to games remains unconfirmed, the timeline suggests he could potentially be available for the matchup against Texas on November 7.