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Ahmad Hardy injury and return to Missouri football

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2026-11-01 04:45 UTC → 2026-11-03 22:58 UTC · added ~~removed~~

Missouri Tigers running back Ahmad Hardy, who sustained a gunshot wound to his upper leg during an outdoor concert in Mississippi in May, has begun his recovery process to return to the field. After missing the start of the season and undergoing emergency surgery, Hardy was cleared to return to practice in late October. Following a ramp-up period, Hardy returned to full practice on Monday, October 26. While medical staff maintained control over his specific game timeline, he was expected to make his season debut against the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday, October 31. ~~Head coach Eli Drinkwitz noted that medical staff would determine Hardy’s specific role and readiness, with reports suggesting he might have a limited role in the matchup.~~ Hardy officially made his season debut during the ~~game against Arkansas,~~ game, appearing in the first ~~quarter. He saw limited usage,~~ quarter and recording two carries for five ~~yards. The Tigers have relied on~~ yards in a 34-10 victory. Head coach Eli Drinkwitz is now managing Hardy’s reintegration into the offense without disrupting the rhythm established by senior Jamal Roberts. Roberts ~~in his absence, who recorded 12 carries for 84~~ has served as the primary every-down back this season, recording 1,005 rushing yards and ~~a touchdown in~~ nine touchdowns. Looking ahead to critical matchups against Texas, Georgia, and Kentucky, Drinkwitz indicated that the ~~contest. Hardy enters this return following~~ coaching staff may implement a ~~standout previous season where he earned consensus first-team All-America honors.~~ more frequent rotation between Roberts and Hardy as they navigate the schedule and potential College Football Playoff contention.

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