Hardy Out for Opener, Roberts Steps Up | Missouri Tigers Football News

Missouri’s star running back Ahmad Hardy will miss the season opener after recovering from a May gunshot wound—he was an innocent bystander in a Mississippi car accident. Though medically cleared in July, he hasn’t completed the full ramp-up to return, and the coaching staff wants two weeks of full-speed practice before risking his health. Hardy, who led the SEC in rushing last year with 1,649 yards and 16 TDs, is expected to be replaced by Jamal Roberts, who had 753 yards and 6 TDs last season. The Tigers also lose starting left tackle Cayden Green to injury. No return date is set for Hardy, but the team is moving cautiously to ensure he’s fully ready. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/840c45001e407c7c