Hardy’s Injury Threatens Missouri’s Rise

Ole Miss faces a pivotal home showdown against Missouri on October seventeenth, with playoff hopes hanging in the balance after two brutal road games. Missouri brings a dangerous roster led by Mississippi native Ahmad Hardy — a Heisman contender and top NFL prospect sidelined by a gunshot wound, though his return could shake up the game. Hardy’s absence or presence looms large, as he’s a top-tier RB just behind Ole Miss’s Kewan Lacy. Missouri’s defense is anchored by savvy linebacker Nicholas Rodriguez and elite offensive lineman Cayden Green, while cornerback Chris Graves Jr., a former Ole Miss standout, seeks redemption against his old team. This matchup is primed for fireworks — and potential upsets. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/6ad87bee6eaf084b