Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy Progressing in Recovery After Gunshot Wounds
Ahmad Hardy injury update: Eli Drinkwitz says Missouri RB walking, doing physical therapy

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Missouri Tigers running back Ahmad Hardy is recovering after being shot in the upper leg while attending a concert in Laurel, Mississippi. Coach Eli Drinkwitz reported that Hardy is now walking and undergoing physical therapy in Columbia, Missouri, following surgery and hospitalization.
- 01Ahmad Hardy was shot while leaving a concert in Laurel, Mississippi, and was described as an 'innocent bystander' by the Laurel Police Department.
- 02Hardy led the Southeastern Conference (SEC) last season with 1,649 rushing yards and set a program record with 16 rushing touchdowns.
- 03He is currently doing physical therapy three times a day as part of his rehabilitation process.
- 04A suspect connected to the shooting was apprehended in Paducah, Kentucky, and is awaiting extradition.
- 05Missouri Athletics has expressed ongoing support for Hardy and his family during this challenging time.
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Ahmad Hardy, the Missouri Tigers running back, is making significant strides in his recovery after being shot in the upper leg while attending a concert in Laurel, Mississippi. Following the incident, Hardy underwent surgery and was initially hospitalized in Mississippi before being transferred to a facility in Columbia, Missouri. As of May 16, Missouri head coach Eli Drinkwitz reported that Hardy is walking and participating in physical therapy three times daily. Hardy, who was an innocent bystander during the shooting, had an impressive season last year, leading the Southeastern Conference (SEC) with 1,649 rushing yards and scoring 16 rushing touchdowns, a record for the program. The Laurel Police Department has confirmed that a suspect has been taken into custody in Paducah, Kentucky, and is awaiting extradition. Missouri Athletics has released a statement expressing their continued support for Hardy and his family, emphasizing the love and strength from his teammates and fans during this difficult time. A timeline for Hardy's return to football activities remains uncertain, but updates will be provided as they become available.
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Hardy’s recovery is significant for the Missouri Tigers football team as they prepare for the upcoming season, relying on his skills as a top running back.
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