Eli Drinkwitz updates Ahmad Hardy’s injury status on podcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 6:32 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Missouri football coach Eli Drinkwitz provided updates on running back Ahmad Hardy's injury during a podcast appearance on September 16. Drinkwitz indicated that Hardy's return remains uncertain, stating he has no timetable and is taking things day by day. Hardy was shot in May, undergoing surgery for a femur injury, and has not yet participated in fall camp. Drinkwitz mentioned that Hardy's full recovery is essential before returning to the field. With Hardy out, Jamal Roberts is leading the backfield, while a mid-October return is being tentatively suggested as hopeful.
- •Eli Drinkwitz discussed Ahmad Hardy's injury update on September 16.
- •Hardy was shot in May and has undergone surgery.
- •He has not practiced during fall camp and won't play against Troy.
- •Drinkwitz suggests a mid-October return appears hopeful.
- •Jamal Roberts is currently leading the Missouri backfield.
- 6:32 PMYahoo Sports — ‘You can’t rush it’: Eli Drinkwitz gives Ahmad Hardy injury update in podcast appearance
"Missouri football coach Eli Drinkwitz gave an update on running back Ahmad Hardy’s injury status during an appearance on the Wake Up Barstool podcast.
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