Ethan Hampton reinjures hand as Southern Miss falls to UConn
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:27 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Southern Miss quarterback Ethan Hampton did not play in the second half of a 48-20 loss to UConn on September 19. He aggravated a previous injury to his throwing hand during the first half, which prevented him from effectively holding or throwing the football. Hampton completed 14 of 25 passes for 93 yards and one interception before being replaced by Landry Lyddy, who played the entire second half and passed for 194 yards and one touchdown. Coach Blake Anderson indicated that Hampton's condition will be evaluated moving forward.
- •Ethan Hampton reinjured his throwing hand during the first half.
- •Southern Miss lost 48-20 to UConn on September 19.
- •Landry Lyddy completed 14 of 25 passes for 194 yards in the second half.
- •Hampton has thrown for 326 yards, two touchdowns, and four interceptions this season.
- •Coach Blake Anderson will assess Hampton's injury recovery moving forward.
- 6:27 AMYahoo Sports — Southern Miss football QB Ethan Hampton reinjures hand in loss to UConn
"Southern Miss football quarterback Ethan Hampton did not play in the second half of the Golden Eagles' loss to UConn. Here's why.
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