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Kam Sallis exits game's second quarter due to injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 1:54 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Kam Sallis exits game's second quarter due to injury
Summary

Jackson State defensive back Kam Sallis left the game against Tennessee State on August 29 after sustaining an injury in the second quarter. After contributing five tackles, he remained down after a play at JSU's 1-yard line. Medical staff assisted him off the field, and he headed to the locker room with about six minutes left in the half, as Jackson State trailed 14-7. Sallis was projected to be a key player this season, having been named the SWAC Preseason Defensive Player of the Year and earning All-SWAC second team honors in 2025.

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  • •Kam Sallis left game after suffering an injury
  • •He recorded five tackles before exiting
  • •Jackson State trailed Tennessee State 14-7 upon his departure
  • •Sallis is the SWAC Preseason Defensive Player of the Year
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  • 1:54 AMYahoo Sports — Kam Sallis injury update, top Jackson State DB leaves game vs Tennessee State
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Jackson State defensive back Kam Sallis has gone to the locker room after suffering an injury against Tennessee State on Aug. 29

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