Tennessee football RB Daune Morris involved in car wreck, out for Texas A&M

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Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Tennessee football RB Daune Morris involved in car wreck, out for Texas A&M
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Tennessee running back Daune Morris was involved in a car wreck late on November 12 and will miss the game against Texas A&M on November 14. Morris, a key backup, has rushed for 434 yards and three touchdowns this season. The Vols are already without starting left guard Nic Moore and defensive end Tyree Weathersby due to injuries. With Morris unavailable, Tulane transfer Javin Gordon is expected to step in as the next running back in the rotation behind Heisman candidate DeSean Bishop. Tennessee is currently ranked No. 9 and has a record of 7-2 in the SEC.

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  • •Morris will miss the November 14 game against Texas A&M.
  • •He has contributed 434 rushing yards and three touchdowns this season.
  • •Tennessee has lost key players, including left guard Nic Moore and defensive end Tyree Weathersby.
  • •Javin Gordon is expected to take on a larger role in the backfield.
  • •Tennessee is ranked No. 9 with a record of 7-2.
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Tennessee running back Daune Morris was involved in a car wreck late on Nov. 12, a source told Knox News, and he will miss the Texas A&M game.

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