Ahmad Hardy, the star running back for the University of Missouri football team, is in stable condition after being shot at a concert in Mississippi, school officials confirmed on Monday.
Incident Details
The Missouri football program released a statement announcing that Hardy was shot early Sunday morning. The All-America running back underwent surgery for the gunshot wound later that day. The specific circumstances of the shooting have not yet been disclosed.
Team's Response
“Ahmad is deeply loved by his teammates, coaches, friends, family and fans,” the statement read. “We will continue to stand beside him and his family through this difficult time, offering our love, prayers, strength and support. A timeline for his return to football activities is unknown at this time.”
Missouri has stated that further updates on Hardy’s condition will be provided as more information becomes available.
Player Background
Hardy, 20, earned first-team Associated Press All-America honors last season and was a finalist for the Doak Walker Award, which is given annually to the top running back in college football. He rushed for 1,649 yards last season, ranking second among all Bowl Subdivision players.
Hailing from Oma, Mississippi, Hardy began his college career at Louisiana-Monroe before transferring to Missouri ahead of the 2025 season.
