Tennessee Running Back Daune Morris Out Against Texas A&M

Tennessee running back Daune Morris is out for the Vols’ game against Texas A&M after a car accident on November 12 left him with a leg injury. He may not return this season.

His season totals are 434 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 66 carries, ranking second on Tennessee in rushing. He had earlier season highs of 116 yards and a touchdown against Kennesaw State, and 98 yards and a touchdown against Georgia Tech.

Last week, Morris broke off a 66-yard touchdown run in the first quarter against Kentucky. He finished that game with 85 yards on five carries, helping Tennessee take an early lead.

His role had decreased for a stretch, but he continued contributing through blocking and by giving DeSean Bishop breaks on important drives. Morris is now unavailable for the Texas A&M game, with his status beyond that still uncertain.