Mississippi running back Kewan Lacy will miss Saturday’s game against Auburn due to a dislocated shoulder. Head coach Pete Golding confirmed the injury diagnosis on Monday.
Recurring Shoulder Problem
Lacy sustained the injury during a 34-27 loss to Texas on Saturday. This dislocation affects the same shoulder he injured earlier this season against LSU. That previous incident forced him to miss a Week 4 game against Florida. The running back originally injured the shoulder last December and required offseason surgery to repair the joint. He has now reinjured the area twice in a matter of weeks.
Impact On The Season
The recurring injury severely limits Lacy’s availability during a crucial stretch of the season. He has recorded 421 rushing yards and five touchdowns across six games this year. His absence puts his availability for a pivotal match against Georgia on November 7 in serious doubt. The medical team will evaluate his recovery progress over the coming days.
Playoff Implications For Mississippi
The loss to Texas marked Mississippi’s second defeat of the season. The team now faces a highly challenging schedule to remain in College Football Playoff contention. They must navigate upcoming games against Auburn, Georgia, Oklahoma, Wofford and Mississippi State. The coaching staff will need to adjust their offensive strategy without their primary running back.