Tennessee RB Daune Morris involved in car crash & flipped car, according to police report
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A CFB running back has suffered a serious injury following a car accident that left his vehicle overturned, according to a police report released by authorities.
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Tennessee Volunteers running back Daune Morris, 19, was cited for reckless driving after a crash shortly after midnight Friday morning. The sophomore suffered a broken leg and will miss the remainder of the 2026 season.
According to the Knoxville Police Department, Morris was driving a 2021 Dodge Charger northbound on Kingston Pike from North Gallaher View Road with two other occupants inside the vehicle.
UPDATE: Tennessee RB Daune Morris cited for reckless driving following a car crash, per police report. He struck a fire hydrant and four parked cars in a collision that flipped his vehicle on its roof. Morris will miss the Texas A&M game. https://t.co/NiCWARPFU9
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As he attempted to make a right turn and accelerate, the vehicle’s traction control was reportedly turned off, causing the rear wheels to spin and lose traction.
Morris subsequently lost control, striking a fire hydrant and four parked vehicles in a nearby parking lot. The collision caused the Charger to flip onto its roof.
Police confirmed that no drugs or alcohol were involved in the accident.
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Morris suffers broken leg and will miss rest of season
Tennessee running back Daune Morris (17) carries the ball downfield for a touchdown against Kentucky during a college football game between Tennessee and Kentucky on Nov. 7, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee.Following the collision, Morris was transported to UT Medical Center for evaluation. He suffered non-life-threatening injuries, including a broken leg.
The injury means Morris will not travel with Tennessee for Saturday’s matchup against Texas A&M and will miss the remainder of the season.
The loss is a significant setback for the Volunteers, considering Morris has been an important contributor to their offensive attack this year.
The Chattanooga native has rushed for 434 yards and three touchdowns, making him Tennessee’s second-leading rusher. He has also contributed six receptions for 35 yards.
With Morris sidelined, Javin Gordon could receive an increased opportunity in the Volunteers’ backfield.
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Police records reveal previous driving charges
Tennessee running back Daune Morris (17) carries the ball while grabbed by Kennesaw State defensive back Perry Fisher (0) during a college football game on Sept. 19, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee.The latest incident also comes after Morris faced separate driving-related charges earlier this fall.
According to court records, he was charged on October 4 with speeding and failure to exercise due care while driving.
Morris pleaded guilty to both charges, and the case was concluded on October 16.
Now, following Friday’s accident, the young running back faces an extended absence from football as he begins recovering from his broken leg.
Tennessee will have to adjust its backfield rotation for the remainder of the season without one of its leading rushing contributors.
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