Miami RB Duke Johnson Sidelined, Possible Concussion
By Kyle Kensing
Sep 28, 2013; Tampa, FL, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Duke Johnson (8) runs with the ball during the first quarter against the South Florida Bulls at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Miami running back Duke Johnson was removed from the Hurricanes’ non-conference tilt with USF Saturday, suffering from what is initially being reported as a concussion. However, the standout sophomore could return per various reports.
#WQAM's Josh Darrow says #UM RB Duke Johnson had king-devick concussion test performed and he passed it. Will return
— Manny Navarro (@Manny_Navarro) September 28, 2013
Johnson had six rushes for 36 yards at the time of his removal from the lineup. His services may not be needed for the Hurricanes, which built an early 21-7 lead over the hapless Bulls. Quarterback Stephen Morris was 8-of-11 for 188 yards with two touchdowns at the time of publish.