Freshman running back John Hebert is out for the entire season, confirmed Monday by coach Willie Fritz. This is just a crushing blow for a young player who was already making his mark early in the year.
The Play That Ended It All
Hebert suffered an apparent lower leg injury on kickoff coverage late in Saturday’s win against UCF. Can you believe it? Out there making a play for his team on special teams, and boom, his season is over. It’s the kind of luck that just absolutely guts you, especially for a freshman trying to establish himself. The news came down quickly on Monday, making it official.
Flashes of Brilliance Cut Short
Before this brutal setback, Hebert, a graduate of Strake Jesuit, was already showing what he could do on the field. He played in just three games this season, but in that short time, he rushed for 65 yards on five carries, picking up one touchdown. He wasn’t just a runner, either, snagging a 20-yard touchdown catch. Plus, he was a force on special teams, returning four kicks for 100 yards. The kid was involved and making things happen for his team.
It’s a tough pill to swallow for any player, but for a freshman with so much promise, it’s gotta sting. We’re talking about a guy who was contributing in multiple phases of the game. Here’s hoping Hebert gets a full and speedy recovery, and we see him back on the field, making big plays again next season.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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