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Illinois Running Back Javari Barnett Carted Off With Leg Injury Against Maryland

Illinois Running Back Javari Barnett Carted Off With Leg Injury Against Maryland
Other Sports · 15:09:06 - Sunday, 8 November 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini running back Javari Barnett was carted off the field after suffering a leg injury during the team's game against the Maryland Terrapins on October 31, 2026, at SECU Stadium in College Park, Maryland.

The injury occurred when Barnett, wearing number 24, was tackled by Maryland linebacker Daniel Wingate (number 1). Barnett was unable to put weight on his leg and was subsequently removed from the field on a medical cart.

The game took place on October 31, 2026. Further updates on Barnett's condition are awaited.

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