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**Headline: LSU Running Game Takes Hit: Leading Rusher Durham Out vs. Ole Miss**

**Oxford, MS** – LSU’s ground attack faces a significant challenge as they head to Ole Miss this Saturday, with leading rusher Caden Durham sidelined due to an ankle injury. Durham, who sustained the injury in last week’s victory over SE Louisiana, was unable to recover sufficiently despite limited practice sessions throughout the week. Sources indicate he struggled with the injury during Friday’s final walk-through.

Durham’s absence is a blow to an already struggling LSU rushing offense, which currently ranks 111th nationally, averaging just 116.8 yards per game – the second-worst in the SEC. He has accumulated 213 yards on 52 carries so far this season.

In Durham’s place, LSU is expected to rely more heavily on sophomore Ju’Juan Johnson and junior Kaleb Jackson. Harlem Berry, the team’s second-leading rusher with 87 yards, will also likely see increased playing time.

Despite the setback in the running game, there is positive news for the Tigers. Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier has recovered from a torso injury and is expected to be at full strength, bolstering LSU’s passing attack, which ranks among the nation’s best. The news comes as Ryan Clark is fired up ahead of LSU’s trip to Ole Miss on Saturday. LSU will need Nussmeier and the passing game to compensate for the loss of Durham and ignite the ground game.

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