Sources: Missouri RB Hardy to make season debut vs. Arkansas (0:42)

Missouri All-American tailback Ahmad Hardy is set to make his season debut this weekend at Arkansas , sources told ESPN.

Hardy is not going to start, but he's expected to get a handful of carries, sources said.

Hardy has been out since May after dealing with the various injuries from being struck by a bullet in May. Hardy returned to practice this week, and he's now set to make his 2026 debut.

Hardy led the SEC in rushing last season with 1,649 yards. He averaged 6.4 yards per carry and finished with 16 touchdowns.…