Virginia running back Perris Jones was taken to a hospital after a violent collision during Thursday’s game against Louisville. Jones was paralyzed on the third-quarter hit.
The traumatic injury overshadowed the fact that Cavaliers wide receiver Malik Washington recovered Jones’ fumble and returned it for a touchdown.
Jones got carted off the field with no movement. However overnight, the University of Virginia provided an amazing update that Jones regained movement in his extremities overnight while at a Louisville hospital.
A fifth-year senior, Jones accumulated 500 yards from scrimmage with two touchdowns on 82 touches this season.
Louisville won the game 31-24. Virginia dropped to a record of 2-8 overall, and 1-5 in the Atlantic Coast Conference. At the moment, all pales in comparison to the health concern surrounding Perris Jones.
