URGENT UPDATE: Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris suffered a significant injury during the first half of the game against Wake Forest on November 4, 2023, and has been ruled out for the remainder of the match. The injury occurred in the second quarter when Morris took a hard hit while sliding after a run.
Coach Tony Elliott announced on the team’s radio broadcast at halftime that Morris would not return, raising concerns for the 12th-ranked Cavaliers, who entered the game with an impressive record of 8-1 overall and 5-0 in Atlantic Coast Conference play.
The incident took place with Virginia leading 3-0. On a critical second-and-7 play, Morris rushed for 6 yards before he was hit by two Wake Forest defenders, Travon West and Davaughn Patterson. Although West was penalized for a personal foul, the officials did not assess targeting.
Morris remained on the ground for several moments before slowly making his way to the sideline and ultimately heading to the locker room. Initial observations suggest that this injury is not related to the lingering left shoulder issue that Morris has been managing throughout the season.
As a transfer from North Texas, Morris has been instrumental in leading the Cavaliers to their best start in 35 years. His performance has significantly transformed the team, highlighted by a record-setting game earlier this season where Virginia amassed 700 total yards against William & Mary.
Backup quarterback Daniel Kaelin has stepped in to replace Morris, and fans are anxiously awaiting updates on the status of their star player. The situation remains fluid as the game progresses, and the impact of Morris’s absence could be felt not only in this match but also in the Cavaliers’ playoff aspirations.
Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story unfolds and follow the Cavaliers as they aim to maintain their strong season despite this setback.
