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Memphis' John Broussard Jr. Injured in Shooting; Damonte Coxie a Witness

Memphis Tigers defensive back John Broussard Jr. was reportedly shot in the leg Sunday night.

Jeni DiPrizio of Local 24 News in Memphis, Tennessee, reported the news, noting wide receiver Damonte Coxie was listed as a witness.

"We have been made aware of an incident that occurred involving some student-athletes at an off-campus location," the Memphis athletic department said in a Friday statement, per Evan Barnes of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. "The student-athletes are safe, and the incident will not impact participation in our game against Arkansas State University tomorrow. We are unable to comment further at this time.