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Unfortunately the rumors are true. Senior running back Stafon Johnson was injured in a weight lifting accident. While bench-pressing with teammates the bar slipped out of his hands and landed on his throat. He was rushed to the hospital and is undergoing surgery.

Thoughts and prayers to go out to Stafon and his family. We will update you when more information on this terrible situation is confirmed. This really sucks.

BREAKING NEWS: Stafon Johnson suffers throat injury [uscripsit]