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Mark Fletcher injury update only adds to Miami's worries with Malachi Toney out

Mark Fletcher injury update: Star Miami RB goes down in the middle of Duke battle
ByPatrick Previty
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Nov 14, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr. (4) runs with the football against Duke Blue Devils defensive back Evan Smith (4) and cornerback Landan Callahan (3) during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Nov 14, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr. (4) runs with the football against Duke Blue Devils defensive back Evan Smith (4) and cornerback Landan Callahan (3) during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

What began as a historic afternoon for Miami running back Mark Fletcher Jr. has taken a concerning turn. The senior, who broke the Hurricanes' all-time rushing touchdown record in the first half against Duke, is dealing with a right lower-body injury and has not returned to action.

According to ABC's broadcast, Fletcher was dealing with a "right lower body injury" after Miami took a 13-10 lead into halftime Saturday at Hard Rock Stadium. Fletcher was spotted riding a stationary bike on the sideline during the third quarter.

ABC sideline reporter Stormy Buonantony also reported that Fletcher had been in and out of the medical tent and held several lengthy conversations with Miami's medical staff. He was seen without his helmet on the sideline.

Fletcher's historic afternoon takes an unfortunate turn

Fletcher scored on a 4-yard touchdown run in the second quarter and set a program record with his 36th career rushing touchdown. He surpassed Stephen McGuire, who held the previous record of 35 from 1989 through 1992.

Miami turns to its younger running backs

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With Fletcher sidelined, the Hurricanes have turned to Javian Mallory and Jordan Lyle for additional carries. Mallory entered Saturday with 509 rushing yards, just five fewer than Fletcher, and has averaged nearly seven yards per attempt this season.

Late in the third quarter, Mallory turned a short throw from Darian Mensah into a 63-yard TD to put the Hurricanes up 22-10. Miami was unable to convert the two-point conversion attempt. Duke scored on their next possession to make it 22-17.

Miami's worries with Malachi Toney out

The injury adds to Miami's offensive challenges with star receiver Malachi Toney already sidelined. Without Toney on the field, the Canes' offense has clearly taken a step back.

Losing Fletcher for an extended period would be a tough setback to overcome. After Duke, Miami faces Virginia Tech and Boston College to end the regular season.

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