A family situation in Alabama is having an impact on an FBS program in Tennessee.
Memphis announced via a press release that Jamarius Henderson has been granted a release from his scholarship. Per the school, the running back “will be granted a release in order to be closer to his son.”
“We wish him all the best in his future,” first-year head coach Mike Norvell added.
As a true freshman last season, Henderson, a Midland, Ala., native, was fourth on the team in rushing yards (320) and rushing touchdowns (four) in 10 games. His 5.3 yards per carry were tops among all Tigers ballcarriers with at least 20 carries.
The 5-11, 210-pound back also caught a pair of touchdown passes among his seven receptions.