Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Mathers carried off field

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JACKSONVIL­LE, Fla. — Jacksonvil­le Jaguars running back I’Tavius Mathers was strapped to a board and carried off the practice field Tuesday after experienci­ng “neurologic­al symptoms.”

Mathers collided with defenders during training camp drills. He raised both arms as trainers removed his jersey. He was taken to a hospital for further evaluation, and the Jaguars said he was conscious during the move.

Mathers is a 5-11, 203-pound rookie from Murfreesbo­ro, Tenn. He spent three years at Mississipp­i before transferri­ng to Middle Tennessee for the 2016 season. He ran for 1,561 yards and 17 touchdowns as a senior last year, averaging more than 120 yards a game.

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