Michigan RB Drake Johnson Hospitalized After Being Hit by Forklift at Practice

The Michigan Wolverines announced on Thursday that senior running back Drake Johnson was hospitalized after a freak accident that reportedly involved a forklift.

Per Angelique Chengelis of the Detroit News, the university released a statement confirming Johnson was involved in an accident at an indoor track building, although it didn't provide an update on his status. The statement also noted Johnson "was referred to the U-M Health system for further evaluation," per Chengelis.

According to Derick Hutchinson of Local 4 WDIV in Detroit, a source said Johnson was hit by a forklift while stretching at practice.

The incident reportedly occurred Wednesday, and a tweet from Johnson may have been in reference to his hospitalization:

"I'm not a doctor, but talking to him it'll be a week or two or three at most," Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh said, per Nick Baumgardner of MLive Media Group. "It's a miracle, right up there with Easter."

Johnson is an Ann Arbor native who is currently slotted as the Wolverines' No. 2 running back behind De'Veon Smith.

After gaining a career-high 361 yards on the ground in 2014, Johnson rushed for 271 yards and four touchdowns on 54 carries last season. He also caught six passes for 96 yards and two touchdowns, including a pair of scores in a 41-7 thrashing of Florida in the Citrus Bowl.

Johnson figures to be a key member of Michigan's offense in 2016 and could be in for his best statistical season yet if healthy.

Details surrounding any potential injuries he may have suffered remain scarce, but if he is forced to miss any of the 2016 campaign, it will be a huge blow to Harbaugh's backfield depth.

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