College Career
In his three year career at the University of Tennessee, Lewis rushed for 2,677 yards and accounted for 3,161 all-purpose. Lewis stands third on the university's list of all-time rushers and fourth in all-purpose yards. As a freshman in 1997 Lewis rushed for 1,364 yards and seven touchdowns. For his efforts, he was named first team Freshman All-America by The Sporting News and second-team All-SEC by the Associated Press. In 1998, Jamal suffered a torn lateral collateral ligament in his right knee and missed the rest of the season. He was an arts and science major. He played with former Indianapolis Colts (and now Denver Broncos) quarterback Peyton Manning.
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