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Purdue announces starting OL out for the season
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Purdue coach Jeff Brohm has announced that starting offensive lineman Cam Craig is out of the season after having surgery recently.
Brohm confirmed the news during his weekly press conference on Monday morning.
Brohm said Cam Craig is out for the season.
— Tom Dienhart (@TomDienhart1) November 9, 2020
That’s a tough break for the Boilermakers. Craig was Purdue’s starting left guard prior to suffering this injury in Week 1.
However, Spencer Holstege played well vs. Illinois in Week 2 as Craig’s replacement.
Spencer Holstege has exceeded expectations at LG. Also can play C. Is tough. Wants to get better.
— Tom Dienhart (@TomDienhart1) November 9, 2020
Still, the timing is not ideal for the Boilermakers. Purdue matches up with Northwestern this week, and the Wildcats have one of the nation’s top defenses. They’ve yet to allow a second-half point this season.
There was a little bit of good news for the Boilermakers, as Brohm seemed optimistic they would get back a few other injured players this week.
"Hopeful" to get other injured players back as soon as we can.
— Tom Dienhart (@TomDienhart1) November 9, 2020
Purdue and Northwestern will kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Saturday.
Spenser is the news manager at Saturday Road and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.