Three key Boilermakers doubtful vs. Wisconsin

Purdue could be without the services of three key players this Saturday against Wisconsin.

On Thursday, Mike DeFabo of CNHI reported that running back Tario Fuller, wide receiver Terry Wright and linebacker T.J. McCollum are doubtful for this weekend’s game against the Badgers.

Jeff Brohm said Tario Fuller (ankle) "very unlikely." He's "not optimistic," about TJ McCollum (ankle) & Terry Wright (shoulder).

— Mike DeFabo (@MikeDeFabo) October 12, 2017

McCollum would be the most significant loss for the Boilermakers, as he leads the team with 40 tackles, which also ranks eighth in the B1G. He’s also recorded two stops for loss on the year.

Fuller would be another big loss, as he currently leads Purdue’s rushing attack with 261 yards and two touchdowns on the year. Wright has 12 receptions for 130 yards on the season.

There’s been no official word on whether the three players will play in Madison, but Jeff Brohm doesn’t seem optimistic. That really doesn’t help Purdue’s chances at pulling off an upset.

Purdue has not defeated Wisconsin since the 2003 season.

Dustin Schutte

Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB