Purdue's Hudson Card Out Against Illinois

Purdue football will be without starting quarterback Hudson Card for their upcoming game against No. 23 Illinois due to a concussion, marking a significant setback for the struggling team. Redshirt freshman Ryan Browne is set to make his first career start, having limited experience with only 11 pass attempts this season. Purdue is currently on a four-game losing streak and has struggled offensively, averaging just 18.6 points and ranking last in first downs across the nation. Despite these challenges, Purdue has historically performed well against Illinois, winning four straight matchups. The game kicks off at 3:30 PM ET at Memorial Stadium, where the Boilermakers hope to turn their season around. Card's absence raises questions about the effectiveness of Purdue’s offense, which has been one of the worst in FBS competition this year.