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Several Purdue football starters missing vs Notre Dame. What we know

The Boilermakers are without several starters against third-ranked Notre Dame. Here's what we know.

WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue football will be without several key starters in their upcoming game against Notre Dame at Ross-Ade Stadium. Tight end George Burhenn, who played for the Boilermakers last week against UCLA, is not listed in the Big Ten-mandated injury report and may be dealing with a recent injury. Quarterback Mister Clark, who started the season opener at nickel, has missed the past three games, including this one.

Left tackle Joey Tanona, who is expected to start again, is also absent from the starting lineup. Returning starters Nuku Mafi and Marcus Easley are set to take the field in their respective positions, while linebacker JoJo Hayden and running back Fame Ijeboi both appeared to be in good condition based on their warm-up routines.

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