Availability Report: Will Johnson Officially Out Versus MSU

Purdue Starting Center Will Johnson to Miss MSU Game with Foot Injury

Purdue center Will Johnson will miss Saturday's game against Michigan State with a foot injury, head coach Jeff Brohm announced on Monday. Johnson suffered the injury in last week's win over Indiana and is expected to miss 2-3 weeks.

Johnson is a key part of Purdue's offense, starting all 12 games this season and averaging 8.1 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.

Implications of Johnson's Absence

Johnson's absence will be a big blow to Purdue, as he is one of the team's most experienced and productive players. He is also a key part of Purdue's defense, averaging 1.3 blocks per game.

Without Johnson, Purdue will likely start either sophomore Zach Edey or freshman Trevion Williams at center. Edey has started two games this season and is averaging 4.5 points and 3.5 rebounds per game, while Williams has yet to start a game but is averaging 3.2 points and 2.6 rebounds per game.

Purdue's Outlook Without Johnson

Despite Johnson's absence, Purdue is still a contender in the Big Ten. The Boilermakers are 12-3 overall and 3-1 in conference play, and they have a number of talented players who can step up in Johnson's absence.

Purdue will need to find a way to replace Johnson's production, but they have the talent to do so. The Boilermakers will be tested without Johnson, but they should still be able to compete for a Big Ten title.