Dani Dennis-Sutton Injury Update: Penn State Football Defender Injures Leg vs. Wisconsin
What Happened?
During Penn State's football game against Wisconsin on October 22, 2022, linebacker Dani Dennis-Sutton suffered a leg injury in the fourth quarter.
Details of the Injury
Dennis-Sutton was injured while making a tackle on Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen. He was helped off the field and did not return to the game.
The initial diagnosis is a lower leg injury, but the severity of the injury is still being determined. Dennis-Sutton will undergo further evaluation to determine the extent of the damage and the expected recovery time.
Impact on Penn State's Defense
Dennis-Sutton is a key member of Penn State's defense. He has started all seven games this season and has recorded 35 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, and 2 sacks.
His absence will be a significant loss for the Nittany Lions, who are already without several other key defensive players due to injury.
Outlook for Dennis-Sutton
The severity of Dennis-Sutton's injury is still unknown, but it is likely that he will miss at least some time. The Penn State medical staff will continue to evaluate his injury and provide updates on his status as they become available.
Penn State's Upcoming Schedule
Penn State has three regular season games remaining on its schedule, including a home game against Ohio State on October 29th. The Nittany Lions are currently 5-2 overall and 2-2 in the Big Ten.
The status of Dennis-Sutton and other injured players will be a major factor in determining Penn State's success down the stretch.