Maryland QB Malik Washington sits out Wisconsin game with knee injury
Maryland quarterback Malik Washington did not start against Wisconsin because of a lower-body injury. Cardell Williams made his first start for the Terrapins.
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Quick answer
Maryland quarterback Malik Washington did not start against Wisconsin on Saturday because of a lower-body injury. He warmed up with a brace on his left knee before the decision was made, and Cardell Williams, a redshirt senior transfer from Sacramento State, got his first start for the Terrapins.
Key facts
- Washington did not start against Wisconsin and is dealing with a lower-body injury.
- He has thrown for 2,058 yards, 11 touchdowns and eight interceptions this season.
- Cardell Williams, a transfer from Sacramento State, made his first start for Maryland.
- Wisconsin was an 8.5-point road favourite in College Park.
- Wisconsin star edge rusher Sebastian Cheeks was ruled out.
Washington's injury and the change at quarterback
Washington, a sophomore, did not start against Wisconsin as he continues to deal with a lower-body injury. He warmed up with a brace on his left knee before the decision was made. Maryland had listed him as questionable ahead of the game.
Williams made his first start for the Terps. He had seen limited action in three games for Maryland, completing 6 of 7 passes for 63 yards and a touchdown.
How Washington played last week
Washington wore the same protective brace throughout the second half of last week's win over Purdue, which ended a 13-game Big Ten losing streak for the Terrapins. In that game he ran for two scores and threw for two more, going 13-for-18 for 253 yards with one interception and rushing eight times for 32 yards.
Injury picture for both teams
Wisconsin travelled to College Park for the 11 a.m. Central kickoff without edge rusher Sebastian Cheeks, one of six Badgers ruled out. Running back Nate Palmer, offensive lineman Barrett Nelson and tight end Emmett Bork were also out.
Maryland was without outside linebacker Zahir Mathis, wide receiver Josiah Teasley, running back DJ Samuels, linebacker Jordan Williams, running back Harry Dalton III and offensive lineman Trevor Szymanski. The Badgers were 8.5-point road favourites as they sought a seventh win of the season. The sources do not give the final score.
Frequently asked questions
Why did Malik Washington not start against Wisconsin?
He is dealing with a lower-body injury and warmed up with a brace on his left knee before the decision was made.
Who started at quarterback for Maryland?
Cardell Williams, a redshirt senior transfer from Sacramento State, got his first start.
What are Malik Washington's season numbers?
The sophomore has thrown for 2,058 yards with 11 touchdowns and eight interceptions.
Who was out for Wisconsin?
Six Badgers were out, including edge rusher Sebastian Cheeks, running back Nate Palmer, lineman Barrett Nelson and tight end Emmett Bork.
