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MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin won't have its leading rusher when it attempts to bounce back from a two-game skid. The Badgers issued a statement Thursday saying that Chez Mellusi is stepping away from the team on at least a temporary basis as he works to get healthy. Mellusi has rushed for 232 yards on 56 carries to lead Wisconsin in both categories. His three touchdown runs put him in a tie for the team lead with Tawee Walker. Mellusi has rushed for 2,254 yards during a career that has included two seasons at Clemson (2019-20) and four seasons at Wisconsin (2021-24).
