Perhaps the brightest star of Ohio State's defense this season has left the team's game against Purdue with an injury.
Following a third-quarter play against the Boilermakers, cornerback Denzel Burke limped off the field and began to be evaluated by the Buckeyes' training staff.
After some discussion, Burke was taken into Ohio State's medical tent.
Trainers then escorted Burke to the team's locker room. He has not yet returned to the Buckeyes' sideline.
Following Burke's exit, freshman Jermaine Mathews entered at cornerback before being replaced by Jordan Hancock when Sonny Styles took over his role at nickel.
Burke was having a strong outing against Purdue, with three tackles and a pass breakup that came in the end zone, preventing a touchdown to preserve what was then a shutout for Ohio State. The Boilermakers scored later in the game.
On the year, Burke is up to eight tackles with eight pass breakups and an interception.
Eleven Warriors will update this story with more information on Burke's status as it becomes available.
