Photos: Wisconsin rides strong ground game to victory over Purdue in key Big Ten West battle
Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi (6) cuts away from Purdue cornerback Dedrick Mackey (1) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz (5) looks to pass against Purdue during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst yells from the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Purdue quarterback Aidan O'Connell (16) throws a pass against Wisconsin during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen (0) tries to get past Purdue linebacker Jalen Graham (6) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi (6) is tackled by Purdue cornerback Dedrick Mackey (1) and safety Cam Allen (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Purdue tight end Payne Durham (87) makes a catch for a touchdown against Wisconsin during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm watches from the sideline during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen (0) dives in for a touchdown over Purdue linebacker Kieren Douglas (43) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin running back Brady Schipper (29) runs against Purdue during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Purdue defensive end George Karlaftis (5) celebrates a touchdown on an interception against Wisconsin during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen (0) celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen (0) is tackled by Purdue linebacker Jaylan Alexander (36) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021.
Wisconsin running back Braelon Allen (0) breaks way from Purdue safety Chris Jefferson (17) on his way to a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Wisconsin defeated Purdue 30-13.
Purdue tight end Payne Durham (87) attempts to leap over Wisconsin safety Scott Nelson (9) and cornerback Faion Hicks (1) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Wisconsin defeated Purdue 30-13.
Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi (6) celebrates a touchdown with quarterback Graham Mertz (5) during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Wisconsin defeated Purdue 30-13.
Wisconsin linebacker Nick Herbig (19) recovers a fumble by Purdue quarterback Jack Plummer (13) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Wisconsin defeated Purdue 30-13.
Purdue running back King Doerue (22) runs against Wisconsin during the second half of an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind., Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Wisconsin defeated Purdue 30-13.
