No. 5 Indiana loses RB Turbo Richard to right leg injury
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Key Points:
- Indiana's starting running back Turbo Richard left the game against Northwestern with a right lower-leg injury in the first half and did not return; his status remains uncertain as Coach Curt Cignetti awaits further updates.
- Richard had 68 rushing yards on nine carries before the injury, following a strong start to the season with 315 yards and four touchdowns in three games.
- Lee Beebe Jr. stepped up as the primary running back, rushing for 203 yards and a touchdown, playing a crucial role in Indiana's 29-23 victory.
- Indiana overcame challenges late in the game, including stopping Northwestern's quarterback on a critical fourth-quarter play and capitalizing on penalties to secure the win.
- The Hoosiers continue to face running back depth issues, already missing Khobie Martin due to a forearm injury, with Martin expected to return midseason; Indiana will next play at Rutgers.
