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.

Running back Chez Mellusi, the Wisconsin Badgers' leading rusher, is stepping away from the team to focus on getting healthy after battling injuries, the school announced Friday.

Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi is stepping away from the team in an attempt to heal from injuries, the team announced Thursday. Mellusi leads the Badgers in carries (56), yards (232) and is tied with Oklahoma transfer Tawee Walker for the team lead in rushing touchdowns (three).