Nebraska head coach Bo Pelini said Monday during his press conference that he expects Ameer Abdullah to play Saturday against Wisconsin.

"We’ll see on Saturday, but I anticipate he’ll play," Pelini said of Abdullah.

Pelini said the senior running back didn't practice with the team during Nebraska's bye week, but worked out on the field.

Abdullah suffered an MCL sprain in the first quarter of Nebraska's win over Purdue two weeks ago. Getting him back for the Wisconsin game will be a big boost for Nebraska. This year, Abdullah has run for 1,250 yards and 17 touchdowns, and has also contributed on special teams for the Huskers.