Gus Hartwig - Sr.
Zionsville, IN (Zionsville HS)
6'5", 315 pounds
Offensive Line
2024 Projection: Starter
What else can be said about Hartwig at this point? Over the past four seasons he has made 36 starts at center and, aside from missing time in 2022 and 2023 with an injury, he has been a mainstay on Purdue's offensive line in the middle. That is huge coming into 2024. He is a three-time Big Ten honorable mention selection too, so he is a very good cornerstone to build the line around.
This is the final go-round for Hartwig. He could have tested the NFL waters after last season, but he chose to use his bonus COVID year and come back for one more shot this season. Honestly, that was one of hte best additions Purdue could have had to the roster. Anytime you have a guy as an unquestioned starter at a position, especially up front, that is a luxury.
