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Badgers Bret Bielema Bear Bryant Award Finalist

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Wisconsin had a double-digit win total for the third-consecutive season, a first for the Badgers program. Only five other schools have won at least 10 the past three years: Alabama, Boise State, the Badgers Rose Bowl opponent Oregon, Virginia Tech and TCU. In honor of this achievement, UW head coach Bret Bielema has been named a finalist for the Paul "Bear" Bryant Coach of the … [Read more...] about Badgers Bret Bielema Bear Bryant Award Finalist

Blackhawks, Red Wings Legend Chris Chelios Enters USA Hockey H.O.F.

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Former Chicago Blackhawks, Detroit Red Wings and Wisconsin Badgers great Chris Chelios will be inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame tonight in Chicago, as he becomes the sixth Badgers to enter the hall. Chelios will be inducted along with Mike “Doc” Emrick, Gary Suter, Ed Snider and Keith Tkachuk at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel. The U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame, … [Read more...] about Blackhawks, Red Wings Legend Chris Chelios Enters USA Hockey H.O.F.

Rose Bowl Bound Wisconsin Badgers Offense is Highly Decorated

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            The addition of transfer quarterback Russell Wilson and blossoming of running back Montee Ball has transformed what was a very good Wisconsin Badgers offense into the most prolific unit in school history. This season, the Badgers have scored touchdowns on 61 of their 70 trips to the redzone (.871), including a … [Read more...] about Rose Bowl Bound Wisconsin Badgers Offense is Highly Decorated

Wisconsin Smells the Roses With 42-39 Win Over the Spartans (Rapid Reaction)

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            For the second consecutive year, the Wisconsin Badgers are headed back to Pasadena to represent the Big Ten in the BCS Rose Bowl. The inaugural Big Ten Championship and 42-39 win over the Michigan State Spartans was a game for the ages. It included a ton of offense (816 total yards), multiple lead changes (three to … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Smells the Roses With 42-39 Win Over the Spartans (Rapid Reaction)

B1G Championship Preview: Wisconsin Badgers to Rely on Potent Offense

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          Saturday's match-up between the #13 Michigan State Spartans and #15 Wisconsin Badgers is not only the rematch for one of college football's most dramatic endings this season, it's also the deciding factor in which team takes home the Big Ten Title and represents the conference in the Rose Bowl. If the Badgers are to win, they … [Read more...] about B1G Championship Preview: Wisconsin Badgers to Rely on Potent Offense

Wisconsin Routs Penn State to Earn Place in Big Ten Championship (Rapid Reaction)

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            The play-in game for the Big Ten Championship was never really that close as the #16 Wisconsin Badgers routed #19 Penn State, 45-7, in front of a packed house at Camp Randall on Senior Night. The Badgers (10-2, 6-2) will now represent the Leaders Division against a surging Michigan State team who has won eight of their … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Routs Penn State to Earn Place in Big Ten Championship (Rapid Reaction)

Wisconsin Badgers Rumblings; Destiny, Records and Much Much More

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          Besides a few injuries, this past Saturday couldn't have went any better for the #18 Wisconsin Badgers (8-2, 4-2) who took home Paul Bunyan's Axe for the 8th consecutive year with a 42-13 win over the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The Badgers now control their own destiny in the Big Ten Leaders division due to Purdue's upset of … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Badgers Rumblings; Destiny, Records and Much Much More

#18 Wisconsin and Minnesota Battle For The Axe (Game Preview)

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            This Saturday, the #18 Wisconsin Badgers (7-2, 3-2) and Minnesota Golden Gophers (2-7, 1-4) will meet for the 121st time which ranks as the most-played rivalry in FBS history. In the last decade, the Badgers have been in full control of Paul Bunyan's Axe as they go into the latest installment of the series winning … [Read more...] about #18 Wisconsin and Minnesota Battle For The Axe (Game Preview)

Bo Ryan and Badgers Land Talented Prospect Sam Dekker

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        The recent success of Bo Ryan and the Wisconsin Badgers is starting to make a difference on the recruiting front as the state's best players are beginning to stay put. On Wednesday, the 18th ranked prospect in the nation, Sam Dekker, decided to sign his National Letter of Intent to play at Wisconsin starting in 2012. Currently a senior … [Read more...] about Bo Ryan and Badgers Land Talented Prospect Sam Dekker