The Wisconsin Badgers 51-17 thrashing of the UNLV Rebels was full of offensive highlights, particularly from QB Russell Wilson in his Camp Randall debut. While Russell received most of the talk and deservedly so, the team's defense put forth a rather average performance. When asked to "grade" his squad's performance, sophomore linebacker Chris Borland answered "I would give … [Read more...] about Aaron Henry and the Badgers Know Where They Stand on Defense
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Wisconsin Badgers have problems to fix before the Big Ten Season
Much like the NFL preseason, the third game of the No. 11 ranked Wisconsin Badgers non-conference schedule should serve as a dress rehearsal for the Big Ten Conference season, where teams like Ohio State and Iowa already look prepped and ready to defend their Top 10 status. Of course, the keyword in that sentence is "should," as the current version of the 2010 Wisconsin … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Badgers have problems to fix before the Big Ten Season
Northwestern vs. Wisconsin: Battle for Better Bowl Placement
By Paul M. Banks and Jake McCormick (PMB) #16 Wisconsin has had themselves a quietly, make that very quietly, productive season. 9-2, 5-2 and neither of their losses were very bad losses. Yet no one is singing their praises, what's up with that? We know all about Scott Tolzien, John Clay and that Big Ten leading rushing attack, who/what else do we need to know about? (JM) … [Read more...] about Northwestern vs. Wisconsin: Battle for Better Bowl Placement
Wisconsin beat Wisconsin against Ohio State, can’t do the same vs. Iowa
By Jake McCormick In their 31-13 loss at Ohio State, the Wisconsin Badgers led the stat line 22-8 in first downs, 368 to 184 in total yards, and 42:47 to 17:13 in time of possession. But quarterback Scott Tolzien threw two interceptions that were returned for touchdowns and the special teams gave up a 96-yard kick return for another that iced the game for the Buckeyes. I … [Read more...] about Wisconsin beat Wisconsin against Ohio State, can’t do the same vs. Iowa
Badgers impressive in Big Ten opener, now to focus on keeping Paul Bunyan’s Axe
By Jake McCormick I’ve seen so many horror/thriller movies that I’ve gotten into a mindset where the main character could be sitting in a living room writing a thesis paper on the Chi Square and I would fully expect a 2x4 to come flying through the window and make acquaintance with said character’s temple. Hell, I had that feeling the other night watching Milk for the first … [Read more...] about Badgers impressive in Big Ten opener, now to focus on keeping Paul Bunyan’s Axe
Wisconsin Badger preview part 2: The defense
By Jake McCormick Anyone who watched the Wisconsin Badgers last season understands the frustration surrounding a defense that has progressively looked more and more clueless as Bret Bielema’s tenure continues. But good news: The Badgers finished in the NCAA top 10 for fourth-down defense! Other than that, Wisconsin barely sniffed a top 20 ranking in any other defensive … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Badger preview part 2: The defense