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Michigan's loss to Michigan State has opened up the Big Ten East division race.

Hornibrook struggles in second start, defense not enough to topple No. 4 Michigan

The Wisconsin Badgers’ 14-7 loss to the Michigan Wolverines was quintessential Big Ten football. Both teams relied on their running game as their quarterbacks struggled, and it was all a matter of which defense cracked first.

Cardinal Zone Podcast: Episode 5

In this week's Cardinal Zone Podcast, sports editor Bobby Ehrlich hosts football writer Lorin Cox and football columnist Zach Rastall, who discuss the Badgers top ten matchup with the Wolverines. The two break down Hornibrook's performance, the impact of Gaglianone's absence and what Wisconsin must do to beat Michigan. They also talk about the national scene - whether the Tennessee Volunteers are legit and the Les Miles' firing. 

DC Roundtable: Predictions for Week 5

Thomas Valtin-Erwin, sports editor:

First and Eleven: Upset Harbaugh throws full on tantrum

After watching Wisconsin demolish Michigan State in East Lansing, Jim Harbaugh stormed into athletic director Warde Manuel’s office demanding that he get every Michigan celebrity at the game this Saturday.

Week 5 features several playoff contenders squaring off

As the calendar changes to October, the playoff race starts to heat up and coaches’ seats start getting a little toasty, even as the weather gets chillier. Here’s what to look for in Week 5.

Wisconsin, Nebraska move up after wins

The big story of the weekend in the Big Ten was No. 11 Wisconsin’s merciless 30-6 beatdown of No. 8 Michigan State in East Lansing. Badgers fans everywhere are still trying to process the sight of a quarterback that can make big throws on third down. Elsewhere in the conference, Michigan obliterated Penn State, Nebraska escaped Evanston with a win, Indiana was the latest victim in Wake Forest’s inevitable national championship run and Purdue technically has a winning record as the calendar turns to October.

Cooling Peppers key for Badgers in Ann Arbor

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In small sample size, Hornibrook's statistics have propelled Badgers

Whether they are displayed on stat lines or stitched onto jerseys, numbers are forever integrated with sports. Over the last decade, statistics have become tools for coaches and upper management to make better decisions. For the 2016 Wisconsin Badgers, their statistics translate to on-field success.

Michigan looking to make run for title

It’s been a while since the Badgers have faced off against their old Michigan rivals. One week after playing Michigan State for the first time since the thrilling 2012 Big Ten Championship game, Wisconsin will battle the Michigan Wolverines for the first time since 2010.

No pressure, no problem: UW secondary ready for Michigan

Against Michigan State last week, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that Wisconsin’s defensive secondary dictated the game. Both starting corners had an interception, and senior safety Leo Musso had an incredible fumble recovery touchdown that was a microcosm of the game as a whole.

Sojourn Shelton has made some big plays this season, but also made his fair share of mistakes.

Chryst, Granato, Sheffield discuss team's upcoming games

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Breakdown: Hornibrook makes NFL throws in first start

The Alex Hornibrook era for the Wisconsin Badgers could not have gotten off to a better start Saturday as the redshirt freshman quarterback was everything fans could have asked for and more. He tore up the Michigan State Spartans’ defense in a 30-6 upset win that really established his team as one of the best in the country.

Mondays with Rasty: Hornibrook's poise in the pocket makes Wisconsin a legitimate contender

Are you a Wisconsin fan who forgot what it’s like to have a quarterback who can step up and make a throw when the team needs it on third down? Fear not, your savior is here and his name is Alex Hornibrook.

Clement regains form, Hornibrook impresses in blowout upset of No. 8 Michigan State

The No. 11 Wisconsin Badgers (1-0 Big Ten, 4-0 overall) continued to roll on Saturday, upsetting the No. 8 Michigan State Spartans (0-1, 2-1) in East Lansing, Mich., 30-6.

Hornibrook shines, defense stifles Spartans in Big Ten opener

Any doubts about the No. 11 Wisconsin Badgers (1-0 Big Ten, 4-0 overall) after last week’s close win over the Georgia State Panthers are now gone as they upset the No. 8 Michigan State Spartans (0-1, 2-1) in a 30-6 win in East Lansing to remain undefeated.

Cardinal Zone Podcast: Episode 4, Wisconsin travels to East Lansing

Sports editor Thomas Valtin-Erwin, football writers Lorin Cox and Andrew Tucker, and football columnist Zach Rastall preview Wisconsin's Big Ten opener against Michigan State. They also talk about the effect of Wisconsin's recent string of injuries and the decision to start Alex Hornibrook. The four make amends for saying Louisville was not a legitimate contender and make their picks for Week 4. 

Questions at QB, special teams key to Big Ten opener in East Lansing

Wisconsin

Ohio State jumps Michigan for top spot, UW slips to fourth

It was another topsy-turvy week for Big Ten football, with both highs and lows for some of the conference’s top teams. Ohio State, Michigan State and Nebraska all picked up impressive non-conference wins, while Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin made asses of themselves on national television. As a result, we have a little shifting around in this week’s power rankings.