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BREAKING: Mertz tests positive for COVID-19

By Dexter McCann | Oct. 25

Just two days after his historic performance, news broke that the quarterback tested positive for COVID-19.

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No. 14 Wisconsin stomps Illinois in Mertz’s record-breaking game

By Dexter McCann | Oct. 25

The Badgers picked up a big week-one victory against a Big Ten West opponent that got the best of them in 2019.

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Mertz has Madison dreaming big with historic debut

By Simon Farber | Oct. 25

A five touchdown performance for Graham Mertz was just enough to earn Wisconsin the No. 9 spot in the AP Top 25.

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Gameday I: Michigan, Penn State face tough road tests early

By Simon Farber | Oct. 22

College Gameday heads to Minneapolis this week for a ranked matchup between a couple of big-name head coaches.

Illinois is averaging 229 yards per game on the ground in the 2018 season and already has more wins in 6 games than in the previous two seasons.

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Gameday I: three keys to Wisconsin’s success

By Joe Rickles | Oct. 22

How can Wisconsin avenge their stunning loss to Illinois last fall?

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Gameday I: freshman Herbig set to make NCAA debut Friday

By Joe Rickles and Anthony Trombi | Oct. 22

Herbig has impressed all spring and summer, and should factor heavily into Wisconsin's plans to slow down the Illini offensive attack.

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Gameday I: Mertz is Badgers’ X-factor Friday night

By Ryan Cody | Oct. 22

A new season brings a new quarterback for the Badgers, and this one has a chance to be more talented than all the rest.

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Sanborn, Chenal step into bigger roles on Badgers defense

By Simon Farber | Oct. 22

Wisconsin lost two of its most successful linebackers in school history this spring to the NFL. A new core will have to shoulder that load in 2020.

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Herbig rising up linebacking depth chart

By Dexter McCann | Oct. 22

The true freshman showed enough in practice to earn a rare starting role on Wisconsin's experienced defense.

Illinois had an easy Week 1, but will face tougher tests from here on out.

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Gameday I: Illinois looking to build off strong 2019

By Cole Wozniak | Oct. 22

After a strong 2019 that featured an upset of the No. 6 Wisconsin Badgers, Lovie Smith and the Illinois Fighting Illini are looking to continue rising up the ranks in the Big Ten West.

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Badgers tasked with moving on from Taylor

By Dexter McCann | Oct. 8

With the departure of star Jonathan Taylor, the Badgers will look to veteran presences and fresh faces alike with their revamped rushing attack.

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Mertz taking first-team reps at quarterback

By Simon Farber | Oct. 8

The redshirt freshman is taking over the offense in the wake of junior Jack Coan's foot injury.

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Freshman Nelson joins stable of talented Badgers linemen

By Simon Farber | Oct. 1

Jack Nelson was a five-star recruit coming out of high school, and now he will join the legacy of Badger offensive linemen.

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Former Badgers look to make their mark on 2020 NFL season

By Seamus Rohrer | Sep. 16, 2020

The 2020 NFL season will see established veterans attempting to cement their legacy, and a hungry and talented class of rookies looking to burst onto the scene. Among these players are many former Badgers in varying situations, looking to make or uphold their names in an increasingly balanced, competitive league.