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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 2-0 loss to Ohio State at the McClimon Complex on Oct. 30, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
Please join us for today's live coverage of Wisconsin men's soccer.
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Today, Wisconsin will face the Ohio State Buckeyes at 1:05.
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Wisconsin will also honor its five seniors today as today marks the final regular season home game for the Badgers.
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Wisconsin's five seniors are: Colin Monasterio Colin Mani Josh Thiermann Arnel Zahirovic Jamal Habibi
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2011 Seniors
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The Badgers and Buckeyes are tied for second place in the Big Ten with records of 3-1-0. UW is 8-6-2 overall, while OSU posts an overall record of 9-5-2.
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Here are the starters for the Buckeyes: Brady Wahl Sage Gardner Chris Hegngi Austin McAnena Adam Gorski Parnell Hegngi David Tiemstra Kenny Cunningham Zach Dobey Matt Lampson Chris Gomez
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And the starting lineups for Wisconsin: AJ Cochran Paul Yonga David Caban Tomislav Zadro Joey Tennyson Trevor Wheeler Nick Janus Colin Mani Blake Succa Chris Prince Max Jentsch
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There is a change in the starting lineups as Arnel Zahirovic is starting in place of Paul Yonga today.
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starting lineups are now being announced
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Players are taking the field as the game is about to start!
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And we're off!
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It's a rainy and cold day here in Madison.
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Tennyson works the ball down the sidelines for Wisconsin
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OSU throw in past midfield
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Jentsch punts it downfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:09 Hayley Kuepers
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Cochran heads the ball back UW's way
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:10 Hayley Kuepers
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Zadro now with the ball for UW
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Lampson now sends it downfield for OSU
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Cunningham now with the ball for OSU
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goal kick UW
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headed at midfield by Zadro for UW
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Tennyson throws it in near the corner for UW
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Zahirovic drops it back to Mani for UW
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throw in OSU in UW's attacking third
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headed by OSU's Cunningham, throw in UW
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goal kick OSU
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throw in UW past midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:13 Hayley Kuepers
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P. Hegngi brings it downfield for OSU
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he works with it in front of the goal. P. Hegngi takes a shot, save Jentsch
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Succa now with the ball for UW past midfield
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foul OSU in UW's attacking third
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cleared by OSU's Gardner
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Prince works with it in front of the goal
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stolen away by Cunningham of OSU
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C. Hegngi now with the ball in OSU's attacking third
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Wahl penetrates for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:16 Hayley Kuepers
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Caban now dribbles the ball upfield for UW
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McAnena with the ball at midfield for OSU
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Zahirovic with control in the backfield for UW
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Wheeler works with the ball on the outside
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UW's pass is cut off by C. Hegngi
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UW throw in at midfield
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Zahirovic and Wahl battle for the ball
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OSU throw in past midfield
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34:10 to go in the half
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headed away by Cochran for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:19 Hayley Kuepers
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Succa clears the ball
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OSU corner kick, McAnena will take it
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:20 Hayley Kuepers
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Cleared by UW defense
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OSU throw in just past midfield
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Zadro dribbles down the side
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:21 Hayley Kuepers
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Wheeler now with the ball at center mid for Wisconsin
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throw in OSU in its defending third
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:21 Hayley Kuepers
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Cochran sends the ball back downfield for UW
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Cunningham with the ball at center mid
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Cochran sends the ball up to Zadro
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foul UW, OSU will take the kick just before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:23 Hayley Kuepers
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headed away by Cochran
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Dobey with control in OSU's backfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:23 Hayley Kuepers
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Jentsch boots the ball downfield for UW
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Caban with the ball for UW, now Wheeler on the outside
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:24 Hayley Kuepers
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Prince with the ball at center mid for UW
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Succa now with control, his pass is intercepted by OSU defense
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Jentsch punts the ball upfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:25 Hayley Kuepers
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Wahl with the ball for OSU, passes it out to Cunningham
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Cunningham in the corner
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goal kick UW
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Lampson finds an open Cunningham on the outside for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:26 Hayley Kuepers
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Dobey now with the ball in the backfield for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:27 Hayley Kuepers
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Mani heads it up to Tennyson for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:27 Hayley Kuepers
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Gomez gives OSU possession at midfield
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Caban now with the ball on the outside for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:28 Hayley Kuepers
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Zahirovic challenges Cunningham
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:28 Hayley Kuepers
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throw in UW in its attacking third
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Zahirovic sends it toward the goal, headed away by Gorski of OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:29 Hayley Kuepers
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Zadro now with the ball for UW
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foul UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:29 Hayley Kuepers
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OSU takes a kick just past midfield, McAnena will take it
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:29 Hayley Kuepers
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Wahl takes a shot, too high
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goal kick UW
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22:45 left in the first half
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Mani heads it at midfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:30 Hayley Kuepers
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Tennyson chases the ball down in the corner for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:31 Hayley Kuepers
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goal kick OSU
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headed at midfield by UW's Tennyson
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:31 Hayley Kuepers
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Mani sends it downfield, too far
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:32 Hayley Kuepers
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Cochran finds an open Zadro for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:32 Hayley Kuepers
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OSU defense takes over
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:32 Hayley Kuepers
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OSU throw in past midfield
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headed by Mani of UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:33 Hayley Kuepers
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Prince fights Dobey for the ball, Dobey wins battle
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throw in UW before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:34 Hayley Kuepers
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Thiermann just replaced Tennyson for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:34 Hayley Kuepers
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P. Hegngi with the ball on the outside for OSU
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foul UW
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foul in the box, penalty kick for OSU
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Chris Hegngi takes it and scores
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:36 Hayley Kuepers
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throw in UW before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:37 Hayley Kuepers
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Wahl with the ball at midfield for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:37 Hayley Kuepers
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Mani with control has time in the backfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:37 Hayley Kuepers
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corner kick UW, Zadro will take it
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:38 Hayley Kuepers
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Zadro now switches sides and takes another corner
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foul UW as the teams battle in front of the goal
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15:30 to go in the half
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Mani heads the ball out in front of the goal
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corner kick OSU, Wahl will take it
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cleard by UW defense
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Zadro looks for Prince, intercepted by OSU's Gorski
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Thiermann with the ball on the outside
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Jerry Maddi will replace Janus for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:41 Hayley Kuepers
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hand ball OSU, UW takes the kick just before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:41 Hayley Kuepers
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Succa clears the ball for UW as OSU attacks
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:42 Hayley Kuepers
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Lampson boots the ball back downfield for OSU
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Caban works with the ball in front of the goal
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Caban takes a shot for UW right in front of the goal, save Lampson
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Zadro chases the ball down at the corner for UW
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OSU goal kick
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headed by Cochran at midfield
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Zadro now with control on the outside for UW
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throw in UW past midfield
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headed away by OSU defense
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:45 Hayley Kuepers
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Thiermann takes a shot wide for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:45 Hayley Kuepers
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headed back downfield by Wheeler
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:46 Hayley Kuepers
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Thiermann battles Wahl for the ball
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:46 Hayley Kuepers
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MAddi with a shot, blocked for UW
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corner kick UW, Zadro will take it with it 8:20 left in the half
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[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
How much time is left?
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:47 Guest
1:47
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goal kick OSU
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headed by Cochran of UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:47 Hayley Kuepers
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throw in OSU past midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:47 Hayley Kuepers
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foul OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:49 Hayley Kuepers
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Ryan Buda replaces Prince
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:49 Hayley Kuepers
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Sebastian Rivas enters for C. Hegngi
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:49 Hayley Kuepers
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Hegngi was issued a yellow card on the foul
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:50 Hayley Kuepers
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corner kick UW, Zadro is on it
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:50 Hayley Kuepers
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headed away by OSU
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5:30 left in the half
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:50 Hayley Kuepers
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Lampson sends it downfield for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:50 Hayley Kuepers
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throw in OSU past midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:51 Hayley Kuepers
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Zadro brings the ball past midfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:51 Hayley Kuepers
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yellow card issued to UW's Caban
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:52 Hayley Kuepers
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Maddi dribbles downfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:52 Hayley Kuepers
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Zahirovic plays it back to Mani for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:52 Hayley Kuepers
1:53
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UW throw in close to the corner
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:53 Hayley Kuepers
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OSU goal kick
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Cunningham heads it for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:53 Hayley Kuepers
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Buda saves the ball, UW throw in
Sunday October 30, 2011 1:54 Hayley Kuepers
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Cochran and Rivas chase each, Rivas takes a shot, too high
UW trails the all-time series, 11-14-2, and the Buckeyes are 6-5-0 in Madison
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:01 Hayley Kuepers
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Check out what UW assistant coach Phil Presser has to say at the half
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Play will start back up in about 2 min.
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:10 Hayley Kuepers
2:12
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players are on the field ready to go
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And we're off
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OSU throw in at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:13 Hayley Kuepers
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C. Hegngi with the ball for OSU
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offsides OSU
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Caban with the ball past midfield
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foul UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:14 Hayley Kuepers
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Lampson will take the kick just outside the box for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:15 Hayley Kuepers
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The rain has stopped, but it's still cool here in Madison
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:15 Hayley Kuepers
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UW corner kick, Zadro will take it
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:15 Hayley Kuepers
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UW takes a shot, but too high
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:16 Hayley Kuepers
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Wheeler heads it to Maddi
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:16 Hayley Kuepers
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Cochran forced to head it out of play, OSU throw in at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:17 Hayley Kuepers
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Prince dribbles downfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:17 Hayley Kuepers
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OSU goal kick
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headed by Cochran of UW
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Zadro with the ball, sends it over to Wheeler
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:18 Hayley Kuepers
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Jentsch sends it downfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:18 Hayley Kuepers
2:18
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
We have to score!
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:18 Guest
2:19
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Cunningham on a breakaway for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:19 Hayley Kuepers
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booted away by Cochran
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:19 Hayley Kuepers
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OSU throw in at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:19 Hayley Kuepers
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foul OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:19 Hayley Kuepers
2:20
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Cochran takes the kick for UW just before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:20 Hayley Kuepers
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headed downfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:20 Hayley Kuepers
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Zahirovic looks for Zadro, but sends it too far
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:20 Hayley Kuepers
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foul UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:20 Hayley Kuepers
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37 min left in the half
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:21 Hayley Kuepers
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Jentsch sends it out to Maddi
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:21 Hayley Kuepers
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foul UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:21 Hayley Kuepers
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OSU takes the kick at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:21 Hayley Kuepers
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Tiemstra takes the kick
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:21 Hayley Kuepers
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headed away by Succa
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:22 Hayley Kuepers
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Tennyson sends it up to Prince
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:22 Hayley Kuepers
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play is getting physical
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:22 Hayley Kuepers
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foul UW, Gomez takes the kick for OSU in its backfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:23 Hayley Kuepers
2:23
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Mani with control in the backfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:23 Hayley Kuepers
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Janus takes a shot for UW, wide
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:24 Hayley Kuepers
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goal kick OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:24 Hayley Kuepers
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C. Hegngi receives the ball for OSU at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:24 Hayley Kuepers
2:24
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Jentsch rolls it out to Cochran
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:24 Hayley Kuepers
2:25
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Zahirovic gets rid of it in front of the goal
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:25 Hayley Kuepers
2:25
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Caban with the ball at center mid
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:25 Hayley Kuepers
2:26
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Tennyson waiting to replace Janus for UW with 32:20 to go in the game
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:26 Hayley Kuepers
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Prince with the ball in front of the goal, cleared by OSU defense
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:26 Hayley Kuepers
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Also, Kyle McCrudden enters for Zahirovic for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:27 Hayley Kuepers
2:27
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OSU throw in before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:27 Hayley Kuepers
2:28
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Gomez with the ball in OSU's backfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:28 Hayley Kuepers
2:28
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Cochran kicks it right at Buckeye McAnena
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:28 Hayley Kuepers
2:28
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UW throw in before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:28 Hayley Kuepers
2:29
Hayley Kuepers:
Tennyson forces the ball out, OSU throw in
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:29 Hayley Kuepers
2:29
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro with the ball for UW, sends it out to Tennyson
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:29 Hayley Kuepers
2:29
Hayley Kuepers:
Tennyson finds Prince in front of the goal
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:29 Hayley Kuepers
2:29
Hayley Kuepers:
Prince with a shot for UW, but too high
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:29 Hayley Kuepers
2:29
Hayley Kuepers:
Tennyson sends it up to Zadro for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:29 Hayley Kuepers
2:30
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU throw in
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:30 Hayley Kuepers
2:30
Hayley Kuepers:
Succa chases down McAnena of OSU at center mid
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:30 Hayley Kuepers
2:30
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran with possession in the backkfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:30 Hayley Kuepers
2:31
Hayley Kuepers:
Succa finds Maddi of UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:31 Hayley Kuepers
2:31
Hayley Kuepers:
foul OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:31 Hayley Kuepers
2:31
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro will take the kick for UW near the corner, blocked by OSU's Tiemstra
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:31 Hayley Kuepers
2:32
Hayley Kuepers:
Tennyson takes a shot for UW, blocked
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:32 Hayley Kuepers
2:32
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU foul
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:32 Hayley Kuepers
2:32
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro takes the kick past midfield, blocked by Tiemstra
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:32 Hayley Kuepers
2:33
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU works it downfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:33 Hayley Kuepers
2:33
Hayley Kuepers:
Wahl with possession
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:33 Hayley Kuepers
2:33
Hayley Kuepers:
Gomez chases it down
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:33 Hayley Kuepers
2:33
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro with the ball at center mid
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:33 Hayley Kuepers
2:34
Hayley Kuepers:
Lampson comes out of goal to pick up the ball
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:34 Hayley Kuepers
2:34
Hayley Kuepers:
Tennyson chases the ball down
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:34 Hayley Kuepers
2:34
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU throw in in its backfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:34 Hayley Kuepers
2:34
Hayley Kuepers:
UW throw in now past midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:34 Hayley Kuepers
2:35
Hayley Kuepers:
Maddi sends it to the goal, but Lampson is there
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:35 Hayley Kuepers
2:35
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU throw in at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:35 Hayley Kuepers
2:35
Hayley Kuepers:
23:20 to go in the game
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:35 Hayley Kuepers
2:36
Hayley Kuepers:
foul UW, OSU will take the kick just past midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:36 Hayley Kuepers
2:37
Hayley Kuepers:
Buda replaces Maddi for UW, while Alec Lowell replaces McAnena for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:37 Hayley Kuepers
2:37
Hayley Kuepers:
UW free kick past midfield taken by Zadro
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:37 Hayley Kuepers
2:37
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro sends it right to Lampson, who is there for the save
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:37 Hayley Kuepers
2:38
Hayley Kuepers:
Thiermann waits to replace Tennyson for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:38 Hayley Kuepers
2:38
Hayley Kuepers:
foul UW, OSU with a free kick just outside the box
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:38 Hayley Kuepers
2:39
Hayley Kuepers:
P. Hegngi with the kick
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:39 Hayley Kuepers
2:39
Hayley Kuepers:
P. Hegngi finds the back of the net for another Buckeye goal
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:39 Hayley Kuepers
2:40
Hayley Kuepers:
We're at the 19:15 mark in the half
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:40 Hayley Kuepers
2:40
Hayley Kuepers:
Thiermann with the ball for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:40 Hayley Kuepers
2:40
Hayley Kuepers:
throw in UW, near the corner
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:40 Hayley Kuepers
2:40
Hayley Kuepers:
UW tries to do something in front of the goal, but Lampson is there to scoop it up
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:40 Hayley Kuepers
2:41
Hayley Kuepers:
Thiermann again at center mid with the ball
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:41 Hayley Kuepers
2:41
Hayley Kuepers:
Succa now with possession for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:41 Hayley Kuepers
2:41
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran heads it back downfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:41 Hayley Kuepers
2:41
Hayley Kuepers:
UW throw in
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:41 Hayley Kuepers
2:41
Hayley Kuepers:
foul OSU, near the corner
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:41 Hayley Kuepers
2:42
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro takes the kick
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:42 Hayley Kuepers
2:42
Hayley Kuepers:
Caban takes a shot for UW that rolls out of play just off the hands of Lampson
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:42 Hayley Kuepers
2:43
Hayley Kuepers:
UW corner kick, Zadro takes it
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:43 Hayley Kuepers
2:43
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran with a shot for UW, just wide
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:43 Hayley Kuepers
2:43
Hayley Kuepers:
Buda works with the ball in front of the goal
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:43 Hayley Kuepers
2:43
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU throw in before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:43 Hayley Kuepers
2:44
Hayley Kuepers:
UW foul, OSU with a free kick at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:44 Hayley Kuepers
2:44
Hayley Kuepers:
Gomez takes it
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:44 Hayley Kuepers
2:44
Hayley Kuepers:
Buda fights for the ball, foul OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:44 Hayley Kuepers
2:45
Hayley Kuepers:
McCrudden sends it downfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:45 Hayley Kuepers
2:45
Hayley Kuepers:
14 min left
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:45 Hayley Kuepers
2:45
Hayley Kuepers:
Mani sends it up to Buda
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:45 Hayley Kuepers
2:45
Hayley Kuepers:
offsides UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:45 Hayley Kuepers
2:46
Hayley Kuepers:
headed by Cochran and Succa of UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:46 Hayley Kuepers
2:47
Hayley Kuepers:
McAnena waiting to re-enter for Cunningham
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:47 Hayley Kuepers
2:47
Hayley Kuepers:
hand ball UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:47 Hayley Kuepers
2:47
Hayley Kuepers:
Lampson comes out of goal to take the kick for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:47 Hayley Kuepers
2:48
Hayley Kuepers:
Prince dribbles downfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:48 Hayley Kuepers
2:48
Hayley Kuepers:
throw in OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:48 Hayley Kuepers
2:48
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro works it toward the corner
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:48 Hayley Kuepers
2:49
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran with the ball and room to work
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:49 Hayley Kuepers
2:49
Hayley Kuepers:
McCrudden with the ball, sends it back to Mani
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:49 Hayley Kuepers
2:49
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran finds Wheeler alone on the side for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:49 Hayley Kuepers
2:49
Hayley Kuepers:
Thiermann with the ball near the corner
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:49 Hayley Kuepers
2:50
Hayley Kuepers:
UW corner kick, Zadro takes it
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:50 Hayley Kuepers
2:50
Hayley Kuepers:
the ball is cleared by OSU defense
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:50 Hayley Kuepers
2:50
Hayley Kuepers:
C., Hegngi takes over possession
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:50 Hayley Kuepers
2:51
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Come on UW!
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:51 Guest
2:51
Hayley Kuepers:
8:39 to go
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:51 Hayley Kuepers
2:51
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran sends it down to Zadro
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:51 Hayley Kuepers
2:51
Hayley Kuepers:
offsides UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:51 Hayley Kuepers
2:51
Hayley Kuepers:
Rivas waiting to enter for Hegngi
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:51 Hayley Kuepers
2:52
Hayley Kuepers:
Jentsch boots it downfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:52 Hayley Kuepers
2:52
Hayley Kuepers:
UW throw in in its backfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:52 Hayley Kuepers
2:53
Hayley Kuepers:
Gardner with the ball for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:53 Hayley Kuepers
2:53
Hayley Kuepers:
Lowell powers a shot at Jentsch, who is there for the save
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:53 Hayley Kuepers
2:54
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU corner kick, McAnena is on it
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:54 Hayley Kuepers
2:54
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU throw in just before midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:54 Hayley Kuepers
2:54
Hayley Kuepers:
under 6 to go
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:54 Hayley Kuepers
2:54
Hayley Kuepers:
OSU throw in in its attacking third
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:54 Hayley Kuepers
2:55
Hayley Kuepers:
Gomez with control for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:55 Hayley Kuepers
2:55
Hayley Kuepers:
Rivas with the ball near the goal
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:55 Hayley Kuepers
2:55
Hayley Kuepers:
Lowell with another shot right at Jentsch
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:55 Hayley Kuepers
2:55
Hayley Kuepers:
UW throw in past midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:55 Hayley Kuepers
2:56
Hayley Kuepers:
Wheeler with the ball on the outside for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:56 Hayley Kuepers
2:56
Hayley Kuepers:
Thiermann takes a shot right in front of the goal, but right at Lampson
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:56 Hayley Kuepers
2:57
Hayley Kuepers:
Lampson sends it downfield for OSU
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:57 Hayley Kuepers
2:57
Hayley Kuepers:
3:30 to go
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:57 Hayley Kuepers
2:57
Hayley Kuepers:
McAnena takes a shot for OSU, wide
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:57 Hayley Kuepers
2:57
Hayley Kuepers:
Jentsch sends it out of play, OSU throw in at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:57 Hayley Kuepers
2:58
Hayley Kuepers:
UW goal kick
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:58 Hayley Kuepers
2:58
Hayley Kuepers:
2:30 left
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:58 Hayley Kuepers
2:58
Hayley Kuepers:
Jentsch sends it to Cochran
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:58 Hayley Kuepers
2:58
Hayley Kuepers:
UW throw in at midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:58 Hayley Kuepers
2:59
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran heads it to Wheeler at midfield for UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:59 Hayley Kuepers
2:59
Hayley Kuepers:
throw in OSU near the corner
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:59 Hayley Kuepers
2:59
Hayley Kuepers:
under 1 min
Sunday October 30, 2011 2:59 Hayley Kuepers
3:00
Hayley Kuepers:
Thiermann with the ball past midfield
Sunday October 30, 2011 3:00 Hayley Kuepers
3:00
Hayley Kuepers:
goal kick UW
Sunday October 30, 2011 3:00 Hayley Kuepers
3:00
Hayley Kuepers:
10 sec to go
Sunday October 30, 2011 3:00 Hayley Kuepers
3:01
Hayley Kuepers:
and that's game
Sunday October 30, 2011 3:01 Hayley Kuepers
3:01
Hayley Kuepers:
The Buckeyes defeat the Badgers 2-0 in Madison.
Sunday October 30, 2011 3:01 Hayley Kuepers
3:03
Hayley Kuepers:
With the win, the Buckeyes are now 10-5-2 and 4-1-0 in the Big Ten, while Wisconsin falls to 8-7-2 and 3-2-0 in the Big Ten.
Sunday October 30, 2011 3:03 Hayley Kuepers
3:05
Hayley Kuepers:
The Badgers are back on the road next weekend to complete the regular season. Wisconsin will meet up with Penn State at Penn State on Saturday, Nov. 5 at 1 p.m.
Welcome in to the Gameday Blog for tonight's matchup between the No. 12-ranked Badgers and Ohio State, live from the press box at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:12 Brian Mason
6:13
Brian Mason:
We're just over 50 minutes away from kickoff and the skies have cleared. There was some rain as we made our way into the stadium, but the weather should be good as the Badgers and Buckeyes prepare to tee it up.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:13 Brian Mason
6:14
[Comment From bobbiebobbie: ]
Go Bucky!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:14 bobbie
6:14
Brian Mason:
Both teams are on the field getting their pregame warmups in as fans start to make their way into the stadium
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:14 Brian Mason
6:20
[Comment From grampabuckygrampabucky: ]
Am I seeing this correctly? Nebraska was rated higher in BCS polling than Wisconsin.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:20 grampabucky
6:20
Brian Mason:
That is correct. The Badgers slid all the way to 15th in the BCS standings after last week's loss. UW trailed both Nebraska and Michigan State this week
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:20 Brian Mason
6:20
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Yo Brian,,,,Time to kick some Buckeye tail tonight.....
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:20 Jeff from CP
6:21
Brian Mason:
I'm on board with that, Jeff. Badgers are looking to get back on the winning track tonight, so I expect their best effort.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:21 Brian Mason
6:21
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
It is time to take some frustration out on the Buckeyes!
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:21 Erik
6:21
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Amen Erik...
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:21 Jeff from CP
6:22
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Weather Channel says it's 43 degrees in Columbus.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:22 csWaterford66
6:22
Brian Mason:
That sounds about right. It was around 50 when the buses pulled up to the Horseshoe about 90 minutes ago and it has chilled a bit since the sun went down
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:22 Brian Mason
6:22
Brian Mason:
Should be a brisk one tonight, with temps in the mid 30s by the time it's over
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:22 Brian Mason
6:23
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Prediction for the game tonight?
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:23 Erik
6:23
Brian Mason:
I'm known to be confident in this group, but mark me down for 31-17
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:23 Brian Mason
6:23
Brian Mason:
Other thoughts? Predicitions from the group?
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:23 Brian Mason
6:24
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I am thinking 35-13
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:24 Erik
6:24
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Wisky 35-10.....
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:24 Jeff from CP
6:25
[Comment From grampabuckygrampabucky: ]
Slugfest- 13-10 Bucky
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:25 grampabucky
6:26
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Ohio St can't score and I don't think they can stop our offense...
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:26 Jeff from CP
6:26
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Who do you stop for the Badgers????
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:26 Jeff from CP
6:26
Brian Mason:
I honestly feel like you need to try to take the running game away. If the Badgers have their way, they'll run Ball and White at the Buckeyes all night. There's no doubt Wilson can hurt you big time at QB, but I think you have to make the Badgers throw.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:26 Brian Mason
6:26
Brian Mason:
I'm still confident in what will happen if the Badgers go to the air often, but I think it will be over before it starts if they can run for solid gains at will.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:26 Brian Mason
6:26
[Comment From KimKim: ]
I have a feeling it's going to be a nail biter. But Wisconsin will be on top at the end of the game.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:26 Kim
6:27
Brian Mason:
Here's an interesting nugget for you. The Badgers are 5-5 in their last 10 against the Buckeyes -- easily the best record of any Big Ten team against OSU in the last 10 years (they've won 7 Big Ten titles in that span)
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:27 Brian Mason
6:28
Brian Mason:
Of course, if you refer to Ohio State's game notes, the Buckeyes say they're on a 3-game win streak against Bucky. They consider year's loss in Madison vacated as part of their NCAA sanctions.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:28 Brian Mason
6:29
Brian Mason:
If you take away the run? Agreed, I think Wilson will thrive in that situation. There is no good option for the Buckeyes. I just think if you have to focus on one element of the Badgers' offense, make it the run.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:29 Brian Mason
6:29
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
then that plays into the hands of Russelll Wiiiilllllssssoooooonnnnn....
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:29 Jeff from CP
6:30
Brian Mason:
Sorry Jeff. Answered your question before pushing it through
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:30 Brian Mason
6:30
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Hmm even though they had to vacate last years games, it seems like they lost versus Wisconsin no matter what. C'mon man!
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:30 Erik
6:30
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
However they want to spin it is ok with me....We know how to punk them...
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:30 Jeff from CP
6:31
BadgerFootball:
Some love for the strength coach Ben Herbert, doing a little #ESPN interview w/ Holly Rowe http://t.co/rM4sWP6J[via Twitter]
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:31 BadgerFootball
6:31
BadgerFootball:
We're inside of an hour until kickoff and Ohio State is on the field showing off their new threads. http://t.co/gwd3kAj4[via Twitter]
A photo of the Buckeyes' special uniforms for the game are linked in the tweet from @BadgerFootball. What do you think of them?
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:32 Brian Mason
6:32
[Comment From bobbiebobbie: ]
Ohio State looks like they are wearing Halloween costumes themselves! What is the point of the new jerseys??
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:32 bobbie
6:33
Karl Anderson:
Good evening everyone, I'll be helping out Brian tonight and bringing you the play-by-play
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:33 Karl Anderson
6:33
Brian Mason:
In honor of their 1961 national championship team. I would have a hard time considering those threads "throwbacks" though.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:33 Brian Mason
6:33
[Comment From KimKim: ]
The new threads are ugly!
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:33 Kim
6:33
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Wow those are nasty! I pray Wisconsin does nothing funky like that
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:33 Erik
6:35
[Comment From Captain PicardCaptain Picard: ]
rejects from the last star trek movie !
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:35 Captain Picard
6:35
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Butt ugly...
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:35 Jeff from CP
6:37
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Who ever designed them, should be fired!
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:37 csWaterford66
6:38
[Comment From KimKim: ]
I agree - but apparently they are throw back uniforms - to the 1961 National Championship Season.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:38 Kim
6:38
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Maybe it was Jim Tressel...He has a lot of time on his hands...
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:38 Jeff from CP
6:40
Brian Mason:
Ohio State is coming off an idle week that followed their 17-7 win over Illinois on Oct. 15. Overall, the Buckeyes have lost 3 of their last 5 games
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:40 Brian Mason
6:41
Brian Mason:
They downed Colorado here at The Shoe but lost badly at Miami, lost a defensive struggle against Michigan State and dropped a tight game at Nebraska.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:41 Brian Mason
6:42
Brian Mason:
Offense hasn't come easy for OSU, which is averaging 175 rushing yards and 127.9 passing yards per game
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:42 Brian Mason
6:42
Brian Mason:
UW, by contrast, is averaging 252 on the ground and 259.5 through the air
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:42 Brian Mason
6:44
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
I hope Brian isn't trying to help us feel sorry for Ohio St. I hate them and I hope Bucky wipes the field with them....
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:44 Jeff from CP
6:44
Brian Mason:
I just present the numbers. You can draw your own conclusions.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:44 Brian Mason
6:45
Brian Mason:
These certainly aren't the Buckeyes that won six straight Big Ten titles, but it's still Ohio State. In Columbus. In the The Horseshoe. On Homecoming.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:45 Brian Mason
6:45
Brian Mason:
In other words, it's going to be a battle for the Badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:45 Brian Mason
6:45
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
I know Brian,,just messing with you...I still hate the buckeyes...
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:45 Jeff from CP
6:46
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
is the game on local Madison channels - what network
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:46 Guest
6:46
Brian Mason:
The game is national on ESPN. You can also watch online at ESPN3.com
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:46 Brian Mason
6:46
[Comment From KimKim: ]
Me too! I work with a bunch of OSU fans... my cube is decked out with Wisconsin paraphernalia. On Wisconsin!
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:46 Kim
6:47
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Bless you Kim......
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:47 Jeff from CP
6:47
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
It's always a great rivalry and a tough game with OSU - we need a victory after our devastation last week.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:47 csWaterford66
6:47
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I go to a college in Ohio. Currently surrounded by OSU fans. Time to gain some bragging rights!
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:47 Erik
6:48
Brian Mason:
The band has taken the field here at Ohio Stadium. Of course, the big deal here is dotting the I in the script Ohio, a tradition that is celebrating its 75th anniversary
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:48 Brian Mason
6:49
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Do they know how to spell Ohio????
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:49 Jeff from CP
6:49
Brian Mason:
At least for the last 75 years they have...
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:49 Brian Mason
6:50
Brian Mason:
So, were you pulling for Michigan State or Nebraska today?
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:50 Brian Mason
6:52
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Nebraska all the way....
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:52 Jeff from CP
6:52
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Nebraska. We beat them so if they keep winning our win against them looks better
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:52 Erik
6:52
[Comment From KimKim: ]
Had to go with Nebraska.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:52 Kim
6:52
Brian Mason:
Nearly unanimous for the Huskers. Interesting.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:52 Brian Mason
6:52
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Nebraska.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:52 Badger Rose
6:52
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Plus there are still some residual hard feelings towards MSU
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:52 Erik
6:53
Brian Mason:
Didn't know if people wanted to see Sparty go down because of last week or if they wanted them to continue on the path to a potential Big Ten title game rematch.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:53 Brian Mason
6:53
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Just a smidgen, Erik.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:53 Badger Rose
6:53
BadgersLive:
Good evening all, 20 mins. until #Badgers kick off at #OSU. You can get play by play here, or follow the live blog: http://t.co/wGZi2RlD[via Twitter]
Amen Erik,,,it did my heart good to see Michigan St stink up the field..
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:53 Jeff from CP
6:55
Brian Mason:
The band is just standing in a crown formation (because of Homecoming). Waiting to see this Script Ohio play out.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:55 Brian Mason
6:55
[Comment From KimKim: ]
Their fans randomly yell "O H" and "I O" to each other.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:55 Kim
6:55
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Let's make that the last thing OSU has to celebrate. My prediction is 24-10 UW. I believe the Buckeyes have more playmakers on defense.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:55 Badger Rose
6:59
Brian Mason:
Wow. Pre-game intro video calling out the Badgers. Says Camp Randall has nothing on The Horseshoe at night.
Saturday October 29, 2011 6:59 Brian Mason
7:00
[Comment From bobbiebobbie: ]
I thought kickoff was at 7?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:00 bobbie
7:00
Brian Mason:
7:06 will be your official kickoff tonight, bobbie
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:00 Brian Mason
7:00
[Comment From Carol 79 Badger GradCarol 79 Badger Grad: ]
How do you think the guys have psychologically recovered from the MSU loss?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:00 Carol 79 Badger Grad
7:00
Brian Mason:
Definitely. They are locked in on what's in front of them tonight. The goals are still there for the taking.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:00 Brian Mason
7:02
Brian Mason:
Badgers have taken the field and the Buckeyes are doing their best to get their crowd psyched up. This is going to be fun.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:02 Brian Mason
7:02
Brian Mason:
National anthem time
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:02 Brian Mason
7:04
[Comment From Carol 79 Badger GradCarol 79 Badger Grad: ]
Lou Holtz just called it for Wisconsin on ESPN
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:04 Carol 79 Badger Grad
7:04
[Comment From KimKim: ]
Anyone else watching ESPN glad we don't have to listen to "Herbie" call the game?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:04 Kim
7:04
[Comment From PeterPeter: ]
How much do you think the badgers are going to win by?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:04 Peter
7:05
Brian Mason:
I'm on the record for a 31-17 Badgers win.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:05 Brian Mason
7:05
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
No turnovers tonight,,,Don't give up any special teams td's and play good fundamentals....GO BUCKY!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:05 Jeff from CP
7:05
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Speaking of goals, this week the players were wearing wristbands with the same goal as last week--goal #6, which I think is win on the road. So their attitude remains steady.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:05 Badger Rose
7:05
Brian Mason:
Badgers win the toss and elect to receive
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:05 Brian Mason
7:05
Brian Mason:
Worked well last time against these guys...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:05 Brian Mason
7:07
Brian Mason:
Abbrederis and White back to receive ... here we go.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:07 Brian Mason
7:07
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Let's go Abby,,,shock the world...!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:07 Jeff from CP
7:07
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Badgers are focused!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:07 csWaterford66
7:07
Brian Mason:
Not this time. White makes it out to the 16 after taking the kick at the goal line
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:07 Brian Mason
7:08
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW on UW 16: Play action to Abbrederis and that's a gain of 18
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:08 Karl Anderson
7:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
First down, no problem.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:08 Badger Rose
7:08
Brian Mason:
Great play-fake to Ball to start things off. Wilson finds Abbrederis on a great throw over the middle.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:08 Brian Mason
7:09
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
I meant Abby there,not the kickoff.....
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:09 Jeff from CP
7:09
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW on UW 34: Ball gains 1 on a run up the middle
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:09 Karl Anderson
7:09
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
NIce play fake, Jeff.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:09 Badger Rose
7:09
Brian Mason:
First 3rd down of the night for the Badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:09 Brian Mason
7:09
Karl Anderson:
2/8, UW on UW 36: Wilson throws out to Pedersen who gets to the 41 setting up a 3/3
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:09 Karl Anderson
7:10
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Thank you,,I'm here all night...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:10 Jeff from CP
7:10
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
Lets go Badgers! Forget about last week, lets look at this week.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:10 Dustin
7:10
Brian Mason:
Nice scramble by Wilson to keep things alive, but he's short.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:10 Brian Mason
7:10
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Go Badgers. Put last week behind you.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:10 Guest
7:10
Karl Anderson:
3/3, UW on UW 41: Wilson scrambles but comes up a yard short
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:10 Karl Anderson
7:10
Brian Mason:
Officially a 2-yard gain for Wilson on the scramble
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:10 Brian Mason
7:11
Brian Mason:
Great coverage downfield for the Badgers on a great kick from Nortman. 47-yard punt all the way down to the OSU 10
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:11 Brian Mason
7:11
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
You & I as always, Jeff. It used to be Apache Junction Badger last year. Where is he now?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:11 Badger Rose
7:12
Brian Mason:
Good question, Rose. Missing his contributions this time aroudn.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:12 Brian Mason
7:12
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 10: Herron runs right, cuts back and gains about 11 or 12
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:12 Karl Anderson
7:13
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 22: playaction deep down the left sideline but off the hands of Brown
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:13 Karl Anderson
7:13
Brian Mason:
Good coverage there by Cromartie. He got beat up a little bit for his play against the Spartans last week. Starts off well the first time he's targeted tonight.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:13 Brian Mason
7:13
Karl Anderson:
2/10, OSU at OSU 22: pick up of 2 for Herron as Borland and Henry there quick with the stop
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:13 Karl Anderson
7:13
Brian Mason:
Love how quickly Borland fills gaps in run coverage. Sound defense makes it 3rd and 8 for OSU
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:13 Brian Mason
7:13
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Those weird OSU uniforms remind me of the color block dresses Hollywood starlets use to make them look slimmer.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:13 Badger Rose
7:14
Karl Anderson:
3/8, OSU at OSU 24: Miller forced to scramble but a combo of Kelly and Claxton there to stop him for a loss
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:14 Karl Anderson
7:14
Brian Mason:
Nice contain for the Badgers. Miller is dangerous when he finds the edge.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:14 Brian Mason
7:14
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Just call me Joan Rivers.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:14 Badger Rose
7:14
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
May I add to my post earlier that we have to TACKLE!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:14 Jeff from CP
7:14
Karl Anderson:
Claxton did well to come up from the LB spot to force Miller short
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:14 Karl Anderson
7:15
Karl Anderson:
Abbrederis fields at the 31 and is tripped up right away
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:15 Karl Anderson
7:15
Brian Mason:
Abbrederis pinned against the sideline the return and got clipped just enough to go down. Nice kick and good coverage for OSU
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:15 Brian Mason
7:15
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
Football players can care about their figure to Badger Rose ;)
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:15 Dustin
7:15
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
color blocking not doing much for the buckeyes" figures"
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:15 sfbaymartha
7:16
BadgersLive:
1/10, OSU at OSU 10: Herron runs right, cuts back and gains about 11 or 12 [via Twitter]
Abbrederis fields a punt at the UW 31 and is tripped up right away [via Twitter]
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:16 BadgersLive
7:16
BadgersLive:
3/8, OSU at OSU 24: Miller forced to scramble but a combo of Kelly and Claxton there to stop him for a loss [via Twitter]
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:16 BadgersLive
7:16
BadgersLive:
4/1, UW on UW 43: Nortman punts and Hall hit immediately by Wojta for no gain at the OSU 10 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:16 BadgersLive
7:16
BadgerFootball:
RT @ESPN_BigTen: Both teams have taken the field. Unreal atmosphere here at The Shoe. Entire place is decked out in red. Good stuff. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:16 BadgerFootball
7:16
Brian Mason:
Sorry about those poorly-timed tweets. They are not being brought into our blog in real-time as they normally are.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:16 Brian Mason
7:17
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
Thats alright Brian, we really appreciate you doing this. I'm a Badger living in New York without a TV so again, THANK YOU!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:17 Dustin
7:17
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Early going making my prediction of a defensive game look good. But it's very, very early. Takes a while for the guys to get a feel for the other team.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:17 Badger Rose
7:17
[Comment From badgerboy79badgerboy79: ]
I thought this about football...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:17 badgerboy79
7:17
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 31 coming out of the media timeout
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:17 Karl Anderson
7:18
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 31: nothing for Ball right up the middle
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:18 Karl Anderson
7:19
Karl Anderson:
2/9, UW at UW 32: Wilson hits Ewing out of the backfield and he gains 8 to get to the UW 40
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:19 Karl Anderson
7:19
Brian Mason:
Montee picks up the blitz to make that play happen and Ewing does a fantastic job of slipping a tackle to pick up an extra 6 yards or so. Great job for the UW backfield
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:19 Brian Mason
7:19
Karl Anderson:
3/1, UW on UW 40: Ball finds room off RT and gains 2 or 3 to get the first down
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:19 Karl Anderson
7:20
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 42: Play fake and Wilson hits Toon, who makes a great catch over a defender, to get 20 yards!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:20 Karl Anderson
7:20
Brian Mason:
Wow. Fantastic catch for Toon on the sideline despite interference.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:20 Brian Mason
7:20
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Beautiful! Tooooooon!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:20 Badger Rose
7:20
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
tooooooon!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:20 sfbaymartha
7:20
[Comment From Jo from IAJo from IA: ]
Tooon!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:20 Jo from IA
7:20
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Tooooooooooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn......
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:20 Jeff from CP
7:21
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at OSU 39: another play fake and Wilson finds Ewing again out of the backfield, all the way to the OSU 25!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:21 Karl Anderson
7:21
Brian Mason:
Seen that play work a couple of times already. Play-action and a short throw on the shallow route under the OSU coverage. Wilson sells the fake very well.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:21 Brian Mason
7:22
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at OSU 25: Ball dances his way off LT to gain 3
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:22 Karl Anderson
7:22
Karl Anderson:
2/7, UW at OSU 22: play action but Wilson overshoots Abbrederis running a post route in the end zone
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:22 Karl Anderson
7:23
Brian Mason:
Wilson had Abbrederis but was just ahead of him with the throw. Badgers need to pick up 8 to convert the third down
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:23 Brian Mason
7:23
Brian Mason:
Oh my goodness! Montee Ball!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:23 Brian Mason
7:23
Karl Anderson:
3/7, UW at OSU 22: Touchdown Badgers!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:23 Karl Anderson
7:23
Karl Anderson:
Wilson squeezes a pass in to Ball underneath, Ball makes a man miss and runs it in for a 6-0 UW lead!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:23 Karl Anderson
7:24
[Comment From badgerboy79badgerboy79: ]
Monte Monte...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:24 badgerboy79
7:24
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Monte Ballll!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:24 csWaterford66
7:24
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
Woohooooo Badgers!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:24 Dustin
7:24
[Comment From Jo from IAJo from IA: ]
TD Ball!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:24 Jo from IA
7:24
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
beautiful!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:24 sfbaymartha
7:24
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
but close.....
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:24 sfbaymartha
7:25
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Ball saves the INT
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:25 Guest
7:25
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Vintage Badgers!!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:25 Jeff from CP
7:25
Brian Mason:
Took some focus by Montee to hang on to that one. It bounces differently off his hands and it's going the other way. Whew.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:25 Brian Mason
7:25
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Like I said before,,who do you stop for the Badgers???? Too many weapons.....
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:25 Jeff from CP
7:25
Brian Mason:
Dangerous throw, yes. But I love that Wilson has the confidence (in himself and Montee) to make the throw.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:25 Brian Mason
7:25
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
I think it's safe to say the offensive guys have found their legs!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:25 Badger Rose
7:25
[Comment From WiscDadCoronadoWiscDadCoronado: ]
Great catch...but don't throw behind Ball again...that DB had a bead on the INT
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:25 WiscDadCoronado
7:26
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Coulda shoulda woulda......GO BUCKY!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:26 Jeff from CP
7:27
Brian Mason:
"Baby I Like It" the music choice after the Badgers' TD. Might want to re-think that one, OSU...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:27 Brian Mason
7:27
Karl Anderson:
replay shows that Ball actually helped Oglesby block before going out for pass, is there anything Ball can't do?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:27 Karl Anderson
7:27
Karl Anderson:
Hall returns the kick from the 3, out to about the OSU 25
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:27 Karl Anderson
7:28
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 26: TFL as Kelly forces Herron back inside and Taylor makes the stop!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:28 Karl Anderson
7:29
Karl Anderson:
2/13, OSU at OSU 23: Designed run and Miller jukes his way for 13 yards and a first down
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:29 Karl Anderson
7:29
Brian Mason:
Just enough to move the chains. Not to nit-pick, but seemed like a pretty favorable spot
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:29 Brian Mason
7:29
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Come on guys!!!!!TACKLE!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:29 Jeff from CP
7:29
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ya it was a very generous spot
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:29 Erik
7:30
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 37: Great contain by Brendan Kelly then Borland forces Miller out of bounds for a loss of 1
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:30 Karl Anderson
7:30
Brian Mason:
Miller showing his elusiveness there. Badgers said this week after watching film that he may not be as fast as some mobile QBs, but he is very, very shifty.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:30 Brian Mason
7:30
Karl Anderson:
2/11, OSU at OSU 35: another TFL! Taylor shoots up the middle and stops Herron in the backfield
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:30 Karl Anderson
7:30
Brian Mason:
Taylor and Borland both do such a fantastic job of using their arms even when a defender makes it so they can't square up for a tackle. Great strength from the LBs
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:30 Brian Mason
7:30
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
stufffed!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:30 sfbaymartha
7:31
Karl Anderson:
3/12, OSU at OSU 34: Miller finds Brown near the OSU sidelines for 15 yards and a first down
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:31 Karl Anderson
7:31
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Both feet out of bounds.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:31 Badger Rose
7:31
Brian Mason:
Sure looked like he was out. Replay coming.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:31 Brian Mason
7:31
[Comment From KimKim: ]
bad call!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:31 Kim
7:32
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
he was out of bounds!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 Guest
7:32
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Nope. No way.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 Jim
7:32
[Comment From WiscDadCoronadoWiscDadCoronado: ]
that is not a catch...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 WiscDadCoronado
7:32
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Caught in the air, came down out of bounds.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 Badger Rose
7:32
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Challenge that one baby...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 Jeff from CP
7:32
Brian Mason:
Can't fault them for making the call that he was in. An easy one to look at on replay.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 Brian Mason
7:32
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
If they don't overturn this then what is the point of replay?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 Erik
7:32
Brian Mason:
It is pretty clear after seeing it a second time, Erik.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 Brian Mason
7:32
[Comment From Mags and Phil from IdahoMags and Phil from Idaho: ]
Got home just in time from our horse event to watch the game. Looking good Badgers, keep it up!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:32 Mags and Phil from Idaho
7:33
Brian Mason:
Confirmed? Say what!?!?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:33 Brian Mason
7:33
Brian Mason:
I think ESPN is still in commercial break, but the officials have just said the call was confirmed.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:33 Brian Mason
7:33
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
that cannot be!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:33 Badgerdan
7:34
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
What? No.....
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 csWaterford66
7:34
[Comment From KimKim: ]
What!?!?! that's crazy - ESPN is still in commercial
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Kim
7:34
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Are you kidding me?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Erik
7:34
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
BS!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Jeff from CP
7:34
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Is it even possible for a Buckeye fan to say honestly he was in?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Erik
7:34
[Comment From KimKim: ]
The blog is about 30 seconds ahead of the TV
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Kim
7:34
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Is Jim Tressel in the replay booth??
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Jeff from CP
7:34
Brian Mason:
Hard to understand that one.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Brian Mason
7:34
Brian Mason:
Regardless, we play on...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Brian Mason
7:34
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 49: Miller on the keeper but stopped right at the line of scrimmage by Kelly
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:34 Karl Anderson
7:35
[Comment From WiscDadCoronadoWiscDadCoronado: ]
com' on D keep the pressure up
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:35 WiscDadCoronado
7:35
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
sure wish they would have said the same thing last week. Inconclusive evidence.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:35 Badgerdan
7:35
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I am convinced Wisconsin may never win a replay review ever again
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:35 Erik
7:35
Karl Anderson:
2/12, OSU at OSU 47: Hall hit by Claxton and Taylor for no gain.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:35 Karl Anderson
7:35
[Comment From HalHal: ]
Following game in Adelaide, Australia on the blog.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:35 Hal
7:35
Brian Mason:
Happy to have you, Hal.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:35 Brian Mason
7:36
Karl Anderson:
3/12, OSU at OSU 47: Stoneburner had the first down but a nice hit from Johnson dislodges the ball and OSU will have to punt!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:36 Karl Anderson
7:36
Brian Mason:
Stoneburner couldn't hand on after a solid hit by Johnson
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:36 Brian Mason
7:36
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Taylor must be in the Ohio St huddle...He is everywhere...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:36 Jeff from CP
7:36
Brian Mason:
All over that play, too. He has been active on D tonight.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:36 Brian Mason
7:37
Karl Anderson:
Abbrederis makes the fair catch at the UW 16 yard line
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:37 Karl Anderson
7:37
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 17: James White scoots off right side for pickup of 2
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:37 Karl Anderson
7:37
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
pretty good pressure on that punt!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:37 Badgerdan
7:37
[Comment From SANDI FROM PAAMULSANDI FROM PAAMUL: ]
Go Badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:37 SANDI FROM PAAMUL
7:37
[Comment From Dale E BadgerfanDale E Badgerfan: ]
checking in from Guyana, South America - go Badgers!
Touchdown #Badgers! Montee Ball 22-yard pass from #RussellWilson -- Wisconsin 7, Ohio State 0 -- 6:58 1st Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:38 BadgerFootball
7:38
BadgersLive:
3/12, OSU at OSU 34: Miller hits Brown near OSU sidelines for 15 yards. Ruled a catch but play will be reviewed as Brown may have been OB [via Twitter]
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:38 BadgersLive
7:38
BadgersLive:
Play stands as called [via Twitter]
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:38 BadgersLive
7:38
Brian Mason:
Nice burst of speed from White. He has the ability to really turn on the jets
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:38 Brian Mason
7:38
Karl Anderson:
2/8, UW at UW 19: Draw to White up the middle and he picks up about 6 or 7
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:38 Karl Anderson
7:38
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Do we really need these pop up ads????
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:38 Jeff from CP
7:38
Brian Mason:
Sorry, Jeff. It's how we keep this thing free.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:38 Brian Mason
7:38
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Let's pick it up here!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:38 Erik
7:39
Karl Anderson:
3/1, UW at UW 26: big hit by Barnett stops Ball short of the first down
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:39 Karl Anderson
7:39
Karl Anderson:
well nevermind, ruled a first down initially but now they'll review
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:39 Karl Anderson
7:40
Brian Mason:
A nice tackle by Barnett to square up Ball there. Officials give him forward progress, but the ESPN replay makes it seem he was short of the magical yellow line.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:40 Brian Mason
7:40
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Perhaps a makeup play here?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:40 Jim
7:40
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Time for the play to be overturned I am sure....
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:40 Erik
7:40
[Comment From WiscDadCoronadoWiscDadCoronado: ]
Oh her we go again
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:40 WiscDadCoronado
7:40
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
I say short of the marker
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:40 Badgerdan
7:40
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
we will lose that one too
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:40 John
7:40
[Comment From Sandi from Paamul, MexicoSandi from Paamul, Mexico: ]
The Badger replay curse
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:40 Sandi from Paamul, Mexico
7:41
Brian Mason:
Call overturned. It will be 4th and 1 at the Badgers 26
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Brian Mason
7:41
[Comment From MaryMary: ]
I really think this replay stuff is getting out of hand...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Mary
7:41
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
Go for it!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Dustin
7:41
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
There we are. Wisconsin can never win a replay!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Erik
7:41
[Comment From KimKim: ]
Blah - crummy calls
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Kim
7:41
Karl Anderson:
Nortman on to punt for UW
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Karl Anderson
7:41
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
He was short.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Badgerdan
7:41
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
Lets go Defense!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Dustin
7:41
Karl Anderson:
Hall makes the fair catch at the OSU 32
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Karl Anderson
7:41
Brian Mason:
Dustin has the right idea. Let's move on.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Brian Mason
7:41
[Comment From Jo from IAJo from IA: ]
OK D, be tough.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:41 Jo from IA
7:42
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 33: Herron with a gain of 7 of LG
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:42 Karl Anderson
7:43
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Perhaps the defense will come up with a 3 and out or a turnover here
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:43 Erik
7:43
[Comment From MNBuckyMNBucky: ]
Who are we playing tonight? Tron State?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:43 MNBucky
7:43
Karl Anderson:
After 1 quarter, Wisconsin leads Ohio State, 7-0
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:43 Karl Anderson
7:43
Brian Mason:
MNBucky is the early leader for the "Comment of the Night" trophy
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:43 Brian Mason
7:44
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Nice Minnesota win vs Iowa today..Congrats...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:44 Jeff from CP
7:45
Brian Mason:
Ohio State basketball alums Evan Turner and Mike Connelly being introduced to the crowd now. Don't miss seeing them...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:45 Brian Mason
7:47
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
What does everyone think the Badgers need to do to stay in the lead and win this?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:47 Dustin
7:47
Karl Anderson:
2/3, OSU at OSU 40: Herron up the middle met by Taylor and it'll go for 2 yards
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:47 Karl Anderson
7:47
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Score more points and prevent them from scoring
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:47 Erik
7:47
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Have more points than Ohio State at the end of the game..
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:47 Jeff from CP
7:47
Karl Anderson:
3/2, OSU at OSU 41: Herron hit by Kohout and Muldoon but it'll be enough for a first down
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:47 Karl Anderson
7:47
Brian Mason:
Wow. Great analysis there, gentlemen
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:47 Brian Mason
7:47
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
establish the running game and wear down ohio state's defense
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:47 sfbaymartha
7:48
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 45: Great open field tackle from Johnson who comes up from the safety spot to hit Herron for no gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:48 Karl Anderson
7:48
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
good tackle there
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:48 BadgerFan22
7:48
Brian Mason:
Love to see that from Shelton Johnson. Great fundamentals on the stop.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:48 Brian Mason
7:49
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I learned from the best, John Madden
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:49 Erik
7:49
Karl Anderson:
2/11, OSU at OSU 44: Miller keeps it this time and gains about 7 as he gets hit by Taylor's shoulder
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:49 Karl Anderson
7:49
Brian Mason:
Ah, knew that sounded familiar, Erik
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:49 Brian Mason
7:49
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
He asked, we answered...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:49 Jeff from CP
7:49
Karl Anderson:
3/4, OSU at UW 49: Miller hits Brown for a gain of about 6 on a comeback route
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:49 Karl Anderson
7:50
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at UW 43: false start coming up on OSU
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:50 Karl Anderson
7:50
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
back it up
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:50 sfbaymartha
7:51
Karl Anderson:
1/15, OSU at UW 48: Miller again finds Brown for a pickup of about 6
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:51 Karl Anderson
7:51
[Comment From Pfoty2Pfoty2: ]
Defense needs some help
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:51 Pfoty2
7:51
Karl Anderson:
2/9, OSU at UW 42: Great coverage on the QB option by Claxton, Taylor and Borland. Miller gains only a couple
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:51 Karl Anderson
7:51
Brian Mason:
Got it there from Taylor and Borland. Both LBs playing well tonight.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:51 Brian Mason
7:51
Karl Anderson:
all players stayed home and Miller couldn't do anything but tuck it
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:51 Karl Anderson
7:52
Karl Anderson:
3/5, OSU at UW 38: Miller looking for Brown but well overthrown down the sideline
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:52 Karl Anderson
7:52
Brian Mason:
Buckeyes spread it out and Miller overthrew Brown down the sideline. Fenelus had the coverage anyway.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:52 Brian Mason
7:53
Karl Anderson:
OSU to punt and it'll be downed at the UW 8 yard line
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:53 Karl Anderson
7:53
Brian Mason:
A nice kick for the Buckeyes. Badgers will have some ground to cover starting from their own 8
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:53 Brian Mason
7:53
[Comment From Pfoty2Pfoty2: ]
Alright lets get that running game going.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:53 Pfoty2
7:53
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Not even close to the receiver. Too early for a Hail Mary.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:53 Badger Rose
7:53
Brian Mason:
Booooo.... too soon, Rose. Too soon.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:53 Brian Mason
7:54
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ]
She is just excising evii spirits
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:54 DrMJG
7:54
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
I thought that was pretty funny Rose.....Are you here all night also??
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:54 Jeff from CP
7:54
Karl Anderson:
Wilson 6/7 tonight for 86 yards and a score
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:54 Karl Anderson
7:55
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
Let's GO BUCKY
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 John
7:55
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
lets go uw
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 BadgerFan22
7:55
Karl Anderson:
White 2 rushes for 9 yards. Ball 5 rushes for 8 yards
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 Karl Anderson
7:55
Karl Anderson:
Ewing 2 catches for 22 yards. Ball 1 catch for 22 yards and a TD. Toon 1 catch for 19 yards
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 Karl Anderson
7:55
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Anyone know the final score for the NW-IU game?
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 Erik
7:55
Karl Anderson:
Taylor already with 8 tackles
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 Karl Anderson
7:55
Brian Mason:
A 59-38 win for the Cats
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 Brian Mason
7:55
[Comment From Badger 79 GradBadger 79 Grad: ]
Make those OSU fans shut up, Badgers!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 Badger 79 Grad
7:55
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
uw needs to get more point so i can relax
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:55 BadgerFan22
7:56
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Still a little touchy, are we? I'm just contrasting the poor decisions of their frosh QB with our experienced one.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:56 Badger Rose
7:56
Brian Mason:
Just having fun with you...
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:56 Brian Mason
7:56
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 8: Wilson overthrows Toon
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:56 Karl Anderson
7:57
Karl Anderson:
2/10, UW at UW 8: Wilson rolls right and finds Toon for a gain of about 5
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:57 Karl Anderson
7:57
Brian Mason:
A nice catch by Toon in stride and a great tackle by Howard to bowl him over. It's a hard-hitting affair tonight on both sides.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:57 Brian Mason
7:57
Karl Anderson:
3/4, UW at UW 14: Fake the sweep, handoff to Ball who gains about 3 when he needed 4
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:57 Karl Anderson
7:57
Karl Anderson:
Nortman on for another punt
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:57 Karl Anderson
7:57
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
short of 1st down dang.....
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:57 BadgerFan22
7:57
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
A little short.
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:57 Badger Rose
7:58
Karl Anderson:
Big hit by Wojta who nails Hall on the punt
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:58 Karl Anderson
7:58
Brian Mason:
Tough take there. Sweat made a great play to bring Ball down short of the sticks. Coach Bielema was praising Sweat earlier this week as a great player for OSU
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:58 Brian Mason
7:58
[Comment From badgerboy79badgerboy79: ]
Can't convert a 3rd downs!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:58 badgerboy79
7:58
Brian Mason:
Badgers 2-for-5 on 3rd down tonight ... OSU is 3-for-6
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:58 Brian Mason
7:58
[Comment From Badger 79 GradBadger 79 Grad: ]
OK, defense, get busy!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:58 Badger 79 Grad
7:58
[Comment From Pfoty2Pfoty2: ]
Ouch
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:58 Pfoty2
7:59
[Comment From The ChiefThe Chief: ]
Badgers 4 - UNO Mavericks 1 after 1 at the Zkohl Center
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:59 The Chief
7:59
Brian Mason:
A pair of goals for the Badgers in just 35 seconds tonight. Keep it up!
Saturday October 29, 2011 7:59 Brian Mason
8:00
[Comment From BadgerInOhioBadgerInOhio: ]
Losing 3rd down on both sides of the ball
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:00 BadgerInOhio
8:00
[Comment From JimJim: ]
The 2nd quarter killed us last week and was the difference in the game. A 3 and out isn't a good start but could be worse.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:00 Jim
8:01
Brian Mason:
Badgers in search of their first 1st down since the touchdown
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:01 Brian Mason
8:01
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 47: Miller tries to spin away from Taylor but can't. gain of 3 or so
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:01 Karl Anderson
8:01
Karl Anderson:
2/7, OSU at 50: Herron gains 3 as Hemer jumps on his back to drag him down
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:01 Karl Anderson
8:02
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Horrible....reruns of last week's nightmare on ESPN.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:02 csWaterford66
8:02
Brian Mason:
We'll be seeing that one for a while, folks. Unfortunately.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:02 Brian Mason
8:02
Karl Anderson:
3/3, OSU at UW 46: Miller draws and runs around right end for a first down
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:02 Karl Anderson
8:02
Brian Mason:
Taylor with 9 tackles already for the Badgers ... Badgers have 6 TFLs as a team tonight
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:02 Brian Mason
8:03
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at UW 42: Hall is gangtackled for a gain of 2. Borland and Taylor among the Badgers on the stop
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:03 Karl Anderson
8:03
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Come on Defense...offense wants the ball back.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:03 California Bucky
8:04
Karl Anderson:
2/8, OSU at UW 40: Miller rolls left and great pressure from UW defense. Claxton spins Miller out of bounds for loss of 3 or so
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:04 Karl Anderson
8:04
Brian Mason:
Another TFL for the Badgers ... that's 7 on the night
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:04 Brian Mason
8:04
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Make that 7
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:04 Jeff from CP
8:04
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
I have no complaints about our defense. Only 6 minutes left in the half & they haven't even got a field goal. Lots of TFL's.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:04 Badger Rose
8:04
[Comment From WiscDadCoronadoWiscDadCoronado: ]
great D. kept their eyes up and moved OSU backwards
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:04 WiscDadCoronado
8:04
Karl Anderson:
3/10, OSU at UW 42: Badgers blitz but Miller keeps up the middle and gains a first down
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:04 Karl Anderson
8:04
Brian Mason:
Arrrrghhhh.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:04 Brian Mason
8:05
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
holy cow
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:05 sfbaymartha
8:05
[Comment From BadgerInOhioBadgerInOhio: ]
3rd down defense kiling us
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:05 BadgerInOhio
8:05
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at UW 28: Badgers string the sweep out and Henry hits Herron for a loss of 3
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:05 Karl Anderson
8:05
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Give Hemer a scholarship!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:05 Badger Rose
8:05
Brian Mason:
Hemer has been great. 3 tackles tonight already.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:05 Brian Mason
8:05
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
nice stop defense
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:05 BadgerFan22
8:05
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
8
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:05 Jeff from CP
8:05
Brian Mason:
Now make it 9 TFLs!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:05 Brian Mason
8:06
Karl Anderson:
2/12, OSU at UW 30: nothing doing for Herron. Nzewgu and Taylor there for the stop at the line of scrimmage
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:06 Karl Anderson
8:06
Brian Mason:
Well fine. No gain. Keep it at 8.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:06 Brian Mason
8:06
Karl Anderson:
3/12, OSU at UW 30: Miller complete to Hall but it's going to be well short of a first down!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:06 Karl Anderson
8:07
Karl Anderson:
gain of 8 or so
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 Karl Anderson
8:07
Brian Mason:
7 1/2 minute lead in time of possession for the Buckeyes so far
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 Brian Mason
8:07
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
miss it misss it
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 BadgerFan22
8:07
Karl Anderson:
Basil on for the field goal try, 39 yard try
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 Karl Anderson
8:07
Karl Anderson:
hits the left upright and goes through, tough break for Bucky
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 Karl Anderson
8:07
Brian Mason:
Did his best to miss it. Clanked it around and bounced it through. Wow.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 Brian Mason
8:07
[Comment From Jo from IAJo from IA: ]
Ugly, but in.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 Jo from IA
8:07
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
dang it
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 BadgerFan22
8:07
[Comment From KimKim: ]
lucky
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:07 Kim
8:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Wow. It's better to be lucky than good.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:08 Badger Rose
8:08
Brian Mason:
Took OSU 10 plays and 5:46 of clock to cover 31 yards on that drive.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:08 Brian Mason
8:09
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Osu getting the breaks so far....obviously.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:09 Jim
8:09
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
badger nation still has this game
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:09 BadgerFan22
8:09
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
It seems we've been on the wrong side of luck lately. We need to turn this thing around.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:09 California Bucky
8:09
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
i guess they really are lucky
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:09 sfbaymartha
8:10
Karl Anderson:
Abby from the goal line, out to the 28. Boy he is exciting in the open field
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:10 Karl Anderson
8:11
[Comment From KimKim: ]
nice return
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:11 Kim
8:11
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
good return
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:11 BadgerFan22
8:11
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
a nice drive to finish the half would be nice.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:11 Badgerdan
8:11
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 29: Wilson hits White underneath and he gains 6 to the 35
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:11 Karl Anderson
8:12
Karl Anderson:
2/4, UW at UW 35: Wilson one-hops a Pass to Abby along the far sideline
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:12 Karl Anderson
8:12
Brian Mason:
Wilson had some time after evading the initial rush, but Abbrederis couldn't come all the way back to the ball. Another 3rd down for Bucky.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:12 Brian Mason
8:12
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ya we need a spark here
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:12 Erik
8:12
Brian Mason:
Great catch by Pedersen to move the chains!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:12 Brian Mason
8:12
Karl Anderson:
3/4, UW at UW 35: great diving catch by Pedersen keeps the chains moving
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:12 Karl Anderson
8:13
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 41: White off LT and he gets about 1
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:13 Karl Anderson
8:14
Karl Anderson:
2/9, UW at UW 42: Throws to Ball in the flats, Ball breaks a tackle and gains about 5
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:14 Karl Anderson
8:14
Brian Mason:
Nice job of getting past the first tackler for Ball. Picks up YAC and gets out of bounds
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:14 Brian Mason
8:14
Karl Anderson:
3/5, UW at UW 46: Wilson rolls to his left but can't get free and takes a sack
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:14 Karl Anderson
8:14
Brian Mason:
Simon left Wilson with nowhere to go ... great rush to get the sack
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:14 Brian Mason
8:14
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Not what we needed
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:14 Erik
8:14
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Yuck.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:14 Badger Rose
8:14
[Comment From Jo from IAJo from IA: ]
readjust
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:14 Jo from IA
8:14
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Why did we let so much time run off the clock there??
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:14 Jeff from CP
8:16
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Yup, gonna be a lot of jawing in the locker room and talk about blown defensive assignments. We're in for a real dog fight.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:16 California Bucky
8:16
[Comment From BadgerInOhioBadgerInOhio: ]
We have 23 yards rushing....23
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:16 BadgerInOhio
8:16
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
so we are going to eat 3 t/o's and go into the half with them????They don't carry over....Horrible...
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:16 Jeff from CP
8:16
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
This is getting ugly!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:16 Guest
8:17
Karl Anderson:
Hall muffs the punt but OSU able to recover
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:17 Karl Anderson
8:17
[Comment From KimKim: ]
it would be awesome if we recovered!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:17 Kim
8:17
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
There has been no reason to use a timeout yet. Maybe we can get them to three and out using our 3 to's
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:17 Erik
8:18
Brian Mason:
The OSU Homecoming queen is right behind me snapping photos. Hope these pictures turn out for her.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:18 Brian Mason
8:18
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 7: Draw up the middle for short gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:18 Karl Anderson
8:18
Karl Anderson:
Timeout Badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:18 Karl Anderson
8:19
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
There we go, we used one
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:19 Erik
8:19
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
almost got the fumble
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:19 BadgerFan22
8:20
Karl Anderson:
2/7, OSU at OSU 11: Herron hit for short gain and another Badger timeout
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:20 Karl Anderson
8:20
[Comment From Badger 79 gradBadger 79 grad: ]
What is up with their timing? They just seem to be a beat off on everything tonight. How does it seem to you there, Karl and Brian?
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:20 Badger 79 grad
8:20
Brian Mason:
Ohio State's speed on defense has caused some issues. The other problem is that we're getting out-Wisconsined. OSU has managed to put together a pair of very long drives to keep the ball away from the Badgers' offense.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:20 Brian Mason
8:20
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
My prediction of 24-10 final score looks like too much offense for this game. Over/under on this game? 22?
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:20 Badger Rose
8:21
Brian Mason:
Badgers take their third and final timeout.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:21 Brian Mason
8:21
Karl Anderson:
3/5, OSU at OSU 13: Great open field tackle from Claxton to trip up Miller!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:21 Karl Anderson
8:21
[Comment From Pfoty2Pfoty2: ]
Watch for the quarterback draw
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:21 Pfoty2
8:21
Brian Mason:
That covers about half the Ohio State playbook we've seen tonight...
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:21 Brian Mason
8:21
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
That was a fantastic tackle!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:21 Erik
8:21
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
nice tackle
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:21 BadgerFan22
8:21
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Ok, it worked out.....my bad...
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:21 Jeff from CP
8:22
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Again, our defense has looked very strong.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:22 Badger Rose
8:22
Karl Anderson:
OSU to punt and Abby fair catches it at UW 47
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:22 Karl Anderson
8:22
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
lets go badgers!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:22 BadgerFan22
8:22
[Comment From Kayla CarneyKayla Carney: ]
GO BADGERS!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:22 Kayla Carney
8:22
Brian Mason:
OK .. 32 seconds left
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:22 Brian Mason
8:23
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 47: out to Abby who gets to the OSU 45
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Karl Anderson
8:23
[Comment From Bucky 79 gradBucky 79 grad: ]
COME ON BADGERS!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Bucky 79 grad
8:23
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Get close enough for Welch to boot one.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Badger Rose
8:23
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Lets get something going to quiet the Buckeyes!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Erik
8:23
[Comment From KimKim: ]
plenty of time
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Kim
8:23
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Plenty of time to score. Come on Offense.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 California Bucky
8:23
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
Get them BUCKY
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 John
8:23
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Close enough for Welch? How about we break one for a TD?
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Erik
8:23
[Comment From badgerboy79badgerboy79: ]
Lets go Bucky
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 badgerboy79
8:23
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
LETS GO!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 BadgerFan22
8:23
[Comment From Bucky 79 gradBucky 79 grad: ]
Shut up the Buckeyes!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Bucky 79 grad
8:23
Karl Anderson:
2/1, UW at OSU 44: Wilson throws behind Ball for an incompletion
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Karl Anderson
8:23
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Ball would still be running if that is completed..
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:23 Jeff from CP
8:24
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
THAT WOULD OF BEENN 6
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:24 BadgerFan22
8:24
Karl Anderson:
3/1, UW at OSU 44: Wilson sacked
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:24 Karl Anderson
8:24
Karl Anderson:
and that'll bring the 1st half to a close
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:24 Karl Anderson
8:24
[Comment From Bucky 79 gradBucky 79 grad: ]
AAARRGH!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:24 Bucky 79 grad
8:24
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
DANG IT
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:24 BadgerFan22
8:24
Karl Anderson:
At the half, Wisconsin leads Ohio State, 7-3
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:24 Karl Anderson
8:24
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Let's go Badgers.....better than that
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:24 csWaterford66
8:25
Brian Mason:
Ready for halftime? I know the Badgers are. Time to regroup
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 Brian Mason
8:25
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
We are going to have to play more inspired than that in the 2nd half
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 Erik
8:25
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Yup, lots of jawing.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 California Bucky
8:25
[Comment From Pfoty2Pfoty2: ]
Don't like these close defensive ones on the road
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 Pfoty2
8:25
[Comment From KimKim: ]
@csWaterford - for sure! WE are better than that!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 Kim
8:25
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
End of first our Badgers lead OSU 7-3, lets keep it up and destroy OSU
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 BadgerFan22
8:25
[Comment From yutyut: ]
who gets the ball to start half
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 yut
8:25
Brian Mason:
Ohio State will get the ball. Badgers took the opening kickoff.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 Brian Mason
8:25
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Let's hope some offense breaks out. That looks like a baseball score.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:25 Badger Rose
8:26
[Comment From JimJim: ]
D better get some rest. Could be a long 2nd half w them getting the ball first.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:26 Jim
8:26
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Badgers usually have a strong second half.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:26 csWaterford66
8:26
Brian Mason:
A nearly 7-minute lead in time of possession really, really helped OSU in the first half.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:26 Brian Mason
8:26
Brian Mason:
Buckeyes were 5-for-10 converting 3rd downs ... Badgers were 3-for-8
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:26 Brian Mason
8:26
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
I believe Ohio is playing as good as they can play right now and Wisconsin, as we've seen, can play a lot better.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:26 California Bucky
8:28
Brian Mason:
OK ... let's hit the reset button. Be back in a couple of minutes with halftime stats.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:28 Brian Mason
8:28
[Be Right Back Countdown]
10 minutes
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:28
8:40
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
2nd half coming up in 5 minutes lets go badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:40 BadgerFan22
8:41
[Comment From Sun Prairie BuckySun Prairie Bucky: ]
How many throws at Toon? ... Not enough!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:41 Sun Prairie Bucky
8:41
Brian Mason:
Toon had 2 catches for 25 yards -- including a great grab along the sideline
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:41 Brian Mason
8:41
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
Need a stop to start out the second half.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:41 Badgerdan
8:41
[Comment From The ChiefThe Chief: ]
Badgers 5 - UNO Mavericks 1 after 2 at the Kohl Center
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:41 The Chief
8:42
Brian Mason:
First Half Stats - First Downs: WIS 6, OSU 7 - Rushing Yards: WIS 10, OSU 69 - Passing Yards: WIS 117, OSU 35 - Total Yards: WIS 127, OSU 104
sitting at the top of ohio stadium sucks it freezing cold!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:43 BadgerFan22
8:44
Brian Mason:
Our radio sideline man Patrick Herb says it's getting a little chilly
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:44 Brian Mason
8:44
[Comment From BadgerFan22BadgerFan22: ]
at least my badgers are winning
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:44 BadgerFan22
8:45
[Comment From Pfoty2Pfoty2: ]
Run, run, run, run, run, run, etc
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:45 Pfoty2
8:46
Brian Mason:
Hard to believe just 10 rushing yards for the Badgers in the first half
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:46 Brian Mason
8:46
Karl Anderson:
first time since 2007 at OSU that Badgers held under 10 yards rushing in 1st half according to ESPN
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:46 Karl Anderson
8:47
Karl Anderson:
Hall from the 1 and O'Neill makes the stop at the OSU 25
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:47 Karl Anderson
8:47
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 25: huge run up the middle for Herron all the way inside the UW 20
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:47 Karl Anderson
8:48
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
is it okay to say "crap?"
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:48 sfbaymartha
8:48
Brian Mason:
Crap.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:48 Brian Mason
8:48
[Comment From Pfoty2Pfoty2: ]
ouch
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:48 Pfoty2
8:48
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at UW 18: Miller loses one as he struggles with the snap
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:48 Karl Anderson
8:49
Karl Anderson:
2/11, OSU at UW 19: Herron off right tackle down to the UW 2
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:49 Karl Anderson
8:49
Brian Mason:
Herron turned the corner after Claxton was blocked and Fenelus was late to break on the runner. Ugh.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:49 Brian Mason
8:49
[Comment From KimKim: ]
at least they kept him out of the end zone
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:49 Kim
8:49
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Hold them to 3 here guys...
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:49 Jeff from CP
8:49
Karl Anderson:
1/G, OSU at UW 2, Taylor with a stop to keep Herron out of end zone
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:49 Karl Anderson
8:50
Karl Anderson:
Touchdown Buckeyes
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:50 Karl Anderson
8:50
Karl Anderson:
Buckeyes go hurry-up, Herron looks penned in but works his way in for a score
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:50 Karl Anderson
8:50
[Comment From Pfoty2Pfoty2: ]
Not good!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:50 Pfoty2
8:50
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
crap....
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:50 badgerfan22
8:50
[Comment From KimKim: ]
espn is saying the knee was down before the ball crossed the plane
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:50 Kim
8:51
Brian Mason:
The play is being reviewed. Replay makes it look like he was down at the 1. We will see.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:51 Brian Mason
8:51
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
hopefully hes at the 1 yard line
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:51 badgerfan22
8:51
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Knee was down. But they'll get it.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:51 Jim
8:51
Brian Mason:
Ruling is overturned ... 3rd and goal at the 1
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:51 Brian Mason
8:51
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
sweet
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:51 badgerfan22
8:51
[Comment From KimKim: ]
YES!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:51 Kim
8:52
Brian Mason:
Still have to get a stop.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:52 Brian Mason
8:52
[Comment From BadgerInOhioBadgerInOhio: ]
He looks 1/2 yard short but won't matter....2 downs to make a 1/2 yard
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:52 BadgerInOhio
8:53
[Comment From KimKim: ]
the joys of the blog - ESPN is still at commercial
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:53 Kim
8:53
Karl Anderson:
Play overturned
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:53 Karl Anderson
8:53
Karl Anderson:
Herron down at the 1
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:53 Karl Anderson
8:53
Brian Mason:
No go!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:53 Brian Mason
8:53
Karl Anderson:
3/G and Badgers get the stop!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:53 Karl Anderson
8:53
Karl Anderson:
Beau Allen with the stop!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:53 Karl Anderson
8:53
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
1/2 yARD LINE
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:53 badgerfan22
8:53
Brian Mason:
Statistically there is no such thing as the 1/2 yard line. It is the 1.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:53 Brian Mason
8:54
Karl Anderson:
4/G, OSU at UW 1: Miller rolls out right and fakes out Kelly to score
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:54 Karl Anderson
8:54
Brian Mason:
Kelly had Miller read correctly on the bootleg but overran him and couldn't get the stop. Kelly -- like everyone in the building -- knew the naked boot would be the call.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:54 Brian Mason
8:55
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
buckle up the shoe laces and let's go...
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:55 Jeff from CP
8:55
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
Have to make a play in the backfield!!!! This is an ominous start.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:55 Badgerdan
8:55
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
HE LITTERLY WALKED IN
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:55 badgerfan22
8:55
[Comment From KimKim: ]
walked right in.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:55 Kim
8:55
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Let's turn it around Bucky !!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:55 csWaterford66
8:56
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
touchdown we are going to lose
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:56 Guest
8:56
Brian Mason:
Man oh man. Can't believe how fast the towel gets thrown in sometimes around here.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:56 Brian Mason
8:56
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
Come on Wisconsin! Kick the offense into gear.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:56 Badgerdan
8:56
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
We have got to answer right now!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:56 Erik
8:57
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
lets go offense
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:57 badgerfan22
8:57
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
we need to establish the run NOW.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:57 sfbaymartha
8:58
Karl Anderson:
White from the goal line, out to the 18
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:58 Karl Anderson
8:58
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Not throwing in the towel by any stretch of the imagination. Just trying to get the offense pumped up to take control of this game and prove we are the better team!
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:58 Erik
8:58
Brian Mason:
Guest's comment was more my issue, Erik. Still a half of football to get the job done.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:58 Brian Mason
8:58
[Comment From KimKim: ]
I think we've gotten spoiled to the big blow out scores - so when the game is fought in the trenches we get very nervous.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:58 Kim
8:58
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Maybe throw a little more to the tight ends and open up the middle for the run.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:58 California Bucky
8:58
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Gotta have more than 10 yards in rushing. Eesh.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:58 Jim
8:58
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
cmon offense
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:58 badgerfan22
8:59
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 19: Ball off LT and he gains 3 or 4
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:59 Karl Anderson
8:59
Brian Mason:
Nice block by Frederick pulling ahead of the play. Thought for a second Ball was going to turn the corner and really pick up some yards.
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:59 Brian Mason
8:59
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ball needed to cut that up sooner
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:59 Erik
8:59
Karl Anderson:
2/6, UW at UW 23: Wilson waits and waits and then overthrows Toon
Saturday October 29, 2011 8:59 Karl Anderson
9:00
Brian Mason:
And we have another 3rd down. Conversion time, boys
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:00 Brian Mason
9:00
Brian Mason:
Flags down
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:00 Brian Mason
9:00
Karl Anderson:
Wagner called for false start
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:00 Karl Anderson
9:00
Brian Mason:
Now 3rd and 11 for the Badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:00 Brian Mason
9:01
Karl Anderson:
3/11, UW at UW 18: Wilson hits Duckworth but it'll be a few yards short of the 1st down
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:01 Karl Anderson
9:01
Karl Anderson:
Deja vu as Ohio State blocks a Badgers punt
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:01 Karl Anderson
9:02
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Unbelievable.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:02 csWaterford66
9:02
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
awful
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:02 Craig
9:02
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
What is wrong with our punt team!?!?!?!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:02 Erik
9:02
Karl Anderson:
1/G, OSU at UW 1: Badgers hit Hall for a loss. Claxton and Borland on the stop
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:02 Karl Anderson
9:02
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Time for a goal line stand
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:02 Erik
9:02
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
lets stop them now
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:02 badgerfan22
9:03
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
i have nothing to say...
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:03 Jeff from CP
9:03
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Running into kicker?
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:03 Jim
9:03
Brian Mason:
Not on a block, Jim.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:03 Brian Mason
9:03
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
LETS GO BADGERS
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:03 Guest
9:03
Karl Anderson:
2/G, OSU at UW 2: Again the Badgers get another stop. Borland again
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:03 Karl Anderson
9:04
Karl Anderson:
3/G, OSU at UW 2: Badgers stretch it out wide left but Hall sneaks in for a score
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:04 Karl Anderson
9:04
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
c'mon badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:04 badgerfan22
9:04
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Alright enough messing around. Lets put the hammer down on offense and take control!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:04 Erik
9:05
Brian Mason:
Badgers need a sustained drive here in the worst way. Last one lasted about 45 seconds before the punt
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:05 Brian Mason
9:05
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
argh
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:05 Guest
9:05
[Comment From Mn buckyMn bucky: ]
offense needs to show something
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:05 Mn bucky
9:07
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Show me how to Bucky!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:07 Erik
9:07
[Comment From Mn buckyMn bucky: ]
Instead of attacking on offense we have been playing to avoid the mistake
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:07 Mn bucky
9:07
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
Lets GO!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:07 badgerfan22
9:07
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
To be more specific...they need a touchdown.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:07 California Bucky
9:07
[Comment From StevenSteven: ]
Defense and Offense looks so flat tonight.... no life, no energy
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:07 Steven
9:07
Karl Anderson:
Offense has been struggling, but disagree on D. One long run and the other scores off short field
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:07 Karl Anderson
9:08
Karl Anderson:
White fields the kick and brings it to the UW 17
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:08 Karl Anderson
9:08
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ya the defense has looked pretty good tonight. The offense just cant find a spark
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:08 Erik
9:08
Brian Mason:
Agreed. Can't pin this one on the D. A very solid effort on that side of the ball so far.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:08 Brian Mason
9:08
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 17: Big run off RT from Ball out to the OSU 30
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:08 Karl Anderson
9:08
Karl Anderson:
sorry, UW 30
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:08 Karl Anderson
9:09
[Comment From KimKim: ]
Hey we just doubled our rushing yards! :D
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:09 Kim
9:09
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 30: Ball off LT now for 3 yards
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:09 Karl Anderson
9:09
Brian Mason:
31 rushing yards now for UW
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:09 Brian Mason
9:09
Karl Anderson:
2/6, UW at UW 34: Sweep to Abbrederis but strung out of bounds for no gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:09 Karl Anderson
9:10
Karl Anderson:
3/6, UW at UW 34: Pressure up the middle and Wilson had to throw it away quick
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:10 Karl Anderson
9:10
Brian Mason:
Protection broke down on Wilson and he had to heave with Simon bearing down on him. Ugh.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:10 Brian Mason
9:10
Brian Mason:
There's the break we've been waking for!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:10 Brian Mason
9:11
Karl Anderson:
Turnover!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Karl Anderson
9:11
Brian Mason:
Fumble recovered by Lukasko on the punt return!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Brian Mason
9:11
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
yeah!!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 badgerfan22
9:11
[Comment From KimKim: ]
sweet!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Kim
9:11
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Great play!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Erik
9:11
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
There is what we needed!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Erik
9:11
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Finally Lady Luck comes our way!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Badger Rose
9:11
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Well...well...a turnover in our favor.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 csWaterford66
9:11
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Finally, a break.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 California Bucky
9:11
Brian Mason:
Now, to make something out of this...
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Brian Mason
9:11
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Alright!!!! This is what we needed!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Steve
9:11
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at OSU 27: White up the middle to the OSU 22
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:11 Karl Anderson
9:12
Karl Anderson:
2/5, UW at OSU 22: Sweep left but no gain for White
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:12 Karl Anderson
9:12
Brian Mason:
Badgers are 3 of 10 on third down tonight. Have to turn that around here.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:12 Brian Mason
9:12
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
3rd down again. This time it will be different!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:12 Erik
9:12
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Play action, Toon deep for a TD. Come on!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:12 Erik
9:13
Karl Anderson:
3/4, UW at OSU 21: There's a conversion. Wilson to Abbrederis, first and goal!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:13 Karl Anderson
9:13
Brian Mason:
There it is! A nice catch by Abbrederis to pick it up.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:13 Brian Mason
9:13
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
nice catch!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:13 badgerfan22
9:13
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Abby!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:13 Badger Rose
9:13
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
That will work
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:13 Erik
9:13
Karl Anderson:
1/G, UW at OSU 9: Ball sweeps left and stopped for no gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:13 Karl Anderson
9:14
Brian Mason:
Ball had Konz working in front of him but the going was still tough. Credit OSU's rush defense tonight.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:14 Brian Mason
9:14
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Time to punch it in!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:14 Erik
9:14
[Comment From WiscDadCoronadoWiscDadCoronado: ]
rock us Abbrederis!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:14 WiscDadCoronado
9:14
Karl Anderson:
2/G, UW at OSU 9: Wilson takes it himself and is down to the 1 yard line!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:14 Karl Anderson
9:15
Brian Mason:
Nice decision by Wilson to tuck and run ... he had lots of green in front of him to the right as the Buckeyes went left
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:15 Brian Mason
9:15
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
so close!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:15 badgerfan22
9:15
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
3rd and goal at the 1. Two downs for 1 yard!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:15 Erik
9:15
Karl Anderson:
Timeout Wisconsin
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:15 Karl Anderson
9:16
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I hate burning these timeouts this early
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:16 Erik
9:16
[Comment From RobertRobert: ]
never should of taken a time bad choice
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:16 Robert
9:16
Brian Mason:
Getting in here is crucial. I don't mind burning a TO to get it right.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:16 Brian Mason
9:16
Karl Anderson:
3/G, UW at OSU 1: TD Montee Ball!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:16 Karl Anderson
9:17
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
TOUCHDOWN!!!!! MONTEE BALL!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:17 Erik
9:17
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
TD FOR MONTEE
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:17 csWaterford66
9:17
[Comment From KimKim: ]
walks in!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:17 Kim
9:17
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
nice
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:17 sfbaymartha
9:17
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Like a hot knife through butter. Go Montee!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:17 Badger Rose
9:17
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Great drive,,,Now D needs a TO!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:17 Jeff from CP
9:17
Brian Mason:
Tonight's attendance: 105, 511 (7th-largest crowd in Ohio Stadium history)
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:17 Brian Mason
9:18
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Time for the defense to clamp our side down.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:18 California Bucky
9:18
[Comment From local 69local 69: ]
time to get a lather going on the big boys
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:18 local 69
9:18
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Finally some life. Let's keep it going now!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:18 Erik
9:18
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ]
Lots of time left, need to be patient and do what Bucky can do
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:18 DrMJG
9:18
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Big Mo is on our side now!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:18 Badger Rose
9:18
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Thanks Badger O ---- Let's go Defense.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:18 csWaterford66
9:18
Karl Anderson:
From the 9, Hall takes it out 20 yards to the 29
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:18 Karl Anderson
9:19
Karl Anderson:
1/10: OSU at OSU 29: Herron for 2 yards off LT
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:19 Karl Anderson
9:20
Karl Anderson:
2/8, OSU at OSU 31: Miller hits Brown for 7 yards on a slant
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:20 Karl Anderson
9:20
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
3rd down! Lets go defense!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:20 Erik
9:20
[Comment From BadgerInOhioBadgerInOhio: ]
Tighten up 3rd down defense and we can still win
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:20 BadgerInOhio
9:20
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
8 in the box. Miller can't throw.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:20 Badger Rose
9:20
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Oh, well. I was wrong.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:20 Badger Rose
9:20
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Come on Defense
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:20 Steve
9:20
Karl Anderson:
3/1, OSU at OSU 38: Herron out to the OSU 45 for a gain of 7
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:20 Karl Anderson
9:21
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 45: Herron off wildcat gets across midfield but flags on the play
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:21 Karl Anderson
9:21
Brian Mason:
Herron lined up as the QB and took the direct snap ... didn't work that time with flags down for a hold.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:21 Brian Mason
9:21
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
How do teams get beaten by the wildcat? It is always a run!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:21 Erik
9:21
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
holding please. thank you.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:21 sfbaymartha
9:21
Karl Anderson:
Holding and its coming back
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:21 Karl Anderson
9:22
Karl Anderson:
1/16, OSU at OSU 39: Miller keeps up the middle for short gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:22 Karl Anderson
9:22
Karl Anderson:
7th largest crowd in Ohio Stadium history, 105, 511
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:22 Karl Anderson
9:22
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
two stops. get the ball back.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:22 sfbaymartha
9:23
Karl Anderson:
2/14, OSU at OSU 41: Miller keeps again and again Badgers D does well to hold him to another short gain. Fenelus slowed him up and Taylor and Borland finished him off
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:23 Karl Anderson
9:23
Brian Mason:
OK ... third and long. Have to keep an eye on Miller to run here
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:23 Brian Mason
9:23
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
He does more qb draws than he does passes
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:23 Erik
9:23
Karl Anderson:
3/11, OSU at OSU 43: Taylor tips it away and OSU has to punt!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:23 Karl Anderson
9:23
Brian Mason:
Taylor nearly added an exclamation mark to his already-fantastic night. Great job breaking up the pass to give UW a much-needed stop.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:23 Brian Mason
9:23
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
punt
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:23 sfbaymartha
9:24
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Great play by Taylor
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:24 Erik
9:24
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
dang,,that would have been awesome for taylor
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:24 Jeff from CP
9:24
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Great defense!!! It's PUNT time!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:24 Steve
9:24
[Comment From badgerfan22badgerfan22: ]
NICE stop d!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:24 badgerfan22
9:24
Karl Anderson:
Abby fields at the 5 and is taken down, flags down
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:24 Karl Anderson
9:24
Karl Anderson:
Connor Cummins called for block in back
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:24 Karl Anderson
9:25
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Time to see a little of that high powered offense we've been so used to seeing.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 California Bucky
9:25
Brian Mason:
Ground to cover here starting at the UW 4
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 Brian Mason
9:25
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Alright 95+ yard drive time!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 Erik
9:25
[Comment From bobbob: ]
its td time for the badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 bob
9:25
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 4: dump off to Ewing gives UW breathing room out near the 20
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 Karl Anderson
9:25
Brian Mason:
A third catch for Ewing on the night ... first down Badgers
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 Brian Mason
9:25
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Nice run Brady!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 Badger Rose
9:25
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ewing may just be the mvp for the offense tonight
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 Erik
9:25
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
ewing with the cpr
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:25 sfbaymartha
9:26
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Alright Ewing!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:26 Steve
9:26
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 19: Ball straight ahead gains 1
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:26 Karl Anderson
9:26
[Comment From WiscDadCoronadoWiscDadCoronado: ]
Ewing is solid player in every aspect of game
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:26 WiscDadCoronado
9:26
[Comment From Mn buckyMn bucky: ]
Ewing! Best play all night
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:26 Mn bucky
9:26
Karl Anderson:
And that ends the 3rd quarter, Ohio State leads Wisconsin 17-14
Wow, I can feel the southbay jumping all the way down here. Jumping around.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:29 California Bucky
9:29
[Comment From KimKim: ]
DrMJG do you neighbors say anything in the morning?
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:29 Kim
9:30
Karl Anderson:
2/8, UW at UW 21: Wilson throws it away after not finding anyone open
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:30 Karl Anderson
9:30
Karl Anderson:
intentional grounding called on Wilson
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:30 Karl Anderson
9:31
Brian Mason:
Oh boy. 3rd and 21 now
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:31 Brian Mason
9:31
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Not sure I really agree with that intentional grounding
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:31 Erik
9:31
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Well, this is going well.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:31 California Bucky
9:31
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Even ESPN disagrees with that call.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:31 Badger Rose
9:31
Karl Anderson:
3/23, UW at UW 6: big hit on Pedersen dislodges the ball over the middle
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:31 Karl Anderson
9:31
Karl Anderson:
would've been well short of 1st down anyway
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:31 Karl Anderson
9:31
Brian Mason:
Bryant laid a huge hit on Pedersen to knock that ball loose
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:31 Brian Mason
9:32
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
punting from end zone. yikes
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:32 sfbaymartha
9:32
Karl Anderson:
Hall gets the punt down inside the UW 35-yard line
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:32 Karl Anderson
9:32
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Hate to keep doing this, but... COME ON DEFENSE!!! We need you now!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:32 Erik
9:33
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at UW 34: Herron off left tackle for 7 yards
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:33 Karl Anderson
9:33
Brian Mason:
A short field for the Buckeyes to work with here. Badgers need their defense once again.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:33 Brian Mason
9:33
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Let's get something going our way - step it up Badgers!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:33 csWaterford66
9:33
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
If we have needed a turnover so far this game, right now would be it
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:33 Erik
9:33
Karl Anderson:
2/3, OSU at UW 27: Johnson comes around the edge to stop Herron for 1 yard gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:33 Karl Anderson
9:34
Karl Anderson:
3/2, OSU at UW 25: Herron off left tackle and that's good for 2
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:34 Karl Anderson
9:34
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
That is way too generous a spot!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:34 Erik
9:34
Brian Mason:
Agree with you, Erik. Defense really up against it now.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:34 Brian Mason
9:35
[Comment From KimKim: ]
generous spot
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:35 Kim
9:35
[Comment From local 69local 69: ]
another great spot
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:35 local 69
9:35
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at UW 24: Herron a first down run inside the 10
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:35 Karl Anderson
9:35
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Goal line stand time!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:35 Erik
9:35
Brian Mason:
Buckeyes with 1st and goal at the 7
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:35 Brian Mason
9:35
Karl Anderson:
1/G, OSU at UW 7: Herron hit in backfield for no gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:35 Karl Anderson
9:36
Karl Anderson:
2/G, OSU at UW 7: Taylor wraps up Herron for gain of 1
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:36 Karl Anderson
9:36
Brian Mason:
Taylor again! A great job of staying with the play there. Another 3rd down upcoming for the Buckeyes
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:36 Brian Mason
9:36
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
We need to make them prove they can throw.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:36 Erik
9:36
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
I'm gettin' a baaaaaaaaad feelin' 'bout this. We don't seem to be able to conjure the mojo.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:36 California Bucky
9:37
Brian Mason:
Like the call, Erik! They couldn't convert through the air there!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:37 Brian Mason
9:37
Karl Anderson:
3/G, OSU at UW 6:Miller's pass incomplete!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:37 Karl Anderson
9:37
Karl Anderson:
Basil on for a 22 yard FG: good
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:37 Karl Anderson
9:38
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Ok, that's not what I'd call mojo but it's a close cousin.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:38 California Bucky
9:38
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ok one possession game. It is time for Wilson, Ball and Co. to step up
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:38 Erik
9:38
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Come on Badgers!!! A TD and we are up by 1!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:38 Steve
9:38
[Comment From local 69local 69: ]
come on bret unleash the beasts
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:38 local 69
9:38
[Comment From Mn buckyMn bucky: ]
Next drive will determine the season!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:38 Mn bucky
9:40
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Badgers!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:40 California Bucky
9:40
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Maybe not the season, but it could determine tonight
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:40 Erik
9:40
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
So many of our guys on defense have played so well tonight: Taylor, Claxton, Hemer, S. Johnson, Henry, Fenelus, and I've probably forgotten others. They have kept this a one-score game.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:40 Badger Rose
9:40
Brian Mason:
Abbrederis and White back to receive
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:40 Brian Mason
9:41
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
If we pull this out, Taylor deserves the game ball
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:41 Erik
9:41
Karl Anderson:
Abby from the 10, all the way to the UW 39!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:41 Karl Anderson
9:41
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
abracadabra
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:41 sfbaymartha
9:41
Brian Mason:
A 30-yard return gives Badgers a nice start ... no shadow of their own goalpost this time
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:41 Brian Mason
9:41
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Alright... Abracadabra!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:41 Steve
9:41
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 40: Ball stopped for no gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:41 Karl Anderson
9:42
Karl Anderson:
2/10, UW at UW 40: Wilson quick throw to Toon and he gets a first down to the OSU 47!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:42 Karl Anderson
9:42
Brian Mason:
Open the playbook a bit there. Nice catch for Toon out of the slot on a good throw from Wilson. Keep moving the chains!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:42 Brian Mason
9:42
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Nice YAC by Toon!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:42 Badger Rose
9:42
[Comment From KimKim: ]
nice catch for Toon!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:42 Kim
9:42
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
O. There he is!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:42 Erik
9:42
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
toooooon
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:42 sfbaymartha
9:43
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at OSU 46: Ball for gain of 2 to the right
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:43 Karl Anderson
9:43
Brian Mason:
Can't believe how well OSU has bottled up the Badgers' running attack tonight.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:43 Brian Mason
9:43
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Let Wilson take a shot downfield one of these times
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:43 Erik
9:44
Karl Anderson:
2/8, UW at OSU 44: Toon almost comes up with a great catch but it just bounces out of his hands
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:44 Karl Anderson
9:44
Karl Anderson:
would've put Badgers inside the 5 yard line
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:44 Karl Anderson
9:44
Karl Anderson:
3/8, UW at OSU 44: Wilson scrambles forward for 7 yards
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:44 Karl Anderson
9:44
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
GO FOR IT!!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:44 Erik
9:44
Brian Mason:
4th and 2 at the OSU 38
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:44 Brian Mason
9:45
Karl Anderson:
4/2, UW at OSU 38: Toss left and it looks like Ball is short
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:45 Karl Anderson
9:45
Brian Mason:
Ugh.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:45 Brian Mason
9:46
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Not sure run was the right call......Play action....Of course play action doesn't work when you can't run the ball...
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:46 Jeff from CP
9:46
[Comment From Bucky 79 gradBucky 79 grad: ]
Wow. Stunning.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:46 Bucky 79 grad
9:46
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
I am sorry, that play too long to develop!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:46 Badgerdan
9:46
[Comment From Mn buckyMn bucky: ]
Outside runs have been our worst play all night why use it there? How about Ewing???
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:46 Mn bucky
9:47
Brian Mason:
Bad news: Stopped short on 4th down. Good news: 8:04 left to play and a defense that has been up to the task so far tonight.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:47 Brian Mason
9:47
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Once again, time for the defense to step up and get the ball back!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:47 Erik
9:47
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ]
We need a quick stop here or it will get really grim.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:47 Badgerdan
9:47
[Comment From Bucky 79 gradBucky 79 grad: ]
The score should be at least 28 Wisconsin, 20 OSU. What's going on??! Two weeks in a row?
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:47 Bucky 79 grad
9:48
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 37: Taylor and Claxton in on the stop for no gain for Herron
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:48 Karl Anderson
9:49
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
The wildcat better not beat us again!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:49 Erik
9:49
Karl Anderson:
2/9, OSU at OSU 38: Wildcat to Herron who gains about 6 after faking out Borland
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:49 Karl Anderson
9:49
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
O for crying out loud
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:49 Erik
9:49
Brian Mason:
Nice stop by Henry, who already had a blocker draped all over him
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:49 Brian Mason
9:49
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
3rd down!!!! Come on D!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:49 Erik
9:50
Karl Anderson:
3/4, OSU at OSU 43: Miller scrambles left and gets enough for the 1st as he stretches out
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:50 Karl Anderson
9:50
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 48: Herron up the middle for gain of 5 or so
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:50 Karl Anderson
9:50
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
No more first downs defense. Stop them here!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:50 Erik
9:50
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Will this ever end? Miller is breaking ankles right and left.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:50 California Bucky
9:50
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
COME ON BADGERS!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:50 Erik
9:50
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
OSU has gotten every questionable call, every close spot.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:50 Badger Rose
9:51
Karl Anderson:
2/4, OSU at UW 46: Borland and Johnson stop Herron for gain of 2
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:51 Karl Anderson
9:51
Brian Mason:
The clock is ticking ... 5:00 left
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:51 Brian Mason
9:51
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
3rd down again! Time to stop them!!!! Watch the qb draw
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:51 Erik
9:51
Brian Mason:
Another 3rd and short
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:51 Brian Mason
9:52
Karl Anderson:
3/2, OSU at UW 44: Touchdown Miller
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:52 Karl Anderson
9:52
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
oh my word!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:52 sfbaymartha
9:52
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
MAKE IT STOP!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:52 csWaterford66
9:52
Karl Anderson:
Miller keeps the ball off left tackle and is untouched into the end zone
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:52 Karl Anderson
9:52
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Untouched.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:52 Badger Rose
9:52
[Comment From Mn buckyMn bucky: ]
A one dimensional offense and we can't stop it
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:52 Mn bucky
9:53
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Well, I was hoping that bad feeling I was gettin' was just hearburn, but now I think I've figured it out.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:53 California Bucky
9:53
Brian Mason:
OSU will go for two here
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:53 Brian Mason
9:54
Karl Anderson:
Great stick by Henry denies the 2 point try
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:54 Karl Anderson
9:54
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Oh Henry...with the save.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:54 csWaterford66
9:54
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
nice stop
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:54 sfbaymartha
9:54
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Could this be some sort of omen?
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:54 California Bucky
9:55
Brian Mason:
I sure hope so, California. I have lots of faith in this team, but they're going to need something exceedingly special here.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:55 Brian Mason
9:55
[Comment From Mike in PhillyMike in Philly: ]
I can't see the game. Were we crowding the line and he broke through with no one in the secondary to get him? Sounds like the defense has been given little rest.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:55 Mike in Philly
9:55
Brian Mason:
They've hardly been off the field. OSU leads time of possession, 33:38 to 21:43
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:55 Brian Mason
9:56
[Comment From Mn buckyMn bucky: ]
If we really have the high powered offense that everyone says we have we best show it now
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:56 Mn bucky
9:56
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This would be a great comeback IF they can do it.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:56 Erik
9:56
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Is it too soon to pray?
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:56 California Bucky
9:56
Brian Mason:
For whoever was asking earlier, I can confirm these folks know how to spell O-H-I-O. They just did it about 15 consecutive times.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:56 Brian Mason
9:56
[Comment From Mike in PhillyMike in Philly: ]
Never too soon to pray.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:56 Mike in Philly
9:56
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
We can't fault this on the defense....They have played very well,,,You can't stay on the field the entire game and not get wiped out....
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:56 Jeff from CP
9:57
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Is it too late to pray?
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:57 csWaterford66
9:57
Brian Mason:
Hope not. It starts here!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:57 Brian Mason
9:57
Karl Anderson:
White from the 5 and out to the 34
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:57 Karl Anderson
9:57
Brian Mason:
White had a nice seam on the return and gives UW a good starting spot. Have to work quickly here.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:57 Brian Mason
9:57
[Comment From GO BUCKSGO BUCKS: ]
GOOOOOOOOOOOOO BUCKS!!!!!!!! O - H - I - O
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:57 GO BUCKS
9:57
Brian Mason:
That probably won't play well here...
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:57 Brian Mason
9:57
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
We need a quick score
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:57 Erik
9:58
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 34: Wilson to Pedersen for 9 yards and out of bounds
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:58 Karl Anderson
9:58
Karl Anderson:
2/1, UW at UW 43: incomplete looking for Toon
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:58 Karl Anderson
9:58
Brian Mason:
And we have yet another 3rd down. 3rd and 1 to be exact
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:58 Brian Mason
9:58
[Comment From GO BUCKSGO BUCKS: ]
Sorry, just hanging around b/c this is the quickest site to update
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:58 GO BUCKS
9:58
Brian Mason:
No need to apologize.
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:58 Brian Mason
9:59
Brian Mason:
There's a quick strike! Big run for Ball!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:59 Brian Mason
9:59
Karl Anderson:
3/1, UW at UW 43: Inside draw to Ball and he's down inside the OSU 20!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:59 Karl Anderson
9:59
Brian Mason:
Touchdown Badgers!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:59 Brian Mason
9:59
Karl Anderson:
17 yards Wilson to Abbrederis!
Saturday October 29, 2011 9:59 Karl Anderson
10:00
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
o-o-o-o Abbrederis!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:00 csWaterford66
10:00
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Where has that been all game????
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:00 Jeff from CP
10:00
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
That's what we've been wanting to see.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:00 California Bucky
10:00
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Stayin' alive!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:00 Badger Rose
10:00
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
TOUCHDOWN!!!! FINALLY SOME LIFE!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:00 Erik
10:01
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
What would you guys do? Onside kick or kick it all the way and hope the D stops them
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:01 Dustin
10:01
Brian Mason:
I think you have to kick it away.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:01 Brian Mason
10:01
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Onside kick here or no? I say not yet but maybe it can be a surprise onside
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:01 Erik
10:01
Brian Mason:
Hey, if it works it's a great call, right?
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:01 Brian Mason
10:01
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
I hope there's more where that came from - the draw play was awesome.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:01 csWaterford66
10:01
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ]
no onside
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:01 DrMJG
10:01
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
We need the Defense to show up BIG now.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:01 California Bucky
10:02
Brian Mason:
This just in: I'm really beginning to dislike Hang on Sloopy.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:02 Brian Mason
10:02
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I don't blame you in the least
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:02 Erik
10:02
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
i feel your pain all the way out i cali
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:02 sfbaymartha
10:03
Brian Mason:
OK ... 3:48 to go, down 5. Kickoff coming.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:03 Brian Mason
10:03
Karl Anderson:
Hall from 4 yards deep and Badgers stop him before he gets to the 20
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:03 Karl Anderson
10:03
Brian Mason:
Deep kick by Lerner just when the Badgers need it. Good coverage, too.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:03 Brian Mason
10:04
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Sure could use a turnover here.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:04 California Bucky
10:04
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Defense, this is your time to make a mark on the game
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:04 Erik
10:04
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Here is what will happen for OSU, run, run, and run
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:04 Erik
10:04
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 18: Herron for gain of 2 or so
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:04 Karl Anderson
10:04
Brian Mason:
Tick, tick, tick...Badgers really need to make this a 3-and-out
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:04 Brian Mason
10:04
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Good first stop.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:04 Erik
10:04
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Let's go Defense!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:04 csWaterford66
10:04
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
defense!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:04 Craig
10:05
Karl Anderson:
2/8, OSU at OSU 20: all 3 Badgers LBs on the stop of Herron after short gain
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:05 Karl Anderson
10:05
Brian Mason:
Mike Taylor in on the action again. He has been huge tonight.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:05 Brian Mason
10:05
[Comment From Badger 79 gradBadger 79 grad: ]
DUUUDES!!!!! Come on! This is it! Don't go down to these guys!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:05 Badger 79 grad
10:05
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This is the exact situation that makes me hate using a timeout early in the half
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:05 Erik
10:05
[Comment From Mike in PhillyMike in Philly: ]
I need to go put my daughter to bed. I'm counting on all of you to find a way to pull this one out.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:05 Mike in Philly
10:05
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
That timeout earlier is big here
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:05 Erik
10:06
Brian Mason:
Badgers take their second timeout with 2:55 to go
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:06 Brian Mason
10:06
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
Lets go Taylor, QB all yours
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:06 Craig
10:06
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
This is it. This is what it all comes down to.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:06 California Bucky
10:06
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Come on defense!!! It is going to be a run no matter what. Just tackle.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:06 Erik
10:06
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Miller is going to take it
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:06 Erik
10:06
Brian Mason:
You think?
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:06 Brian Mason
10:06
Karl Anderson:
3/5, OSU at OSU 23: Stopped short!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:06 Karl Anderson
10:06
Brian Mason:
Where will they spot this one...
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:06 Brian Mason
10:07
Brian Mason:
Holding penalty declined. 4th down for OSU
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:07 Brian Mason
10:07
Brian Mason:
Badgers take their third and final timeout to stop the clock with 2:49 to play
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:07 Brian Mason
10:07
[Comment From Badger 79 gradBadger 79 grad: ]
Ooooooohhhhhhhh........!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:07 Badger 79 grad
10:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Unofficial roster of today's blog readers stateside: Coronado & SF Bay, California; Idaho; Iowa; New York; Ohio.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:08 Badger Rose
10:08
Brian Mason:
Kick is in the air...
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:08 Brian Mason
10:08
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
lets go Jared
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:08 Craig
10:08
[Comment From Mn buckyMn bucky: ]
It's now or neverM
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:08 Mn bucky
10:09
Karl Anderson:
Abby fields the punt and UW takes over at its own 31
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:09 Karl Anderson
10:09
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
COME ON OFFENSE!!!! ONE DRIVE RIGHT HERE!!!! LETS DO IT!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:09 Erik
10:09
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
First downs!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:09 Badger Rose
10:09
Brian Mason:
Wilson working quickly here to get the play called
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:09 Brian Mason
10:09
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 32: Flared out to Ball and he picks up 4
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:09 Karl Anderson
10:09
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Sidelines!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:09 Badger Rose
10:10
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
That is an ok play for now but we need some more yards than that
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:10 Erik
10:10
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This is the game ladies and gentlemen
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:10 Erik
10:10
[Comment From Badger 79 gradBadger 79 grad: ]
LET'S DO IT!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:10 Badger 79 grad
10:10
Karl Anderson:
2/6, UW at UW 36: First down to Abby and a gain of 7
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:10 Karl Anderson
10:10
Brian Mason:
Clock will tick under 1:30
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:10 Brian Mason
10:10
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 44: Great power run by Ball for 7 yards
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:10 Karl Anderson
10:11
Karl Anderson:
2/3, UW at OSU 49: TD BADGERS!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:11 Karl Anderson
10:11
Karl Anderson:
49 yards, Wilson to Abbredris!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:11 Karl Anderson
10:11
Karl Anderson:
Abby wide open down the near sideline!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:11 Karl Anderson
10:12
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
So that OSU 2-point miss is absolutely HUGE.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:12 John
10:12
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Lets get the 2 now
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:12 Erik
10:12
Karl Anderson:
Badgers for 2 and get it!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:12 Karl Anderson
10:12
Karl Anderson:
Shovel pass to Ball!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:12 Karl Anderson
10:12
[Comment From Mike in PhillyMike in Philly: ]
I'm speechless!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:12 Mike in Philly
10:12
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
That's how to dot the i....
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:12 csWaterford66
10:12
[Comment From Jeff from CPJeff from CP: ]
Wow,,,heart can't take much more..
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:12 Jeff from CP
10:12
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
I'm screaming!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:12 Badger Rose
10:13
[Comment From KimKim: ]
Just need to hold 'em!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:13 Kim
10:13
Brian Mason:
So.... another defensive stand?
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:13 Brian Mason
10:13
[Comment From DustinDustin: ]
Lets go Defense
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:13 Dustin
10:13
[Comment From Unbelievable!Unbelievable!: ]
Honest, who saw that coming?
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:13 Unbelievable!
10:13
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Time for the Defense to step up big and save the game.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:13 California Bucky
10:13
[Comment From LauraLaura: ]
On Wisconsin!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:13 Laura
10:13
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ]
Once more time for the Wisconsin D!!! Go Bucky!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:13 DrMJG
10:13
Karl Anderson:
Hall takes the kickoff out near midfield
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:13 Karl Anderson
10:14
Brian Mason:
Grr. Long return gives OSU a short field. Buckeyes have 2 timeouts left.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:14 Brian Mason
10:14
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Come on Bucky! We are on the second knuckle!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:14 Badger Rose
10:14
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at OSU 48: Underneath but only 7 yards, clock moves
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:14 Karl Anderson
10:14
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
DEFENSE,,,DEFENSE
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:14 Guest
10:14
[Comment From Mike in PhillyMike in Philly: ]
Why am I nervous??
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:14 Mike in Philly
10:14
Brian Mason:
We're all nervous!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:14 Brian Mason
10:14
Karl Anderson:
2/3, OSU at UW 45: Miller tackled short of first down!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:14 Karl Anderson
10:15
Brian Mason:
Buckeyes have to burn their second timeout to stop the clock with 43 seconds left
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:15 Brian Mason
10:15
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
lets make a play
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:15 Craig
10:15
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
If you are not nervous, then you don't understand football
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:15 Erik
10:15
[Comment From Wisconsin KateWisconsin Kate: ]
The defense will hold!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:15 Wisconsin Kate
10:15
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
LEGGO BADGERS
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:15 Guest
10:15
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ok its time for the defense! I believe in them!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:15 Erik
10:16
Karl Anderson:
3/1, OSU at UW 43: Herron gets enough for the first down
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:16 Karl Anderson
10:16
Karl Anderson:
1/10, OSU at UW 40: TD Buckeyes
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:16 Karl Anderson
10:16
Karl Anderson:
Miller scrambles to his right and finds an open receiver for the score
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:16 Karl Anderson
10:17
Brian Mason:
THe play is under review. Miller may have been past the line of scrimmage
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:17 Brian Mason
10:18
Brian Mason:
Unbelievable.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:18 Brian Mason
10:18
Karl Anderson:
play stands
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:18 Karl Anderson
10:18
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
barely
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:18 sfbaymartha
10:18
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
right when i thought we had it! DAMN!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:18 Guest
10:18
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I hate to say it, but that was a TD
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:18 Erik
10:19
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Heartbreak #2.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:19 Badger Rose
10:19
Brian Mason:
20 seconds left for a miracle
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:19 Brian Mason
10:19
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
WENEED A HAIL MARY
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:19 Guest
10:19
[Comment From KimKim: ]
we still have 20 second!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:19 Kim
10:20
Karl Anderson:
Kickoff out of bounds!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:20 Karl Anderson
10:20
Karl Anderson:
UW to take over at own 40
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:20 Karl Anderson
10:20
Brian Mason:
Badgers get it at theUW 40 with 20 seconds to play
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:20 Brian Mason
10:20
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Hail Mary...
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:20 csWaterford66
10:20
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
I BELIEVE
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:20 Guest
10:21
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at UW 40: incomplete pass looking deep for Toon
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:21 Karl Anderson
10:21
Brian Mason:
Badgers have 13 seconds to cover 60 yards
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:21 Brian Mason
10:21
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
COME ON RUSSELL,,,LET'S OO IT
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:21 Guest
10:21
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
LET'S GO BUCKY
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:21 Guest
10:21
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
It's time for our own Hail Mary.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:21 California Bucky
10:21
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
COME ON BADGERS!!! WE ALL BELIEVE!!!!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:21 Erik
10:21
[Comment From Badger 79 gradBadger 79 grad: ]
Time for a miracle!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:21 Badger 79 grad
10:21
[Comment From SheriSheri: ]
This is alot to ask for - but I'm asking!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:21 Sheri
10:22
Karl Anderson:
2/10, UW at UW 40: Toon had a deep pass but broken up by OSU defender at the 19
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:22 Karl Anderson
10:22
Brian Mason:
Make that 5 seconds to go 60 yards. Officially in miracle territory here, folks.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:22 Brian Mason
10:22
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
WE BELIEVE!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:22 Erik
10:22
[Comment From BuckybadgerBuckybadger: ]
Come on Bucky! You can do this!!!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:22 Buckybadger
10:22
Karl Anderson:
3/10, UW at UW 40: Flags down!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:22 Karl Anderson
10:23
Brian Mason:
Flags down
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:23 Brian Mason
10:23
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
game ain't over
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:23 sfbaymartha
10:23
Brian Mason:
One more play coming for UW
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:23 Brian Mason
10:23
Karl Anderson:
Facemask on OSU and Badgers get 1 more chance!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:23 Karl Anderson
10:24
Brian Mason:
Good gracious. Here we go.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:24 Brian Mason
10:24
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Defensive penalty=untimed down.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:24 Badger Rose
10:24
Brian Mason:
One last chance
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:24 Brian Mason
10:24
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
You can do it Russell....
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:24 csWaterford66
10:24
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Unbelievable.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:24 Badger Rose
10:24
Karl Anderson:
incomplete
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:24 Karl Anderson
10:24
Karl Anderson:
Wilson hit as he threw
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:24 Karl Anderson
10:25
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
WOW
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:25 Guest
10:25
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
i'm so sad
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:25 sfbaymartha
10:25
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
ANOTHER HEARTBREAKING LOSS
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:25 Guest
10:25
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
No way this just happened.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:25 csWaterford66
10:25
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ]
Alas, another heartbreaker! But, we still love our Badgers!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:25 DrMJG
10:26
Brian Mason:
Can't believe I'm saying this again, but the Badgers drop a heartbreaker on the road
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:26 Brian Mason
10:26
[Comment From KimKim: ]
we do love our Badgers!
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:26 Kim
10:26
[Comment From LOYALBADGERFANLOYALBADGERFAN: ]
I love BIG RED
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:26 LOYALBADGERFAN
10:26
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
that was a really good game, besides the lost it was really exiting
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:26 Guest
10:27
Brian Mason:
It's hard to stomach, but your final from Columbus: Ohio State 33, Wisconsin 29
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:27 Brian Mason
10:27
[Comment From KimKim: ]
There's always next week.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:27 Kim
10:27
Brian Mason:
Badgers are back at it next week with Purdue in town. We'll have the Gameday Blog to bring you all the coverage. I certainly hope we can bring you a different result.
Saturday October 29, 2011 10:27 Brian Mason
10:28
Brian Mason:
Thanks to everyone for following along tonight. We'll talk to you again next week from Madison.
By Ross LaDue on October 29, 2011 3:39 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 6-1 win over No. 4/5 Boston University on Oct. 29, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
By Ross LaDue on October 28, 2011 3:34 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 3-0 win over No. 4/5 Boston University on Oct. 28, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
By Mike Lucas on October 28, 2011 1:50 PM
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UW men's cross country coach Mick Byrne was paying Ryan Collins a compliment when he put the Virginia transfer in context with one of his former distance runners, Landon Peacock.
A year ago, Peacock won his first individual Big Ten championship while sparking the Badgers to their 12th-consecutive league crown -- which they will be defending Sunday at the University of Illinois Arboretum in Champaign.
"He's not an artist like Landon,'' Byrne said of Collins. "He's not as far out there as Landon was.''
Byrne later clarified his use of the word "artist.''
"I wasn't referring to him being an artist in the sport,'' he said, "as much as I was referring to him in general terms. Landon was a little eccentric. He was a dreamer. He'd get into his own little world.
"He wouldn't mean to. He was trying to focus on the race and he'd be off drawing some landscape in his mind. Maybe that's why he was such a good athlete. It didn't faze him.''
Meanwhile, Byrne said Collins brings a "certain amount of calmness to the team'' in addition to bringing "this amazing passion for what he does'' which has led to a seamless transition as a teammate.
"Ryan is very much in tune with what's going on,'' Byrne said, "and in a very positive way he also has a great perspective on what we do. He kind of has that sense about him.
"Like, 'This is cross country, this is what we do' but we're playing a football game Saturday night in Columbus, Ohio, and what they're doing is a huge deal.
"So let's go watch the game and let's not talk about cross country.''
Byrne endorses that attitude in his athletes.
"From a coach's perspective, they have a great team and school spirit,'' he said. "They're not going to spend Saturday night in a hotel room worrying about what they have to do on Sunday.
"They know what they have to do. They know what Indiana is going to throw at them. They're excited about it. At the same time, for two or three hours Saturday night they're going to be Badgers.''
So they'll be watching Wisconsin-Ohio State from their team hotel, he said.
You can tell Bryne likes this team a lot -- his No. 2-ranked cross country team. Mostly, he likes how his runners compete and take care of their business and "get after it'' every day.
"They do the work, and they're real serious about it,'' he said. "They're real motivated, real determined and real focused on not just this Sunday but what's coming down the pipeline.''
That would be the NCAA championship on Nov. 21 in Terre Haute, Ind. Byrne said Collins has "kind of meshed'' with that vision and his new teammates and "they're all on the same page.''
The Badgers are returning four scorers from last season's Big Ten meet: Mohammed Ahmed (fourth), Elliot Krause (fifth), Maverick Darling (sixth) and Reed Connor (12th). Collins replaces Peacock.
"I believe we've got five guys who have a really good shot at winning the individual title,'' Byrne said. "They're all leaders. Every one of those guys knows what's at stake here and down the road.
"Over the last two meets the most important thing was that we came out of them not banged up. We came out of these meets able to continue with our training plan.
"It's a process as you head from that early part of the season into the championship part.''
Wisconsin has won each of its last three meetings: the Orange and Blue Preview (Champaign, Ill.), the Bill Dellinger Invitational (Springfield, Ore.) and its own Wisconsin adidas Invitational (Zimmer Championship Course).
While the Badgers were competing in Oregon on Oct. 1, there was mini-reunion with a handful of former UW distance greats like Chris Solinsky, Matt Tegenkamp, Simon Bairu and Evan Jager, who joined Byrne's current athletes to take in the football Badgers' win over Nebraska.
"They came down from Portland where they're training,'' Byrne said. "And it's always a positive when our young guys get to see those guys and be around them.''
Wisconsin coach Bret Bielema will likely be listening to Kid Rock when the Badgers arrive at Ohio Stadium early Saturday afternoon for their walk-through. That's a game day staple.
Less than three hours before kickoff when the chartered buses depart from the team hotel and return to the 102,000-seat Horseshoe, he will be tuned into U2. That's also part of his routine.
Neither Bob Ritchie, nor Bono will show up on Derek Landisch's play list. The UW freshman linebacker favors Five Finger Death Punch and Disturbed, a couple of heavy metal bands.
That's how he gets charged up for a game.
"It's the same stuff that I've been listening to since my junior and senior year of high school,'' said Landisch, a four-time letter winner at Hartland Arrowhead.
"You find a song that you like and it gets you going -- it gets the heart racing and the blood pressure boiling. It gets me in an angry mood.''
The conflict is that the soft-spoken, polite Landisch could be mistaken for an Eagle Scout.
"He's got a little Eddie Haskell in him,'' Bielema kiddingly suggested.
The reference was to the TV character in the old "Leave it to Beaver'' series.
Landisch does seem to play with a little bit of an edge. During a recent practice, he tackled a scout team tailback and flung him to the turf so hard that the runner threw the football at him.
Landisch ran back to his position and got ready for the next snap. "He does remind me a little bit of Chris Borland,'' Bielema said. "He's not as big as Chris but he's real slippery and real feisty.''
As a prep, Landisch wore No. 44, which is Borland's number with the Badgers.
"I get that question a lot,'' Landisch said about being compared to Borland. "Chris has proven himself on the college level. That's something I haven't done yet.''
Borland, a third-year sophomore, and Landisch room together on the road. They'll have plenty to talk about Friday night since Borland is an Ohioan; a native of Kettering, 80 miles from Columbus.
"We talk about everything, life and football -- he's a good role model,'' Landisch said. "If I can, I pick his brain a little bit. He's a great guy to look up to and he has definitely helped me out a lot.''
Whereas Borland has bulked up to 245 pounds, Landisch has dropped down to 220 from the grind of his first season in college football. But it's fair to say that he has been playing "bigger.''
Bielema had so much confidence in Landisch that he put him on the field in the Big Ten opener against Nebraska in passing situations to help contain quarterbacks Taylor Martinez, a sprinter.
Borland rushed off one edge, and Landisch off the other.
Despite giving up anywhere from 80 to 100-plus pounds to offensive tackles, Landisch is starting to understand and learn the nuances of being an undersized pass rusher.
When he got his first look at the UW offensive line in training camp, Landisch admitted, "They were the biggest people that I've ever seen in my life. But I'm used to it now, I'm used to the size.''
A number of his teammates, including Borland and senior defensive tackle Patrick Butrym, have passed along some pointers. "That really means a lot to me,'' Landisch said.
What he has going for him is what Borland has going for him: leverage. "You have to play with your hands and stay low,'' he said. "I try using my height and lower center of gravity to my advantage.''
Landisch has been particularly grateful for Borland's input.
"If I get blocked on a play, Chris will tell come up to me and tell me what I did wrong,'' he said. "Or if I do well, he will tell me what I did right, so he has definitely helped me.''
Last Saturday, Landisch had a chance to make a play on special teams when he came close to blocking a punt off the foot of Michigan State's Mike Sadler. But he failed to execute his technique.
"It's kind of disappointing because it was a fundamental error,'' Landisch said. "I had my hands too high. Coach Bielema is always talking about shooting our hands out, instead of up.
"I thought I had it blocked. That's what coach always talks about, 'Expect to come free.' I will live and learn from and it will make me stronger.''
It has been well documented on how quarterback Russell Wilson is a strong proponent of visualization. That also holds true for Landisch.
"I'll visualize the stadium and what it's going to be like,'' he said, "even though I have no idea since I've never played in Ohio Stadium. But it's something I picture and think about a lot.
"We expect to do well. But we talk about going into games expecting adversity and overcoming adversity, so it's definitely important to visualize, 'If this happens, I'm going to do this.'''
That's another characteristic that has endeared Landisch to Bielema. "He's very very smart,'' Bielema said, "He knows what he's going to do out there, and he has a great memory.''
Not so much this week; not after the heartbreaking loss at Michigan State.
"Coach B talks about moving on,'' Landisch said. "That game can either make you stronger or weaker. If you learn from it, you can be a stronger and a better football player.''
"Believe'' is not only the second studio album for Disturbed, but it might be the word of the week for the Badgers. Believe in yourself. Believe in your teammates. Believe in the plan.
The 2011-12 basketball season is only a couple weeks away, but things got underway on Thursday afternoon with the annual Big Ten Media Day in Chicago.
The official Twitter accounts of @BadgerMBB and @BadgerWBBall provided coverage throughout the day, but in case you missed it, we've compiled a recap of the day's events
By Mike Lucas on October 27, 2011 1:36 PM
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Wednesday was a great day for hockey. It was also a great day to recognize former Wisconsin men's coach Jeff Sauer and current UW women's coach Mark Johnson for their impact on the sport.
Sauer and Johnson were among four recipients of the 2011 Lester Patrick Award that honors special individuals for their contributions to hockey in the United States.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman was on hand for the event at the River Centre in St. Paul, Minn., where Bob Pulford and Tony Rossi joined Sauer and Johnson as Patrick Award honorees.
Johnson said that after he received a phone call from Bettman notifying him that he was a winner, "You step back and say, 'Wow!' It puts a smile on your face.''
Sauer got the same phone call and said, "I looked at my phone and saw it was a call from Gary Bettman and I thought it was someone playing a trick on me.''
It was no joke. Sauer and Johnson were most deserving. Plus, it was most timely that they were honored in the same class given that their history together dates back to when Jeff babysat for Mark.
Badger Bob Johnson -- Mark's dad -- was a common denominator. Keeping it all in the family, Jeff Sauer was a former Bob Johnson assistant and Mark Johnson was a former Jeff Sauer assistant.
There have been numerous intersections on their career timelines.
* * *
Before the UW Athletic Board could get around to confirming his appointment as the new hockey coach, it had to clean its desk of some old business and tend to other bureaucratic matters.
Colorado College's 39-year-old coach, Jeff Sauer, was told to take a seat and wait.
Not a problem. The job was his. And since the former Badger assistant had waited a long time for this day -- July 8, 1982 -- he was prepared to wait a little longer, however long it would take.
It took nearly two hours.
Sauer wound up in the UW basketball office, where he visited with an assistant coach who was helping hold the program together in the midst of a transition from Bill Cofield to Steve Yoder.
Neither Sauer nor Bo Ryan had any inkling what the future would hold for their respective careers. (Or that their paths would cross again in 2001 when Ryan moved from Platteville to Madtown.)
Shortly after the athletic board gave its official blessing to Sauer, a press conference was held at Camp Randall Stadium to formally introduce Bob Johnson's successor to the Madison media.
Sauer not only skated for Johnson at Colorado College, but he was a volunteer assistant under Johnson while completing his degree. Later, he was Johnson's first full-time assistant at Wisconsin.
He and his wife Jamie even babysat for the Johnson boys, Peter and Mark.
But he wanted to make it perfectly clear, "I'm not Bob Johnson, I'm Jeff Sauer. And I hope everyone realizes that we're going to do some things a little bit differently.
"Once you get to know me, I think you'll get to find that emotionally -- as far as wins and losses -- I try not to peak and valley. You have to keep your sanity somehow in this game.''
Sauer managed to do so longer than anyone -- for 31 years as a head coach in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association; 11 at Colorado College and 20 at Wisconsin.
Sauer won 655 games overall, including two national championships with the Badgers.
That Sauer was able to escape the long shadow of Bob Johnson and establish his own identity, separate from that of his lionized predecessor, speaks volumes for his system and perseverance.
"When I was a young coach in the league, I'd sit in those meetings and listen to everything the older coaches had to say,'' Sauer said after his 556th win moved him past the legendary John MacInnes.
"I don't know if I ever talked to any of them about coaching. You just didn't discuss those things back then. It's not like calling Sertie (Mike Sertich) on a Monday morning and talking about the series.''
Sertich was the longtime coach at Minnesota-Duluth and one of Sauer's closest friends.
"You just didn't do that back then,'' Sauer went on. "Everyone was so much more guarded. But you could still learn something from all of them.
"Denver's Murray Armstrong was businesslike in the way he approached the game. Michigan State's Amo Bessone was a true coach. Minnesota's John Mariucci was a good old guy.
"I'd have to say Bob Johnson did have the biggest influence on me,'' Sauer said. "I played for him, I coached with him and I coached against him. I went through a lot of things with Bob.''
Bob Johnson received the Lester Patrick Award in 1988.
Mark Johnson recalled, "When my dad received the recognition for what he did -- whether it was at Wisconsin, USA Hockey, Calgary or Pittsburgh -- it was a special evening for him and our family.''
To also receive the Patrick Award now makes it even more special.
Mark Johnson, the celebrated 1980 Olympian, cut his teeth as a head coach at Verona High School and with the minor league Madison Monsters before joining Sauer's staff at Wisconsin.
More recently, he has been collecting rings; NCAA championship rings. Johnson has guided the UW women to four national titles in the last six years.
The most recent of which was last season when Wisconsin defeated Boston University, 4-1, in the finals. Fittingly, the Badgers will face the BU Terriers on Friday and Saturday at the Kohl Center.
Faceoff both days will take place at 2 p.m.
"Having defeated them last year in Erie (Pa.) you know they're going to be excited to play us again,'' Johnson said. "They're going to be coming into the building looking for revenge.''
Over the last six games, the Badgers have tested themselves against North Dakota, Minnesota and Duluth. "It's been three weekends of playoff hockey,'' said Johnson. "And it elevates your play.''
Wisconsin has gone 5-1 over this challenging stretch.
"It's only October,'' he said, "but we've become better as a team playing each opponent.''
Not only were the Badgers able to walk out of Duluth with a sweep, but Johnson saw something that he had never seen before in all of his years in hockey as a player or a coach.
On a delayed penalty, the Bulldogs pulled their goaltender for a sixth attacker. But, in attempting to set up a teammate, a Duluth player inadvertently shot the puck into her own empty net.
The goal was credited to Wisconsin's Saige Pacholok, who took the initial penalty.
"The fans that were at the game,'' Johnson said, "and certainly the referees and both coaching staffs were a little stunned at what happened.
"Saige went into the penalty box and they announced her penalty first and then they announced her goal in the next sentence. I haven't seen that before going back to my playing days.
"But again, we found a way to win.''
Another common denominator between Johnson and Sauer, the Patrick Award winners.
By Paul Capobianco on October 26, 2011 4:00 PM
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Both Jeff Sauer and Mark Johnson are known for their hockey accomplishments, and will be recognized today in St. Paul, Minn., for their great contributions to hockey in the United States with the Lester Patrick Trophy. The story of Lester Patrick dates to the early 1900s and is worth a read.
Their hockey contributions are great, both with national and international championships on their resumes, but you'd be hard pressed to find better people. The two surely go hand-in-hand.
By Other Contributors on October 26, 2011 2:36 PM
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The Wisconsin wrestling team is full of young talent, featuring eight true freshmen wrestlers.
UWBadgers.com sat down with three newcomers, Austin Hietpas, Brett Hochstaetter and Connor Medbery, to discuss what
they have been working on in the wrestling room and how their freshmen years are going at UW.
Austin Hietpas
How have you liked Wisconsin so far and how is school going?
"The atmosphere is awesome and the coaches are awesome.
Is there any wrestler in particular that you have been
practicing a lot with leading up to the Intra-Squad Scrimmage?
"I've been wrestling a lot with Matt Kelliher. He's been
pushing me. He has a little different style than me so it's always challenging."
What have you taken away from practicing the last couple of
weeks that you have added to your wrestling?
"I think college wrestling brings intensity. It's a step up from
high school because the time commitment."
Brett Hochstaetter
How are your first couple weeks of practice going so far?
"It's been tough with really long days. You have to really
devote yourself to being there every day."
What pushes you to keep going?
"The one-on-one competition keeps me going. You want to show
that you're better than the other person. It shows how good of a wrestler you
are."
What have you learned from the coaches this year that you
will apply to your wrestling going forward?
"Mental toughness is a big thing. Getting that one extra rep
in or making sure your technique is good even when you're tired - always
pushing forward."
Is there any particular wrestler that is helping you perform
at a higher level?
"When I wrestle with Ben Jordan he usually beats me up
pretty good but I learn a lot from him."
How are you enjoying your first year at UW?
"It's a great atmosphere and a really good college town.
Everything is focused on Badger pride and classes are good too."
Connor Medbery
How are you liking your freshman year at Wisconsin?
"I love it. It's a great town and great place to be. I'm
really enjoying wrestling and everything about it. I like it a lot."
How has wrestling added to your college experience?
"There are definitely a lot of resources available to you.
Being able to study at the Fetzer Center and everything else at your disposal has really added to my college experience."
Is there anyone in particular in the wrestling room that is
pushing you to the next level?
"Coaches (Eric) Bugenhagen and (Trevor) Brandvold are really
helping me move forward in my wrestling."
What have you taken away from Wisconsin wrestling that you
are going to add to your game that you didn't have before?
"I think some of the hand fighting stuff that I've picked
up. Also being aggressive and pushing the pace every time is going to help my wrestling a lot.
How has the transition been from Colorado to Wisconsin?
"All the guys are really great so it's been an easy
transition."
Welcome to the This Week in Women's WCHA. Each week Ross LaDue from the UW Athletic Communications office breaks down the past weekend of action in the women's side of the WCHA and look ahead to the coming weekend.
There was a lot of goal scoring this past weekend in the WCHA. The winning teams from each series scored a total of 51 goals and each series resulted in a sweep. Wisconsin was the only road team to win, as Minnesota, North Dakota and Bemidji State all swept on home ice this past weekend.
Weekend Recap
Minnesota State at No. 2 Minnesota
The result of this series was of little surprise. With the Minnesota homecoming football game against Nebraska on Saturday, the Mavericks and Golden Gophers played in a Thursday-Friday matchup. The Gophers won by a modest margin of 3-0 on Thursday before routing the Mavericks 7-0 on Friday. The double shutouts marked the second time this season the Gophers have kept their opponents scoreless, previously against St. Cloud State on Oct. 7-8.
Minnesota players of note: Sophomore Sarah Davis scored twice on Thursday and tallied two helpers on Friday. In the 7-0 win on Friday, Sarah Erickson was the only Gopher to record more than one goal. Megan Bozek and Amanda Kessel were the only two players in the Friday game to record a goal and an assist, Kessel had one goal and two assists. A total of 12 skaters recorded points for the Gophers over the weekend. Freshman Shyler Sletta made her first start in net on Thursday and went on to make 20 saves in her first collegiate start, win and shutout. Junior Noora Räty played on Friday making 19 saves for her third shutout of the season
Minnesota State players of note: Senior goaltender Alli Altmann played in both games for the Mavericks and made an impressive 49 saves off of 52 shots in Thursday's loss. Altmann definitely gave her team a chance to win, but while goaltending may win championships, it doesn't put goals on the board. On Friday, Altmann didn't fare as well, but to her credit, four of the seven goals came on a Gopher power play.
St. Cloud State at Bemidji State
Before the season started, with the loss of the graduation of BSU's top offensive producers, I would have guessed a bit closer matchup. However, the 7-0 stomping over Maine the week prior must have given Bemidji State some offensive confidence. The Beavers lit the lamp a total of 13 times over the weekend while only conceding three goals to the Huskies, two coming off a man-advantage.
Bemidji State players of note: Defenseman Montana Vichorek recorded a six point night netting two goals on Friday, while her D-partner, Marlee Wheelhouse, scored a goal and had three assists. The No. 1 forward line of Tess Dusik, Sadie Lundquist and Emily Erickson had a tremendous weekend netting five goals and recording 11 assists on the weekend. Star goaltender Zuzana Tomcikova turned away 21 of 22 shots on Friday, while Alana McElhinney recorded 23 saves in her second appearance this season.
St. Cloud State players of note: All three goals were scored by different skaters and the only player to record more than one point on the weekend was Haylea Schmid, who had an assist in the first game and scored the Huskies final goal on Saturday. Taylor VanDenakker made her fifth start in net on Friday and concede seven goals on 35 shots. Freshman Julie Friend made her third start of season on Saturday and made 34 stops in the 5-2 loss.
Ohio State at No. 7 North Dakota
This series was the biggest surprise of the weekend. Ohio State has a great offense, but a suspect defense, and North Dakota has a fiery offense. High scores were half expected, but not lopsided scores. After the first 40 minutes of the weekend, the score inside Ralph Engelstad Arena already read Ohio State 1, North Dakota 11. A third period full of penalties would stifle any more scoring as the game would end 11-1. Saturday's game wasn't much better for the Buckeyes as the Sioux walked away with a 7-1 victory. Ohio State's special teams were abysmal as they failed to score a single goal on 13 power-play chances and conceded five goals on 12 Sioux power plays.
North Dakota players of note: After seeing who did the goal production for the Sioux, I was wondering if the conference should scrap Offensive Player of the Week for a more appropriate "Offensive Line of the Week". The No. 1 UND forward line of Monique Lamoreux-Kolls, Jocelyne Lamoureux and Michelle Karvinen put up a combined 25 points in the two games. In Saturday's 7-1 win, the three accounted for all seven goals. Karvinen had a hat trick on Friday and Lamoureux-Kolls had one on Saturday. Stephanie Ney made both starts in net recording a total of 37 saves. In the final 10 minutes of Friday's game, a span that saw seven penalties called, the Sioux put freshman Michelle Bonapace-Potvin in net.
Ohio State players of note: Laura McIntosh was the only goal scorer of the weekend for the Buckeyes. She actually opened the scoring on Saturday, only to be followed by seven UND goals. Natalie Spooner was kept to a -4 plus/minus on the weekend and wasn't able to record a single point. The Ohio State goaltending was a nightmare in net. Lisa Steffes started Friday's game and after letting in four goals on 13 shots within the first 12 minutes, was replaced by Chelsea Knapp, who let in one goal on two shots before the first period was over. Knapp started in the second and after letting in six goals on 11 shots, Steffes went back in for the remainder of the game. Knapp then played all 60 minutes on Saturday making 27 saves.
No. 1 Wisconsin at No. 5/6 Minnesota Duluth
It was another big matchup for the Badgers as they continued along their four-week stretch of playing the nation's top teams. Entering the weekend, the Bulldogs had not been swept on their home ice by the Badgers in eight years. There were points during the weekend when that streak looked as if it was going to continue. In Friday night's game, the Bulldogs held a 2-1 lead after the first period, but a strong second period and a great shorthanded breakaway goal gave the Badgers a 4-3 win. Even on Saturday after Wisconsin jumped out to a 3-0 lead, Minnesota Duluth was drastically out-shooting the Badgers and it was looking like it was just a matter of time until UMD tied things up. Luckily for UW, goaltender Alex Rigsby had one of her best nights in net and turned away 46 of UMD's 49 shots to give Wisconsin the 6-3 win and the weekend sweep.
Wisconsin players of note: Forwards Hilary Knight and Carolyne Prévost both had two goal games, with Knight getting three on the weekend. Knight had the biggest goal of the weekend, scoring the game-winner off a breakaway with fewer than two minutes remaining while shorthanded. Jordan Brickner set her up with the pass and Knight skated down and popped the puck over the blocker of UMD's Jenny Harss. Carolyne Prévost scored twice on Saturday, including the game-winner and an empty netter to secure the win. Brianna Decker also had two goals and one assist on the weekend. In net for the Badgers, Alex Rigsby had one of the best weekends in her career making a total of 80 saves and a career single-game high 46 saves on Saturday. However spectacular Rigsby's play was in net, the highlight of the weekend goes to the goal "scored" by Saige Pacholok. One of the rarest goals in hockey, it came as a result of a UMD gaffe in the second period. With a delayed penalty upcoming, the Bulldogs pulled their goalie for an extra attacker. With the Bulldogs cycling the puck in the UW zone, they misplayed a pass to the point and the puck slid all the way down the ice into the empty net for a Badger goal. It was credited to the last player who touched it, which happened to be the same player the penalty was called on, Saige Pacholok.
Minnesota Duluth players of note: Freshman Jenna McParland scored two goals in the first game of the series. Haley Irwin, member of the Olympic gold-medal winning Canadian team in 2010, tallied two assists in both games. Wong had a relatively quiet weekend as she was kept pointless on Friday and had two assists on Saturday. Irwin, Wong and McParland were the only Bulldogs to record more than one point in either game. Jenny Harss had a fairly solid night in net on Friday making 39 saves, but looked a bit rattled on Saturday only making 13 saves before UMD opted to go with senior Lana Steck for the third period. Steck made 12 saves without conceding a goal.
Possible WCHA Player of the Week winners:
The WCHA players of the week were announced early this week, but it wasn't too hard to predict who was going to win. Monique Lamoureux-Kolls was a shoe-in for Offensive Player of the Week after collecting 10 points, which included a hat trick, over the weekend. Alex Rigsby was also a standout for Defensive Player of the Week with 80 saves and a sweep over a nationally-ranked team. The Rookie of the Week award was also bound to go back to Michelle Karvinen after she posted a seven-point weekend, which, like her linemate Lamoureux-Kolls, included a hat trick.
Looking Forward
No. 2 Minnesota at Bemidji State
While Bemidji State's offense has been rolling strong, they haven't faced a defense as stingy as Minnesota's yet. The Beavers play well at home and if they bring their A-game I wouldn't be surprise to see an upset Friday night. BSU will need great goaltending and solid defense to pull it off, because they're not going to win a high scoring game against the Gophers. On Saturday I don't see Minnesota losing, they're one of the fastest teams in the nation, if not the fastest, and they always seem to play better as the weekend progresses. With this being one of the best Gopher squads in a while, if the Beavers don't play near perfect hockey, the Gophers will be headed back to Minneapolis with two wins.
Ohio State at Minnesota State
After Ohio State's train wreck of a weekend against North Dakota anything can happen this weekend against Minnesota State. Both teams are going to be hungry for goals as the Buckeyes only scored twice and the Mavericks didn't score at all last weekend. On paper the series looks like it should be a sweep for the Buckeyes, but both teams are plagued by inconsistency in net. Ohio State has the better offense, but that didn't matter much against North Dakota. If MSU goalie Ali Altmann has a great weekend and the Maverick offense shows up, I wouldn't be surprised to see a split, or the Buckeyes getting a win and a tie.
No. 6 North Dakota at No. 7 Minnesota Duluth
This will be a great series to see firsthand. Both teams are very aggressive on the forecheck so special teams will be a major factor in this game, as a lot of penalties can be expected. I wouldn't want to be a goaltender in this series as UND's offense is on fire and Minnesota Duluth's head coach Shannon Miller will have her team ready to bounce back after getting swept by Wisconsin. A weekend split sounds reasonable if the Lamoureux's limit their penalties. Though, if the Lamouruex's are stuck in the box, UMD's power-play will run over the North Dakota defense and goaltending.
Robert Morris at St. Cloud State
Robert Morris split earlier with Minnesota State, but this may be a decent chance for St. Cloud State to get a win. I wouldn't be surprised to see freshman goaltender Julie Friend to get the start in the first game. She played well enough against Bemidji State last weekend and has the only win for SCSU this year. If the Huskies get good goaltending, I could see St. Cloud State getting their second win on the season, but I feel like Robert Morris will most likely get two wins.
No. 4/5 Boston University at No. 1 Wisconsin
While this is a rematch of last year's title game, the Boston University squad entering Madison is far from the same that played against the Badgers in Erie, Pa., last March. The Terriers will be without star forward Marie-Philip Poulin, who got hurt in the opening-weekend series against North Dakota. BU also lost some key seniors to graduation, so the roster won't be quite as deep as it was in March. The Badgers will need to rely on their strong defensive play this weekend and possibly look to convert more chances on their struggling power-play unit.
By Matt Lepay on October 26, 2011 10:28 AM
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"I always want to be the aggressor."
That is a quote from Bret Bielema, spoken a few months before he worked his first game as the Badgers' head coach.
We have seen his aggressive nature on multiple occasions, from fake punts, fake field goals and, more recently, a tailback throwing a touchdown pass to a quarterback. The man loves to push the envelope, and that is part of what makes him intriguing. Not everyone loves it, but his outside-the-box thinking forces you to pay attention because you'd hate to miss something.
Last Saturday night's Hail Mary places Kirk Cousins in a time capsule along with Boston College's Doug Flutie and Colorado's Kordell Stewart. I am guessing that last sentence is difficult to read and, trust me, I cannot say I enjoy writing it. The fact is TV networks will show that play forever.
A sidebar story to that final pass is Bielema's decision to use two timeouts to stop clock in the final minute. He called the first after a Brendan Kelly sack and forced fumble made it second-and-20 from the Spartans' 24-yard line. There were 42 seconds to play.
A 12-yard connection to wide receiver B.J. Cunningham made it third-and-8 from the MSU 36. Bielema used his second timeout with 30 seconds remaining. In our radio booth, Mike Lucas and I were talking about the trust Bielema was showing in his defense. I also suggested that if it works, great, but if not... "It's a second guesser's delight."
Was I surprised Bielema called that second T.O.? Yeah, maybe a little. Should I have been surprised? No, not really, because that is how he rolls. When it works, it is a gutsy decision. If it doesn't, well, you know what happens next. It is fresh material for talk shows, message boards and bloggers. Coaches understand that is how it works in big time sports.
A friend of mine who used to work with the Wisconsin basketball program had some tongue-in-cheek advice for the coaches. "Hey, just run the plays that work, OK?" If a team is hitting a bunch of 3-point shots, it must be running a great offense, right? If they're tossing up bricks all day, we say the offense looks flat.
This is Bielema's sixth season as the Badgers' head man. In that time, I thought the nuttiest call he made was the fake punt in the Rose Bowl. It was in the second quarter, with TCU leading 14-10.
Unlike the Iowa game when he had clear sailing, punter Brad Nortman had to break through some traffic to make the first down. If the Horned Frogs would have stopped Nortman, take a guess on how observers would have reacted.
You know how many people told me that call was crazy? None. Zero. Nada. Why? Because it worked -- therefore it was a good call.
It was that incomplete pass on the two-point try that had fans upset. Jacob Pedersen was wide open, but Tank Carder made a big-time play by knocking down the throw. Therefore, it was a bad call.
With that off my chest, it is on to Ohio State, where the Badgers likely will face an even more hostile atmosphere than they dealt with in East Lansing. It is Homecoming in Columbus. OSU is honoring Hall of Famer Eddie George. The Buckeyes are wearing special uniforms.
One more thing. Given what happened last year to OSU's top-ranked football and basketball teams, it is safe to say those folks do not like the Badgers very much.
What an opportunity for Wisconsin to bounce off the deck after last week's disappointment.
There is one more thing. If you were not a fan of divisional play before, maybe this will help change your mind. Granted, there is a long way to go, but perhaps the Badgers will get back on track and win the Leaders Division. Perhaps Michigan State will continue its winning ways and capture the Legends.
That would set up a rematch in Indianapolis, with a Rose Bowl berth on the line.
I know, I know -- first things first, but it never hurts to dream a little, does it?
Bo Ryan is not prone to hyperbole when discussing freshmen. So his words tend to carry more weight when the UW basketball coach does single out a first-year player as a potential contributor.
That was the case during last season's media day when Ryan volunteered a thumbnail sketch on the strengths of guard Josh Gasser, which clearly indicated that he had a chance to play right away.
"His knowledge of the game and court sense are really good; he's ahead of a lot of freshmen," he said at the time. "Josh can play. Josh is smart. Nothing seems to rattle him. That's what I like about him."
As it turned out, there was plenty to like about Gasser who scored 21 points in the season opener, started 30 of 34 games and produced the first triple-double in school history.
During Monday's media day, Ryan was asked about freshman Jarrod Uthoff, a 6-foot-8, 200-pound forward from Cedar Rapids, who was named Mr. Basketball in the state of Iowa.
"He'll play at the University of Wisconsin and he'll play early," Ryan said. "He's a player; better than expected. But don't tell him I said that. I think the other guys (freshmen) have a chance to play.
"I'm just saying that he's right now, kind of picking up things like Josh (Gasser) did last year. Coaches like good listeners and fast learners and I've never seen a more conscientious guy."
Earlier in the press conference, Ryan fielded a question on his expectations for UW's freshman class - Uthoff, George Marshall, Traevon Jackson, Frank Kaminsky and Jordan Smith - based on what he had seen already.
"Well, if you asked me last Tuesday, I could have given you an answer," Ryan said. "If you asked me yesterday, I could have given you an answer.
"You know what? After eight practices I could have given you eight different answers which is not unusual. But here's what I do like.
"They don't like to lose in the drills. If you come in second, you come in last. There are three teams of four or five guys and you go against each other; red, white and black jerseys.
"There are two teams that have to run, because only one team wins. It's pretty competitive. That's a good sign. If we don't have guys who are competing we're not going to get better."
The faces may change from class to class; the message never does to his freshmen.
"For the 40th time, since this is my 40th year of coaching," Ryan said. "You tell them on the first day that if you don't go hard against me, you are disrespectful to me.
"If I don't go hard at you every possession then I'm being disrespectful of you. We just tell guys, 'If you really want to accomplish something each and every day, try to beat the guy across you.
"Try to make sure you're making him work as hard as he can to get to the rim and to get a good shot and make him move his feet to stop you when you're on offense.'
"If you have those kinds of (competitive) drills, guys will develop."
The mere mention of player development struck a chord with Ryan, who was inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame last weekend along with former Princeton coach Pete Carrill.
"I got goose bumps when Petey told me Saturday night that he doesn't watch a lot of teams on television but he watches us play," related Ryan.
"I said, 'Why, because we're slow?' He goes, 'No, because you move the ball and you play the way the game is supposed to be played.'
"I thought that was pretty nice. Here's a guy who's 81 years old and still working in the NBA and he actually had something nice say about our guys."
Ryan has always had the utmost respect for Carrill because "he was such a good teacher getting guys to understand their roles and how to play off each other."
Who does that sound like? Exactly.
After that brief detour, Ryan got back on point and concluded, "If these freshmen are competing, we have a chance to get better."
The No. 4 Wisconsin football team suffered its first loss of the season Saturday with a heartbreaking 37-31 setback at the hands of No. 15 Michigan State. UWBadgers.com presented the action
live with the Gameday Blog:
Welcome to the Gameday Blog for tonight's primetime matchup between the No. 4 Badgers and No. 15 Michigan Sate, live from the press box at Spartan Stadium.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:15 Brian Mason
6:16
[Comment From grampabuckygrampabucky: ]
This should be FUN!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:16 grampabucky
6:17
Brian Mason:
The atmosphere is already picking up as the Michigan State students are in there seats and making noise
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:17 Brian Mason
6:17
Brian Mason:
Both teams are on the field going through pregame warmups and the head coaches are talking at midfield
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:17 Brian Mason
6:17
Brian Mason:
We're about 50 minutes from kickoff, with the game set to start at 7:06 CT, live on ESPN
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:17 Brian Mason
6:23
Brian Mason:
The storyline tonight is pretty obvious, as the Badgers enter the game 6-0 and ranked No. 6 in the initial BCS standings and are looking to remain unbeaten. Michigan State, meanwhile carries plenty of momentum from a big rivalry win over Michigan right here last Saturday
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:23 Brian Mason
6:23
Brian Mason:
The Badgers have gathered in the end zone, circling around captains Aaron Henry and Patrick Butrym for the traditional "One Unit, One Goal" chant
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:23 Brian Mason
6:24
Brian Mason:
It's the team's way of getting fired up as they go through their final minutes of warmups
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:24 Brian Mason
6:25
Brian Mason:
The two major injury questions for the Badgers are WR Nick Toon and DT Patrick Butrym, who both expect to play tonight.
Toon sat out last week's game against Indiana as a precaution after aggravating a foot injury, while Butrym suffered an ankle sprain in the win over the Hoosiers.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:25 Brian Mason
6:25
Brian Mason:
Toon will return to the starting lineup tonight, with Butrym also expecting to play
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:25 Brian Mason
6:27
Brian Mason:
The real battle tonight is expected to be between the nation's highest-scoring offense (the Badgers average 50.2 points per game) and the nation's leading pass defense (MSU gives up just 119.2 yards per game through the air).
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:27 Brian Mason
6:28
Brian Mason:
The talk swirled all week after comments by some of Michigan State's defensive players about their desire to get after Badgers QB Russell Wilson, and Spartans DE William Gholston was suspended by the Big Ten for a couple of unsportsmanlike conduct fouls in MSU's win over Michigan last week.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:28 Brian Mason
6:28
Brian Mason:
Add in the fact that the Badgers are looking to avenge their only Big Ten loss of a year ago, and there is plenty of fuel heading into this showdown.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:28 Brian Mason
6:28
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Their seats, Brian. You would expect nothing less from me.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:28 Badger Rose
6:29
Brian Mason:
Good catch (as always). Let's hope I got my only mistake of the night out of the way early...
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:29 Brian Mason
6:29
BadgerFootball:
RT @ESPNStatsInfo Montee Ball is the only player in the country with at least 2 rush TD in every game played this season. #Wisconsin[via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:29 BadgerFootball
6:31
Karl Anderson:
Good evening everyone, I'll be helping Brian out tonight and giving you the play-by-play
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:31 Karl Anderson
6:32
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
I see you are going with the higher ranking for the Badgers, not the BCS standing.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:32 Badger Rose
6:32
Brian Mason:
We always stick with the Associated Press Top 25 rankings, regardless of what is higher. It is the poll with the most history associated with it and kind of the standard through the years.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:32 Brian Mason
6:32
[Comment From grampabuckygrampabucky: ]
Buckys' O line will come in with quiet confidence.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:32 grampabucky
6:33
Brian Mason:
There's no doubt they take what Michigan State's players have said this week as a challenge. Peter Konz told me this week that his entire job is to protect Russell Wilson, and it's one none of the guys on the O-line take lightly.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:33 Brian Mason
6:35
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
With Moffitt they were never quiet, Grampa.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:35 Badger Rose
6:35
Brian Mason:
And Konz is doing his best to fill that role, Rose. Easily the team's most likely standup comic.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:35 Brian Mason
6:36
Brian Mason:
Patrick Butrym is out with the No. 1 offense during warmups. It would take more than an ankle injury to keep him off the field tonight.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:36 Brian Mason
6:36
Brian Mason:
As Wilson said this week, this is the type of game these guys love to play in.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:36 Brian Mason
6:38
BadgerFootball:
Gameday Blog is live from East Lansing for #Badgers-#Spartans: http://bit.ly/oL3098[via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:38 BadgerFootball
6:38
BadgerFootball:
RT @TheUpsguy907: i cant wait to see wilson bust a move tonight #Badgers[via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:38 BadgerFootball
6:39
Brian Mason:
Interestingly, this is just the 11th night game in the history of Spartan Stadium. And home-field advantage has been huge in this series ... the home team has won the last six since UW scored a 42-28 win here in 2002.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:39 Brian Mason
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Brian Mason:
The stands are still filling up 25 minutes from kickoff, but the students are out in force. And they're loud.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:41 Brian Mason
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Brian Mason:
Michigan State is certainly riding high after that win over Michigan last week. This is a team that has looked completely different in winning its last three games after a 31-13 loss to Notre Dame on Sept. 17
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:41 Brian Mason
6:42
BadgerFootball:
Check one off that list...RT @ewfitzsimons: Fall 2011 Goals: 1. Teach daughter to ride bike. 2. Get retweeted by @BadgerFootball. #Badgers[via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:42 BadgerFootball
6:44
Brian Mason:
There are plenty of variables heading into this matchup tonight. The general consensus is that UW is the superior team, but what do you think? Predictions for tonight?
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:44 Brian Mason
6:44
[Comment From TomTom: ]
is Wisconsin wearing the red pants?
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:44 Tom
6:44
Brian Mason:
Nope ... the standard whites for the Badgers tonight.
Just about 15 mins. from tonight's matchup between the #Badgers & #Spartans, follow along with the Gameday blog here: http://bit.ly/oL3098[via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:46 BadgersLive
6:50
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
Badgers 34 MSU 17
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:50 Craig
6:50
[Comment From TomTom: ]
wisconsin has had slot of trouble in East Lansaing. How many have they won there in 20 years? 1 or 2? It's going to be a very difficult game to win.......but, Wisconsin by 1 on last second 35 harder.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:50 Tom
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Brian Mason:
The Badgers have come into East Lansing undefeated for the fifth time in the teams' last six meetings. UW is 2-2 here at Spartan Stadium when coming in undefeated
The Michigan State band is on the field for its pregame performance as the pregame clock ticks down to 11 minutes to kickoff
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:55 Brian Mason
6:56
[Comment From DomDom: ]
There is a misconception here about michigans offense and Wisconsins because we have more athletes and gholston is out so there should not be a problem
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:56 Dom
6:56
Brian Mason:
Michigan State has athletes beyond Gholston, too, Dom. They will pose a major challenge, but I like the Badgers' balanced offense in that battle.
The MSU band playing "On Wisconsin" goes over like a lead balloon at Spartan Stadium. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:57 BadgerFootball
6:58
[Comment From DomDom: ]
Not on the offensive line Brian I really believe they are too small.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:58 Dom
6:58
Brian Mason:
Ah, sorry we were talking about two different things. That will be an interesting matchup. Cousins can be an effective QB but I don't know how well the MSU O-line will be able to protect him. If the Spartans can get their running game going, it will go a long way toward putting points on the board for MSU.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:58 Brian Mason
6:58
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
My first chance to watch a Big Ten game this season, and am so ready for this one - the national exposure is great for the Badgers - especially when they win big! Here we go.......
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:58 Guest
6:58
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
Will noise be a factor at this stadium? If I recall, it's a fairly open facility.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:58 Deerslyr
6:58
Brian Mason:
It's very vertical, and the sidelines are very, very tight (similar to Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City). I expect the crowd to be a factor.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:58 Brian Mason
6:59
[Comment From BadgersRuleBadgersRule: ]
How is Nick Toon going to do today in the game
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:59 BadgersRule
6:59
Brian Mason:
Nick is expected to start and I think he's poised for a big game. He did not play up to his standards here last year and certainly wants to make up for that.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:59 Brian Mason
6:59
[Comment From SamSam: ]
I think the Wisconsin running game plus having Toon back will be too much for MSU
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:59 Sam
6:59
Brian Mason:
I have to agree with you, Sam. But MSU is going to make it interesting. Protecting the ball and not giving up turnovers will be huge for UW.
Saturday October 22, 2011 6:59 Brian Mason
7:00
Brian Mason:
The Spartans preparing to enter the stadium through a wall of smoke with strobe lights ... is this Miami?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:00 Brian Mason
7:00
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
This is where we show mich st we are title contenders
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:00 Guest
7:00
[Comment From BadgersRuleBadgersRule: ]
Is Toon 100% for tonights game?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:00 BadgersRule
7:00
Brian Mason:
He practiced this week and will start. Can't vouch for 100%, but he's at least very close.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:00 Brian Mason
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Brian Mason:
National anthem time...
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:01 Brian Mason
7:03
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Badgers havent won in east lansing since 2002 we are due!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:03 Guest
7:03
[Comment From DomDom: ]
Thank Goodness Toon is playing makes everything different!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:03 Dom
7:03
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
here come the wisco badgers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:03 Guest
7:03
Brian Mason:
The band is making its exit and we're ready to roll
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:03 Brian Mason
7:04
[Comment From SamSam: ]
That doesn't look like a very big Stadium. Looks like Iowas stadium a little.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:04 Sam
7:04
Brian Mason:
It is somewhat similar, Sam. The crowd will be a factor tonight.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:04 Brian Mason
7:04
[Comment From BadgersRuleBadgersRule: ]
Ball is a great running back i hope he does as good as last week
the badgers need to play good ball as spartys defense wants to go into defend mode all game
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:04 Patrick
7:04
[Comment From PatrickPatrick: ]
go Russ Wilson!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:04 Patrick
7:05
RussellManiaXVI:
RussellMania will start the game as the #Badgers win the toss and elect to receive [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:05 RussellManiaXVI
7:05
[Comment From SamSam: ]
Enjoy the game Brian....Go Bucky!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:05 Sam
7:05
[Comment From BADGERS!BADGERS!: ]
Here comes the Badgers
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:05 BADGERS!
7:05
BadgersLive:
#Wisconsin wins the toss and will receive [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:05 BadgersLive
7:05
Brian Mason:
Here we go....
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:05 Brian Mason
7:05
[Comment From MayhemMayhem: ]
we got this
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:05 Mayhem
7:06
BadgersLive:
Abbrederis downs it in the end zone and #UW will start from its own 20 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:06 BadgersLive
7:07
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
out come the keys, let's rumble :)
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:07 Steve
7:07
[Comment From PatrickPatrick: ]
Lets play smart tonight wisco no turnovers !!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:07 Patrick
7:07
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW 20: First play is a handoff to Ball, bounces off a tackle and picks up 8
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:07 Karl Anderson
7:08
Brian Mason:
Nice run for Montee but he took a solid hit at the end of the run. Badgers want to open holes like that all night
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:08 Brian Mason
7:08
[Comment From DomDom: ]
thats it
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:08 Dom
7:08
[Comment From PatrickPatrick: ]
nice carry montee !
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:08 Patrick
7:08
Brian Mason:
Lewis is helped off the field after the hit on Ball ... helmet to helmet contact shook him up
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:08 Brian Mason
7:09
[Comment From MayhemMayhem: ]
thats how wis runs the ball.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:09 Mayhem
7:09
[Comment From Isaiah HoltzIsaiah Holtz: ]
go badgers!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:09 Isaiah Holtz
7:09
BadgersLive:
2/2, UW 28: Another handoff to Ball and he runs off right guard for a gain of 3 or 4 and a UW first down [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:09 BadgersLive
7:09
Brian Mason:
Montee ran right into the teeth of the MSU defense but the blocking was solid ahead of him
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:09 Brian Mason
7:09
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
isn't helmet to helmet in college as taboo as in the nfl now?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:09 Steve
7:09
Brian Mason:
He didn't lead with his head, it was more accidental. That's not a penalty. Leading with the head certainly is, though
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:09 Brian Mason
7:09
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW 31: Another run for Ball and he goes up the middle for about 5
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:09 Karl Anderson
7:09
RussellManiaXVI:
RT @BTNMikeHall: Everyday I'm Russell'ing. Big test for the Heisman contender today. Spartan fans are loud right niw [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:09 RussellManiaXVI
7:10
BadgersLive:
2/6, UW 35: 4 straight runs for Ball, this time cutback run out to the UW 45. 1st and 10 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:10 BadgersLive
7:11
Brian Mason:
Worthy already active on D for the Spartans. He is one to watch for on that side of the ball
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:11 Brian Mason
7:11
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW 45, 5 straight runs, this time James White. Gain of 3 up the middle
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:11 Karl Anderson
7:11
[Comment From PatrickPatrick: ]
running game loks good so far whute with his first carry
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:11 Patrick
7:11
[Comment From MayhemMayhem: ]
Keep drawing them in with a solid run game and a big pass is bound to come.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:11 Mayhem
7:12
BadgersLive:
2/7, UW 48: First pass for Wilson and he finds Pedersen for a first down to the MSU 43 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:12 BadgersLive
7:12
Brian Mason:
Great protection and a nice strike by Wilson underneath the coverage. Badgers moving the ball well out of the gate.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:12 Brian Mason
7:12
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Nice pickup there by the O line
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:12 Jim
7:12
Brian Mason:
Very nice, Jim. Russell had all day to throw. And when he's comfortable, watch out...
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:12 Brian Mason
7:12
BadgersLive:
Correction, that last play got down to the MSU 38 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:12 BadgersLive
7:13
Karl Anderson:
Wisconsin takes its first timeout of the game
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:13 Karl Anderson
7:13
BadgerFootball:
#Badgers picking it up well early. RT @TomMulhernWSJ: Two early blitzes by MSU: 10 run by Ball and 14 completion to Pedersen. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:13 BadgerFootball
7:13
[Comment From MayhemMayhem: ]
there it is. nice pass wilson
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:13 Mayhem
7:13
Brian Mason:
Our first "Go White, Go Green" chant of the night from the crowd here. I could get tired of that...
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:13 Brian Mason
7:14
Karl Anderson:
Ball with 25 yards rushing on 4 carries so far
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:14 Karl Anderson
7:14
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
best way to beat white 'n' green is to keep Cousins off the field. so far so good :)
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:14 Steve
7:14
Karl Anderson:
That pass from Wilson to Pedersen covered 14 yards
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:14 Karl Anderson
7:16
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 38: Fake the fly sweep to Abbrederis and Ball takes it up the middle for 7 yards
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:16 Karl Anderson
7:16
Brian Mason:
Faked the sweep to Abbrederis and Montee used the misdirection to pick up 7 over the middle. Great call by the Badgers.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:16 Brian Mason
7:16
Brian Mason:
Great catch by Toon. Have to love the way he is catching the ball with his hands. Makes it look effortless even on tough passes.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:16 Brian Mason
7:16
BadgersLive:
2/3, MSU 31: Wilson drops back and hits Toon off play action down to the MSU 15 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:16 BadgersLive
7:17
[Comment From MayhemMayhem: ]
russells on his game tonite... nice "michigans getting lulled into sleep"
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:17 Mayhem
7:17
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 15: Ball sweeps left and is able to pick up 7 yards
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:17 Karl Anderson
7:17
Brian Mason:
Peter Konz pulled ahead of Montee and laid a big block that sprung the play. Love to see the big guy out ahead of the play like that.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:17 Brian Mason
7:17
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
This is methodical, classic Wisconsin football!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:17 Deerslyr
7:17
BadgerFootball:
RT @Matt_HayesSN: Love Wisky OC Paul Chryst's philosophy. Yeah, we're running. Stop it. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:17 BadgerFootball
7:18
Karl Anderson:
False start on the Badgers, Wagner flinched
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:18 Karl Anderson
7:18
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Need 6 here........ I know, I know...Thank you Captain Obvious.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:18 Jim
7:18
Karl Anderson:
2/8, MSU 13: Ball up the middle and he gets it back to the spot before the penalty. Gain of 5
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:18 Karl Anderson
7:18
Brian Mason:
A good push by Ball once he got through the line. Big third down upcoming, and that's where Wilson has thrived this year.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:18 Brian Mason
7:19
Brian Mason:
All day. Jacob Pedersen is a touchdown machine.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:19 Brian Mason
7:19
Karl Anderson:
Touchdown Badgers!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:19 Karl Anderson
7:19
Karl Anderson:
Beautiful play-action from Wilson and finds a wide open Pedersen for the score!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:19 Karl Anderson
7:19
Karl Anderson:
11 plays, 80 yards, 6:12
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:19 Karl Anderson
7:19
[Comment From JimJim: ]
And the crowd goes...........48!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:19 Jim
7:19
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
hahaha Montee Ball drew 11 Michigan State players :)
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:19 Steve
7:19
[Comment From DomDom: ]
yeah baby!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:19 Dom
7:19
[Comment From MayhemMayhem: ]
TOUCHDOWN!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:19 Mayhem
7:20
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown #Badgers! Jacob Pedersen 9-yard TD pass from #RussellWilson -- Wisconsin 7, Michigan State 0 -- 8:48 1st Qtr [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:20 BadgerFootball
7:20
BadgerFootball:
RT @Andy_Staples: As terrified as opponents are of Wisconsin's run game, it's amazing Russell Wilson ever throws an incomplete pass. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:20 BadgerFootball
7:20
BadgersLive:
TD #Badgers!: Beautiful play-action from Wilson and he finds a wide open Pedersen for the score! 7-0 Wisconsin with 8:48 left in 1st Qtr. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:20 BadgersLive
7:21
RussellManiaXVI:
#RussellWilson gets the #Badgers on the board early with a 9-yard TD pass to Jacob Pedersen. He completed all 3 passes on that drive. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:21 RussellManiaXVI
7:21
Karl Anderson:
Wilson, 3/3 on the drive for 39 yards. Ball rushed 7 times for 43 yards. Pedersen with 2 catches for 23 yards
RT @TomMulhernWSJ: Clockwork execution on first drive for #Badgers. Only third down was TD pass from Wilson to wide-open Pedersen. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:22 BadgerFootball
7:22
Brian Mason:
Nothing like a 6-minute scoring drive to open things up, huh?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:22 Brian Mason
7:22
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Ok......now we just have to hold em for 3 1/2 quarters. :D
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:22 Jim
7:22
[Comment From DomDom: ]
Nice way to keep Cousins off the field lets keep it up Go D
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:22 Dom
7:23
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
How long till Mussberger jumps on the bandwagon?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:23 Guest
7:23
Karl Anderson:
MSU takes the ensuing kick out to near the UW 25
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:23 Karl Anderson
7:24
Brian Mason:
Fumble! Badgers have the ball!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:24 Brian Mason
7:24
Karl Anderson:
Fumble!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:24 Karl Anderson
7:24
Karl Anderson:
Marcus Cromartie comes up with it!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:24 Karl Anderson
7:24
Brian Mason:
Mike Taylor forced it and Cromartie pounced on it near the MSU sideline
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:24 Brian Mason
7:25
Brian Mason:
Now there's a defensive start to match the offensive one!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:25 Brian Mason
7:25
[Comment From M & MTimM & MTim: ]
Go Bucky Defense!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:25 M & MTim
7:25
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
nice hit Taylor
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:25 Craig
7:25
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
SWEET!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:25 Deerslyr
7:25
BadgersLive:
First play from scrimmage and MSU coughs it up, Marcus Cromartie comes up with it! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:25 BadgersLive
7:25
Karl Anderson:
Play is under review, Brent and Kirk think that Cromartie comes from out of bounds to recover the fumble
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:25 Karl Anderson
7:26
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
probably not enough evidence to overturn?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:26 Steve
7:26
Karl Anderson:
Play stands!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:26 Karl Anderson
7:26
Brian Mason:
No conclusive evidence on the replay and UW keeps it
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:26 Brian Mason
7:27
Karl Anderson:
Badgers will start at the MSU 30
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:27 Karl Anderson
7:27
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Hee hee, Michigan State should have scheduled Indiana for homecoming ;)
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:27 Steve
7:27
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 30: Ball takes the handoff right and gets about 3
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:27 Karl Anderson
7:28
BadgersLive:
2/7, MSU 27: Another play action and Wilson fires a strike to Abbrederis to the MSU 10 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:28 BadgersLive
7:28
Brian Mason:
Bradie Ewing should get credit for at least half the yards on that pass. He did a fantastic job of picking up the MSU blitz to keep Wilson clear in the pocket
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:28 Brian Mason
7:28
Karl Anderson:
Touchdown Badgers!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:28 Karl Anderson
7:28
BadgersLive:
TD Badgers!: Montee Ball right up the gut for a 9-yard score! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:28 BadgersLive
7:29
BadgerFootball:
RT @BenKj: The Wrecking Ball!!!! Woooooo #badgers!!!!! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:29 BadgerFootball
7:29
Karl Anderson:
3 plays, 30 yards in just 51 seconds
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:29 Karl Anderson
7:29
RussellManiaXVI:
#RussellWilson has now thrown a TD pass in 31-straight games. #NCAA record is 36. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:29 RussellManiaXVI
7:29
BadgerFootball:
MT @Jake_Zimmermann: Michigan State has already given up 3.5 more points than it averages per game w 7:42 left in 1st! #Badgers[via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:29 BadgerFootball
7:29
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
and Montee Ball walks into the end zone virtually untouched
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:29 Steve
7:30
BadgersLive:
#Badgers convert off MSU turnover and now lead 14-0 with 7:42 to go in the 1st Qtr [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:30 BadgersLive
7:30
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Reading this blog is giving me goose bumps - GO BUCK
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:30 Guest
7:30
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Meanwhile, Wisconsin still waiting for the test...........
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:30 Jim
7:30
Brian Mason:
Montee made that look about as easy as a 9-yard TD run can look
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:30 Brian Mason
7:30
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown #Badgers! Montee Ball 9-yard TD run -- Wisconsin 14, Michigan State 0 -- 7:42 1st Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:30 BadgerFootball
7:30
Brian Mason:
Badgers have now converted each of their last 7 turnovers into touchdowns (all 7 in Big Ten play)
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:30 Brian Mason
7:31
BadgerFootball:
#Badgers have now converted all 7 turnovers forced in #B1G play into touchdowns [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:31 BadgerFootball
7:32
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
I don't know about you Jim, but I'd be plenty happy if there was no test tonight
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:32 Steve
7:32
Karl Anderson:
Kickoff returned by Hill and there's Conor O'Neill to meet him at the 20
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:32 Karl Anderson
7:32
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Several times before the game you said the crowd noise would be a factor. I think the Badgers have found a silencer. Or maybe 4--Ball, Toon, , Pederson, Abbrederis.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:32 Badger Rose
7:32
Brian Mason:
No doubt, Rose. Not much noise in here right now
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:32 Brian Mason
7:32
[Comment From LukeLuke: ]
2-1 Badger Hockey!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:32 Luke
7:32
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Hockey up 2-1 in the first.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:32 Guest
7:32
Brian Mason:
Go Badgers!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:32 Brian Mason
7:33
BadgersLive:
1/10, MSU at its own 20: Play-action pass from Cousins to Martin for a gain of 13 or so [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:33 BadgersLive
7:33
Brian Mason:
Hard to say. LSU and Alabama have captured everyone's attention, and Oklahoma is a legitimate contender, too. Hard to deny UW at this point, though
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:33 Brian Mason
7:33
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 34: Sack Nzegwu!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:33 Karl Anderson
7:33
Brian Mason:
Way to keep with it, Louis. He was not going to let Cousins escape
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:33 Brian Mason
7:33
[Comment From TysonTyson: ]
Your opinion: How many first place votes does WI get if they win this one in a blowout?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:33 Tyson
7:34
Brian Mason:
Sorry, Tyson. Answered your question without putting it through first
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:34 Brian Mason
7:34
BadgersLive:
2/17, MSU 27: Cousins to Cunningham for a gain of 18 yards and a first down, down the MSU sidelines [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:34 BadgersLive
7:35
Brian Mason:
Cousins can't have time to throw. He's too efficient
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:35 Brian Mason
7:35
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 46: Baker with just a gain of two off left tackle. Borland on the stop
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:35 Karl Anderson
7:35
Karl Anderson:
2/9, MSU 47: MSU audibles but Claxton comes up with the TFL! Credit Borland for bouncing that play outside
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:35 Karl Anderson
7:35
Brian Mason:
Great run D! Baker had nowhere to go as he tried to get to the edge. Claxton was right there to block the road.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:35 Brian Mason
7:36
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
TFL!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:36 Badger Rose
7:36
[Comment From TysonTyson: ]
If we keep stuffing the run, bring on the blitzers
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:36 Tyson
7:36
Karl Anderson:
3/14, MSU 41: throw underneath and Borland with the hit which forces the Spartans to punt!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:36 Karl Anderson
7:36
Brian Mason:
Borland is hitting hard tonight. This is the type of game he lives for.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:36 Brian Mason
7:37
Brian Mason:
Some boos from the Spartan Stadium crowd. Either they have a short leash for their offense, or they thought Borland's hit was late.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 Brian Mason
7:37
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Cousins isn't as efficient as Russell if we make Sparty 1-dimensional tonight
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 Steve
7:37
BadgerFootball:
RT @ralphDrussoAP: OK, been watching lots of USC-ND and Bama. See Wisconsin is crushing it. Damn Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 BadgerFootball
7:37
Karl Anderson:
Abbrederis back to field the punt, but it bounces and takes a UW hop to the UW 23, that's where UW will take over
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 Karl Anderson
7:37
BadgerFootball:
RT @ralphDrussoAP: OK, been watching lots of USC-ND and Bama. See Wisconsin is crushing it. Damn Wisconsin. #Badgers[via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 BadgerFootball
7:37
[Comment From JimJim: ]
It ain't easy being green.............Not this year anyway.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 Jim
7:37
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Crowd shots of MSU students: stunned disbelief.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 Badger Rose
7:37
Brian Mason:
Much quieter than they were a few minutes ago
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 Brian Mason
7:37
BadgersLive:
After forcing an MSU punt, #Badgers to start next drive at own 23 yard-line. Leading 14-0 with 3:39 left in 1st qtr [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:37 BadgersLive
7:38
Brian Mason:
This TV break is killing the atmosphere, too. Very quiet in here right now. No music, no nothing
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:38 Brian Mason
7:38
Brian Mason:
Now the Spartans are trying to fire the crowd up...
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:38 Brian Mason
7:38
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
Let's put some more points on the board in the first Q!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:38 Deerslyr
7:39
[Comment From rocker mikerocker mike: ]
badgers rock
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:39 rocker mike
7:39
BadgersLive:
1/10, UW on its own 23: Big run off left tackle and then a cutback by Ball, out to the MSU 38 or so [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:39 BadgersLive
7:39
Brian Mason:
Shifty run by White. If he didn't have to wait on a block and been caught from behind, see ya....
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:39 Brian Mason
7:39
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
James retuns to form of last year.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:39 Badger Rose
7:39
Karl Anderson:
Sorry, White on the last run
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:39 Karl Anderson
7:39
Brian Mason:
Looked a lot like the James of the OSU game last year, right?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:39 Brian Mason
7:39
[Comment From KurtKurt: ]
Hello fro La Crosse -- go Bucky... just got accepted this week!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:39 Kurt
7:40
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW 38: Gain of 5 or so for White
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:40 Karl Anderson
7:40
Karl Anderson:
White stopped for no gain and that brings up 3rd down for UW
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:40 Karl Anderson
7:40
Brian Mason:
Crowd getting loud for this 3rd-down try
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:40 Brian Mason
7:40
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Last year White averaged 9.8 yards/carry at Spartan Stadium.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:40 Badger Rose
7:40
Brian Mason:
Badgers now 2-for-2 on third down tonight
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:40 Brian Mason
7:41
[Comment From KurtKurt: ]
Rock on, Montee Ball
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:41 Kurt
7:41
BadgersLive:
3/4, UW 44: Draw to Ball across midfield to the MSU 49 and a UW first down [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:41 BadgersLive
7:41
Karl Anderson:
1/10, 50: White hit in the backfield for a loss of 2
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:41 Karl Anderson
7:42
Brian Mason:
First real stop of the night for the MSU defense there. White was bottled up for a loss. Badgers averaging 6 yards per carry prior to that play
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:42 Brian Mason
7:42
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
The MSU D-line is already huffing and puffing.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:42 Deerslyr
7:42
Karl Anderson:
2/11, UW 49: Wilson misfires on a throw to Toon and its intercepted
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:42 Karl Anderson
7:43
Brian Mason:
Miscommunication there between Wilson and Toon. He fired a strong pass over the middle and Toon wasn't ready for it.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:43 Brian Mason
7:43
[Comment From KurtKurt: ]
Interception -- big deal.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:43 Kurt
7:43
Brian Mason:
Only the second pick of the season for Wilson
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:43 Brian Mason
7:43
BadgersLive:
Wilson throws just his 2nd INT of the season and MSU starts at its own 25 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:43 BadgersLive
7:43
Brian Mason:
Bell makes the Badgers pay for the pick with a big run on first down ... in UW territory now
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:43 Brian Mason
7:43
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
:( uh oh
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:43 Steve
7:43
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Now let them make something of it.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:43 Badger Rose
7:43
BadgersLive:
1/10, MSU at own 25: Toss right to Bell into UW territory for 32 yards [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:43 BadgersLive
7:44
BadgerFootball:
Wisconsin #Badgers 14, Michigan State #Spartans 0 -- End of 1st Quarter [via Twitter]
Good stat for UW, MSU is allowing only 67 rushing yards per game. Badgers had 84 in the 1st quarter
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:45 Karl Anderson
7:46
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Picked a good time for a quarter change....
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:46 Jim
7:47
Brian Mason:
Exactly. A little something to sap some of the energy out of here
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:47 Brian Mason
7:47
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
C'mon defense, let's stand up and knock them back
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:47 Steve
7:47
[Comment From TysonTyson: ]
At least they're making it interesting. Having said that, I'm now good on interesting.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:47 Tyson
7:48
[Comment From KurtKurt: ]
Me, too, Tyson.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:48 Kurt
7:48
Brian Mason:
And here we go...
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:48 Brian Mason
7:48
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at UW 43: Toss left to Bell to the UW 39, gain of 4
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:48 Karl Anderson
7:48
Brian Mason:
Claxton had a shot at Bell but got blocked out of his lane at the last second. The good block bought the Spartans a couple extra yards.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:48 Brian Mason
7:48
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
how about Russell playing defense after the int? that was a good catch by the ESPN ppl
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:48 Steve
7:49
Karl Anderson:
Lots of love from Brent and Kirk for Wilson hustling down on that INT to make the tackle
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:49 Karl Anderson
7:49
Karl Anderson:
2/6, UW 39: great coverage downfield as Cromartie turns head around just in time to break up the pass near the 5 yard line
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:49 Karl Anderson
7:49
Brian Mason:
Nice job by Cromartie of breaking up the deep ball at the goal line. Good pressure in Cousins' face, too. Badgers have largely played the pass well tonight
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:49 Brian Mason
7:49
[Comment From m!tchm!tch: ]
good defense by cromartie
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:49 m!tch
7:50
Karl Anderson:
3/6, UW 39: MSU tries the screen but Cousins' pass incomplete
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:50 Karl Anderson
7:50
Brian Mason:
Two blitzers up the A-gap? That looks like a play right out of the Michigan State defensive playbook. The taste of their own medicine forces the Spartans to punt
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:50 Brian Mason
7:50
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
nice stop. needed that.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:50 Craig
7:50
Karl Anderson:
4/6, UW 39: Punt bounces out of bounds at the UW 5
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:50 Karl Anderson
7:50
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
NC State fan saying go Badgers!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:50 Guest
7:51
[Comment From M & MTimM & MTim: ]
We need to keep the pressure on Cousins.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:51 M & MTim
7:51
[Comment From KurtKurt: ]
OMG -- a Tony Mandarich mention by Lucas and Lepay
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:51 Kurt
7:51
Brian Mason:
Sounds like Lucas...
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:51 Brian Mason
7:51
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
let's get a dose of Montee Ball and hammer 'em
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:51 Steve
7:51
BadgersLive:
#Badgers force another MSU punt, UW to take over at own 5 after TV timeout [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:51 BadgersLive
7:53
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Problems with visuals on the ESPN stream again. Relying on Brian, Karl, Matt & Mike.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:53 Badger Rose
7:53
Brian Mason:
Now that's the A Team.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:53 Brian Mason
7:53
[Comment From TomTom: ]
if we get to 21-0 is it over?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:53 Tom
7:53
Brian Mason:
No way. Not here.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:53 Brian Mason
7:53
Brian Mason:
(But it would be nice...)
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:53 Brian Mason
7:53
[Comment From JimJim: ]
So far, they havent had an answer for White of Ball. But, then again, no one has.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:53 Jim
7:53
[Comment From Loyal TomLoyal Tom: ]
Russell needs to lead them on a 95 yd drive. Doesn't matter if it is with running or passing!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:53 Loyal Tom
7:54
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW at own 5: Worthy makes the stop in the backfield for a loss for 3
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:54 Karl Anderson
7:54
Brian Mason:
Wow. Big-time pressure in the backfield sends Ball backwards
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:54 Brian Mason
7:54
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
thank god for forward progress
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:54 Steve
7:54
Karl Anderson:
2/13, UW 2: Pressure and Wilson throws it away
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:54 Karl Anderson
7:54
Karl Anderson:
now a flag
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:54 Karl Anderson
7:55
Karl Anderson:
Intentional grounding called on Wilson, a safety for MSU
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:55 Karl Anderson
7:55
Brian Mason:
A wise throw-away for Wilson ... but his hit with an intentional grounding flag. Ugh.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:55 Brian Mason
7:56
BadgersLive:
Wilson called for intentional grounding in the end zone, UW leads 14-2 with 13:10 left in 2nd quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:56 BadgersLive
7:56
BadgerFootball:
#Spartans score on a safety -- Wisconsin 14, Michigan State 2 -- 13:10 2nd Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:56 BadgerFootball
7:56
[Comment From KurtKurt: ]
I don't care -- I still like the call, even though it was unsuccessful. Looks like the DT jumped on first down, too.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:56 Kurt
7:56
Karl Anderson:
Martin from the 8 runs the kick back to the MSU 28
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:56 Karl Anderson
7:57
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Time for our D to step up.
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:57 Badger Rose
7:57
Brian Mason:
Don't want Sparty to get any more momentum here. Badgers were in a tough spot and Michigan State's D did a great job. Time for UW to return the favor
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:57 Brian Mason
7:57
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
need a pick from Cousins
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:57 Craig
7:57
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 28: quick slant to Cunningham for a gain of 9
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:57 Karl Anderson
7:57
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Can't really blame Russell for that mistake tbh
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:57 Steve
7:58
BadgersLive:
2/1, MSU 37: Baker on a run right to the MSU 42 and a 1st down [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:58 BadgersLive
7:59
Brian Mason:
Spartans have the Badgers back on their heels now. How about another turnover?
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:59 Brian Mason
7:59
BadgersLive:
1/10, MSU 41: Lithicum on the receiving end of a Cousins pass and into UW territory [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 7:59 BadgersLive
8:00
BadgersLive:
1/10, MSU at UW 34: Touchdown #Spartans on a double end-around to Martin [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:00 BadgersLive
8:00
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown #Spartans. Keshawn Martin 34-yard TD run -- Wisconsin 14, Michigan State 9 -- 11:22 2nd Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:00 BadgerFootball
8:01
BadgersLive:
After the 34-yard score, #Badgers lead 14-9 with 11:22 left in 1st half [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:01 BadgersLive
8:01
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Sparty matches the versatility of Chryst's offense.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:01 Badger Rose
8:01
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
nice call. Time to answer back Badgers!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:01 Craig
8:01
[Comment From m!tchm!tch: ]
that was dirty.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:01 m!tch
8:01
Brian Mason:
Wow. Talk about a play call. That is one you either see completely blow up for a big loss or go for a huge gain.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:01 Brian Mason
8:01
[Comment From JimJim: ]
all right....the crowd is back in it now. Just how we like it i guess. Lets go get a score!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:01 Jim
8:02
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Lets answer back !
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:02 Guest
8:02
Brian Mason:
Look for the Badgers to regroup. That last possession was a tough one based on starting field position alone and MSU leveraged that with some outstanding defense.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:02 Brian Mason
8:02
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Badgers know how to take a 1st half punch & retaliate. See Nebraska film.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:02 Badger Rose
8:03
Karl Anderson:
Badgers had good penetration up the middle on the play actually, but MSU just able to break around the outside
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:03 Karl Anderson
8:03
[Comment From JimJim: ]
So far, it looks like the game turned on that pick to toon in the 1st. Its been all MSU since.............
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:03 Jim
8:03
[Comment From retired at 25retired at 25: ]
lets not have any more turnovers and let our secondary catch those mid field screens
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:03 retired at 25
8:03
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
Exactly... don't give Russell too much time to think about the prior series.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:03 Deerslyr
8:03
Brian Mason:
Nice start on the return by White. Good field position for UW.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:03 Brian Mason
8:03
Karl Anderson:
White from the 5 takes the kick out to the UW 29
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:03 Karl Anderson
8:04
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
lets shut this crowd and make them green with envy....wait
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:04 Guest
8:04
Brian Mason:
Love Wilson's field vision. He took off when he felt the blitz and then read his blocks extremely well down field.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:04 Brian Mason
8:04
BadgersLive:
1/10, UW on own 30: Wilson play-action keeper and gets about 16 yards on a run! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:04 BadgersLive
8:05
[Comment From M & MTimM & MTim: ]
nice play to start the drive
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:05 M & MTim
8:05
[Comment From JimJim: ]
we got this if we can play mistake free to the end..
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:05 Jim
8:05
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW on own 46: Ball out to the 50 for a gain of 4
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:05 Karl Anderson
8:05
Brian Mason:
Here's to that, Jim
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:05 Brian Mason
8:06
Karl Anderson:
2/6 on 50: false start on Toon
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:06 Karl Anderson
8:06
Brian Mason:
Toon flinched at the top of the formation.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:06 Brian Mason
8:06
Karl Anderson:
2/11 on UW 45 coming up
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:06 Karl Anderson
8:06
Karl Anderson:
2/11, UW 45: fake draw, Wilson stiff arms a defender and gains most of the penalty yards back
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:06 Karl Anderson
8:06
Brian Mason:
How's that for a stiff-arm?!? Wilson with the tough play on the run to the sideline
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:06 Brian Mason
8:07
BadgersLive:
3/6 on 50: Big catch by Abbrederis for a first down on an out route [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:07 BadgersLive
8:07
Brian Mason:
Nice job of coming back to the ball by Abbrederis. Denard looked ready to jump the route for what could have been a pick-six.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:07 Brian Mason
8:08
BadgersLive:
1/10, UW at MSU 43: fly sweep to Abbrederis, great block by Ewing and that's a 21-yard pickup! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:08 BadgersLive
8:08
Brian Mason:
And another great play by Abbrederis thanks to a great diving block by Ewing
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:08 Brian Mason
8:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
End around, Sparty?
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:08 Badger Rose
8:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Abby came back to the ball. Good awareness.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:08 Badger Rose
8:09
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 22: Pressure comes and Wilson scrambles forward for a yard gain
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:09 Karl Anderson
8:09
Brian Mason:
That was not a play Russell wanted to run on. Credit the MSU pass rush
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:09 Brian Mason
8:09
Karl Anderson:
2/9, MSU 21: Ball on a draw for a gain of 7 or so
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:09 Karl Anderson
8:09
Brian Mason:
Great job of opening a running lane ahead of Ball ... Makes third down manageable
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:09 Brian Mason
8:10
Brian Mason:
Ball comes off after getting shaken up on the hit ... White at tailback on third down
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:10 Brian Mason
8:10
Karl Anderson:
3/1, MSU 13: White stopped on the run for a short gain but he looks short of the 1st down
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:10 Karl Anderson
8:10
Karl Anderson:
Welch on for the FG try
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:10 Karl Anderson
8:11
BadgersLive:
Philip Welch tries a 30-yard field goal but its blocked [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:11 BadgersLive
8:11
Brian Mason:
Welch didn't stand a chance on that. The hold wasn't good and he drilled the kick straight ahead.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:11 Brian Mason
8:11
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
c'mon badgers
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:11 Guest
8:12
[Comment From SarahSarah: ]
Would it have been a good situation to fake the field goal and make Welch pass or run for the first down?
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:12 Sarah
8:12
Brian Mason:
Not at this point in the game. Go for the points that would make it an 8-point lead
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:12 Brian Mason
8:12
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
wasted drive.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:12 Craig
8:12
Brian Mason:
Hate to see a special teams breakdown like that.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:12 Brian Mason
8:13
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Nom the drive was not wasted....it took time off the clock
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:13 Guest
8:13
Brian Mason:
That's true. Best case scenario is to get a stop and get the ball back for a chance to score heading into halftime
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:13 Brian Mason
8:13
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Let's hope the badgers are more of a second half team
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:13 Guest
8:14
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Plus Sparty is starting deep in his own territory.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:14 Badger Rose
8:14
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 20: inside handoff to Bell to MSU 24
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:14 Karl Anderson
8:14
[Comment From Stephen WatsonStephen Watson: ]
Howdy to Brian and Karl from North Dakota. Why do the Badgers always keep the Spartans in the game in East Lansing? It seems like they always get out to a lead and let them creep back in. Its going to be a game of momentum swings, and even though the Badgers lead, MSU's momentum terrifies me
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:14 Stephen Watson
8:14
Brian Mason:
This has not been a happy place for Bucky in UW's last three visits. Things never seem to go quite right...
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:14 Brian Mason
8:15
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Whats going on on the sideline with Ball?
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:15 Guest
8:15
Brian Mason:
He's being looked at by the training staff. No word on any injury.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:15 Brian Mason
8:15
Karl Anderson:
2/6 on MSU 24: Toss right and Fenelus is there to make it just a 1-yard gain
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:15 Karl Anderson
8:15
Brian Mason:
Again, nice D from the Badgers on the edge
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:15 Brian Mason
8:16
BadgersLive:
3/4 on MSU 26: Pass complete over the middle to Sims for a 1st down [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:16 BadgersLive
8:16
Brian Mason:
Just enough to move the sticks. Nice pass from Cousins and good coverage by Borland
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:16 Brian Mason
8:16
Brian Mason:
Credit the Spartans for protecting Cousins on this drive. They've done more than enough to contain UW's pass rush. Time for a blitz?
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:16 Brian Mason
8:16
BadgersLive:
1/10, MSU 33: Cousins deep pass to Linthicum and Spartans into UW territory to the 44 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:16 BadgersLive
8:16
[Comment From Chicago Bucky!Chicago Bucky!: ]
Need a stop!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:16 Chicago Bucky!
8:17
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
c'mon ... seriously ... don't let sparty back into it
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:17 Steve
8:17
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW 43: Armstrong makes the stop on a short sweep right for MSU
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:17 Karl Anderson
8:18
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
c'mon defense
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:18 Guest
8:18
Karl Anderson:
2/5, UW 38: up the middle for about 4 yards, Taylor with the stop
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:18 Karl Anderson
8:18
Brian Mason:
Third down here....
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:18 Brian Mason
8:18
Karl Anderson:
3/1, UW 34: Sweep left but Badgers snuff it out and Fenelus with the TFL!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:18 Karl Anderson
8:18
Brian Mason:
Great job by the Badgers to contain Baker trying to get to the boundary on a toss. Nzegwu forced him outside and Fenelus made the TFL
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:18 Brian Mason
8:18
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Big stop
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:18 Guest
8:18
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
TFL!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:18 Badger Rose
8:19
Brian Mason:
Spartans go for it on 4th and 2
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:19 Brian Mason
8:19
BadgersLive:
4/2, UW 35: Touchdown Spartans. Cousins hits Cunningham on a short pass and Cunningham runs it in the rest of the way [via Twitter]
1:20 left in the 1st half, #Spartans lead the #Badgers, 16-14 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:20 BadgersLive
8:20
Brian Mason:
Still a chance to get something back here before halftime. Badgers have two of their timeouts remaining and 1:20 to work with
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:20 Brian Mason
8:21
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Our # 67 almost deflected that pass. Too bad.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:21 Badger Rose
8:22
BadgerFootball:
RT @pgabriel15: #Badgers have been unreal in 2-minute offense this year. Obviously, pressure is a bit higher tonight. 1:20 left in the half. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:22 BadgerFootball
8:23
Karl Anderson:
Abbrederis and White back for the kick, it'll be Abberderis to field it and he gets to the UW 30. Good field position to start the drive
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:23 Karl Anderson
8:23
Brian Mason:
A short kick and Abbrederis does a nice job of fighting for field position. Two-minute drill in effect here.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:23 Brian Mason
8:24
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
It doesn't help that the field is obnoxiously loud tonight
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:24 Guest
8:24
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW on own 31: Wilson looked for a dump pass but not there, takes the sack
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:24 Karl Anderson
8:24
Brian Mason:
Haven't seen that one before. Looked like Wilson had a release valve in White but he couldn't get the ball off and took the sack
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:24 Brian Mason
8:25
[Comment From MiddletonMiddleton: ]
what's the word on Montee?
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:25 Middleton
8:25
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
will we see more of Montee Ball tonight ?
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:25 Guest
8:25
Brian Mason:
No word on Ball yet. I'll get you something as soon as I know it.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:25 Brian Mason
8:25
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
we need a good halftime speech >.>
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:25 Steve
8:25
[Comment From M & MTimM & MTim: ]
Bucky's been scrambling since the interception.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:25 M & MTim
8:26
Karl Anderson:
2/20, UW 21: handoff to White and short gain, MSU timeout
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:26 Karl Anderson
8:26
Brian Mason:
Spartans burn their second timeout. Looking to get the ball back with Badgers facing a 3rd and very long
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:26 Brian Mason
8:26
Brian Mason:
Will be 3rd and 17 from the UW 24
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:26 Brian Mason
8:26
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Alan Langford, former UW cornerback & son of a preacher, is in E. Lansing watching tonight. Maybe he can fire up the Badgers in halftime.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:26 Badger Rose
8:26
Brian Mason:
We'd take the help at this point. Badgers need to get some swagger back.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:26 Brian Mason
8:26
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
just get to halftime without any more damage.....
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:26 Guest
8:27
Brian Mason:
Michigan State takes its final timeout. 47 seconds left in the half
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:27 Brian Mason
8:27
Karl Anderson:
3/17, UW 24: Screen pass to White and he picks up 11
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:27 Karl Anderson
8:27
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Ugh!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:27 Guest
8:28
Brian Mason:
Spartans are hungry to get the ball back here. Badgers will need to step it up on defense.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:28 Brian Mason
8:28
Karl Anderson:
Musberger says UW will evaluate Ball at the half
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:28 Karl Anderson
8:28
Karl Anderson:
Nortman to punt for UW
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:28 Karl Anderson
8:29
BadgersLive:
Nortman's punt is blocked and MSU recovers in the end zone for a TD [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:29 BadgersLive
8:29
Brian Mason:
Unreal. The wheels have completely come off for the Badgers here.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:29 Brian Mason
8:29
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
are you serious ....
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:29 Steve
8:29
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
thats just what I was afraid of
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:29 Guest
8:30
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown #Spartans. Benny Fowler blocked punt return -- Michigan State 23, Wisconsin 14 -- 0:37 2nd Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:30 BadgerFootball
8:30
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
From bad to worse.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:30 Badger Rose
8:30
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Our blockers..........aren't
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:30 Guest
8:30
BadgersLive:
23-14 #Spartans lead the #Badgers with 36 seconds left in 1st half after that blocked punt [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:30 BadgersLive
8:30
Brian Mason:
Special teams breakdowns are the most disheartening part of the half. A blocked field goal (on a bad snap) and a blocked punt returned for TD.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:30 Brian Mason
8:30
[Comment From MayhemMayhem: ]
this is getting outta hand...
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:30 Mayhem
8:31
Brian Mason:
To be fair, the Badgers are still down just 9 points...
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:31 Brian Mason
8:31
[Comment From MayhemMayhem: ]
miscues are breaking us down...
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:31 Mayhem
8:31
Brian Mason:
32 seconds left in the half as UW takes over
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:31 Brian Mason
8:31
Karl Anderson:
Abbrederis returns the kick to the UW 27
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:31 Karl Anderson
8:32
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW 27: Sweep right and that's a loss of 2 for White
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:32 Karl Anderson
8:32
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Waaay too many mistakes to win this so far.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:32 Jim
8:33
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ]
Some serious refocus needed. Bucky has the skill and talent to turn it around. Time for Bucky to simply breathe hard, rethink and simply do it. Worried? yes? Given up? hell no!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:33 DrMJG
8:33
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Remember, folks, we were down more than this to Nebraska.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:33 Badger Rose
8:33
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
We need the Line and Russell to step it up in the 2nd half
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:33 Guest
8:33
Karl Anderson:
Bret tells Erin Andrews that Ball is "good to go"
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:33 Karl Anderson
8:33
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Montee is good to go -Bret
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:33 Guest
8:34
[Comment From CraigCraig: ]
can you believe that! No blocking, slow to punt. Special teams killing us.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:34 Craig
8:35
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Time for an Attitude check !
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:35 Guest
8:35
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
Let's put it behind us and stop them at the next half
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:35 Steve
8:35
BadgersLive:
Halftime and #Wisconsin trails, 23-14 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:35 BadgersLive
8:36
Brian Mason:
It ain't over, folks. You couldn't have predicted a chain of events to go that poorly for the Badgers. Have to think they will regroup and rally out of the locker room.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:36 Brian Mason
8:36
RussellManiaXVI:
First half #RussellWilson stats - 6-of-7, 76 yards 1 TD, 1 INT. Five rushes for 10 yards. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:36 RussellManiaXVI
8:38
Brian Mason:
OK ... going to step away and regroup myself. Be back in a few minutes to look at halftime stats and take you into the 3rd quarter
What was the score at halftime last year against the Spartans?
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:50 Brazilian Badger
8:50
Brian Mason:
Michigan State led, 20-10, at the half last year
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:50 Brian Mason
8:50
[Comment From KurtKurt: ]
rock on, Bucky -- still looking for 1-0 today.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:50 Kurt
8:50
[Comment From sir michaelssir michaels: ]
Lets come out strong in 2nd half and not make any more mistakes
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:50 sir michaels
8:50
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Game is long from over but that 1st quarter interception is looming large right now.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:50 Jim
8:51
Brian Mason:
Press box update: Eating a halftime brat, looking for a little Wisconsin mojo. (event though it's not as good as the ones back home...)
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:51 Brian Mason
8:52
[Comment From KentKent: ]
Will MSU be starting with the ball?
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:52 Kent
8:52
Brian Mason:
Yep. Spartans get the ball to start the second half.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:52 Brian Mason
8:54
Brian Mason:
Set to go here ... Lerner will kick off for UW
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:54 Brian Mason
8:54
[Comment From KurtKurt: ]
Love what Herbstreit just said... Bucky needs to get back into "attack mode."
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:54 Kurt
8:55
Karl Anderson:
Lerner kicks off and MSU returns to the 22
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:55 Karl Anderson
8:55
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
The defense needs to get a stop quick here
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:55 Erik
8:55
Brian Mason:
I second that...
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:55 Brian Mason
8:55
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 28: Baker up the middle to the 35
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:55 Karl Anderson
8:56
Karl Anderson:
Southward shaken up on the play
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:56 Karl Anderson
8:56
Brian Mason:
Tonight's attendance: 76,405
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:56 Brian Mason
8:57
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
let's get a stop >.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:57 Steve
8:57
Karl Anderson:
2/3, MSU 35: Borland meets Baker right at the line of scrimmage for no gain
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:57 Karl Anderson
8:57
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Third down. It is the defense's time to step up!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:57 Erik
8:58
BadgersLive:
3/3, MSU 35: swing pass and MSU picks up the first down [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:58 BadgersLive
8:58
Brian Mason:
Cromartie was on the spot, just not soon enough. Spartans move the chains.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:58 Brian Mason
8:59
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 41: Butrym and Claxton fly through the line and that's a loss of 2!
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:59 Karl Anderson
8:59
Brian Mason:
Badgers blew that one up. Sniffed out the Baker run from the snap and dropped him for a loss with pressure from Butrym and Claxton.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:59 Brian Mason
8:59
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Great stop there.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:59 Erik
8:59
Karl Anderson:
2/12 on MSU 39: Bell takes a direct snap and gains 7
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:59 Karl Anderson
8:59
Brian Mason:
... and another chance for a third-down stop. C'mon D.
Saturday October 22, 2011 8:59 Brian Mason
9:00
Karl Anderson:
3/6, MSU 45: Pressure comes from Taylor and Cousins throws it out of bounds!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:00 Karl Anderson
9:00
Brian Mason:
Great pressure from Taylor to force the early throw. Cousins couldn't get it to Martin, who was under the coverage
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:00 Brian Mason
9:00
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I second that. C'mon D!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:00 Erik
9:00
BadgersLive:
Great start to the 2nd half for the #Badgers, forcing an MSU punt [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:00 BadgersLive
9:01
Karl Anderson:
Out of bounds at the UW 26 on the punt
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:01 Karl Anderson
9:01
Brian Mason:
A little something the Badgers' way? Punt goes out of bounds to give UW possession at its own 26
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:01 Brian Mason
9:01
Karl Anderson:
Ball back into the game for UW
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:01 Karl Anderson
9:01
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
It is time for a Heisman moment drive!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:01 Erik
9:01
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW on own 26: Play action and a 21-yard gain from Wilson to Abbrederis!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:01 Karl Anderson
9:01
Brian Mason:
Great play-action from Wilson. Everybody in green thought Ball had it around the right side. Pass was nice and open to Abbrederis
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:01 Brian Mason
9:01
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
nice play fake!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:01 Deerslyr
9:01
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
I'd settle for a few first downs before we talk about the heisman
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:01 Steve
9:02
BadgersLive:
21-yard gain from Wilson to Abbrederis, great play-action fake [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:02 BadgersLive
9:02
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW 47: fly sweep for no gain for Abbrederis
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:02 Karl Anderson
9:02
Brian Mason:
The sweep to Abbrederis doesn't go anywhere. Miss David Gilreath there...
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:02 Brian Mason
9:02
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Good point Steve
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:02 Erik
9:03
Brian Mason:
Nice run after catch by Abbrederis
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:03 Brian Mason
9:03
BadgersLive:
2/10, UW 47: Wilson looked for the shovel pass but it all works out as he hits Abbrederis for a first down [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:03 BadgersLive
9:03
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
That was a nifty play
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:03 Erik
9:03
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
there we go! keep it up
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:03 Steve
9:03
BadgersLive:
1/10, MSU 41: Wheel route to Ball out of the backfield and a 21 yard pick up! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:03 BadgersLive
9:03
Brian Mason:
Love the route, the throw and the run after catch by Ball. Great play call for UW.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:03 Brian Mason
9:04
[Comment From NickNick: ]
glad to see Ball back in
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:04 Nick
9:04
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This is the signs of life that we need!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:04 Erik
9:04
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 19: Wilson scrambles around right end and pushed out of bounds for loss of 1
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:04 Karl Anderson
9:04
Brian Mason:
Pressure limited Wilson's opportunities there. Did what he could.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:04 Brian Mason
9:04
Karl Anderson:
2/11, MSU 20: draw to Ball and he gains 4
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:04 Karl Anderson
9:05
Brian Mason:
Big 3rd down play coming here in the red zone. Go time for the Badgers
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:05 Brian Mason
9:05
[Comment From NickNick: ]
Hope Wilson can get the ball rollin for us
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:05 Nick
9:05
Karl Anderson:
3/7, MSU 16: Wilson rolls out and misses Pedersen
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:05 Karl Anderson
9:05
Brian Mason:
Wilson had Pedersen open but overthrew him short of the goal line. Tough play.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:05 Brian Mason
9:06
BadgersLive:
Welch on for a 33-yard field goal and it's good! #Badgers now down 23-17 with 8:29 to go in the 3rd [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:06 BadgersLive
9:06
BadgerFootball:
#Badgers score! Philip Welch 33-yard field goal -- Michigan State 23, Wisconsin 17 -- 8:29 3rd Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:06 BadgerFootball
9:06
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
SPECIAL TEAMS DO YOUR JOB!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:06 Steve
9:06
Brian Mason:
Done and done that time. Badgers get 3 points but Sparty has to feel like that was a win.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:06 Brian Mason
9:06
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
grr ... we've become accustomed to him making that one
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:06 Steve
9:07
Brian Mason:
Yeah, hard to believe Wilson doesn't hit Pedersen there. Still, everyone is human.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:07 Brian Mason
9:07
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Its a TD there if he could have just hit Pederson.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:07 Jim
9:07
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Now it is the defense's time to turn the momentum again!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:07 Erik
9:07
Brian Mason:
Defense will be the key down the stretch. I like the offense's ability to move the ball and get points. Just have to keep Sparty off the board. Can't get into a shootout.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:07 Brian Mason
9:08
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
outside of the 1 miscue, it was a good drive. Helps a bundle after the wheel came off the wagon in the first half
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:08 Steve
9:08
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Despite the miscues, Wilson still has great poise and a calm demeanor out there. That is such a great quality for a quarterback to have!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:08 Erik
9:08
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
This Just in Russell Wilson is..........not perfect !
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:08 Guest
9:08
Brian Mason:
I'll take not perfect when it looks like Wilson!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:08 Brian Mason
9:09
Karl Anderson:
Lerner kicks off for UW
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:09 Karl Anderson
9:09
Karl Anderson:
at the 5, Hill gets it out near the 30
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:09 Karl Anderson
9:10
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 30: Borland blitzes and sacks Cousins!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:10 Karl Anderson
9:11
Karl Anderson:
No chance for fullback to stop Borland on that play
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:11 Karl Anderson
9:11
Karl Anderson:
2/12 on MSU 28: Kohout and Borland both in the backfield for another loss of yardage
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:11 Karl Anderson
9:12
Karl Anderson:
3/15 on MSU 25: Badgers force the 3 and out as the dump off pass well short of the 1st down!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:12 Karl Anderson
9:13
BadgersLive:
#Badgers force a 3 and out and Abberderis returns the punt 8 yards to the UW 28 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:13 BadgersLive
9:14
Karl Anderson:
MSU calling for a fumble but replay seems to show pretty clearly that Abbrederis' elbow was down before ball came out
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:14 Karl Anderson
9:14
BadgerFootball:
RT @Matt_HayesSN: Whaddya know. Wisky first quarter, meet Wisky third quarter. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:14 BadgerFootball
9:15
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Come on Red.....need another drive here!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:15 Jim
9:15
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
No doubt there was no fumble on that play
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:15 Erik
9:15
[Comment From Brazilian BadgerBrazilian Badger: ]
When you have a moment, would you be able to provide a summary of the countries all of us international Badgers are logged in from?
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:15 Brazilian Badger
9:15
Brian Mason:
Rose?
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:15 Brian Mason
9:16
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
Come on Russell!!! Give us the swag.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:16 Scottie
9:16
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This is what undefeated teams must do. Face adversity and dominate it!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:16 Erik
9:16
Karl Anderson:
1/10 UW on own 28: up the middle to White for a few yards
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:16 Karl Anderson
9:17
BadgersLive:
2/6, UW 32: White up the middle for 9 yards to the UW 41 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:17 BadgersLive
9:17
Brian Mason:
Love the O-line's work so far in the half. No backfield penetration for MSU, nice running lanes for the backs.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:17 Brian Mason
9:18
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
White shows some bursts from time to time, but he still lacks that something that Ball has
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:18 Erik
9:18
BadgersLive:
1/10, UW 41: Wilson on the slant to Abbrederis to the MSU 39! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:18 BadgersLive
9:18
Karl Anderson:
Worthy now getting looked at by the MSU trainers
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:18 Karl Anderson
9:18
Brian Mason:
Hard to fault a guy for not being as "special" as Montee, because James is right on his heels
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:18 Brian Mason
9:18
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
Keep it up, Badgers. Slowly but surely.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:18 Scottie
9:19
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I agree that James White is special, but watching Ball, there is just something Ball has that is tough to define.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:19 Erik
9:19
Brian Mason:
No doubt.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:19 Brian Mason
9:19
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW on MSU 39: roll out right, throw back left and its incomplete
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:19 Karl Anderson
9:19
[Comment From JimJim: ]
When was the last time that Bucky won a night road game? Anyone know?
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:19 Jim
9:19
Brian Mason:
UW has won 14 of its last 15 night games on the road. Last one was the win over UNLV in 2010 season-opener
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:19 Brian Mason
9:19
Karl Anderson:
tough break, Pedersen was wide open on that play
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:19 Karl Anderson
9:20
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I wonder if Wilson lost him when he fell down on that play.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:20 Erik
9:20
[Comment From blue 27 z wide rightblue 27 z wide right: ]
Pederson was wide open !
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:20 blue 27 z wide right
9:20
Karl Anderson:
2/10, UW on MSU 39: White up for a gain of 3 to the MSU 36
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:20 Karl Anderson
9:20
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
Is Toon on the game?
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:20 Scottie
9:20
Brian Mason:
In the slot here on 3rd and 7
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:20 Brian Mason
9:21
Karl Anderson:
3/7, MSU 36: Wilson srcrambles left but fumbles out of bounds
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:21 Karl Anderson
9:21
Brian Mason:
Wilson scrambled and fumbled as he tried to tuck the ball after looking down field
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:21 Brian Mason
9:22
BadgersLive:
Nortman on to punt for #Badgers and it lands in the end zone for a touchback [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:22 BadgersLive
9:22
Brian Mason:
Great kick from Nortman, he killed it at the 2 but the Badgers came up just short of downing it there.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:22 Brian Mason
9:22
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
We needed to go in for the kill there.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:22 Erik
9:22
[Comment From MN BuckyMN Bucky: ]
Two plays wide one guy, missed em
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:22 MN Bucky
9:22
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Defense, you are up again! Get the job done!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:22 Erik
9:24
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Man, Badgers look like a completely different offense with Ball in there.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:24 Jim
9:24
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
Go D!!! Go B!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:24 Scottie
9:24
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 20: dump off and Bell gains 5
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:24 Karl Anderson
9:24
Brian Mason:
Taylor does a great job of keeping the man in front of him, drives Bell out of bounds to limit the damage
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:24 Brian Mason
9:25
Karl Anderson:
2/4, MSU 26: quick throw to Martin but he slips and that'll cost the Spartans a couple yards
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:25 Karl Anderson
9:25
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Give a lot of credit the defense here, but it is a lot easier for the D to play with enthusiasm if the offense puts some points up for them.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:25 Erik
9:25
Brian Mason:
Martin must have been intimidated by Aaron Henry's coverage. Falls down after making the catch.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:25 Brian Mason
9:26
BadgersLive:
3/5 on MSU 25: Cousins finds Cunningham for a big gain to the MSU 40 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:26 BadgersLive
9:26
Brian Mason:
Badgers were chasing the route and Cunningham made the catch easily. Tough one to swallow on 3rd down.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:26 Brian Mason
9:26
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Why do we keep losing Cunningham on these crucial downs? He is clearly the guy Cousins wants to go to
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:26 Erik
9:26
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU 45: Gain of 8 to Cunningham on a quick throw in the flats
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:26 Karl Anderson
9:27
BadgersLive:
2/2 on UW 47: Bell up the middle to the UW 40 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:27 BadgersLive
9:28
Karl Anderson:
1/10 on UW 40: sweep right and Bell out of bounds after gain of 7 or 8
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:28 Karl Anderson
9:28
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Come on defense!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:28 Erik
9:28
Brian Mason:
He slipped Borland's pursuit, which isn't an easy thing to do. Badgers can't keep giving Sparty 2nd and short. Too easy to convert.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:28 Brian Mason
9:28
BadgerFootball:
Michigan State #Spartans 23, Wisconsin #Badgers 17 -- End of 3rd Quarter [via Twitter]
Get out your seats and Jump Around!!! Come on guys!!! Let's go Red!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:32 Erik
9:32
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
it's our own fault for letting msu back in the game by not playing football in the 2nd quarter
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:32 Steve
9:33
BadgersLive:
2/2, MSU at UW 32: Bell spins ahead for gain of 6 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:33 BadgersLive
9:33
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at UW 26: Toss left and Henry cuts down Bell for a short gain
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:33 Karl Anderson
9:33
Brian Mason:
Haven't seen that big set out of the Spartans much tonight. Lots of blockers out ahead of Bell and Henry makes the stop.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:33 Brian Mason
9:33
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Defense is starting to look tired.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:33 Guest
9:34
Karl Anderson:
2/5, UW 21: Bell again to the left, looks like he got 2 or so
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:34 Karl Anderson
9:35
BadgersLive:
3/4, UW 20: First down pass from Cousins to Sims just past the 1st down marker [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:35 BadgersLive
9:35
Brian Mason:
Spartans just keep moving the ball. Yikes.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:35 Brian Mason
9:35
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This game may be over unless we get a turnover
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:35 Erik
9:35
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
1. We are letting them get into a position to score here. 2. They are running a ton of clock here. 3. We are looking tired. Not a good mix
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:35 Erik
9:36
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW 15: Pitch right and Henry is there to trip him up for a loss of 3!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:36 Karl Anderson
9:36
Karl Anderson:
2/13, UW 17: Claxton and Butrym there to stop Bell for a short gain
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:36 Karl Anderson
9:36
[Comment From swflawiskyswflawisky: ]
Any idea why the Badgers are playing at MSU in consecutive years?
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:36 swflawisky
9:36
Brian Mason:
One of the quirks of adjusting the schedule to the divisional setup that came with adding a 12th team to the league. Bascially, the old schedule model was traded in for a new one and this is how it worked out.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:36 Brian Mason
9:36
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Stand stout D! Stand stout!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:36 Erik
9:36
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
TFL. Need to prevent a score or get a turnover.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:36 Badger Rose
9:37
BadgersLive:
3/11, UW 16: Touchdown Spartans. Martin sat down in middle of the field, caught pass and ran all the way to the right sidelines and scored [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:37 BadgersLive
9:38
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Are you serious!? How did we let that happen?
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:38 Erik
9:38
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Missed tackle.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:38 Badger Rose
9:38
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
....... what the heck was that ...
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:38 Steve
9:38
Karl Anderson:
Spartans going for 2
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:38 Karl Anderson
9:38
BadgersLive:
Fade pass in the corner and Cunningham has the 2-point grab [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:38 BadgersLive
9:38
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown #Spartans. Keshawn Martin 11-yard TD pass from Kirk Cousins -- Michigan State 31, Wisconsin 17 -- 10:58 4th Quarter [via Twitter]
RT @msternberg76: WILSON PASS FAKE. WOW. #badgers still alive with 8:10 left [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:55 BadgerFootball
9:56
BadgersLive:
22-yard TD run for Wilson and its now 31-24 #Spartans over #Badgers with 8:10 to play [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:56 BadgersLive
9:56
[Comment From Chris in MDChris in MD: ]
faked the safety out of his socks.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:56 Chris in MD
9:56
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Russelllllllllll WILLLLLLLLSON !
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:56 Guest
9:56
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Now that was the quick score we all talked about!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:56 Badger Rose
9:56
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
TOUCHDOWN!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:56 ONWISCONSIN!
9:56
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
GO BADGERS!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:56 Guest
9:56
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Great run. Maybe the rest of the team will notice that and step up! GREAT PLAY BY WILSON!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:56 Erik
9:57
Brian Mason:
Well ... we'll take that, huh? Thanks to the return by Abbrederis and some shifty footwork by Wilson, the Badgers are back in this thing.
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:57 Brian Mason
9:57
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Keep it alive Badgers!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:57 Guest
9:57
RussellManiaXVI:
#RussellWilson trying to bring the #Badgers back. Cuts the deficit to 7 points with a 22-yard TD run. 8:10 left in the game [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:57 RussellManiaXVI
9:57
[Comment From NickNick: ]
Can we jump around now?
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:57 Nick
9:57
Brian Mason:
Not going there yet, Nick...
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:57 Brian Mason
9:57
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
How about we get that turnover we all wanted earlier right now!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:57 Erik
9:57
[Comment From SethSeth: ]
You should hear the announcers on the Spartans network! They are crying now!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:57 Seth
9:58
BadgerFootball:
RT @CollegeGameDay: Not so fast MSU! Russell Wilson's 22-yard TD scamper cuts the #Spartans lead down to 7. Isn't over yet for the #Badgers. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:58 BadgerFootball
9:58
[Comment From NickNick: ]
tried....
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:58 Nick
9:58
Brian Mason:
Hey, I want to get on board. Just need 7 more points first...
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:58 Brian Mason
9:58
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This is where championship seasons are made!
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:58 Erik
9:59
Karl Anderson:
Lerner to kick off for UW, Hill at the 12 and Armstrong makes the stop at the 25
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:59 Karl Anderson
9:59
Karl Anderson:
15-yard penalty on Ewing for a late hit
Saturday October 22, 2011 9:59 Karl Anderson
10:00
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
We are going to get a personal foul due to an early whistle. That is ridiculous
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:00 Erik
10:00
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ]
Let's go Bucky, BIG stop needed
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:00 DrMJG
10:00
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 41: Fenelus breaks up the pass, nearly picked
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:00 Karl Anderson
10:00
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Fenelus nearly came up with it!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:00 Erik
10:00
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
we needed that pick
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:00 Steve
10:00
[Comment From NickNick: ]
almost picked
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:00 Nick
10:00
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
That would have been huge!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:00 Erik
10:01
Karl Anderson:
2/10, MSU 41: Draw to Bell and Hemer with the stop after gain of 2
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 Karl Anderson
10:01
Brian Mason:
Third and long. Badgers need to get MSU off the field. Something that's been a problem the last two years in this stadium.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 Brian Mason
10:01
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
Let's get this stop!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 ONWISCONSIN!
10:01
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
3RD DOWN!!!!! LETS GO DEFENSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 Erik
10:01
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Steady diet of fingernails...
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 Badger Rose
10:01
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
amen to that badger rose
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 Steve
10:01
Karl Anderson:
3/8, MSU 43: Pass batted down!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 Karl Anderson
10:01
Brian Mason:
There's your stop!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 Brian Mason
10:01
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
GOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:01 Steve
10:02
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Well done, defense!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:02 Badger Rose
10:02
[Comment From LauraLaura: ]
YESSSSS!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:02 Laura
10:02
Karl Anderson:
Nzegwu double-teamed but got his left hand up to knock it down!
#Badgers force another 3 and out and Abbrederis fields it at own 24 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:02 BadgersLive
10:03
[Comment From NickNick: ]
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:03 Nick
10:03
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
NO
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:03 Steve
10:03
BadgersLive:
1/10, UW at own 25: Wilson throws deep for Pedersen but overthrown and its intercepted [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:03 BadgersLive
10:03
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:03 ONWISCONSIN!
10:04
Brian Mason:
Defense has to do it again.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:04 Brian Mason
10:04
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ok defense. Stop them again!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:04 Erik
10:04
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 39: Bell up the middle for 4 or 5
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:04 Karl Anderson
10:04
[Comment From NickNick: ]
yeah Brian agree
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:04 Nick
10:04
[Comment From LauraLaura: ]
come on!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:04 Laura
10:05
Karl Anderson:
2/7, MSU at own 42: Bell off right guard and he gets 4
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:05 Karl Anderson
10:05
Brian Mason:
Badgers make the stop on Bell. Now they need one more. Another third down ... Sparty is 5-for-12 so far tonight
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:05 Brian Mason
10:05
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
3rd DOWN! LETS DO THIS THING!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:05 ONWISCONSIN!
10:05
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
We believe! We believe! We believe!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:05 Erik
10:05
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
We need a quick turnover.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:05 Badger Rose
10:05
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Not what we wanted, but you cant hang your head yet. Keep at it Badgers!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:05 Erik
10:05
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
COME ON DEFENSE!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:05 ONWISCONSIN!
10:05
Karl Anderson:
3/3, MSU at own 46: Sack Hemer!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:05 Karl Anderson
10:06
BadgersLive:
Huge sack by Hemer and #Badgers force another 3 and out! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 BadgersLive
10:06
Brian Mason:
Brendan Kelly and Ethan Hemer everyone! Huge stup.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 Brian Mason
10:06
Brian Mason:
*stop
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 Brian Mason
10:06
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
SACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 ONWISCONSIN!
10:06
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Great sack!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 Erik
10:06
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Another great defensive stop!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 Badger Rose
10:06
[Comment From ElvisElvis: ]
It's now or never......
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 Elvis
10:06
[Comment From MN BuckyMN Bucky: ]
How much time left?
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 MN Bucky
10:06
Brian Mason:
4:28 remaining
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 Brian Mason
10:06
BadgersLive:
Punt rolls down to the UW 13-yard line [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 BadgersLive
10:06
[Comment From LauraLaura: ]
ok boys, lets make use of this one!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:06 Laura
10:07
Brian Mason:
A long field for UW but plenty of time to get there
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:07 Brian Mason
10:07
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
We don't have time for another defensive stop. This is the offensive's game to win or lose. And they will win!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:07 Erik
10:07
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
Play it clean and efficient!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:07 Deerslyr
10:07
BadgersLive:
1/10, UW on own 13: Ball gains 11 on the run to the UW 24! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:07 BadgersLive
10:07
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Points this time!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:07 Badger Rose
10:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Montee is determined!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:08 Badger Rose
10:08
[Comment From JimJim: ]
Ball time!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:08 Jim
10:08
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
come on badgers time to play
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:08 Guest
10:08
BadgersLive:
1/10, UW on own 24: another huge run from Ball, this time for 14 yards! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:08 BadgersLive
10:08
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
On Wisconsin! On Wisconsin! March right through that line!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:08 Erik
10:08
Karl Anderson:
1/10, UW on own 37: fly sweep to Abbrederis for 3 yards
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:08 Karl Anderson
10:08
Brian Mason:
Ball has been big today. 117 yards on 17 carries ... a 6.9-yard average
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:08 Brian Mason
10:08
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Ball is putting this game on his shoulders right now! Keep it moving boys!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:08 Erik
10:09
Karl Anderson:
2/7, UW on own 40: Ball stopped in the backfield for a loss
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:09 Karl Anderson
10:09
Brian Mason:
Ball didn't have anywhere to go that time. Wrapped up for a loss and the Badgers have a big third down again.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:09 Brian Mason
10:09
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
It is time to throw a few passes
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:09 Erik
10:10
BadgersLive:
3/9 on UW 38: Great presence from Wilson as he waits and finds Ewing for a big 15-yard gain! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 BadgersLive
10:10
Brian Mason:
Great downfield coverage by the Spartans. Wilson had just enough time to find Ewing past the first down marker. Whew.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Brian Mason
10:10
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
FIRST DOWN!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 ONWISCONSIN!
10:10
[Comment From NickNick: ]
there we go
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Nick
10:10
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This is what Wilson came here for! The big moment!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Erik
10:10
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
it's 4 down territory anyway at this point
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Steve
10:10
Karl Anderson:
Flag on the play
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Karl Anderson
10:10
[Comment From NickNick: ]
Ugh not what we needed
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Nick
10:10
Karl Anderson:
Wagner called for holding on Wilson's scramble
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Karl Anderson
10:10
Brian Mason:
Badgers making it interesting. 2:00 to play
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Brian Mason
10:10
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
we have 3 timeouts ... we're fine with time
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:10 Steve
10:11
BadgersLive:
1/20 on UW 43: huge completion to Toon! all the way to the MSU 15! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:11 BadgersLive
10:11
Karl Anderson:
42-yard gain!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:11 Karl Anderson
10:11
Brian Mason:
Gotta tip your hat to MSU's secondary. Great pass coverage in the second half. Wilson's protection bought him enough time to wait for Toon to get loose, though
Extra point is good and we're tied 31-31 with 1:26 to play! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:15 BadgersLive
10:15
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
WWowwwww!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:15 Scottie
10:15
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
Got time for Sparty to fumble...
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:15 Scottie
10:15
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
DEFENSE YOU HAVE COME UP BIG LATELY!!! ONE MORE TIME DEFENSE!!! ONE MORE TIME!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:15 Erik
10:16
BadgerFootball:
All tied up. 1:26 to play. #Badgers need another defensive stand. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:16 BadgerFootball
10:16
Karl Anderson:
Lerner to kick off, Hill at the 1 out to the 23
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:16 Karl Anderson
10:16
BadgerFootball:
RT @Travis_Burton: Never give up! It is a brand new game ladies and gentlemen. Come on #Badgers D make another big time stand! #OnWisconsin! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:16 BadgerFootball
10:17
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Lots of time for Sparty.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Badger Rose
10:17
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
One more time, big D!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Scottie
10:17
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
I'm onto the 2nd knucle.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Badger Rose
10:17
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 22: Screen out to Bell for a short pickup
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Karl Anderson
10:17
Brian Mason:
You and me both!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Brian Mason
10:17
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Great teams find the strength within to stop the other team here!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Erik
10:17
Brian Mason:
1:10 to play
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Brian Mason
10:17
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
Got time?
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Scottie
10:17
[Comment From NickNick: ]
nails gone...moving into not having hair
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Nick
10:17
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
As Uecker would say, where boys become men, and men become champions.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Badger Rose
10:17
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
Stop them Badgers!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Scottie
10:17
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
3RD DOWN!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Erik
10:17
Karl Anderson:
2/7, MSU at own 25: Pass incomplete by Cousins
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:17 Karl Anderson
10:18
Brian Mason:
Cousins again. Just enough to move the sticks. Grr.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:18 Brian Mason
10:18
BadgersLive:
3/7, MSU at own 25: complete to Bell for a first down to the 32 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:18 BadgersLive
10:18
Brian Mason:
Ball is out!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:18 Brian Mason
10:18
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
... c'mon D get hhim
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:18 Steve
10:18
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Need a stop.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:18 Badger Rose
10:18
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
Dang it. Ok well it is time to stop them again!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:18 Erik
10:19
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU at own 34: Cousins sacked and fumbled but MSU recovers
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:19 Karl Anderson
10:19
Karl Anderson:
Kelly punched it out but an MSU lineman fell on the loose ball
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:19 Karl Anderson
10:19
Brian Mason:
Spartans managed to hang on after a couple of bounces. Great strip by Kelly on the sack.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:19 Brian Mason
10:19
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
owww!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:19 Scottie
10:19
[Comment From DeerslyrDeerslyr: ]
what an exciting fumble
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:19 Deerslyr
10:19
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
FUMBLEE!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:19 Steve
10:19
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
That would have been amazing!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:19 Erik
10:20
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
ALRIGHT THEY ARE BACKED UP DEEP!!! WE CAN GET THE STOP!!! WE CAN DO THIS!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:20 Erik
10:20
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
All the way back to the 20. This keeps them out of scoring range.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:20 Badger Rose
10:20
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
DEFENSE!!! DEFENSE!!! DEFENSE!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:20 Erik
10:20
Karl Anderson:
2/21 on MSU 24: Pass to Cunningham to 36
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:20 Karl Anderson
10:20
Brian Mason:
Thank you, Chris Borland. The man in the middle makes the key stop.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:20 Brian Mason
10:20
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
We can do this...... We believe.....
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:20 Scottie
10:21
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
COME ON EVERYBODY! ... WE BELIEVE! WE BELIEVE! WE BELIEVE! WE BELIEVE!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:21 Erik
10:21
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
3RD DOWN TIME!!!! ITS THE TIME THAT THE BADGERS SHOW THE SPARTANS WHO IS UNDEFEATED AND WHY!!!!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:21 Erik
10:21
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
GOTTA BELIEVE!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:21 ONWISCONSIN!
10:21
Brian Mason:
I think we've set a blog record for most sentences in all caps tonight.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:21 Brian Mason
10:22
Brian Mason:
Great call. The shovel pass to Martin converts the first down.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:22 Brian Mason
10:22
BadgersLive:
3/8, MSU at own 36: shovel pass and MSU has the first down [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:22 BadgersLive
10:22
Karl Anderson:
1/10, MSU on own 47: Bell catches for 9 yards
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:22 Karl Anderson
10:22
Brian Mason:
10 seconds left, folks. 2nd and 1 for Sparty at the UW 44.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:22 Brian Mason
10:22
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
one more big D
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:22 Scottie
10:22
[Comment From HeleneHelene: ]
COME ON DEFENSE
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:22 Helene
10:23
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
WE BELIEVE! WE BELIEVE! WE BELIEVE!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:23 Erik
10:23
[Comment From russellnrusselln: ]
COME ON BUCKY!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:23 russelln
10:23
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
This may come down to a long field goal here
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:23 Erik
10:23
[Comment From yutyut: ]
how many timeouts left for msu
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:23 yut
10:23
Brian Mason:
1 left for both teams
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:23 Brian Mason
10:23
[Comment From ONWISCONSIN!ONWISCONSIN!: ]
GO BUCKY!!!!! WE BELIEVE!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:23 ONWISCONSIN!
10:23
[Comment From NickNick: ]
LETS GOOOOO DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:23 Nick
10:24
Brian Mason:
Aaron Henry! Huge play! Makes the stop with 4 seconds left!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:24 Brian Mason
10:24
Karl Anderson:
2/1, MSU at UW 44: incomplete pass, great coverage from Henry on Linthicum
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:24 Karl Anderson
10:24
[Comment From NickNick: ]
knuckle biting
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:24 Nick
10:24
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
ONE HAIL MARY PASS FROM OVERTIME!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:24 Erik
10:24
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Aaron! Veteran steps up!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:24 Badger Rose
10:24
Karl Anderson:
3/1 on UW 44: 4 seconds left
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:24 Karl Anderson
10:24
Brian Mason:
Here we go...
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:24 Brian Mason
10:24
Brian Mason:
And the Badgers take their final timeout
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:24 Brian Mason
10:25
BadgersLive:
Timeout #Badgers, MSU has the ball at the UW 44 with 4 seconds left to play [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:25 BadgersLive
10:25
BadgerFootball:
4 seconds left. One shot for #Spartans in a tie game. Time for another stop by the #Badgers' defense. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:25 BadgerFootball
10:26
Karl Anderson:
3/1, MSU at UW 44: holy cow, tipped ball caught at the 1 yard line by MSU
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:26 Karl Anderson
10:27
Brian Mason:
It absolutely doesn't get any closer than that.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:27 Brian Mason
10:27
Karl Anderson:
play under review
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:27 Karl Anderson
10:27
Brian Mason:
Abbrederis made the tip at the goal line and Taylor made the tackle for UW. We'll see if they rule he crossed the goal line on the catch.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:27 Brian Mason
10:27
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I hate to say this but I think he broke the plane
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:27 Erik
10:27
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I really really hate to say it but I think he made it
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:27 Erik
10:27
Karl Anderson:
interesting on the replay, camera truck shaking so much that it blurs the play at the goal line
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:27 Karl Anderson
10:28
[Comment From yutyut: ]
did it look like he made it?
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:28 yut
10:28
Brian Mason:
It looks like it. But is it indisputable?
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:28 Brian Mason
10:28
[Comment From russellnrusselln: ]
has to be indesputable... i dont think it is... not a good enough angle.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:28 russelln
10:28
[Comment From SteveSteve: ]
it has to be indisputable ... BELIEVE!
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:28 Steve
10:28
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
This would be a heartbreaker.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:28 Badger Rose
10:28
BadgerFootball:
RT @CollegeGameDay: Did the ball cross the goaline???? [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:28 BadgerFootball
10:28
Karl Anderson:
Touchdown Spartans
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:28 Karl Anderson
10:29
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown #Spartans. Keith Nichol 44-yard TD pass from Kirk Cousins -- Michigan State 37, Wisconsin 31 -- 0:00 4th Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:29 BadgerFootball
10:29
BadgerFootball:
Final -- Michigan State #Spartans 37, Wisconsin #Badgers 31 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:29 BadgerFootball
10:29
BadgersLive:
Hail Mary pass and Keith Nichol comes up with it, down at the 1 but play overturned and ruled a TD, Spartans win 37-31 [via Twitter]
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:29 BadgersLive
10:29
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ]
That's a heartbreaker..
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:29 Scottie
10:30
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
what a sad way for the game to end........
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:30 Guest
10:30
[Comment From LauraLaura: ]
Ouch! That hurts
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:30 Laura
10:30
Brian Mason:
Wow. Hate to leave you this way, but that's the final from East Lansing.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:30 Brian Mason
10:30
[Comment From ErikErik: ]
I support instant replay, but I hate when it single handedly decides the game
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:30 Erik
10:30
[Comment From BarbBarb: ]
Very heartbreaking...
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:30 Barb
10:31
Brian Mason:
Well, thanks to everyone for following along. It was a fantastic game, I just wish we could have brought you a better result.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:31 Brian Mason
10:31
Brian Mason:
We'll be back to bring you all the action next Saturday from Columbus as the Badgers look to bounce back at Ohio State.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:31 Brian Mason
10:32
Brian Mason:
A valiant comeback, an unbelievable ending. Unfortunately, it doesn't go the Badgers' way.
Saturday October 22, 2011 10:32 Brian Mason
10:32
Brian Mason:
Thanks again to everyone for following along. Talk to you next week.
By Ross LaDue on October 22, 2011 3:29 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 6-3 win over No. 5/6 Minnesota Duluth in Duluth, Minn. on Oct. 22, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
By Ross LaDue on October 21, 2011 3:23 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 4-3 win over No. 5/6 Minnesota Duluth in Duluth, Minn. on Oct. 21, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
The official 12-man USA Basketball Men's Pan American Games Team was announced this week and former Badgers Brian Butch and Greg Stiemsma both made the cut.
The U.S. squad, comprised for the first time in Pan American Games history of NBA Development League players who are under contract to play in the NBA D-League in 2011-12, will continue training in Tulsa through Oct. 22 and will compete Oct. 26-30 in the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Butch will be playing in his first competition since
suffering a brutal knee injury 15 months ago. USA Basketball chronicled his
comeback story here.
Since playing at UW, Stiemsma has spent time playing
professionally in both the NBA-Development League and overseas.
The USA men were drawn into Group B for the Pan American Games and are joined by national teams from Brazil, Dominican Republic and Uruguay. Competing in Group A are Argentina, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. The U.S. men open preliminary round play Oct. 26 facing Dominican Republic (5:30 p.m. CDT), then face defending Pan American Games champion Brazil on Oct. 27 (8 p.m. CDT), and conclude preliminary play versus Uruguay (5:30 p.m. CDT) on Oct. 28. Semifinals action will be played Oct. 29, and the finals will be contested on Oct. 30.
Training camp for the 2011 USA Basketball Men's Pan American Games Team will held Oct. 14-22 at the Tulsa Convention Center. The 12-member USA Men's Pan American Games Team will be announced before the team departs for the Pan American Games competition in Mexico on Oct. 23.
For someone who had been little more than an afterthought through the first five games, UW punter Brad Nortman was now hearing tongue-in-cheek comments about being "overworked.''
Against Indiana, Nortman had six punting opportunities -- or two more than he had in the three previous games combined. Prior to last Saturday, he had punted only 10 times overall.
Nortman definitely made each punt count against the Hoosiers. Besides averaging 43.8 yards per kick -- including a long of 52 -- he had four punts downed inside Indiana's 20-yard line (at the 14, 8, 18 and 1).
"I had some good hang time and pooch punts,'' said Nortman, a senior from Brookfield Central. "I was proud of that. Even though it was a windy day, I worried about what I can control, not the wind.''
Indiana's Nick Stoner had a 10-yard punt return; marking only the second time this season that Nortman had a punt returned. Nebraska's Tim Marlowe had an 11-yard return in the Big Ten opener.
Nortman has turned his kicks into non-returnable items. That's huge, especially in the context of the Badgers' 2010 loss at Michigan State, when Keshawn Martin returned a punt 74 yards for a touchdown.
You don't have to remind Nortman of the consequences; how a single play on special teams can impact the outcome. He has often confided that the Martin return has been "seared in my mind.''
In retrospect, Nortman outkicked his coverage; an old school cliché that still rings true. Could the specialists -- kickers or returners -- factor into Saturday night's rematch in East Lansing?
Martin is still around; still dangerous.
Meanwhile, the UW's Jared Abbrederis leads the nation in punt return average (22.75). That includes a score against Indiana and one that was called back because of a penalty against South Dakota.
"Coach (Bielema) always says it's one-third of the game, along with offense and defense,'' Nortman said. "Special teams are kind of an X-factor, a momentum swing, for the good or the bad.
"It's my job to make sure it's for the good. And there will be a time in this game, if not another game, where special teams, whether it's punt or kick return, will be called upon to make a big play.
"Even though I personally haven't gotten a lot of opportunities to make my presence felt in a game, inevitably I will be thrown into a situation that will require me to have a good punt.''
Nortman was quick to add, "I expect every punt to be a good punt.''
While Nortman has been in big games and pressure situations before, Michigan State's Mike Sadler has not been. Sadler, a redshirt freshman, has replaced Aaron Bates, a second-team All-American.
Bates was a four-year fixture.
Sadler has 23 career punts; 136 fewer than Nortman.
Spartan Stadium can be unforgiving to kickers; experienced or inexperienced.
"Besides the chilly Midwest weather,'' Nortman pointed out, "it's a challenge because of the way the stadium is shaped; the openings and such -- allowing wind drafts to come in and swirl.''
It can be particularly tricky for placekickers, whether it's Michigan State's Dan Conroy, who's 6-of-9 on the season, or Wisconsin's Philip Welch, who's just rounding into form after being injured.
As such, Nortman is hoping the Badgers have an edge since each member of the "field goal operation'' is a senior: the snapper (Kyle Wojta), the holder (Nortman) and the kicker (Welch).
"We've just been around for a long time,'' Nortman conceded.
Welch is just happy to be kicking again after dealing with a frustrating quad injury. Last Saturday, he converted on his first field goal attempt of the season; a 38-yarder against Indiana.
"It helped a lot to get that first one out of the way,'' said Welch. "I'd say that I'm about 90 percent (physically) but with the adrenaline on game day I'll be 100 percent.''
In some ways, the injury might have been a blessing.
"I've learned to appreciate what I had -- coming back now is actually more fun,'' Welch said. "It helped me appreciate the football can be taken away from you at any moment.''
Asked whether he felt any degree of urgency to return as soon as possible from the injury to enhance his NFL marketability, Welch said, "The main thing is helping the team.''
Nortman believes that Welch can be a big help in potentially a close game. "Kyle French stepped in and did a great job; he has a bright future,'' he said. "But having him (Welch) back is an asset.''
By Other Contributors on October 20, 2011 1:29 PM
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In today's blog entry, head coach Yvette Healy writes about how to get ready for the upcoming season.
This week is a time of transition for the Badger softball team.We are wrapping up our fall practice schedule and preparing for our off-season.Since school started, we have been practicing 5-6 days a week for 3-4 hours a day.The team has worked extremely hard in the weight room and on the field.Now that our non-traditional season has ended, our team will lift and condition six hours a week and the coaches will run individual skill work-outs two hours a week.We'll breakdown swings, use a lot of video and game film and make any major adjustments that we need to now.This is also a great time for our team to bear-down academically, spending extra time with tutors and TA's preparing for midterms and finals.
Our team chalk-talk yesterday focused on three words, "Accountability, Ownership and Innovation."Below are the coaches' notes from our talk.
The past does not predict the future, yet creating inertia is one of the greatest challenges in life.I'm sure you've all heard the saying in physics, "objects in motion stay in motion, an object at rest stays at rest."If a pendulum is swinging, it will continue to swing.A penny sitting on the counter will continue to sit there, unless some source of energy appears and a force is applied to that object.If you've never done anything, it's easiest and most likely that you will continue not to do something.If you create a habit of getting up, working hard and accomplishing things, you will continue to do that.That's the reality.That's the science.
I think the greatest life lesson learned through sports is that as individuals we have the ability to break the cycles of the past and create a new, successful future.Think for a minute about your past, about your family, about your heritage.What was life like for your parents, grandparents and great grand-parents?Maybe things have been easy.Perhaps it's been a comfortable progression of well-educated, comfortable ancestors who all have college degrees, who all have houses, large bank accounts, retirement funds and college accounts to support each child.Maybe every marriage has been happy and prosperous, lasting 50+ years, and your siblings are all stand-up members of society with great jobs who make your parents' lives easier.Maybe you come from a long line of happy, successful family members.
I would guess that reality is a bit different.Just picture what the holidays will feel like with the crazy cousins, and dysfunctional aunts and uncles.Many of us have ancestors who didn't speak English, who had no money, no education and no support.Many families struggle now and have struggled over the years.I am sure there have been a lot of failed marriages, lost jobs and hard times that have fallen on our families.
Who is the first person on each side of your family to go to college?Certainly a college degree doesn't guarantee you job or make you a better, more successful person, but it does stack the odds in your favor.It does put you in a better position to succeed, providing you with more options and opportunities.
Just as the past does not have to predict the future in life, the same is true in sports.
Can you create something new, forge a legacy that never existed before and build something substantial that will serve as the groundwork, as the solid foundation upon which all great future accomplishments are built?
The true challenge here at Wisconsin is creating a dominant winning legacy in softball when it has never existed before.When you don't have a culture of winning to work in, it is the responsibility of each coach and student-athlete to create that environment; to search out, dream and create that culture which breeds success.How do you know how the Big Ten Pitcher of the Year or Big Ten Player of the Year trains, acts and leads if she's not on our team?You have to study it, look for it and seek it out.Look at other programs here at Wisconsin and see how national champions train.
As we transition from our fall season, into our individual winter works, the key ingredient is you! Ownership and accountability happen when you take full responsibility for your success or failure. Whether or not you are a hall-of-fame athlete, or team at Wisconsin, comes down to you. Sure I think coaches have a huge impact on your success. I believe that I have hired two of the smartest and most caring softball coaches in the country in Randy Schneider and Tracie Adix. They love the game, they are competitive, they have a wealth of knowledge and they can teach. The fact is, I think they have said most of the things that need to be said already. I think they have pointed out your deficiencies, they have shown you film on what you need to work on and they have met with you about your weaknesses. You have the knowledge, you have the drills and what you do next is on you. One of my favorite quotes is, "All know the way; few actually walk it." Are you passionately driven to achieve your dreams? Do you have dreams for what you want your personal experience and your team experience to be like here at Wisconsin? Do you have goals? What will your legacy be? What will your classes' and your team's legacy be?
I want to be very clear as we head into our fall meetings, that you will manage your own destiny. No excuses, no explanations.You are the most important person regarding your success. Every team is filled with special student-athletes that over-achieve, that break the mold and forge new paths.Every great program has a few special kids that changed the course of the program, changed the culture, set the team on a path of dominance and consistent high performance and achievement.We are looking for those leaders that are game-changers and history makers to emerge.
MADISON, Wis. - With just three games left for each team, the Big Ten women's soccer regular season is nearing its conclusion. The conference tournament returns in 2011 after a two-year hiatus, and with Northwestern earning an automatic bid as the host school, seven spots are available for the remaining 11 schools.
Wisconsin is right in the thick of the race, sitting in fifth place with 12 points and a 3-2-3 Big Ten mark. But as you can see below, the standings are very tight down the homestretch.
Team
Record
Pct.
Pts.
Game 1
Game 2
Game 3
Opp. Pts.
Penn St.
7-1-0
.875
21
at Michigan St.
at Michigan
PURDUE
38
Illinois
5-2-1
.688
16
at Northwestern
at Nebraska
MICHIGAN
26
Michigan St.
5-3-0
.625
15
PENN ST.
OHIO ST.
at Northwestern
35
Michigan
4-3-1
.562
13
OHIO ST.
PENN ST.
at Illinois
47
Wisconsin
3-2-3
.562
12
PURDUE
INDIANA
IOWA
27
Iowa
3-3-2
.500
11
at Nebraska
NORTHWESTERN
at Wisconsin
25
Minnesota
3-3-2
.500
11
INDIANA
PURDUE
NEBRASKA
25
Ohio St.
3-4-1
.438
10
at Michigan
at Michigan St.
INDIANA
34
Purdue
3-4-1
.438
10
at Wisconsin
at Minnesota
at Penn State
44
Nebraska
3-5-0
.375
9
IOWA
ILLINOIS
at Minnesota
38
Indiana
2-6-0
.250
6
at Minnesota
at Wisconsin
at Ohio State
33
Northwestern
1-6-1
.188
4
ILLINOIS
at Iowa
MICHIGAN ST.
42
Penn State is in first place with 21 points and enjoys a five-point lead over Illinois. However, the No. 2-10 teams in the conference are separated by just seven points. Three points are awarded for a victory, so there is still a lot of movement possible left.
Next to the team's point totals are their remaining three games. The number figure on the far right is the point total of the three opponents. As you can see, Michigan has the toughest finishing stretch as the Wolverines' final opponents have 47 points between them, though they do get two of those games at home.
Conversely, Iowa and Minnesota could have an advantage as their foes combine for only 25 points each. In addition, the Gophers are aided by the fact that they don't have to leave Minneapolis for the rest of the season.
Wisconsin is also in a favorable position. All three of the Badgers' remaining games are at home, and they have the fourth-easiest schedule as Purdue (10), Indiana (6) and Iowa (11) combine for just 27 points.
The final stretch begins Friday night at McClimon Soccer Complex as the Badgers host Purdue at 7 p.m.
Now that it is over, I'm glad we were able to participate. If you had asked my thoughts in the middle of August, I may have been singing a different tune. And especially after I saw an advance copy of the show yesterday, I think it's one of the coolest things I've been a part of in my 13 years at UW.
Wednesday at 6 p.m. CT, Depth Chart: Wisconsin debuts on ESPN. It offers fans an inside look at the Badgers' Fall Camp, focusing on the QB position. With the focus on the QBs, obviously a lot of the show revolves around Russell Wilson.
It offers a great look at Wilson's progress at learning the offense and fitting in with his new teammates. It also touches on the injury to Jon Budmayr and how that impacts the No. 2 QB, in this case, redshirt freshman Joe Brennan.
ESPN has released a number of trailers for the show, which we have below. If you can't catch it tonight on ESPN, it will re-air tonight at 10 p.m. CT on ESPNU, Thursday at 5 a.m. CT on ESPNU and Friday at 9 a.m. on ESPNU. So set your DVRs!
With the release of the first BCS rankings, the college football season officially shifts into high gear. The annual debate about the system itself picks up steam. Fans yell that their favorite teams are not rated high enough.
Of course, there is what is becoming the annual "Boise State question," regarding whether the Broncos can crack the top 2 and play for the national championship.
Last but not least, columnists and sports yakkers across the country campaign for a playoff.
I am not going there -- at least not today.
The Badgers find themselves ranked sixth in this week's BCS standings, which seems about right to this observer. Given the strength of schedule to date, the computers will not love the Badgers as much as the human voters.
Try not to worry about it. Every year we speculate, watch ESPN's "BCS Countdown" show, and we either hear something favorable from one of the commentators or we fight the urge to throw a brick at the TV.
Speculation is part of the fun, but most of the time this BCS stuff works itself out. I say most of the time because the 2004 Auburn Tigers, which finished 13-0 but third in the final BCS rankings, would beg to differ.
While it appears the Badgers will need a few things to happen to move into the Top 2, I still would suggest that No. 6 is not a bad place to be in mid-October.
As the late, great Al Davis always said "Just win, baby." (And in college football, if you can win by a lot, all the better).
For the Badgers beginning this Saturday night in East Lansing, I would tweak Mr. Davis' saying -- "Just win on the road, baby."
Similar to college basketball, the pollsters tend to judge whether a team is elite by watching how it performs away from home. Last year, I thought the Badgers made their greatest statement outside of Madison.
While last October's victory against No. 1 Ohio State will always be memorable, I believe the game that truly defined the Badgers season came in the following game at Iowa. In a hostile environment against a rival, in a stadium that some folks on the sidelines told me was every bit as loud as Camp Randall at its raucous best, Wisconsin found a way to beat the Hawkeyes.
A fake punt, some clutch work from quarterback Scott Tolzien as well as tailback Montee Ball, and a team that overcame several injuries to put together a late-game scoring drive went a long way in the Badgers' championship run.
To beat a top notch team at home is great theatre. To defeat a team when 75,000 fans are against you is even more impressive.
This week the Badgers have their first true road game, and it happens to be against a Michigan State outfit that leads the Big Ten in most of the major defensive statistical categories, including total defense, where the Spartans also rank second in the nation.
Wisconsin is rolling, and so is Sparty. It also seems safe to say that this week's opponent is eager to see Russell Wilson and company. After MSU beat Michigan last Saturday, ESPN.com quoted Spartans safety Isaiah Lewis as saying "Wisconsin should know we're coming."
He later added "And just like any other team, if they're throwing the ball up, our DBs are going to go get it, our linebackers are going to go get it and our linemen are getting after the quarterback. And they're going to hurt him."
There is nothing like a juicy quote to get the fans and the pundits talking all week.
Welcome to the WCHA Women's Notebook. Each week Ross LaDue from the UW Athletic Communications office breaks down the past weekend of action in the women's side of the WCHA and look ahead to the coming weekend.
This past weekend saw mostly nonconference matchups take place, with the marquee event being right here in Madison, between the No. 1 Wisconsin Badgers and No. 3 Minnesota Golden Gophers. The only other WCHA contest was between St. Cloud State and Ohio State in Columbus, Ohio. The rest of the conference was busy playing eastern teams as Bemidji State, Minnesota State and Minnesota Duluth traveled to Maine, Robert Morris and UConn, respectively. North Dakota stayed in Grand Forks to host Vermont.
Weekend Recap
Bemidji State at Maine This series had one of the most surprising games of the weekend as the Beavers swept the Black Bears, winning the first game 3-2 in overtime and routing them 7-0 in the finale. The weekend was riddled with penalties as both teams totaled 30 minutes of penalties. Maine scored on a penalty shot on Friday and three of the other five goals in the game came on the power play.
The biggest surprise came in Saturday's game. After BSU scored its third goal of the third period, Maine pulled goaltender Kylie Smith at the 8:43 mark, but instead of putting in Brittany Ott, who played the day before, the Black Bears opted for a sixth skater and an empty net with 12 minutes left in the game. Needless to say the Beavers later scored on the empty net, which prompted the opening to be filled by Ott. However, the Black Bears continued to swap back-and-forth between an empty net and one with Ott. Bemidji State scored a final empty netter, as Maine's strategy of playing without a goalie for a more than 6 minutes failed to produce any goals.
Bemidji State players of notes: Emily Erickson recorded three goals and one assist on the weekend, while Erika Wheelhouse, last week's WCHA Defensive Player of the week, netted two goals. Slovakian goaltender Zuzana Tomcikova made 25 saves in the first game to record her second win of the season, while Alana McElhinney saw her first minutes of the season making 17 saves in the 7-0 win.
No. 6 Minnesota Duluth at Connecticut A struggling UConn team hosting a national power-house had all the markings for a blowout so it was a bit surprising to see the Huskies net four goals on the Bulldogs and only lose by one in Friday's game. Whatever defensive lapses the Bulldogs had on Friday were erased on Saturday as they cruised to a 6-1 victory over the Huskies.
Minnesota Duluth players of notes: The Bulldogs did a good job of spreading the points around. In Friday's game no one had more than one goal or one assist and the only players to record more than one point in the game were Audrey Cournoyer and Katherine Wilson, who both had one goal and one assist. Both Cournoyer and Wilson were held to one assist on Saturday as Haley Irwin, Jenna McParland and Pernilla Winberg all recorded two points each. Jenny Harss made 38 saves on the weekend letting in five goals, not her best performance, but it was good enough to get two wins.
Minnesota State at Robert Morris The Mavericks saw themselves with a 3-1 lead on Friday night before taking a nose dive in the last half of the game allowing Robert Morris to score three consecutive goals, including the game-winner in overtime. Exacting revenge, Minnesota State scored three consecutive goals to start off the game on Saturday. MSU would give up a shorthanded goal in the third, but would keep the lead to post their fourth win of the season. Minnesota State players of notes: The teams's leading goal scorer, Lauren Smith was, kept off the score sheet in both games, while last year's leading scorer, Kathleen Rogan, was kept to one goal on the weekend. Emilia Andersson was the only Maverick to score more than one goal as she netted two. Inconsistency has plagued the Minnesota State goaltending corps for the past few seasons and this weekend was no exception. Senior Alli Altmann played both games and struggled in Friday's contest stopping 18 of 22, but played well on Saturday stopping 23 of 24.
No. 7 North Dakota vs Vermont With only one win on the season, I expected North Dakota to enter this series hungry for two wins. Granted the three loses the Sioux suffered in their first four games were to teams ranked higher than them, North Dakota is a much better team than they ever have been and they were hosting a fairly weak Vermont squad. The score from Saturday's game would suggest the Sioux had a lot of pent up frustration that was taken out on the Catamounts. Within the first three minutes of the game, the Sioux had already taken a 2-0 lead. UND scored two more in the second period before adding five in the third to win the first game 9-1. Sunday's game saw Vermont actually score first and hold the 1-0 lead until the final seconds of the opening period. The Sioux then went on to win by a modest 4-1 margin. North Dakota players of note: In Saturday's blowout, European standouts Michelle Karvinen and Andrea Dalen both scored two goals and tallied one assist, while Jocelyne Lamoureux scored two goals and helped on three others. Lamoureux's twin sister Monique Lamoureux-Kolls had two assists in the game. The twins would add one goal and one assist each in Sunday's game. Karvinen added two more helpers in the final game. Both UND netminders played over the weekend as Stephanie Ney got the nod in Saturday's contest, making 14 of 15 saves for her second win of the season. Jorid Dagfinrud got her first start of the season on Sunday and made 14 of 15 saves as well, with nine of those saves coming in the first period.
St. Cloud State at Ohio State This series saw the most predictable scores of the weekend as Ohio State put up 5-1 scores both nights. SCSU actually scored the opening goal of the weekend, but gave up 10 straight before scoring the closing goal of the series.
Ohio State player notes: The Buckeyes' offense is led by the trio of Natalie Spooner, Laura McIntosh and Hokey Langan. Also sophomore Ally Tarr has been a pleasant surprise on offense for Ohio State so far this season. Spooner and McIntosh had a consistent weekend as they both recorded one goal and one assist each night. Langan has had a quiet start to the season and only tallied one goal all weekend. Tarr chipped in with a three point weekend. The biggest news for Ohio State on defense this year has been the return of their goaltender Chelsea Knapp who missed all of last year due to surgery rehab. However, Knapp wasn't the most elite before her absence and last year's true freshman Lisa Steffes played the most minutes of any goaltender in the nation and did a very acceptable job in net. Both goalies played a game on the weekend and it doesn't look like OSU has No. 1 goalie selected yet.
St. Cloud State players of note: Goaltender Tayler VanDenakker played both games of the series making 77 saves. VanDenakker has large shoes to fill after Ashley Nixon graduated at the end of last season. Nixon was a staple in net for the Huskies and was one of the better goalies in the conference even though her numbers didn't reflect it. VanDenakker looks to be a solid replacement, but with the weak SCSU defense don't expect her to be stealing any games too soon. Defender Jocelyn Zabrick has been seeing time up front at forward recently and scored the lone goal on Friday night.
No. 3 Minnesota at No. 1 Wisconsin In the biggest game of the weekend in women's college hockey, the No. 3 Golden Gophers looked to topple the No. 1 Badgers as both teams entered the weekend with a 4-0-0 record. Overall, not much was decided. The weekend was a split, giving Ohio State the best record in the WCHA after four conference games. The two games were almost exact opposites of each other as Friday's contest saw the Gophers start the game flat and have a late rally fall short, while the Badgers did pretty much the same on Sunday. Both games had the same score line of 3-2, though on Friday the Badgers scored 3-0 and never lost the lead, while on Sunday the Gophers lost a 2-0 lead only to gain a 3-2 edge in the third period. The note of the weekend was Minnesota ending Wisconsin's unbeaten streak at 32 games.
Minnesota players of note: Leading goal scorer, Amanda Kessel was kept off the score sheet in Friday's loss, but she came back to score the game-winner on Sunday. Finnish goaltender Noora Räty made 50 saves on the weekend conceding five goals.
Wisconsin players of note: Carolyne Prévost scored two goals including the game-winner on Friday and assisted on both goals on Sunday, which were scored by Brooke Ammerman. Both Prévost and Brooke Ammerman have tallied at least one point so far in each of their games played this season. Sophomore netminder Alex Rigsby also conceded five goals on the weekend, but recorded two more saves than Räty in the series.
Possible WCHA Player of the Week winners (in order of likeliness)
Defensive Player of the Week Jessica Wong (UMD) - 2 points (2G, 0A), 1 game-winning goal, 9 shots, +3 plus/minus Erika Wheelhouse (BSU) - 2 points (2G, 0A), 8 shots, +3 plus/minus Jennifer Harss (UMD) - 2 wins, 38 saves, only goalie to record two wins Noora Räty (UM) - 1 win, 50 saves
Rookie of the Week Michelle Karvinen (UND) - 5 points (2G, 3A), 2 game-winning assists, 10 shots, +5 plus/minus Taylor Kuehl (OSU) - 3 points (0G, 3A), 8 shots, +3 plus/minus Rachael Kelly (BSU) - 2 points (1G, 1A),1 game-winning assist in OT, 1 shot, +1 plus/minus
Looking Forward
Minnesota State at No. 2 Minnesota I see Minnesota sweeping this one. Minnesota State's goaltending and defense won't be able to stop the offensive power of the Gophers. The Mavericks may net a couple goals of their own, but I wouldn't expect any more than two or three all weekend get past Räty.
St. Cloud State at Bemidji State Before the season began I wouldn't have been surprised to see one close game of two in the series. However, with the way the Beaver offense has been playing, they should come away with an easy weekend sweep.
Ohio State at No. 7 North Dakota For a UND sweep the Sioux will have to rely on their defense and goaltending. The North Dakota offense should easily overpower Ohio State's defense, but if UND can't keep Spooner and McIntosh contained I wouldn't be surprised to see the Buckeyes squeeze out a win. No. 1 Wisconsin at No. 6 Minnesota Duluth Wisconsin will need to limit the two biggest scoring threats that UMD has by slowing down and limiting Haley Irwin while also containing Jessica Wong at the blue line. UMD goaltender Jenny Harss takes up a lot of room in net with her large pads and her glove is quick, but in the past, she has had poor rebound control and a weak five-hole. The Badgers will need to crash the net, in hopes for second and third-opportunity shots to score goals.
By Other Contributors on October 16, 2011 2:11 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 1-0 win over Michigan State at the McClimon Complex on Oct. 16, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
Good afternoon! Welcome to today's live coverage of Wisconsin men's soccer!
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:39 Hayley Kuepers
1:41
Hayley Kuepers:
Today the Badgers will continue Big Ten play as they host the Michigan State Spartans.
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:41 Hayley Kuepers
1:41
Hayley Kuepers:
The game is set to start at 2 p.m.
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:41 Hayley Kuepers
1:43
Hayley Kuepers:
It's very windy here in Madison today.
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:43 Hayley Kuepers
1:47
Hayley Kuepers:
Here are the starting lineups for the Spartans:
#2, Garret Back #7, Mark Barone #9, Rubin Bega #11, Ryan Keener #12, Tyler White #16, Cyrus Saydee #17, Josh Barens #20, Cody Henderson #21, Adam Montague #27, Fatai Alashe #30, Jeremy Clark
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:47 Hayley Kuepers
1:51
Hayley Kuepers:
And the starting lineups for the Badger are:
#2, AJ Cochran #4, Paul Yonga #5, David Caban #10, Tomislav Zadro #11, Joey Tennyson #12, Trevor Wheeler #13, Nick Janus #14, Colin Mani #18, Blake Succa #22, Chris Prince #30, Max Jentsch
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:51 Hayley Kuepers
1:52
Hayley Kuepers:
Starting lineups will be announced on the field in about 3 minutes.
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:52 Hayley Kuepers
1:54
Hayley Kuepers:
The Badgers are in all white today with their opponents in all green.
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:54 Hayley Kuepers
1:57
Getting ready to go!
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:57
1:57
Hayley Kuepers:
Starting lineups are now being announced.
Sunday October 16, 2011 1:57 Hayley Kuepers
2:01
[Comment From badgersfambadgersfam: ]
Go Badgers! Hope you guys can get a video feed soon. Any chance?
Sunday October 16, 2011 2:01 badgersfam
2:02
Hayley Kuepers:
Unfortunately we're unable to get any stream going this year. Hopefully by next year!
By Ross LaDue on October 16, 2011 12:30 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 3-2 loss to No. 3 Minnesota at the Kohl Center on Oct. 16, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
The No. 4 Wisconsin football team rolled to a 59-7 win over Indiana at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday. UWBadgers.com presented the action live with the Gameday Blog:
#Russell Wilson just introduced during starting lineups. 27 minutes till kickoff. #Badgers. #uwhc2011[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:33 RussellManiaXVI
10:33
Brian Mason:
Welcome in for today's game between the No. 4 Wisconsin Badgers and the Indiana Hoosiers. The Gameday Blog is live from Camp Randall Stadium.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:33 Brian Mason
10:34
Brian Mason:
We are less than a half hour away from kickoff and both teams are still on the field going through their pregame warm-ups
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:34 Brian Mason
10:35
Brian Mason:
It's fair to say there is less excitement in the air than the last time we talked to you from Camp Randall, but the Badgers will be looking to keep the momentum rolling from their 5-0 start to the season
It's Homecoming week here at UW and it's also been a very busy sports weekend, as well. On Friday, the men's and women's cross country teams hosted a huge meet at the Zimmer Championship Course, volleyball hosted No. 5 Nebraska at the Field House and No. 1-ranked women's hockey hosted Border Battle rival Minnesota at the Kohl Center
That brings us to Saturday and the matchup between the Badgers and Hoosiers. UW enters the game 1-0 in Big Ten play after that big win over Nebraska two weeks ago, while the Hoosiers come in 1-5 overall and 0-2 in Big Ten play
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:37 Brian Mason
10:38
Brian Mason:
It's cane toss time for the third-year law students, who toss the canes over the south goal post for good luck. Another UW Homecoming tradition
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:38 Brian Mason
10:39
Brian Mason:
Football-wise the big story of the week was who would start alongside Mike Taylor and Chris Borland at LB, with Bret Bielema saying the third spot would be an open competition between Kevin Claxton and Ethan Armstrong
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:39 Brian Mason
10:39
Brian Mason:
Claxton was announced as the starter pre-game, but expect both to see time today.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:39 Brian Mason
10:40
Brian Mason:
In other pre-game developments, senior WR Nick Toon will sit out today after aggravating a left foot injury against Nebraska
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:40 Brian Mason
10:40
[Comment From ReddRedd: ]
What is the status of Nick Toon going forward after this week with his foot injury? What is the severity of the injury?
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:40 Redd
10:41
Brian Mason:
It seems to be more precautionary today than anything. I would expect to see him back next week against Michigan State
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:41 Brian Mason
10:41
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
What's wrong with Toon? Will he be back for Michigan St?
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:41 Guest
10:41
Brian Mason:
Again, it's an injury to his left foot that was aggravated against Nebraska. Nothing serious.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:41 Brian Mason
10:41
[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
I'll be following you again from Wiesbaden, Germany. Go Badgers!
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:41 Bucky63
10:41
Brian Mason:
Welcome in, Bucky
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:41 Brian Mason
10:43
Brian Mason:
Another storyline, of course, is last year's 83-20 win by the Badgers over Indiana. It was still a topic of discussion in the media this week and UW is favored by 40 points heading into kickoff today
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:43 Brian Mason
10:43
Brian Mason:
That being said, I'd be surprised to see the stars align and UW go north of 80 again today.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:43 Brian Mason
10:43
[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
Thanks Brian. I really enjoy your coverage.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:43 Bucky63
10:43
Brian Mason:
Happy to help
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:43 Brian Mason
10:44
How many points will the Badgers score today? 30-39
( 0% )
40-49
( 0% )
50-59
( 43% )
60-69
( 43% )
70-79
( 0% )
80+
( 14% )
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:44
10:50
[Comment From JoelJoel: ]
Is Indiana strongest on Offense or on Defense. i seem to remember the Hoosiers always giving Bucky's D some problems in the past.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:50 Joel
10:50
Brian Mason:
The Hoosiers definitely have some weapons on the offensive side of the ball.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:50 Brian Mason
10:50
Brian Mason:
WR Damarlo Belcher is first among those ... he has 23 catches for 265 yards this year
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:50 Brian Mason
10:52
Brandon Harrison:
Brian had to step away for a second so he could address technical issues on his computer.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:52 Brandon Harrison
10:53
Brandon Harrison:
We've just wrapped up the national anthem here in Camp Randall, and are now seven minutes from kickoff.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:53 Brandon Harrison
10:53
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
GO BADGERS GO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:53 Guest
10:53
[Comment From bmgbmg: ]
when you say wisconsin you said it all
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:53 bmg
10:53
Brian Mason:
Back in business after some help from Technical Services. Sorry for that.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:53 Brian Mason
10:54
Brian Mason:
We've had the national anthem and now the sounds of "Where the Streets Have no Name" are echoing through Camp Randall
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:54 Brian Mason
10:54
Brian Mason:
Intro time for the Badgers
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:54 Brian Mason
10:54
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
With Nick Toon out today? Will the badgers run the ball more often or will Russel Wilson continue to throw the ball deep to Abredaris and second string receivers?
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:54 John
10:55
Brian Mason:
I wouldn't expect to see much deviation from the game plan early. Wilson will throw as he has, although Abbrederis will be the primary target
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:55 Brian Mason
10:55
Brian Mason:
Jeff Duckworth will be the No. 2 receiver and it could be a chance for him to stretch his legs a bit in a game situation
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:55 Brian Mason
10:55
[Comment From Mags and Phil from IdahoMags and Phil from Idaho: ]
Looking forward to the game,missed them last week but should be a good game to get ready for MSU. Will be listening to the MSU-MI game also for the Wolverines in the family. GO BADGERS!
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:55 Mags and Phil from Idaho
10:55
Brian Mason:
Hey, nobody's perfect. Glad you're keeping the Badgers close today.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:55 Brian Mason
10:56
Brian Mason:
Here come the Badgers!
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:56 Brian Mason
10:56
[Comment From ED YOUNGED YOUNG: ]
GO BADGERS GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WISCONSIN 70 INDY 21
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:56 ED YOUNG
10:57
BadgersLive:
The #Badgers have taken the field, and we're now just three minutes away from kickoff here in Camp Randall Stadium against the #Hoosiers. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:57 BadgersLive
10:57
Brian Mason:
Going back to the Badgers' offensive game plan, I believe they will throw as they have so far this year, but don't be surprised to see A LOT of Ball and White if the Badgers get up early.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:57 Brian Mason
10:57
[Comment From Mags and Phil from IdahoMags and Phil from Idaho: ]
Yes there are three Wolverines, but hey they are doing okay!
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:57 Mags and Phil from Idaho
10:57
Brian Mason:
As long as they don't have to face UW in the Big Ten championship game...
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:57 Brian Mason
10:58
Brian Mason:
O'Brien Schofield being introduced to the crowd as today's honorary captain
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:58 Brian Mason
10:58
Brian Mason:
Indiana wins the toss and will defer. Wisconsin will receive and defend the south end zone
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:58 Brian Mason
10:59
RussellManiaXVI:
Indiana wins the toss and defers. #RussellWilson and the offense will get the first crack today. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:59 RussellManiaXVI
10:59
BadgersLive:
Indiana has won the toss, and has chosen to defer. Wisconsin will open the game receiving. #Badgers#Hoosiers now just seconds from kickoff. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:59 BadgersLive
10:59
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Cloudy and cool in Venice Beach, Ca. What's the weather like in Madison?
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:59 California Bucky
10:59
Brian Mason:
Beautiful but breezy ... Partly cloudy, 52 degrees, wind WNW at 19 mph
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:59 Brian Mason
10:59
Brian Mason:
Interestingly, the Hoosiers didn't take the field until there was less than a minute showing on the pregame clock.
Saturday October 15, 2011 10:59 Brian Mason
11:00
Brian Mason:
With the exception of their captains, IU did not come out immediately after UW
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:00 Brian Mason
11:00
BadgerFootball:
If you glance quickly, it sure looks like the #Badgers are playing Oklahoma today (uniform-wise, not record-wise) [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:00 BadgerFootball
11:01
Brian Mason:
Abbrederis back to receive
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:01 Brian Mason
11:01
BadgersLive:
Ewald kicks off for Indana. White returns the ball out to the WIS 22-yard line where it will be first and 10 Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:01 BadgersLive
11:02
BadgersLive:
1st/10 WIS 22: Ball on the carry, gain of ten. First and 10 Wisconsin at the UW 32. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:02 BadgersLive
11:02
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
what is the combined record of the mens bball and football teams home games over the last 5 years?
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:02 Guest
11:02
Brian Mason:
I don't have time to get out the slide rule for that one, but I can tell you UW is the only program in the country to make a bowl game and NCAA men's basketball tournament every year since 2003
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:02 Brian Mason
11:02
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 32: Ball again on the carry, gain of six.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:02 Brandon Harrison
11:02
Brian Mason:
The going is far from tough for Ball in the early going
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:02 Brian Mason
11:02
Brian Mason:
Maybe I take back what I said about slinging the ball around
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:02 Brian Mason
11:03
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/4 WIS 38: Ball again on the carry, gain of one.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:03 Brandon Harrison
11:03
Brian Mason:
The delayed handoff didn't quite work as expected there. Didn't fool the Hoosiers.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:03 Brian Mason
11:04
BadgersLive:
3rd/3 WIS 39: Wilson's pass incomplete. Wisconsin will come on to punt for the #Badgers. 12:59 1Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:04 BadgersLive
11:04
Brian Mason:
That's a drop for Ball. Going to hurt Wilson's ridiculous third-down passing numbers. And a rare Brad Nortman sighting
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:04 Brian Mason
11:04
Brian Mason:
Wilson went deep down the left sideline and Ball couldn't quite get a hand on the pass
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:04 Brian Mason
11:04
BadgersLive:
Nortman's punt fair caught by Indiana at their own 20-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 #Hoosiers. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:04 BadgersLive
11:05
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 20: Houston on the carry, gain of 4.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:05 Brandon Harrison
11:05
Brian Mason:
Hoosiers running the hurry-up offense out of the gate
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:05 Brian Mason
11:05
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/6 IU 24: Wright-Baker's pass incomplete.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:05 Brandon Harrison
11:06
BadgersLive:
3rd/6 IU 24: Houston on the carry, first down. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:06 BadgersLive
11:06
Brian Mason:
A big hole up the middle for Houston on third down ... Badgers were thinking pass
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:06 Brian Mason
11:06
Brandon Harrison:
Wright-Baker's pass complete for another first down.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:06 Brandon Harrison
11:06
Brian Mason:
And a nice completion for Wright-Baker on first down. Hoosiers having no trouble moving the ball early
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:06 Brian Mason
11:07
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 46: run for six.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:07 Brandon Harrison
11:07
BadgersLive:
2nd/4 IU 48: Houston on the carry, gain of 2. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:07 BadgersLive
11:07
Brian Mason:
Nice stop that time by Borland. He filled the running lane and dropped Houston in his tracks
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:07 Brian Mason
11:08
BadgersLive:
3rd/2 IU 46: Flag on the play. False start, offense, five-yard penalty. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:08 BadgersLive
11:09
BadgersLive:
3rd/7 IU 49: Wright-Baker's pass incomplete. 4th down. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:09 BadgersLive
11:09
Brian Mason:
Wright-Baker had time and had his man Belcher past the sticks, but he couldn't thread the pass in to him inbounds
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:09 Brian Mason
11:09
Brandon Harrison:
Pines on to punt for Indiana. Abbrederis with the fair catch at the WIS 16-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Wisconsin.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:09 Brandon Harrison
11:10
Brian Mason:
Badgers will have some ground to cover on their second drive. Starting at their own 16 after the Indiana punt
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:10 Brian Mason
11:11
BadgerFootball:
RT @Katulis: Camp Randall Stadium, at the 45 yard line, not a cloud in the sky. First and ten Wisconsin. Go @Badgerfootball[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:11 BadgerFootball
11:12
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 16: Ball on the carry, gain of 5.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:12 Brandon Harrison
11:13
[Comment From pjpowell66@msn.compjpowell66@msn.com: ]
I hear Nick Toon is out with a foot injury, what kind of injury?
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:13 pjpowell66@msn.com
11:13
Brian Mason:
That is the extent of the injury report. Aggravation of an injury to his left foot.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:13 Brian Mason
11:13
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/5 WIS 21: Ball on the carry, gain of 4.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:13 Brandon Harrison
11:14
BadgersLive:
3rd/1 WIS 25: Ball on the carry, gain of 5. First down. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:14 BadgersLive
11:14
Brian Mason:
You don't want Montee Ball finding the edge against your defense. He just about did there before getting bounced out of bounds. Badgers move the chains
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:14 Brian Mason
11:14
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 30: White on the carry, gain of 5.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:14 Brandon Harrison
11:14
Brian Mason:
Fantastic blocking ahead of White that time. One IU defender was able to step in front and stop what could have been a big gain
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:14 Brian Mason
11:15
[Comment From scottscott: ]
Who needs to step up in helping with the receiving game with out toon today?
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:15 scott
11:15
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/5 WIS 35: Wilson's pass complete, but flag on the play.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:15 Brandon Harrison
11:15
Brian Mason:
Jeff Duckworth and Fred Willis have already seen time at WR
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:15 Brian Mason
11:15
Brian Mason:
Those two will be big in taking pressure of Abbrederis
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:15 Brian Mason
11:15
Brandon Harrison:
Holding, offense, 10-yard penalty, repeat second down.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:15 Brandon Harrison
11:15
Brian Mason:
Oglesby gets flagged for the hold. Wilson had plenty of time to find Abbrederis over the middle on a sharp pass. Apparently, too much time...
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:15 Brian Mason
11:16
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/15 WIS 25: Wilson's pass complete to Pedersen, gain of 6.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:16 Brandon Harrison
11:16
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
looks like the student section is taking awhile to fill up...
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:16 sfbaymartha
11:16
Brian Mason:
Indeed. Not quite the same excitement on the north end of the stadium as we saw against Nebraska
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:16 Brian Mason
11:16
Brian Mason:
Still, it's about 3/4 full right now
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:16 Brian Mason
11:16
BadgersLive:
3rd/9 WIS 31: Wilson's pass complete to Duckworth for a first down. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:16 BadgersLive
11:17
Brian Mason:
All day on that pass. Indiana knew what was coming on third and long and still Wilson had great protection ... and their was no one near Duckworth on the receiving end
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:17 Brian Mason
11:17
Brian Mason:
*there
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:17 Brian Mason
11:17
Brian Mason:
(Sorry, Rose...)
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:17 Brian Mason
11:17
BadgersLive:
Wilson's 19-yard completion makes it 1st and 10 Wisconsin at midfield. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:17 BadgersLive
11:17
BadgersLive:
Pines on to punt for Indiana. Abbrederis with the fair catch at the WIS 16-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:17 BadgersLive
11:17
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
they will come
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:17 sfbaymartha
11:17
Brian Mason:
For sure. 11 a.m. starts are tougher on everyone
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:17 Brian Mason
11:17
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 50: Ball on the carry, loss of 1.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:17 Brandon Harrison
11:18
Brandon Harrison:
Tweets getting congested. Ignore punt tweet... ha
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:18 Brandon Harrison
11:18
BadgersLive:
2nd/11 WIS 49: Wilson's pass complete to Ball for a gain of 46. 1st and GOAL Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:18 BadgersLive
11:19
BadgersLive:
1st/GOAL: Ball carries right side for a five-yard TOUCHDOWN! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:19 BadgersLive
11:19
BadgerFootball:
Great protection. MT @VikingAgeDan: Wilson could pitch a tent, roast marshmallows, snooze, break down the tent and hike back to car #badgers[via Twitter]
Lerner kicks off for Wisconsin. Returned by Indiana to their own 32-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Indiana. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:23 BadgersLive
11:23
[Comment From SC BadgerSC Badger: ]
Nice efficient drive....They made it look easy....Keep it up boys!!!
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:23 SC Badger
11:23
Brian Mason:
Wilson was 3-for-3 for 71 yards on the drive
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:23 Brian Mason
11:23
RussellManiaXVI:
With his 46-yard pass to Montee Ball, #RussellWilson went over the 10,000-yard mark in career passing. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:23 RussellManiaXVI
11:24
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 32: Houston on the carry, gain of 5.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:24 Brandon Harrison
11:24
BadgerFootball:
RT @RussellManiaXVI: With his 46-yard pass to Montee Ball, #RussellWilson went over the 10,000-yard mark in career passing. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:24 BadgerFootball
11:24
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/5 IU 37: Wright-Baker's pass incomplete, flag on the play.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:24 Brandon Harrison
11:25
Brandon Harrison:
FLAG: Holding, offense, 10-yard penalty.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:25 Brandon Harrison
11:25
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/15 IU 27: Wright-Baker's pass incomplete. Third and long.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:25 Brandon Harrison
11:27
BadgersLive:
3rd/15 IU 27: Wright-Baker's pass complete, but well short of the first. Indiana special teams on to punt. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:27 BadgersLive
11:28
Brian Mason:
Great stop by Peniel Jean on a swing pass from Wright-Baker to the sideline. Solid D out of the Badgers
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:28 Brian Mason
11:28
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Sorry to join late. Computer issues.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:28 Badger Rose
11:28
Brian Mason:
You only missed one terrible grammar error on my part....
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:28 Brian Mason
11:28
BadgersLive:
Pines on to punt for Indiana. Bad punt on the play, which is recovered by Bradie Ewing and taken to the WIS 27-yard line. 1st and 10 UW. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:28 BadgersLive
11:29
Brian Mason:
I'd love to say that's the worst punt I've seen this year ... but there was that terrible kick by Oregon State early in that game
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:29 Brian Mason
11:29
Brian Mason:
Woof.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:29 Brian Mason
11:29
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
i'm laughing really, really hard right now!
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:29 sfbaymartha
11:29
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Did they lose yards on that punt?
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:29 Badger Rose
11:29
Brian Mason:
Definitely. Still waiting on the official scoring for that one.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:29 Brian Mason
11:29
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 26: Wilson's pass complete to Ewing, gain of 10. 1st and 10 Wisconsin at their own 15.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:29 Brandon Harrison
11:30
BadgersLive:
1st/10 WIS 15: White takes it left side for a 15-yard TOUCHDOWN run! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:30 BadgersLive
11:30
Brian Mason:
Oh boy. That run reminds you of his great cut-back run to score a TD in the win over Ohio State last year. Ankle-breaking run.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:30 Brian Mason
11:30
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown #Badgers! James White 15-yard touchdown run -- Wisconsin 14, Indiana 0 -- 2:18 1st Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:30 BadgerFootball
11:31
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Like a hot knife through butter...
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:31 Badger Rose
11:31
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Looks like the Badger offense shook off the the rust of a bye week and are now in sync; not great news for Indiana.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:31 California Bucky
11:31
BadgersLive:
SCORING DRIVE: 2 plays, 26 yards, 0:39 capped by a 15-yard touchdown run from James White. #Badgers 14 #Hoosiers 0. 2:19 1Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:31 BadgersLive
11:31
BadgerFootball:
RT @BadgersLive: SCORING DRIVE: 2 plays, 26 yards, 0:39 capped by a 15-yard TD run from James White. #Badgers 14 #Hoosiers 0. 2:19 1Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:31 BadgerFootball
11:31
RussellManiaXVI:
On that TD drive, #RussellWilson complete his only pass for 11 yards. Stats for the day - 4-of-5 for 82 yards. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:31 RussellManiaXVI
11:32
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Looks like Bucky's going to get a workout today.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:32 csWaterford66
11:32
Brian Mason:
Especially if Indiana gives the Badgers a short field to work with. That's a recipe for a big number on the scoreboard again this year.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:32 Brian Mason
11:33
BadgerFootball:
Truth. MT @THEMichaelRose: I love Russell and Ball and White, but our offensive line should be the #Heisman candidate. Way too easy #Badgers[via Twitter]
Lerner kicks off for Wisconsin. Indiana returns it to their 25-yard line, but flag on play brings it back to the 10 where it'll be 1st & 10. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:34 BadgersLive
11:35
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 10: Houston on the carry, gain of 3.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:35 Brandon Harrison
11:35
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/7 IU 13: Wright-Baker's pass complete for an Indiana first down at their own 26-yard line.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:35 Brandon Harrison
11:36
BadgersLive:
2nd/7 IU 13: Wright-Baker's pass complete for 13 yards and a first down. Ball at the IU 26-yard line. Timeout #Hoosiers. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:36 BadgersLive
11:38
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 26: Hughes on the carry, gain of 3.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:38 Brandon Harrison
11:39
BadgersLive:
2nd/7 IU 29: Wright-Baker's pass complete, gain of 16. Flag on the play makes it first and 10 Indiana at the WIS 40. [via Twitter]
Is it true that our offensive line out weighs Indiana's front line 43 pounds per man?
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:42 California Bucky
11:42
Brian Mason:
I don't have that exact number in front of me, but the Badgers had the fifth-heaviest opening-day offensive line of any team in college or NFL football (322.0 pounds per man)
Team stats: Total Yards - IND 82, WIS 137 Rush Yards - IND 49, WIS 55 Pass Yards - IND 33, WIS 82 Yards per play - IND 5.1, WIS 9.1 Possession: IND 7:13, WIS 7:47
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:44 Brian Mason
11:44
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
bigger than the pack too
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:44 sfbaymartha
11:44
Brian Mason:
The offensive line? That's correct. Larger than Green Bay and all but two NFL teams.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:44 Brian Mason
11:44
BadgersLive:
3rd/4 WIS 34: Houston on the carry, gain of 2. Indiana will go for it. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:44 BadgersLive
11:45
Brian Mason:
Not a bad roll of the dice here for the Hoosiers
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:45 Brian Mason
11:45
Brandon Harrison:
4th/2 WIS 32: Wright-Baker on the keeper, taken down for a loss of 4. 1st and 10 Wisconsin!
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:45 Brandon Harrison
11:45
Brian Mason:
Badgers didn't buy the delayed handoff, but Wright-Baker was elusive. Nice job of staying home by Kelly and Borland to make the stop
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:45 Brian Mason
11:45
BadgersLive:
4th/2 WIS 32: Wright-Baker on the keeper, taken down for a loss of 4. 1st and 10 Wisconsin! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:45 BadgersLive
11:46
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 36: Wilson's pass incomplete.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:46 Brandon Harrison
11:46
Brian Mason:
Wilson with an overthrow on a deep pass. Wow. He's human.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:46 Brian Mason
11:46
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/10 WIS 36: Wilson's pass complete, gain of 7.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:46 Brandon Harrison
11:47
[Comment From BadgerInOhioBadgerInOhio: ]
Can you tell which way that strong wind is blowing? thanks.
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:47 BadgerInOhio
11:47
Brian Mason:
It's mostly north-to-south (with the Badgers right now), but it will swing slightly west to east (across the field)
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:47 Brian Mason
11:47
BadgersLive:
3rd/3 WIS 43: Wilson on the keeper, gain of 17. 1st and 10 Wisconsin! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:47 BadgersLive
11:47
Brian Mason:
It was a long and winding road, but Wilson picks up an impressive first down
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:47 Brian Mason
11:48
Brian Mason:
He is very elusive
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:48 Brian Mason
11:48
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
Are you sure Wilson is human?
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:48 sfbaymartha
11:48
Brian Mason:
That last run makes me question it again...
Saturday October 15, 2011 11:48 Brian Mason
11:48
BadgersLive:
1st/10 IU 40: Ball on the carry, gain of 11. 1st and 10 Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
ESPN3 just crashed for the 5th time today. Not sure if it's their problem or my computer. Thank heavens for blog & radio.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:09 Badger Rose
12:09
Brian Mason:
We'll get you through
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:09 Brian Mason
12:10
BadgerFootball:
Two rushing TDs and a passing TD give #Badgers RB Montee Ball 31 total touchdowns in his last 12 games #scoringmachine[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:10 BadgerFootball
12:11
[Comment From scottscott: ]
Can't wait to see what other play paul chryst comes up with that we have not seen yet this year with#16 behind center!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:11 scott
12:11
Brian Mason:
Have to imagine there are still some pretty cool tricks left in the bag, right?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:11 Brian Mason
12:12
BadgersLive:
Lerner kicks off for Wisconsin. Indiana returns it to their own 25-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Indiana. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:12 BadgersLive
12:13
[Comment From joejoe: ]
Who has the ball?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:13 joe
12:13
Brian Mason:
Indiana takes over after the Badgers' TD
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:13 Brian Mason
12:14
Brian Mason:
Wisconsin 28, Indiana 0 -- 4:47 2nd Quarter
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:14 Brian Mason
12:14
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 25: Houston on the carry, gain of 8.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:14 Brandon Harrison
12:15
BadgersLive:
2nd/2 IU 33: Houston runs right up the middle for a 67-yard TOUCHDOWN run. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:15 BadgersLive
12:15
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown Indiana #Hoosiers -- Stephen Houston 67-yard TD run -- Wisconsin 28, Indiana 7 -- 4:07 2nd Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:15 BadgerFootball
12:15
BadgersLive:
SCORING DRIVE: 2 plays, 75 yards, 0:40 capped by a Stephen Houston 67-yard touchdown run. #Badgers 28 #Hoosiers 7. 4:07 2Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:15 BadgersLive
12:16
Brian Mason:
Well, that didn't take long. Houston has shown some of that explosiveness today, but it just now burns the Badgers
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:16 Brian Mason
12:16
[Comment From TutTut: ]
What are the chances of wisconsin making it to the BCS Championship game?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:16 Tut
12:16
Brian Mason:
Like any team in an automatic-qualifying conference, good if they stay undefeated. What do you guys think the chances are?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:16 Brian Mason
12:17
BadgersLive:
Ewald kicks off for Indiana. White downs it in the end zone. 1st and 10 Wisconsin at their own 20-yd line. #Badgers 28 #Hoosiers 7. 4:07 2Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:17 BadgersLive
12:18
BadgersLive:
1st/10 WIS 20: Wilson's pass complete to Abbrederis, gain of 39. 1st and 10 Wisconsin at the IU 41. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:18 BadgersLive
12:18
Brian Mason:
Hoosiers with triple (!?!) coverage on Abbrederis and he still shakes the defense to easily haul in a pass from Wilson for 39
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:18 Brian Mason
12:18
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
that doesn't matter.....just go 1-0
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:18 sfbaymartha
12:18
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 41: White on the carry, gain of 7.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:18 Brandon Harrison
12:18
Brian Mason:
There you go, Martha. That's the attitude.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:18 Brian Mason
12:19
[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
There are two biases out there. One, anti-Big Ten, the other, Pro SEC, so it's an uphill battle.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:19 Bucky63
12:19
BadgersLive:
2nd/3 IU 34: White on the carry, gain of 10. 1st and 10 Wisconsin at the IU 24. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:19 BadgersLive
12:19
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 24: White on the carry, gain of 5.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:19 Brandon Harrison
12:19
BadgerFootball:
RT @NickGrays_TSB: James White looks really good today, running with a purpose #Badgers[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:19 BadgerFootball
12:20
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/5 IU 19: White on the carry, loss of 2.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:20 Brandon Harrison
12:20
[Comment From KevinKevin: ]
were is the ball
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:20 Kevin
12:20
Brian Mason:
Kevin, each of Brandon's updates includes the down, distance and location of the ball. 2nd/5 IU 19 means it's second down and 5 to go on the Indiana 19-yard line
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:20 Brian Mason
12:21
BadgersLive:
3rd/7 IU 21: Wilson's pass incomplete. Field goal unit on to attempt three points for Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:21 BadgersLive
12:21
BadgersLive:
Welch's 38-yard field goal attempt is .... GOOD! #Badgers 31 #Hoosiers 7. 1:24 2Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:21 BadgersLive
12:21
BadgerFootball:
#Badgers score! Philip Welch 38-yard field goal -- Wisconsin 31, Indiana 7 -- 1:24 2nd Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:21 BadgerFootball
12:22
BadgersLive:
Lerner kicks off for Wisconsin. Indiana returns it to their own 19-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Indiana. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:22 BadgersLive
12:23
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 19: Houston on the carry, gain of 1.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:23 Brandon Harrison
12:23
Brandon Harrison:
Timeout Wisconsin.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:23 Brandon Harrison
12:24
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/9 IU 20: Houston on the carry, gain of 2.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:24 Brandon Harrison
12:24
[Comment From tylertyler: ]
Just catching up in the game but why isn't Toon playing
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:24 tyler
12:24
Brian Mason:
He aggravated an injury to his left foot vs. Nebraska. More precautionary than anything.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:24 Brian Mason
12:26
BadgersLive:
3rd/6 IU 23: Wright-Baker's pass is INTERCEPTED by Aaron Henry, who returns the ball back to the IU 39-yard line. 1st and 10 Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:26 BadgersLive
12:26
Brian Mason:
Great job of reading the play by Aaron Henry there. He came halfway across the field to step in front of that lofted pass from Wright-Baker. Short field for UW with 50 seconds in the half
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:26 Brian Mason
12:26
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 39: Wilson's pass complete to Pedersen, gain of 7.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:26 Brandon Harrison
12:26
Brian Mason:
Officials didn't give Pedersen credit for getting out of bounds there... looked liek he did
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:26 Brian Mason
12:27
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/3 IU 32: Wilson on the keeper, takes it all the way down to the 8.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:27 Brandon Harrison
12:27
Brian Mason:
Wow. Just wow. Wilson continues to impress at every turn.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:27 Brian Mason
12:27
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
It looked like Aaron was the intended receiver!
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:27 Badger Rose
12:27
Brian Mason:
Yes it did! Great pick by Henry.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:27 Brian Mason
12:27
BadgersLive:
2nd/3 IU 32: Wilson on the keeper, takes it all the way down to the 8. 1st and GOAL. 13 seconds left. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:27 BadgersLive
12:28
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Wilson can do anything....
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:28 csWaterford66
12:28
BadgersLive:
2nd/GOAL: Wilson to Duckworth, gain of 5. Timeout Wisconsin. Third and GOAL. 7 seconds left. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:28 BadgersLive
12:29
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
How many yards combined does RW have today?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:29 Badger Rose
12:29
Brian Mason:
201 total yards for Wilson in the first half (so far...)
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:29 Brian Mason
12:29
Brian Mason:
That's 134 passing, 42 rushing and 25 receiving
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:29 Brian Mason
12:29
BadgersLive:
2nd/GOAL: Wilson's pass complete to Pedersen for a 3-yard TOUCHDOWN pass! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:29 BadgersLive
12:30
BadgerFootball:
Touchdown #Badgers! Jacob Pedersen 3-yard TD pass from #RussellWilson -- Wisconsin 38, Indiana 7 -- 0:04 2nd Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:30 BadgerFootball
12:30
BadgersLive:
SCORING DRIVE: 5 plays, 39 yards, 0:46 capped by a 3-yard TD pass from Wilson to Pedersen. #Badgers 38 #Hoosiers 7. 0:04 2Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:30 BadgersLive
12:30
Brian Mason:
Wilson did the work, but thank Aaron Henry for that score, Badger fans. He gave UW a short field to work with
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:30 Brian Mason
12:30
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
I knew they would score in the last 90 seconds.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:30 csWaterford66
12:30
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
4 seconds to go in the half. maybe the badgers can score again!
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:30 sfbaymartha
12:30
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Did that look easy or what?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:30 California Bucky
12:30
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
that was too easy!
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:30 sfbaymartha
12:30
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
As I've said before, Superman wears Russell Wilson pajamas.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:30 Badger Rose
12:31
BadgerFootball:
Last year UW led Indiana 38-10 at the half. This year? 38-7. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:31 BadgerFootball
12:31
BadgersLive:
Lerner with the squib pick, which is picked up by Indiana and returned to about the 22-yard line. HALFTIME. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:31 BadgersLive
12:31
RussellManiaXVI:
#RussellWilson with his first TD pass of the game, 3 yards to TE Jacob Pedersen. 38-7 #Badgers at halftime [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:31 RussellManiaXVI
12:31
BadgerFootball:
#Badgers injury update: Patrick Butrym's return is questionable with an ankle injury [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:31 BadgerFootball
12:32
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
What is the injury status of Butrym?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:32 Guest
12:32
Brian Mason:
There's your answer, Guest. I would be surprised to see him return today.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:32 Brian Mason
12:32
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Nice take Badger Rose.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:32 California Bucky
12:33
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Badgers have matched their 1st-half score of 38 from last year. 83 again?
1st half #s for #RussellWilson - 9-12, 142 yds, 1 TD passing / 2 rushes - 42 yards / 1 reception for 25 yards & a TD. 209 yds total offense [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:35 RussellManiaXVI
12:37
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
As before, I'm collecting locations for a geography of Bucky fans. So far, only a few out-of-state, our regular 2 in Calif, & 2 in Idaho & only 1 overseas in Germany. So from where are the rest of you following this blog?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:37 Badger Rose
12:38
Brian Mason:
Help Rose out folks...
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:38 Brian Mason
12:40
Brandon Harrison:
So, with the way these guys are playing so far this season, does anyone think this offense will go down as the greatest in Wisconsin history??
For those who need to see #RussellWilson's TD catch to believe it http://ow.ly/i/jff6[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:42 RussellManiaXVI
12:43
Brandon Harrison:
- Montee Ball also has 86 yards, 2 touchdown runs, and 1 touchdown pass to Russell Wilson. - James White with 84 yards and 1 touchdown. - Jacob Pedersen also with a touchdown and 15 receiving yards
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:43 Brandon Harrison
12:44
BadgerFootball:
#Badgers LBs getting it done: Chris Borland 9 tackles 2 TFL / Mike Taylor 8 tackles ... at halftime [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:44 BadgerFootball
12:44
[Comment From TERRY VANPATTENTERRY VANPATTEN: ]
WISCONSIN WELL GO ALL THE WAY THIS YEAR AND THEY WELL GO TO THE ROSE BOWL.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:44 TERRY VANPATTEN
12:45
Brandon Harrison:
A few of the players made it known this offseason that they still had not gotten over last season's Rose Bowl loss to TCU. I'm sure they'd love nothing more than a chance at redemption.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:45 Brandon Harrison
12:46
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
1st quarter score?
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:46 Guest
12:47
Brandon Harrison:
Halftime score: Wisconsin 38 - Indiana 7.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:47 Brandon Harrison
12:47
[Comment From TERRY VANPATTENTERRY VANPATTEN: ]
THIS YEAR THEY HAVE A REAL GOOD TEAM.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:47 TERRY VANPATTEN
12:48
BadgerFootball:
RT @ESPNCFB: Montee Ball has scored 2 or more rushing TDs in 6 straight games. Longest streak in FBS since 2005. #Wisconsin[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:48 BadgerFootball
12:48
[Comment From PERRY VANPATTENPERRY VANPATTEN: ]
YES, TERRY. THIS YEAR THEY HAVE REAL GOOD TEAM!!!111!one!
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:48 PERRY VANPATTEN
12:49
Brandon Harrison:
Badgers coming back out from the locker room. About three minutes from getting things back underway.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:49 Brandon Harrison
12:49
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
I think this is the best team Wisconsin has put on the field since the l962 team.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:49 California Bucky
12:49
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
Who cares about the Rose Bowl! New Orleans is where they need to finish the season.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:49 John
12:50
Brandon Harrison:
New Orleans would also be another nice destination come January!
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:50 Brandon Harrison
12:50
[Comment From Brazilian BadgerBrazilian Badger: ]
Who will have the ball to start the second half??
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:50 Brazilian Badger
12:50
Brandon Harrison:
Indiana will receive. They deferred to open the game, and Wisconsin received.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:50 Brandon Harrison
12:50
[Comment From SC BadgerSC Badger: ]
Nice 1st half now for the 2nd half let's see the defense clamp down. The offense has been a well oiled machine....Keep the pedal to the metal....
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:50 SC Badger
12:51
[Comment From BadgerBoyBadgerBoy: ]
What happened to Nick Toon? How bad is his injury?
WR Nick Toon out today with a left foot injury, aggravated during Nebraska game.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:51 Brandon Harrison
12:52
Brandon Harrison:
Lerner kicks off and we're back underway.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:52 Brandon Harrison
12:52
BadgersLive:
Lerner kicks off for Wisconsin. Indiana only manages to return it to their own 7-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Indiana. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:52 BadgersLive
12:53
Brandon Harrison:
Play stopped for Wisconsin injury.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:53 Brandon Harrison
12:54
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 7: Indiana on the carry, gain of 9.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:54 Brandon Harrison
12:54
BadgersLive:
2nd/1 IU 16: Hughes on the carry, 1st down. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:54 BadgersLive
12:55
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 22: Indiana's pass incomplete.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:55 Brandon Harrison
12:55
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/10 IU 22: Houston on the carry, gain of 3.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:55 Brandon Harrison
12:56
BadgersLive:
3rd/7 IU 25: Wright-Baker's pass incomplete. Indiana punt unit coming on to the field. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:56 BadgersLive
12:56
Brandon Harrison:
Well, for those asking for the Wisconsin defense to tighten up, that sure was a quick and brief series for Indiana. Nice job of holding by the Badgers.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:56 Brandon Harrison
12:57
BadgersLive:
Indiana's punt is fair caught by Abbrederis at the WIS 30-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 #Badgers. WIS 38 - IU 7. 13:20 3Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:57 BadgersLive
12:57
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 30: Ball on the carry, gain of 1.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:57 Brandon Harrison
12:58
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/8 WIS 32: Wilson's pass incomplete.
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:58 Brandon Harrison
12:58
BadgersLive:
3rd/8 WIS 32: Wilson's pass complete to Abbrederis, but short of the first down. Wisconsin special teams on to punt. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 12:58 BadgersLive
1:00
BadgersLive:
Nortman's punt returned by Indiana to their own 24-yard line where it will be 1st and 10. #Badgers 38 #Hoosiers 7. 11:52 3Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:00 BadgersLive
1:00
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Wow. Nortman on the field for 2nd time today.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:00 Badger Rose
1:01
Brandon Harrison:
It's been a rare sighting all season, it seems, when Nortman trots out on the field for Wisconsin.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:01 Brandon Harrison
1:01
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
How long will the 1st team offense be in? Bielema seems to leave them in at least until the 4th quarter.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:01 Badger Rose
1:02
Brian Mason:
He generally wants to give them as much work as he can without risking injury too much. I would guess they will play out the third quarter
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:02 Brian Mason
1:02
Brian Mason:
Back in business after some technical troubles, by the way. Apologies.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:02 Brian Mason
1:02
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
two more series, especially if they score again.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:02 sfbaymartha
1:02
BadgersLive:
1st/10 IU 24: Houston on the carry, runs for 18 yards and a first down. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:02 BadgersLive
1:02
[Comment From Chuck from TexasChuck from Texas: ]
Indiana sure seems to be able to pound our middle. No Butrym??? Kahout?
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:02 Chuck from Texas
1:02
Brian Mason:
Butrym is out after injuring an ankle in the first half
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:02 Brian Mason
1:02
[Comment From Chuck from TexasChuck from Texas: ]
Ball has dropped about three balls today he should have caught.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:02 Chuck from Texas
1:02
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 42: Indiana's pass incomplete.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:02 Brandon Harrison
1:03
Brian Mason:
Not a great day catching the ball for Montee. But he's done alright running and passing...
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:03 Brian Mason
1:03
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/10 IU 42: Hughes on the carry, loss of 4.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:03 Brandon Harrison
1:03
BadgerFootball:
#Badgers injury report: WR Fred Willis' return is questionable with a left ankle injury [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:03 BadgerFootball
1:04
BadgersLive:
3rd/14 IU 38: Roberson on the keeper, gain of 10, but short of the first. Indiana on to punt. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:04 BadgersLive
1:04
Brian Mason:
Borland gets the stop and is into double-digit tackles on the day. His career high is 11
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:04 Brian Mason
1:04
BadgersLive:
Indiana's punt fair caught by Abbrederis at the WIS 11-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Wisconsin. #Badgers 38 #Hoosiers 7. 10:03 3Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:04 BadgersLive
1:06
[Comment From Chuck from TexasChuck from Texas: ]
I am aware Butrym is out but is he that critical that we can't stop runs up the middle? Where's our 8 man defensive line that could all start? Obviously we miss him altho they have had success most of the game.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:06 Chuck from Texas
1:07
Brian Mason:
Indiana's first run play was a big burst up the middle but a lot of their success has been on the edge, too. Butrym is a loss, but I don't think it's the reason Indiana has run the ball well
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:07 Brian Mason
1:07
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Montee still leads many entire teams in touchdowns.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:07 Badger Rose
1:07
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 11: Wilson's pass complete to Abbrederis, gain of 9.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:07 Brandon Harrison
1:07
Brian Mason:
Yes he does ... all but two Big Ten teams
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:07 Brian Mason
1:08
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/1 WIS 20: White on the carry, loss of 1.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:08 Brandon Harrison
1:08
BadgersLive:
3rd/2 WIS 19: Abbrederis on the end-around, gain of 3. 1st and 10 Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:08 BadgersLive
1:09
BadgersLive:
1st/10 WIS 23: Wilson's pass complete to Abbrederis, gain of 11. 1st and 10 Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:09 BadgersLive
1:09
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 34: White on the carry, gain of 2.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:09 Brandon Harrison
1:09
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Nice awareness of marker by Jared, after a nice finish on the previous play.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:09 Badger Rose
1:10
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
abracadabra
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:10 sfbaymartha
1:10
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/8 WIS 36: White on the carry, gain of 4.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:10 Brandon Harrison
1:10
Brian Mason:
Looked like White had a nice seam over left guard, but he got tripped up. Badgers are 6 of 9 on third down today
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:10 Brian Mason
1:11
BadgersLive:
3rd/4 WIS 40: Wilson's pass incomplete. Wisconsin on to punt. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:11 BadgersLive
1:11
Brian Mason:
Fantastic punt by Nortman
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:11 Brian Mason
1:12
BadgersLive:
Nortman punts for Wisconsin, fair caught by Indiana at their own 8-yard line, where it will be 1st and 10 Indiana. WIS 38 - IU 7. 6:33 3Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:12 BadgersLive
1:12
Brian Mason:
Nortman averaging 47.7 yards on three punts today ... two of them 50-plus yards
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:12 Brian Mason
1:12
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
attendance today?
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:12 Guest
1:12
Brian Mason:
Haven't been given a report yet ... should come soon
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:12 Brian Mason
1:12
Brian Mason:
A good-looking crowd, though. Full house.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:12 Brian Mason
1:13
BadgerFootball:
47.7-yard average today... RT @msternberg76: That punt was crazy. No chance for a return as Nortman boots it 52 yards to the IU 8. #badgers[via Twitter]
Indiana's punt fair caught by Abbrederis at the WIS 46-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Wisconsin. #Badgers 45 #Hoosiers 7. 2:47 3Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:22 BadgersLive
1:23
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
Is abbrederis not on scholarship or is that someone else?
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:23 John
1:23
Brian Mason:
That is correct. He is a walk-on.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:23 Brian Mason
1:23
BadgersLive:
1st/10 WIS 46: Ball takes it left side and finds daylight, running 54 yards for a #Badgers TOUCHDOWN! [via Twitter]
Amazing to see Ball when he gets loose. Absolutely turned on the jets and pulled away after he got into the Indiana secondary.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:24 Brian Mason
1:25
BadgersLive:
Wisconsin #Badgers 52 - Indiana #Hoosiers 7 following a 54-yard rushing touchdown from Montee Ball. Ball now with 142yds, 3 TDs rushing. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:25 BadgersLive
1:25
BadgersLive:
Wisconsin kick off muffed and downed in the end zone by Indiana. 1st and 10 #Hoosiers from their own 20-yard line. 2:39 3Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:25 BadgersLive
1:25
BadgerFootball:
No doubt. Ewing & Abbrederis best blockers in the biz RT @BuckyinIA: Montee is great but Ewing should get some love for that block! #Badgers[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:25 BadgerFootball
1:26
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 20: Roberts on the carry, gain of 2.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:26 Brandon Harrison
1:26
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/8 IU 22: Indiana's pass broken up by Borland. Flag on the play.
So strange to see him not hang onto a pass ... even if it would have taken an amazing catch!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:28 Brian Mason
1:28
BadgersLive:
3rd/16 IU 14: Wright-Baker SACKED on the play by Nzegwu. Indiana on to punt. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:28 BadgersLive
1:29
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
how's bucky doing?
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:29 sfbaymartha
1:29
Brian Mason:
I'm glad I'm not him. Let's put it that way.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:29 Brian Mason
1:29
BadgersLive:
Indiana's punt waved off by Doe and downed at the Indiana 48-yard line. 1st and 10 Wisconsin. #Badgers 52 #Hoosiers 7. 0:21 3Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:29 BadgersLive
1:29
Brandon Harrison:
Brennan now in at quarterback.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:29 Brandon Harrison
1:30
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 48: White on the carry, loss of 3.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:30 Brandon Harrison
1:30
Brandon Harrison:
End of the third quarter.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:30 Brandon Harrison
1:30
BadgerFootball:
Has 18 total TDs in 6 games RT @SWatson10: When is it time to bring Ball in the #Heisman watch? Puts up points week in and week out [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:30 BadgerFootball
1:30
BadgersLive:
END OF THIRD QUARTER: Wisconsin #Badgers 52 - Indiana #Hoosiers 7. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:30 BadgersLive
1:31
BadgerFootball:
Wisconsin #Badgers 52, Indiana #Hoosiers 7 -- End of 3rd Quarter [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:31 BadgerFootball
1:32
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ]
Awesome day Badgers!!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:32 csWaterford66
1:32
Brian Mason:
Jump Around time!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:32 Brian Mason
1:32
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
Bucky's getting ready.......
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:32 sfbaymartha
1:33
Brian Mason:
Everybody jumping?
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:33 Brian Mason
1:34
BadgersLive:
2nd/13 IU 49: Brennan's pass incomplete. Third and long. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:34 BadgersLive
1:34
BadgersLive:
3rd/13 WIS 49: Brennan's pass incomplete. Wisconsin on to punt. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:34 BadgersLive
1:34
BadgerFootball:
End of the day for #RussellWilson ... 12-17, 166 yds, TD passing; 42 yds rushing; 25 yds, TD receiving #Badgers[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:34 BadgerFootball
1:35
[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
Jumping in Germany!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:35 Bucky63
1:35
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
i'm jumping on the sofa
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:35 sfbaymartha
1:35
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Unofficial roster of today's blog readers stateside: Western Alaska; Venice Beach & SF Bay, California; Pensacola, Florida; Idaho; Texas. Jump around!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:35 Badger Rose
1:35
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Unofficial roster of today's blog readers outside the US: Brussels, Belgium; Brazil; Denmark; Wiesbaden, Germany. Guess the hour is too brutal for our usual contingent in China, Korea & Singapore.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:35 Badger Rose
1:35
Brian Mason:
Another impressive list. Glad to have you all on board again today.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:35 Brian Mason
1:35
BadgersLive:
Nortman's punt fair caught by Indiana at their own 18-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Indiana. #Badgers 52 #Hoosiers 7. 14:43 4Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:35 BadgersLive
1:36
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 18: Roberson on the keeper, loss of 2.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:36 Brandon Harrison
1:36
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/10 IU 18: Roberson on the keeper, loss of 3. CORRECTION
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:36 Brandon Harrison
1:37
[Comment From lawboylawboy: ]
and Saudi Arabia...
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:37 lawboy
1:37
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ]
nope, Singpore here
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:37 DrMJG
1:37
BadgersLive:
3rd/13 IU 15: Roberson's pass incomplete, Indiana on to punt. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:37 BadgersLive
1:37
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Badger Rose - you forgot Israel on your overseas list!!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:37 Guest
1:37
[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
Wimps. I got up at 0200 to watch the Badgers beat Nebraska!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:37 Bucky63
1:37
[Comment From Chuck from TexasChuck from Texas: ]
Taylor and Borland have both played very well today.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:37 Chuck from Texas
1:37
Brian Mason:
Very well. 14 tackles (3 TFLs) for Borland and 12 tackles (0.5 TFL) for Taylor
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:37 Brian Mason
1:38
[Comment From JoDexJoDex: ]
Doing a great job Brian!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:38 JoDex
1:38
BadgersLive:
Indiana's punt fair caught by Kenzel Doe at the WIS 45-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 Wisconsin. #Badgers 52 #Hoosiers 7. 13:19 4Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:38 BadgersLive
1:38
[Comment From Chuck from TexasChuck from Texas: ]
those balls were rifled by Brennan but shouldn't they have been caught?
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:38 Chuck from Texas
1:38
Brian Mason:
There have been more drops today than anyone would like to see. I like that things are rolling along well enough that we're nit-picking about missed connections up 52-7 in the fourth quarter, though...
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:38 Brian Mason
1:38
[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
MSU up 21-7 on Big Blue. Always happy to see Michigan lose.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:38 Bucky63
1:38
Brian Mason:
Badgers in for a big test in East Lansing. Sparty can play defense.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:38 Brian Mason
1:39
[Comment From Dale E BadgerfanDale E Badgerfan: ]
Attempting to check in again, following in Guyana.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:39 Dale E Badgerfan
1:39
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Check in from Taiwan !! Go Badgers
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:39 Guest
1:39
Brian Mason:
Add 'em to the list, Rose!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:39 Brian Mason
1:39
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Lake Tahoe here
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:39 Guest
1:40
RussellManiaXVI:
Looks like #RussellWilson is done for the day. In 3 quarters, 12-of-17, 166 yds, TD passing / 2 rushes - 42 yds / 1 reception - 25 yds, TD [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:40 RussellManiaXVI
1:40
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 45: Brennan's pass incomplete.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:40 Brandon Harrison
1:40
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Marshfield, Mass here
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:40 Guest
1:40
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Well done, Dr. from Singapore! Hey, I only write the ones I see. Welcome, all!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:40 Badger Rose
1:41
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/10 WIS 45: Lewis on the carry, gain of 6.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:41 Brandon Harrison
1:42
BadgersLive:
3rd/4 IU 49: Lewis on the carry, gain of 6 and a Wisconsin first down. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:42 BadgersLive
1:42
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 43: Lewis on the carry, gain of 3.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:42 Brandon Harrison
1:43
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/7 WIS 40: Brennan's pass complete to Doe, gain of 1.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:43 Brandon Harrison
1:44
BadgerFootball:
Hard to argue! RT @Riebs0021: I'm convinced there is no better tradition in college football then Jump Around. #badgers[via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:44 BadgerFootball
1:44
BadgersLive:
3rd/7 WIS 40: Brennan SACKED on the play. Wisconsin on to punt. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:44 BadgersLive
1:45
BadgersLive:
Wisconsin's punt downed at the one-yard line. 1st and 10 Indiana, backed WAY up in their own territory. #Badgers 52 #Hoosiers 7. 9:49 4Q. [via Twitter]
Corrected roster of today's blog readers outside the US: Brussels, Belgium; Brazil; Denmark; Wiesbaden, Germany; Guyana; Israel; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; & 2 in Taiwan. For those last 3 it's the middle of the night! On Wisconsin!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:45 Badger Rose
1:45
[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
Okay, glad to see the Far East checking in. I apologize.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:45 Bucky63
1:45
[Comment From GregGreg: ]
Reading, but not writing in Batumi, Georgia
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:45 Greg
1:46
[Comment From DJ in BELDJ in BEL: ]
From Belgium..with the Brewers in the NLCS, Packers late, etc. the sports sched has actually been brutal overseas. glad to see this one is prime time.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:46 DJ in BEL
1:46
[Comment From BadgerBoy56BadgerBoy56: ]
Cheering Bucky in Nasville. Place is crawling with Georgia fans vs Vandy
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:46 BadgerBoy56
1:46
[Comment From bgky65bgky65: ]
Kentucky too
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:46 bgky65
1:46
Brian Mason:
About time Brad Nortman gets some work this season! Averaged 44.4 yards on 4 punts today (2 of them 50+ yards) and three downed inside the 20.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:46 Brian Mason
1:46
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Excellent special team coverage on that kick.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:46 California Bucky
1:47
[Comment From California BuckyCalifornia Bucky: ]
Doesn't like Brennan is quite ready for prime time. Good thing we have Wilson for the season.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:47 California Bucky
1:47
BadgersLive:
1st/10 IU 1: Houston on the carry, gain of 1. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:47 BadgersLive
1:48
[Comment From p/cp/c: ]
Don't for get those of us in N H and Vermnot
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:48 p/c
1:48
Brian Mason:
Joey's time will come. He's getting plenty of work this year, though, with all of the large margins of victory
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:48 Brian Mason
1:48
[Comment From lawboylawboy: ]
There's no drinking in Saudi Arabia and the weekend is Thursday and Friday. Not as festive as Belgium, etc I suppose... :-)
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:48 lawboy
1:48
BadgersLive:
2nd/9 IU 2: Indiana fumbles the snap, recovered by Landisch for a #Badgers TOUCHDOWN! [via Twitter]
Glad to see coach not keeping Wilson out there to pump up his numbers. You're right, Brennan will get some good reps in.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:50 California Bucky
1:50
[Comment From BadgerBoy56BadgerBoy56: ]
Is Derek Landish in at LB? True freshman with real potential.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:50 BadgerBoy56
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Brian Mason:
Definitely. Coaches have liked Landisch's approach from fall camp through the early part of the season
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:50 Brian Mason
1:50
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ]
go bucky, go!
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:50 sfbaymartha
1:50
[Comment From BadgerBoy56BadgerBoy56: ]
OMG - I just sent Landish comment and then saw he scored!!!! My son played with him last year at Arrowhead High
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:50 BadgerBoy56
1:51
Brian Mason:
That's what we call good timing...
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:51 Brian Mason
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[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
Sorry Saudi. Glad to be in Germany with a nice fire, and of course, plenty of good brew. :-)
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:51 Bucky63
1:52
BadgersLive:
Wisconsin kickoff returned by Indiana out to their own 41-yard line. 1st and 10. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:52 BadgersLive
1:52
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 IU 41: Roberson's pass complete, gain of six.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:52 Brandon Harrison
1:52
BadgersLive:
2nd/4 IU 47: Roberson's pass complete, gain of 4. 1st and 10 Indiana. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:52 BadgersLive
1:53
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 49: Houston on the carry, gain of 1.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:53 Brandon Harrison
1:54
Brandon Harrison:
Timeout for injured Indiana Hoosier
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:54 Brandon Harrison
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[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Corrected unofficial roster of today's blog readers stateside: Western Alaska; Venice Beach & SF Bay, California; Lake Tahoe (California or Nevada?); Pensacola, Florida; Batumi, Georgia (unless that's the former Soviet republic of Georgia); Idaho; Kentucky; Marshfield, Massachusetts; New Hampshire; Nashville, Tennessee; Texas; & Vermont.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:55 Badger Rose
1:56
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/9 WIS 48: Roberson on the keeper, loss of 1.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:56 Brandon Harrison
1:57
BadgersLive:
3rd/10 WIS 49: Roberson on the keeper, gain of 1. Indiana on to punt. Timeout Wisconsin for injured player. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:57 BadgersLive
1:58
BadgersLive:
Indiana's punt fair caught by Kenzel Doe at the Wisconsin 14-yard line where it will be 1st and 10 #Badgers. UW 59 - IU 7. 7:04 4Q. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:58 BadgersLive
1:58
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 14: Lewis on the carry, gain of 9.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:58 Brandon Harrison
1:59
BadgersLive:
2nd/1 WIS 23: Lewis on the carry, gain of 7 1st and 10 Wisconsin. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:59 BadgersLive
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[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Obviously, Badger fans circle the globe. Thanks
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:59 Badger Rose
1:59
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ]
Thanks to Brian and Brandon for keeping us all connected.
Saturday October 15, 2011 1:59 Badger Rose
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[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
who was the injured Badger?
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:00 Guest
2:00
Brandon Harrison:
A.J. Fenton. No word yet on specifics.
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:00 Brandon Harrison
2:00
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 WIS 30: FLAG - Holding, 10-yard penalty, repeat down.
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:00 Brandon Harrison
2:00
[Comment From GregGreg: ]
Batumi in the COUNTRY of Georgia !!! On the Black Sea!
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:00 Greg
2:00
[Comment From GregGreg: ]
Yesm the former Soviet State.
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:00 Greg
2:01
Brandon Harrison:
1st/20 WIS 20: Lewis on the carry, no gain.
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:01 Brandon Harrison
2:01
[Comment From Bucky63Bucky63: ]
Michigan just scored. MSU 21, Mich 14
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:01 Bucky63
2:01
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/20 WIS 20: Lewis on the carry, gain of 4.
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:01 Brandon Harrison
2:01
BadgerFootball:
RT @UWMadison: Hoping today's game is the start of a winning Wisconsin weekend! Let's go @Brewers and @Packers! [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:01 BadgerFootball
2:02
BadgersLive:
3rd/16 WIS 24: Delay of Game, five-yard penalty, repeat third down. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:02 BadgersLive
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BadgersLive:
3rd/21 WIS 19: Brennan on the keeper, gain of 31. 1st and 10 Wisconsin at midfield. [via Twitter]
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:03 BadgersLive
2:03
Brandon Harrison:
1st/10 50: Lewis on the carry, gain of 5.
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:03 Brandon Harrison
2:04
Brandon Harrison:
2nd/5 IU 45: Lewis on the carry, gain of 7, but flag on the play.
Saturday October 15, 2011 2:04 Brandon Harrison
2:04
Brandon Harrison:
FLAG: Holding, offense, 10-yard penalty, repeat second down.
By Ross LaDue on October 14, 2011 12:28 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 3-2 win over No. 3 Minnesota at the Kohl Center on Oct. 14, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
By Mike Lucas on October 13, 2011 5:56 PM
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Curt Phillips was patient with the questioner who had lost track of the count.
Phillips was OK with that memory lapse. Just don't count him out. Not yet.
"Three surgeries,'' said Phillips, the 21-year-old UW quarterback. "I've had three ACLs.''
All three anterior cruciate ligament procedures have been performed on his right knee.
"After the third one,'' said Phillips, a senior from Kingsport, Tenn., "they don't think that having additional surgeries compounds it or makes it any worse.
"I honestly think having the experience of having done it twice is going to help me. I'll be able to push it. While I say that, I want to be safe. I know what I can do to progress it.
"I don't really have a timetable,'' added Phillips, who's working on his second major.
"I want to make sure I do everything right and heal up this time, however much time it takes. Obviously, I'd like to get as much spring ball as I can but ultimately I need to be ready to go next fall.''
Phillips was speaking after Tuesday's practice, during which he spent most of his time standing next to Nate Tice, one of the backup quarterbacks who signals plays on to the field during game days.
Phillips is planning on standing next to Tice on Saturday, too, when the Badgers play Homecoming host to the Indiana Hoosiers at Camp Randall Stadium.
"I'm excited to get back on the sidelines even though I'm not playing,'' said Phillips, who will not be in uniform. "I've been watching the games from the press box.
"Just having the headset back on and communicating (with the other quarterbacks and offensive coordinator Paul Chryst) is definitely a step in the right direction and I'm excited for it.''
Phillips has not played in a game since the 2009 season. He first tore his ACL during a spring scrimmage in March of 2010 and then tore it again during practice in early November of the same year.
Last spring, Phillips took some reps in seven-on-seven, non-contact passing drills, which prompted UW coach Bret Bielema to say afterward, "He's kind of a genetic freak.''
Subsequently, though, a knee infection necessitated a third surgery.
"Honestly, the second time it happened might have been even more frustrating than the third time,'' he said, "just because I knew that there wasn't anything I could have done about the last one.
"It wasn't like I made a move too quickly on the field. It was an infection and I couldn't control it. The only thing I can control now is the effort that I'm putting into it (the rehab) to come back.''
The school will have to petition the NCAA in order to get Phillips another year of eligibility. "I haven't played in two seasons,'' he said pleading his case. "That's kind of what the rule is for.''
That begs the question, why? Why does he still want to play football?
"When something is taken away from you that you love it shows you how much you do love it,'' Phillips said. "It shows you how you take certain things for granted. Now you're even more hungry.''
Throughout the multiple surgeries and rehabs, Phillips has been grateful for many things in his life, not the least of which has been the support of his parents, Jim and Drenda.
"Obviously, they're looking out for my health in the long run,'' he said, "but they never wanted to tell me what to do. They leave the decisions up to me.''
It doesn't hurt that Phillips' dad is a radiologist.
"Being a physician, he knows what's going on,'' he said. "While he's not an orthopedic surgeon, he can communicate with the physicians here. He always makes sure I'm informed.
"My mom is just hoping for no more surgeries. She doesn't necessarily want me to give it up. They've both been very supportive and encouraging through the whole thing.''
If his knee heals, what kind of quarterback can Curt Phillips still be?
"I honestly I think I will be a more complete quarterback,'' he said, adding that he has picked up things from watching Scott Tolzien and Russell Wilson. "I've been able to learn from both guys.''
This fall, Phillips has also shared some of his frustrations with quarterback Jon Budmayr, who has been sidelined indefinitely with an elbow injury that has resulted in some nerve damage to his arm.
"Jon is a good friend,'' Phillips said, "and we've talked about things. He's kind of in the same boat. But he's extremely self-motivated and I have no doubt he will be ready to go, too.''
The operative word would be "too.''
Phillips is counting on being ready -- too.
"Initially when I was on crutches, I wasn't really around that much,'' he said of practice. "But the past two weeks, I've been around the team more and it has been kind of a pick-me-up.''
His dad has shared a Neil Young line with him: Better to burn out than to rust out, or fade away.
By Anna Poulter-Hendrickson on October 13, 2011 4:39 PM
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Unsung heroes. Every sport has them. In the sport of soccer,
it is typically the defenders that fall into that category. They play day in
and day out, without the glory of the offensive positions. Rarely do they score
a point, maybe an assist here and there.And when the team records a shutout, it usually isn't defenders getting
the credit. Yet without them, the game wouldn't be the same.
UW defenders Blake Succa and David Caban are two players
that exemplify the role of the defender. Both have seen action in all 12 of
Wisconsin's games this season, with Succa starting every contest. Both play
hard every minute they are on the field and play even harder in the final
minutes of the game, yet neither has been the subject of a postgame interview
or earned a weekly honor.
"Defending starts the attack," Caban stated. "It is always
nice when you get to blow up a challenge with an opposing midfielder as he is
coming down at you, and then you win the tackle and start the attack to the
next play."
"Our main job is to slow down the other team's attack so
that our attackers can get back and get behind the ball," said Succa.
"If someone is under pressure I can be an outlet for them,"
added Caban. "If the attack can't break through, they always have options back
to relieve the pressure."
The strength of UW's defense was put the to the test in
Sunday's 2-1 win over Michigan. The Wolverines came out of halftime with a two-goal
deficit and tested the Badgers' defense with 16 shots in the second half,
including six on net.
"We had the lead and we stayed calm," Caban said. "We knew
that once they came at us we had to hold solid and make sure we preserved the
lead and try to get the win. We used the motivation to stay undefeated in the
Big Ten as a little extra push."
UW's defense held and the Badgers earned their first-ever
win over Michigan in Ann Arbor; a fact that shouldn't go unnoted as the team
travels to Ann Arbor in November for the Big Ten Tournament.
Last week during a commercial break on the Barry Alvarez radio show, the University of Wisconsin's director of athletics had a big grin and said, "Isn't it fun when you win?"
All I could do was smile and nod -- and remember to way it was in the late 1980s. Back then I was doing morning sports updates for WTSO Radio, which in those days was a country music station. It seemed every Monday the weekend recaps centered on how the Badgers lost on Saturday, and how the Packers lost on Sunday.
As for interest in the Brewers, that generally faded by about the end of July. Beyond the greatness of Robin Yount and Paul Molitor, and the occasional streak, the highlights were few and far between.
It is a good thing our radio station played a lot of Garth Brooks and Randy Travis tunes. Had WTSO been a sports talk station in those times, there would have been very little to chat about. A show once a week was about all anyone, hosts or listeners, could tolerate.
Oh, my how things have changed, and what a stretch this is for Cheesehead Nation.
The defending Super Bowl champion Packers remain unbeaten. Aaron Rodgers might be the best player in the NFL. The Wisconsin Badgers are unbeaten and ranked fourth. Russell Wilson might be the best player in the Big Ten, and he appears to be a legitimate Heisman Trophy candidate. The Milwaukee Brewers are NL Central Division champions, and currently are battling rival St. Louis for the right to advance to the World Series. Ryan Braun and Prince Fielder are top MVP candidates.
There is all of that, plus, could we have had better weather around here the past 10 days or so? I mean, if this is what heaven is like, sign me up.
Who knows how these stories will end, but I would suggest -- at least for now -- this state is the envy of most sports enthusiasts in the country.
Other places have had multiple champions, and I certainly am not assuming that it will happen in Wisconsin, but what is going on now seemed so unlikely in the late 1980s and early '90s. The mere suggestion of this type of stretch would get you laughed out of the room.
Alvarez often tells the story of coaching his first game in 1990. On the bus ride from the team hotel to the stadium, he has said "You could fire a cannon down the street and not hit anyone." He was right. It was all he and his staff could do to create any excitement with a fan base that was staying away in droves.
The once proud Packers franchise fell on hard times, as Lindy Infante's team finished 4-12 in 1988. The following year was much better, but they fell just short of a playoff berth. The next two years produced a 10-22 record. A college-aged Packers fan today cannot relate to such futility.
As the NLCS progresses, no doubt there will be some tense moments that will have Brewers fans biting their finger nails.
Perhaps one week, the Packers will need a late fourth-quarter drive to win a game.
As for the Badgers, do not expect them to win by 30-plus points a week. In time, they too will have a couple of those down-to-the-wire affairs that will keep you glued to your TVs and radios.
Enjoy every second of it. As a fan, there will be moments that might make your stomach do flip-flops, but this is only because your teams are playing on big stages.
There are those who say this is as good as it gets. Right now, that is true. Then again, it is possible -- I repeat, possible -- that the best could get even better.
Wisconsin coach Bret Bielema generally likes to stand directly behind the linebackers when the scout team defense is matched against the No. 1 offense during an inside drill.
From his vantage point, Bielema exhorts the linebackers to "Fill hard!'' or "Play with your hands!'' Usually those linebackers are Jake Keefer from Woodville and Derek Watt from Pewaukee.
Both are true freshmen who are being redshirted this season.
"He'll watch every single play, and he definitely hones in on the scout defense,'' Watt said of Bielema. "It's good to know that's he's watching and evaluating and we're not off on our own.
"It would be no different if he wasn't watching; we'd still play the same way. But it's comforting to know that he's taking the time and paying attention to what we're doing.''
Not much gets past Bielema, who's constantly encouraging and pushing his younger players to get better. That's especially true during the developmental practices each Sunday.
These sessions are designed for anybody on the depth chart who didn't play the day before -- and some who did play but got limited work. Starters are excluded.
Bielema likes to use the examples of tight end Jacob Pedersen and offensive lineman Ryan Groy as players who have developed the fastest and made the greatest strides during these practices.
"We may not be preparing you this week to win a game next week,'' Bielema will tell the players. "But we may be preparing you to win the third game next year.
"I want them to think that way.''
Bielema has already formulated some positive thoughts on Keefer and Watt.
"Anything you throw at him,'' he said of Keefer, "he goes a million miles an hour. Out there the other day, he was screaming and yelling because he wanted to get more reps."
"Derek Watt is going to be OK," Bielema added. "If he doesn't stay at linebacker, he might grow into big brother's (spot). He's got those size 14 canoes and he's a really, really hard worker just like J.J. Watt was.''
Former Wisconsin defensive end J.J. Watt, a first-round NFL draft choice of the Houston Texans, stands 6-6 and weighs 292. His younger brother, Derek, is 6-2, 215.
Derek Watt has already had a growth spurt from the comprehension standpoint.
"When you come here, you get so much better the first few days,'' he said of the August training camp. "It's the things that you learn and the guys that you're going against that makes you better.
"Every day in practice I've been going up against the top offensive line in the country -- at least in our eyes -- and I've gotten better in my techniques, playing with my hands and getting off cut blocks.''
Besides playing linebacker, Watt rushed for 2,685 yards and 44 touchdowns as a prep tailback.
"Playing both ways in high school, you know what they (running backs) are thinking and you can kind of anticipate things,'' he said. "You can see what they're seeing when the hole opens up.''
Derek Watt communicates once a week with his older brother.
"J.J. knows what it's like being on the scout team and he just reminds me to stay motivated and keep working hard,'' Derek said.
"He tells me, 'Let your work do the talking. There are eyes on you at all times; cameras at all angles during practice, so you can't take any plays off. Do what you can do to help the team out.'''
He appreciates the advice because it hits so close to home. "I'm not getting on the field anytime this year,'' he said, "so I'm just trying to help the guys who are and hopefully get my time next year.''
Watt and Keefer are going through similar transitions as redshirts to college football.
"We spent so much time together all summer,'' Watt said, "and now that Derek is over in the two deep and actually getting playing time, it's just me and Jake working together on scout team.''
Derek is Derek Landisch, a true freshman linebacker from Hartland-Arrowhead High School. In addition to contributing on special teams, he has been getting more and more snaps on defense.
"He's not No. 44 (Chris Borland),'' Bielema said of Landisch. "But he's not far away.''
Bielema suggested moving Landisch to Mike linebacker. At the moment, he sees Jake Keefer in the middle, too, with Derek Watt on the outside. "It's just a good group,'' Bielema emphasized.
Bound only to get better while developing at their own pace.
If nothing else, they each know that Bielema will be watching.
By Ross LaDue on October 9, 2011 12:25 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 3-2 overtime win over No. 6 North Dakota at the Kohl Center on Oct. 9, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
By Ross LaDue on October 8, 2011 12:21 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 5-2 win over No. 6 North Dakota at the Kohl Center on Oct. 8, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
By Mike Lucas on October 7, 2011 10:04 AM
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A year ago, Bill Butters wasn't quite sure what he was getting himself into.
"Being an ex-Minnesota player and an ex-Gophers coach,'' said Butters (right), "there was a little friction and I felt a little stress.''
A year ago, Gary Shuchuk wasn't quite sure what he was getting himself into, either.
"I never thought I'd be friends with a Gopher,'' kidded Shuchuk, the ex-Badger. "But we're good friends. I don't look at Bill as a colleague or a coach. I look at him as a close friend that I can talk to.''
A year ago, UW men's hockey Mike Eaves hired Butters and Shuchuk as assistant coaches.
That necessitated some adjustments for everyone throughout the transition period.
"Not knowing how Mike coaches,'' Butters said, "it was all new.''
"Last year,'' Shuchuk said, "there was a learning curve for me coaching at this level.''
A year later, Eaves feels much more comfortable with Butters and Shuchuk. And vice versa.
"They know our systems,'' said Eaves, adding that he has been "able to delegate more comfortably'' with Butters and Shuchuk and knowing that "takes a load off my mind.''
As a result, Eaves said, "I can be detailed about other things in terms of individual stuff with players, so we're definitely well ahead of the curve.''
As a player, Butters skated for Glen Sonmor and Herb Brooks at Minnesota. He was a no-nonsense defenseman. As a coach, Butters was an assistant with the Gophers for 10 seasons.
Hence, he went through an understandable orientation to Badger hockey.
What's the biggest difference from last season to this season?
"I'm a little bit more relaxed,'' Butters said. "I think I know a little more, I'm a little wiser and I'm a little bit more comfortable. I also have a few players that I actually recruited (on the roster).''
That would be Patrick Daly, a defenseman from Victoria, Minn.; Joseph LaBate, a freshman forward from Eagan, Minn.; and Brad Navin, a freshman forward from Waupaca, Wis.
Eaves put Butters in charge of the blue line corps. "And I'm more comfortable with them,'' Butters said of his returning players, "and they're more comfortable with me.''
Butters' transition extended beyond the ice. He also had to adjust to a new campus and community; and a new coaching environment within the UW athletic department.
"I had a good session with Bret Bielema the other day,'' Butters said of the UW football coach. "We had a recruit in town and he (Bielema) was wonderful.
"He took about 20 minutes to talk with him while the team was practicing. Just to see that side of the Badgers (family) and how everyone is pulling for each other is cool.''
Shuchuk was once an integral playing member of the Badger family. In 1990, he was an All-American and the leading scorer on a UW team that won the national championship.
"This being my second year on the coaching staff, I really feel a part of the program,'' Shuchuk said. "I know when I can speak up without stepping on Mike's or Bill's toes.
"Now I feel more comfortable with what I'm capable of doing. What's even better is I'm still learning from those guys. The three of us enjoy each other's company.
"We just love coming to work every day. We don't see it as a job. And we want to convey that to the boys in the locker room that 'You play this game to have fun.'''
Of course, it's more fun when you're winning hockey games on a consistent basis. That will be a challenge this season with so many freshmen and sophomores on the roster and so much inexperience on the ice.
"We're a young team and we realize that as a staff,'' Butters said. "We're not putting any pressure on the players. But we're not saying 'We're young' so we can lose 20 games and that's OK.
"We want to win here and we want our young guys to grow up real quick, if they can. But we know there might be some growing pains with them early on and we're going to be patient with them.''
Butters has more answers than questions with his returning defensemen. That includes an All-American and top-10 Hobey Baker Award finalist in Justin Schultz, who led the Badgers in scoring last season.
Complementing Schultz will be team captain John Ramage. "Our blue line should be a strength for us,'' said Butters. "That should give our forwards a chance to grow a little bit.''
Butters is counting on getting contributions from Frankie Simonelli, Joe Faust and Eric Springer, the lone senior. "They'll all get some playing time,'' he pointed out.
A freshman, Jake McCabe, will also factor into the mix. "He's kind of like Jake Gardiner (who signed with Toronto),'' Butters said. "He's got a good stick; he's a good skater and a strong kid.''
That has always been a teaching point for Butters -- how a defenseman handles his stick.
"I think the guys are more used to how I want them to play,'' he said. "I'd like our guys to be more like me (as a player). But I'd have liked to have been more like them. They have a lot more talent.
"We just need to be a little more physical. I'm not asking Justin Schultz to crush guys. But John Ramage and some others have that 'crush-ability' and they should step into a few more bodies.''
Shuchuk likes the energy and emotion that Ramage brings to the rink. "He's a steady guy who plays the game with heart,'' he said, "and he's trying to share his passion with a lot of the other guys.''
The competition should be pretty intense for spots on the forward lines, he added.
"If you want to play and be in the starting lineup, you have to show us,'' Shuchuk said. "We're basically having open auditions for a lot of things; power play, penalty-killing. That's the intriguing thing.
"I'd love to be a player coming in here right now. If you weren't hyped as a goal-scorer or a first-line player, this is your chance to prove that 'This is my spot now.'''
That would also apply to the three goaltenders: Mitch Thompson, Joel Rumpel and Landon Peterson. "Who wants to take the bull by the horn and be the number one guy?'' Shuchuk asked.
That will be answered in time. "That's going to be an important part,'' Butters said, "to see how we play in our zone and give those guys (the goalies) some confidence.''
Shuchuk nodded and said, "Our defensive corps is a huge catalyst.''
It will be hard to miss Wisconsin football coach Bret Bielema if you tune into an ESPN network on Friday.
Taking advantage of the No. 4 Badgers' bye week, Bielema will spend the day in Bristol, Conn., to appear on a number of TV and radio shows.
Here's a look at Bielema's scheduled appearances (Central time):
- 8:40 a.m. SportsCenter - ESPN - 10 a.m. SportsNation Chat - ESPN.com - 11:40 a.m. SportsCenter - ESPN - 12:30 p.m. Scott Van Pelt Show - ESPNews / ESPN Radio - 2:20 p.m. SportsCenter - ESPNews - 2:30 p.m. College Football Live - ESPN2 - 3 p.m. College Football Live (Replay) - ESPNU - 4 p.m. SportsNation - ESPNU - 5:20 p.m. SportsCenter - ESPN - 7 p.m. College Football Live Pregame Show - ESPN
In addition to his broadcast schedule, Bielema also will spend time recording a podcast, sitting down with the crew from College GameDay Radio and conducting an interview with ESPN The Magazine.
In all, Bielema will put in a full nine hours on the Bristol campus.
By Anna Poulter-Hendrickson on October 5, 2011 3:09 PM
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The Wisconsin men's soccer team has earned a No. 25 ranking in the latest Soccer America Top 25 poll. Creighton, UW's opponent in tonight's game, is ranked fifth. The Bluejays fell from the third spot after suffering their first loss of the season to Maryland.
The Badgers also earned a spot on this week's Tournament 48 rankings by Top Drawer Soccer. The rankings are a running attempt to project the postseason college soccer tournament qualifiers, including every automatic conference berth. UW earned the 30th spot on the list, while Creighton is sixth.
Wisconsin hosts Creighton at 7 p.m. on Oct. 5 at the McClimon Complex. The Bluejays enter the game fresh off of their first loss of the season, while the Badgers are looking to extend their unbeaten streak to six games.
By Other Contributors on October 5, 2011 1:48 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 2-1 overtime loss to No. 5 Creighton at the McClimon Complex on Oct. 5, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
Welcome to tonight's live coverage of Wisconsin's men's soccer!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:33 Hayley Kuepers
6:34
Hayley Kuepers:
The Badgers will be facing the No. 5 Creighton Bluejays tonight!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:34 Hayley Kuepers
6:34
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
What is your guess? I am saying 5-0 UW.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:34 Guest
6:35
Hayley Kuepers:
Any predictions?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:35 Hayley Kuepers
6:36
Hayley Kuepers:
The Badgers are 2-7-1 all-time against the Jays and 1-2-1 against Creighton in Madison.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:36 Hayley Kuepers
6:37
Badgers warming up for game vs. Creighton
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:37
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Hayley Kuepers:
The Badgers are coming of a stunning, 2-0, upset of then No. 6 Indiana on Sunday, while Creighton is coming off its first loss of the season. The Bluejays suffered a 1-0 loss to then No. 3 Maryland on Friday.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:38 Hayley Kuepers
6:38
Hayley Kuepers:
Game time is set for 7 p.m.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:38 Hayley Kuepers
6:39
[Comment From Richard PresserRichard Presser: ]
I predicted 2-0 against IU, so lets stay with the same 2-0 against Creighton
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:39 Richard Presser
6:40
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
I can live with that
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:40 Guest
6:40
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
What is the weather like back in Madison?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:40 Guest
6:41
Hayley Kuepers:
We had another gorgeous day today here in Madison, and it's turning into a beautiful night!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:41 Hayley Kuepers
6:42
Hayley Kuepers:
Game time temperature is 72 degrees.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:42 Hayley Kuepers
6:43
Hayley Kuepers:
Here are the starting lineups for tonight's game.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:43 Hayley Kuepers
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Hayley Kuepers:
For Creighton:
#1, Brian Holt #3, Tyler Polak #6, Dion Acoff #7, Bruno Castro #9, Eric Miller #11, Greg Jordan #15, Andrew Duran #16, Ethan Finlay #21, Jace Peters #25, Jake Brown #28, Andrew Ribeiro
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:46 Hayley Kuepers
6:48
Hayley Kuepers:
And for Wisconsin:
#2, AJ Cochran #4, Paul Yonga #5, David Caban #10, Tomislav Zadro #11, Joey Tennyson #12, Trevor Wheeler #13, Nick Janus #18, Blake Succa #19, Arnel Zahirovic #22, Chris Prince #30, Max Jentsch
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:48 Hayley Kuepers
6:50
Hayley Kuepers:
Players are still warming up and starting lineups will be announced in about 3 minutes
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:50 Hayley Kuepers
6:58
Hayley Kuepers:
Starting lineups are being announced.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 6:58 Hayley Kuepers
7:01
Hayley Kuepers:
The Badgers are in all red tonight, while Creighton is in all white.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:01 Hayley Kuepers
7:02
Hayley Kuepers:
We're ready to go!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:02 Hayley Kuepers
7:02
Hayley Kuepers:
Game time!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:02 Hayley Kuepers
7:03
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro brings the ball downfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:03 Hayley Kuepers
7:03
Hayley Kuepers:
foul UW
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:03 Hayley Kuepers
7:03
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Duran with the ball in Creighton's backfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:03 Hayley Kuepers
7:03
Hayley Kuepers:
Prince brings it past midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:03 Hayley Kuepers
7:03
Hayley Kuepers:
back to Yonga
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:03 Hayley Kuepers
7:04
Hayley Kuepers:
Succa with the ball, Castro defends
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:04 Hayley Kuepers
7:04
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton foul
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:04 Hayley Kuepers
7:04
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton kicks it out, UW throw in
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:04 Hayley Kuepers
7:04
Hayley Kuepers:
Wheeler will take it past midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:04 Hayley Kuepers
7:04
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton throw in
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:04 Hayley Kuepers
7:05
Hayley Kuepers:
Polak will take it, foul Creighton
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:05 Hayley Kuepers
7:05
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro will take the kick just past midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:05 Hayley Kuepers
7:05
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran with a shot, Holt save
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:05 Hayley Kuepers
7:06
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton brings it downfield now
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:06 Hayley Kuepers
7:06
Hayley Kuepers:
Finlay with the ball in the corner
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:06 Hayley Kuepers
7:06
Hayley Kuepers:
taken away by UW defense
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:06 Hayley Kuepers
7:06
Hayley Kuepers:
Holt comes out of goal to take the ball
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:06 Hayley Kuepers
7:06
Hayley Kuepers:
Ribeiro works with it at center mid
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:06 Hayley Kuepers
7:07
Hayley Kuepers:
foul UW, in Creighton's attacking third
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:07 Hayley Kuepers
7:07
Hayley Kuepers:
Acoff will take the kick
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:07 Hayley Kuepers
7:07
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton takes a shot, too high
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:07 Hayley Kuepers
7:07
Hayley Kuepers:
Jentsch with a goal kick
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:07 Hayley Kuepers
7:08
Hayley Kuepers:
Polak works with the ball in backfield, Tennyson charges
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:08 Hayley Kuepers
7:08
Hayley Kuepers:
Zahirovic sends the ball toward the goal, Holt picks it up
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:08 Hayley Kuepers
7:08
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton throw in past midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:08 Hayley Kuepers
7:09
Hayley Kuepers:
foul UW, just past midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:09 Hayley Kuepers
7:10
Hayley Kuepers:
Polak sends it back to Ribeiro
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:10 Hayley Kuepers
7:10
Hayley Kuepers:
Yonga chases the ball down in the corner
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:10 Hayley Kuepers
7:10
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
HOW IS THE TEAM FEELING?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:10 Guest
7:11
Hayley Kuepers:
they look confident, playing aggressively
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:11 Hayley Kuepers
7:11
Hayley Kuepers:
Polak with the ball, over to Duran
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:11 Hayley Kuepers
7:11
Hayley Kuepers:
throw in UW
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:11 Hayley Kuepers
7:11
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro goes after it
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:11 Hayley Kuepers
7:12
Hayley Kuepers:
Zahirovic sends it downfield again, Holt takes the ball
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:12 Hayley Kuepers
7:12
Hayley Kuepers:
Brown with the ball on the outside
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:12 Hayley Kuepers
7:12
Hayley Kuepers:
throw in UW
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:12 Hayley Kuepers
7:13
Hayley Kuepers:
throw in Creighton in its backfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:13 Hayley Kuepers
7:14
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro brings the ball past midfield, Holt comes out of goal to kick the ball away
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:14 Hayley Kuepers
7:14
Hayley Kuepers:
throw in UW before midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:14 Hayley Kuepers
7:14
Hayley Kuepers:
Tennyson chases it down
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:14 Hayley Kuepers
7:15
Hayley Kuepers:
beats the ball, UW throw in
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:15 Hayley Kuepers
7:15
Hayley Kuepers:
Prince with the ball on the outside, goal kick Creighton
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:15 Hayley Kuepers
7:15
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran heads it out to Tennyson
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:15 Hayley Kuepers
7:16
Hayley Kuepers:
Janus chases it down in opposite corner, Creighton throw in
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:16 Hayley Kuepers
7:16
Hayley Kuepers:
Yonga with the ball, Finlay charges, but not before Yonga gets rid of it
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:16 Hayley Kuepers
7:16
[Comment From GUESTGUEST: ]
This is a nice service, since there is no video, thanks for doing this...
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:16 GUEST
7:18
Hayley Kuepers:
no problem, glad you're enjoying it!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:18 Hayley Kuepers
7:18
Hayley Kuepers:
Acoff brings the ball downfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:18 Hayley Kuepers
7:18
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Is Creighton or Indiana a better side?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:18 Guest
7:18
Hayley Kuepers:
UW throw in its backfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:18 Hayley Kuepers
7:18
Hayley Kuepers:
Still too early to tell!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:18 Hayley Kuepers
7:19
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
hows the crowd
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:19 Guest
7:19
Hayley Kuepers:
Pretty good crowd tonight, Bucky has made his appearance!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:19 Hayley Kuepers
7:19
Hayley Kuepers:
Polak with the ball on the outside
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:19 Hayley Kuepers
7:20
Hayley Kuepers:
Finlay now in the middle with the ball, cut off by Zahirovic
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:20 Hayley Kuepers
7:20
Hayley Kuepers:
Polak again with the ball, to Jordan in the middle
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:20 Hayley Kuepers
7:20
[Comment From www.CreightonKommandos.cowww.CreightonKommandos.co: ]
Creighton ;)
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:20 www.CreightonKommandos.co
7:20
Hayley Kuepers:
Zahirovic heads it to Tennyson
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:20 Hayley Kuepers
7:21
Hayley Kuepers:
Jordan chases the ball down in the corner, UW throw in
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:21 Hayley Kuepers
7:21
Hayley Kuepers:
26:25 left in the half
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:21 Hayley Kuepers
7:21
Hayley Kuepers:
Wheeler with the ball back to Yonga
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:21 Hayley Kuepers
7:21
Hayley Kuepers:
a lot of back and forth play at this point
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:21 Hayley Kuepers
7:22
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro fights for it
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:22 Hayley Kuepers
7:22
Hayley Kuepers:
now Prince on the outside
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:22 Hayley Kuepers
7:22
Hayley Kuepers:
foul Creighton
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:22 Hayley Kuepers
7:22
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro will take the kick between midfield and the goal
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:22 Hayley Kuepers
7:22
Hayley Kuepers:
nothing
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:22 Hayley Kuepers
7:23
Hayley Kuepers:
UW throw in
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:23 Hayley Kuepers
7:23
Hayley Kuepers:
Zadro in the corner, tries to cross Creighton defense is there
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:23 Hayley Kuepers
7:23
Hayley Kuepers:
Polak brings it back downfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:23 Hayley Kuepers
7:23
Hayley Kuepers:
UW goal kick
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:23 Hayley Kuepers
7:24
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton throw in near midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:24 Hayley Kuepers
7:24
Hayley Kuepers:
Tennyson with the ball
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:24 Hayley Kuepers
7:24
Hayley Kuepers:
Prince brings it down to the corner
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:24 Hayley Kuepers
7:25
Hayley Kuepers:
UW throw in at midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:25 Hayley Kuepers
7:25
Hayley Kuepers:
Finlay with the ball in the backfield, up to Acoff
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:25 Hayley Kuepers
7:25
Hayley Kuepers:
goal kick UW
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:25 Hayley Kuepers
7:26
[Comment From CreightonKommandos.comCreightonKommandos.com: ]
Lets Go JAYS!!!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:26 CreightonKommandos.com
7:26
Hayley Kuepers:
Wheeler defends in the corner
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:26 Hayley Kuepers
7:26
Hayley Kuepers:
Kyle McCrudden replaces Zahirovic
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:26 Hayley Kuepers
7:27
Hayley Kuepers:
and Kris Clark replaces Brown for Creighton
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:27 Hayley Kuepers
7:27
[Comment From badgersfambadgersfam: ]
any funny throw ins by the badgers?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:27 badgersfam
7:27
Hayley Kuepers:
not yet!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:27 Hayley Kuepers
7:28
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton throw in its backfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:28 Hayley Kuepers
7:28
Hayley Kuepers:
Yonga with the ball over to McCrudden
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:28 Hayley Kuepers
7:28
Hayley Kuepers:
McCrudden sends it downfield, Creighton goalkick
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:28 Hayley Kuepers
7:28
Hayley Kuepers:
Castro settles it, over to Polak
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:28 Hayley Kuepers
7:28
[Comment From Bluejay FanBluejay Fan: ]
Just want to say thanks from Bluejay Soccer fans to the UW Athletic Dept for this live blog tonight.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:28 Bluejay Fan
7:29
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Is creighton playing with only 3 in the back? that last sub was a midfielder for a centerback.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:29 Guest
7:29
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton corner kick
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:29 Hayley Kuepers
7:29
Hayley Kuepers:
Castro takes it, cleared by UW defense
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:29 Hayley Kuepers
7:29
[Comment From CreightonKommandos.comCreightonKommandos.com: ]
Agreed w/ Bluejay Fan! Thanks!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:29 CreightonKommandos.com
7:30
Hayley Kuepers:
You're welcome!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:30 Hayley Kuepers
7:30
Hayley Kuepers:
goal kick UW
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:30 Hayley Kuepers
7:30
Hayley Kuepers:
Janus with the ball on the outside
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:30 Hayley Kuepers
7:30
Hayley Kuepers:
now Tennyson to Succa
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:30 Hayley Kuepers
7:31
Hayley Kuepers:
Creighton throw in at midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:31 Hayley Kuepers
7:31
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Probably moved Miller back to defense. CU started with 5 defenders.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:31 Guest
7:31
Hayley Kuepers:
Prince chases the ball toward the goal, Holt comes out to pick up the ball
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:31 Hayley Kuepers
7:31
Hayley Kuepers:
Finlay passes up to Clark, UW goal kick
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:31 Hayley Kuepers
7:32
[Comment From badgersfambadgersfam: ]
badgers still playing with possession? how is succa and caban doing against their midfield?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:32 badgersfam
7:32
Hayley Kuepers:
Caban and Succa are doing well, they're challenging and playing aggressively
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:32 Hayley Kuepers
7:32
Hayley Kuepers:
Ribeiro takes a shot on goal, Jentsch is there for the save
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:32 Hayley Kuepers
7:32
Hayley Kuepers:
14:48 left in the half
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:32 Hayley Kuepers
7:33
Hayley Kuepers:
Cochran with the ball, up to Caban
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:33 Hayley Kuepers
7:33
Hayley Kuepers:
throw in UW in the backfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:33 Hayley Kuepers
7:34
Hayley Kuepers:
Thiermann waiting to enter for Tennyson
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:34 Hayley Kuepers
7:34
[Comment From soccergirl30soccergirl30: ]
Do you do this live blog for away games too?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:34 soccergirl30
7:34
Hayley Kuepers:
no, home games only
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:34 Hayley Kuepers
7:34
Hayley Kuepers:
Jordan finds Clark in the corner
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:34 Hayley Kuepers
7:35
Hayley Kuepers:
Guido Pena replaces Castro in the game
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:35 Hayley Kuepers
7:36
Hayley Kuepers:
Duran with control and time in the backfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:36 Hayley Kuepers
7:36
Hayley Kuepers:
Ribeiro with the ball at center mid
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:36 Hayley Kuepers
7:36
Hayley Kuepers:
Yonga with time in the backfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:36 Hayley Kuepers
7:37
Hayley Kuepers:
McCrudden will throw it in before midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:37 Hayley Kuepers
7:37
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
Is McCrudden starting?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:37 Guest
7:37
Hayley Kuepers:
McCrudden didn't start, but he's in the game now
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:37 Hayley Kuepers
7:37
[Comment From badgersfambadgersfam: ]
i hope presser comes to talk with you at halftime again.
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:37 badgersfam
7:38
Hayley Kuepers:
I think we can make that happen. Do you have any questions?
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:38 Hayley Kuepers
7:38
Hayley Kuepers:
Finlay chases the ball in the corner, Yonga takes it away
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:38 Hayley Kuepers
7:38
Hayley Kuepers:
9 min to go
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:38 Hayley Kuepers
7:39
Hayley Kuepers:
Wheeler will throw it in for UW before midfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:39 Hayley Kuepers
7:39
Hayley Kuepers:
Wheeler will throw it in in the attacking third
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:39 Hayley Kuepers
7:39
Hayley Kuepers:
McCrudden comes up and sends ball back downfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:39 Hayley Kuepers
7:40
Hayley Kuepers:
yellow card issued to Thiermann
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:40 Hayley Kuepers
7:40
Hayley Kuepers:
Duran sends it downfield
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:40 Hayley Kuepers
7:41
[Comment From CreightonKommandos.comCreightonKommandos.com: ]
Game tracker is about 5 minutes behind you guys... Again thanks!
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:41 CreightonKommandos.com
7:41
Hayley Kuepers:
Sorry, it's always a little behind
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:41 Hayley Kuepers
7:41
Hayley Kuepers:
Pena with the ball in the corner
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:41 Hayley Kuepers
7:42
Hayley Kuepers:
goal kick UW
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:42 Hayley Kuepers
7:42
Hayley Kuepers:
6 min left
Wednesday October 5, 2011 7:42 Hayley Kuepers
7:42
Hayley Kuepers:
Clark chases the ball, McCrudden and Prince challenge
By Anna Poulter-Hendrickson on October 5, 2011 12:05 PM
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Wisconsin men's soccer sophomore Nick Janus (Deer Park, Ill.) has been named to the CS360 Primetime Performers Weekly Honor Roll and selected to Soccer America Men's Team of the Week, announced today.
Janus scored three points in UW's upset over then-No. 6 Indiana Sunday afternoon. He assisted on junior Tomislav Zadro's (Toronto, Ontario.) game-winning goal at the 53:30 mark and then confirmed the victory for the Badgers with the game's second goal in the 79th minute.
Earlier in the week, Janus was selected as the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week and named to the College Soccer News National Team of the Week.
The Badgers put their five-game unbeaten streak on the line tonight when the No. 5 Creighton Bluejays come to town. Game time is set for 7 p.m. at the McClimon Complex.
MADISON, Wis. -- Former Wisconsin big men Brian
Butch and Greg Stiemsma are two of 21 players that have accepted
invitations to participate in the Oct. 14-22 USA Pan American Games Team
training camp. The training camp will be utilized to select the USA's
12-man roster that will compete in the 2011 Pan American Games that are
being held from Oct. 26-30 in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Since leaving
Wisconsin, Butch has played professionally overseas and enjoyed a
successful stint in the NBA Developmental League that earned him a spot
on the Denver Nuggets roster late in the 2010 season.
The Appleton,
Wis., native missed all of last season after dislocating his knee in an
NBA Summer League game in July of 2010. An All-Big Ten selection as a
senior, Butch scored 1,115 career points and finished sixth in UW
history for career rebounds.
Stiemsma has taken a similar path
since his days in Madison, playing professionally in Europe, the NBA
D-League as well as a call-up to the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves
in 2010 and later a contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
A native of
Randolph, Wis., Stiemsma appeared in 95 games for the Badgers and
currently ranks sixth in UW history for career blocks.
In
addition to Butch and Stiemsma, the USA Pan American Games Team training
camp is excepted to include: Blake Ahearn (Missouri State '07) Chris
Daniels (Texas A&M-Corpus Christi '08) Justin Dentmon (Washington
'09) Jerome Dyson (Connecticut '10) Moses Ehambe (Oral Roberts '08) Anthony Goods (Stanford '09) Ron Howard (Valparaiso '06) Marcus Lewis
(Oral Roberts '09) Leo Lyons (Missouri '09) Renaldo Major (Fresno
State '04) Anthony Mason, Jr. (St. Johns '10) Matt Rogers (Southwest
Baptist '10) Walker Russell (Jacksonville State '06) Donald Sloan
(Texas A&M '10) Curtis Sumpter (Villanova '07) Lance Thomas (Duke
'10) Curtis Withers (Charlotte '06) Chris Wright (Dayton '11) Luke Zeller (Notre Dame '09).
The Pan American Games, held every
four years in the year prior to the Olympics, are being held Oct. 13-30
in Guadalajara, Mexico. The men's basketball competition, which features
eight teams, is being conducted Oct. 26-30.
The USA men were
drawn into Group B for the Pan American Games and are joined by national
teams from Brazil, Dominican Republic and Uruguay. Competing in Group A
are Argentina, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. The U.S. men open
preliminary round play Oct. 26 facing Dominican Republic (5:30 p.m.
CDT), then face defending Pan American Games champion Brazil on Oct. 27
(8 p.m. CDT), and conclude preliminary play versus Uruguay (5:30 p.m.
CDT) on Oct. 28. Semifinals action will be played Oct. 29, and the
finals will be contested on Oct. 30.
Training camp for the 2011
USA Basketball Men's Pan American Games Team will held Oct. 14-22 at the
Tulsa Convention Center (Okla.). The 12-member USA Men's Pan American
Games Team will be announced before the team departs Oct. 23.
Tulsa
66ers head coach Nate Tibbetts will serve as head coach for Team USA.
The player and coaching staff selections were made by the USA Basketball
Men's Pan American Games Committee, approved by USA Basketball's Board
of Directors and are subject to final approval by the U.S. Olympic
Committee Chief Executive Officer.
The USA Basketball Pan
American Games Committee is chaired by USA Basketball Men's National
Team Director Sean Ford, and also comprised of 2000 Olympic gold
medalist Steve Smith, NBA Development League Vice President of
Basketball Operations & Player Personnel Chris Alpert, and NBA
Development League consultant Gordon Chiesa.
By Matt Lepay on October 5, 2011 10:32 AM
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Wisconsin quarterback Russell Wilson has many skills, including dealing with the media. Being a two-sport athlete with a degree in communications, it makes sense.
While it is unlikely he ever will provide the pen and microphone crowd with much in the way of controversial quotes, the man has proven he is capable of having some fun.
After last Saturday's Big Ten opening victory against Nebraska, Wilson spoke with ESPN's Chris Fowler. During the chat, Wilson used the term "passion bucket."
So why is that funny? "Passion bucket" happens to be a pet term for Dan Patrick on his national radio show. From time to time, Patrick or one of his producers will ask a guest to drop that "passion bucket" line in future interviews.
Turns out one of the "Danettes," Paul Pabst, aka, Paulie was in Madison for the big tilt. On Friday, Pabst said he met Wilson and fellow QB Nate Tice. If the game went well for the home team, "Paulie" asked Wilson to find a way to fit those words into one of his answers. Wilson obliged, and he said it got a little laugh from Fowler, who of course used to be a co-worker with Patrick at ESPN.
I am thinking there is a future in this business for Wilson. Hopefully that is many years down the road. Already a minor league baseball player, his work so far this season seems to be getting him a bit more on the NFL radar as well.
Yes, there is a long way to go, but Wilson, while very humble, also is very confident. The Badger QB told Patrick that he believes he is pro-ready.
At this point of the season, it is difficult to argue with Wilson.
At this point of the season, it also is interesting to look at Wisconsin's offense.
There are those who believe the Badgers are passing the ball a lot more. The fact is, they are not. Here are the numbers through five games of Scott Tolzien's 2010 season, and Wilson's from this year.
ATT COMP Wilson 111 83 Tolzien 109 75
Not much difference there, right?
The difference lies in passing yardage and touchdowns:
YDS TD Wilson 1391 13 Tolzien 837 5
Keep in mind this time last year the Badgers had the bruising John Clay in the backfield, while receiver Nick Toon missed three full games with an injury.
Each team has its own set of strengths, and certainly that applies to Wilson and Scott Tolzien. Wilson does things I have not seen from a Wisconsin quarterback, but that Tolzien guy was not half bad either, leading an offense that averaged 41.5 points per game last fall.
The beauty of this team so far is that it has added an extraordinarily gifted player without compromising what has made the Wisconsin system so successful. The Badgers still like to run the ball, and will not hesitate to go into ground and pound mode. Just ask Nebraska's defense. At the same time, the Badgers once again have the ability to hurt the opposition through the air.
This is not new. In the last few years, the Badgers have been a fairly balanced squad. Yes, it will run the ball more, but since 2007, the rushing vs. passing yardage is in the same ballpark.
Obviously, Wilson is a special talent, and at this early stage of the season, it is fair to throw his name around for post season honors, including the one where the winner gets the trophy with a player using a stiff arm, if you know what I mean.
Yet Wilson is plenty smart enough to understand what makes the Badgers tick. At Wisconsin, he is surrounded by plenty of talent, and an offensive coordinator who knows how to use it.
Perhaps there will be quarterbacks with more eye-popping statistics, but if ever there seems to be a perfect fit, it is Russell Wilson and the Wisconsin Badgers. There is no doubt Wilson makes Wisconsin better. It also can be said that Wisconsin is making Wilson better.
From the outside looking in, it appears everyone in the program understands the formula is working. As long as that remains the case, this combination of talent and the ever-present "passion bucket" could make this a rather difficult group to stop.
By Anna Poulter-Hendrickson on October 3, 2011 2:35 PM
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In today's blog entry, head coach Yvette Healy writes about last week's games and the UW sports medicine department.
What a great weekend in sports here at Wisconsin. We played our final three games of the fall softball season at home last Friday and Sunday, going 3-0. We had a great pregame meal Friday afternoon at the Kohl Center, our basketball and hockey arena. We got to visit with our women's hockey coach, USA Gold Medal Olympian Mark Johnson, before the meal. Women's hockey dominated in its opening weekend, scoring more than 20 goals in two games. Our men's basketball coach, Bo Ryan, addressed the softball team too, attributing his years of Big Ten conference championships and NCAA Sweet 16 finishes to teamwork, toughness and great chemistry.
Friday night was an exciting game battling DePaul. Our junior pitcher Meghan McIntosh did a great job keeping hitters off balance, working ahead in the count and inducing groundballs. She only gave up three hits and one walk, while striking out five and getting 11 hitters to ground into outs. Meghan has always had great speed and spin, getting gunned at 67mph, yet she went 3-0 this fall by hitting her spots, working ahead and changing speeds.
Redshirt sophomore Molly Spence hit a game-winning walk-off home run in the bottom of the 7th of the DePaul game, crushing a change up over the fence. Molly spent last season rehabbing her shoulder. We are so proud of her leadership, focus and toughness, battling through a shoulder injury, surgeries and a long year of doctor's visits and rehab. Our athletic trainer Ashley Parr had a huge smile on her face as Molly trotted around the bases.
I believe we have one of the best sports medicine departments in the country here at Wisconsin. Our team physicians and connection to the UW hospitals is amazing. Yet the most impressive part of our healthcare is definitely the people. Our athletic trainers go above and beyond the call of duty, working long hours before and after our practices, and on days off, keeping our team healthy and happy. Beyond physical therapy and rehab, our athletic trainers manage the nutrition of our student-athletes. Each Wisconsin student-athlete attends a healthy shopping and cooking seminar each year, to learn what to choose in the cafeteria, how to get the most nutrition for your money at the grocery store and, of course, quick and easy recipes for nutritious meals and snacks. Each athlete leaves the nutrition seminar with a binder filled with great recipes and cooking tips.
Our main function here as coaches at the University of Wisconsin is not only to create a winning legacy athletically, but also to help transform our student-athletes in mature, healthy, capable young women who will lead on the field, in the classroom and in the community. The college years are critical for helping transition students into adulthood. The health and nutrition lessons learned here at Wisconsin will last a lifetime, as our Badgers learn how to build strength and character through adversity and teamwork.
By Other Contributors on October 2, 2011 1:41 PM
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The UWBadgers.com Gameday Blog provided live coverage of Wisconsin's 2-0 win over No. 6 Indiana at the McClimon Complex on Oct. 2, 2011. An archived version of the blog is below.
Welcome to today's live coverage of Wisconsin men's soccer!
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:22
3:22
Today, the Badgers will face No. 6 Indiana.
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:22
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The game is scheduled to
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:23
3:23
*start at 3:30, but we are running a little behind as this is game 2 of a double header at the McClimon
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:23
3:25
the Wisconsin women's team just lost, 1-0, to Ohio State.
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:25
3:26
Here are today's starting lineups.
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:26
3:28
For Indiana: #1, Luis Soffner #2, Eriq Zavaleta #6, Chris Estridge #7, Harrison Petts #9, Alec Purdie #15, Jamie Vollmer #17, Jacob Bushue #20, Thomas Meyer #22, Caleb Konstanski #23, Kerel Bradford #27, Matt McKain
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:28
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And for the Badgers: #2, Alec Cochran #4, Paul Yonga #5, David Caban #10, Tomislav Zadro #11, Joey Tennyson #12, Trevor Wheeler #13, Nick Janus #14, Colin Mani #18, Blake Succa #22, Chris Prince #30, Max Jentsch
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:31
3:32
Starting lineups will be announced momentarily.
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:32
3:35
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
What are the chances Wisconsin actually wins today? Not liking their chances against a far superior Indiana team. Thoughts?
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:35 John
3:38
It's a beautiful day here in Madison...mid 60s and blue skies!
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:38
3:38
the game will begin momentarily!
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:38
3:39
We're underway!
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:39
3:40
Vollmer brings the ball downfield for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:40
3:40
throw in IU past midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:40
3:40
Bushue with control in the backfield for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:40
3:41
another throw in for IU past midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:41
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Petts chases the ball down
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:41
3:41
UW throw in
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:41
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headed by IU's Estridge
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:42
3:42
IU is dominating possession early on
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:42
3:42
Yonga now with the ball in the backfield for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:42
3:42
Janus battling for the ball, IU throw in
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:42
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a cross to Estridge
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:42
3:43
Zadro intercepts
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:43
3:43
Tennyson brings it downfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:43
3:43
Caban with control
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:43
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Cochran kicks it right at IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:43
3:43
Caban again with the ball, out to Mani
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:43
3:43
IU throw in past midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:43
3:44
throw in IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:44
3:45
corner kick IU, Vollmer will take it
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:45
3:45
another corner kick IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:45
3:45
Petts on it
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:45
3:45
batted away by UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:45
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Estridge brings it back downfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:46
3:46
Estridge with a shot, save Jentsch
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:46
3:46
Konstanski works with it on the outside
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:46
3:47
goal kick UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:47
3:47
Wheeler works with it
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:47
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Caban now with the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:47
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Konstanski with the ball in the backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:48
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Wheeler works with it
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:48
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Estridge with time in the backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:49
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Zadro in the middle with the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:49
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foul IU midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:49
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Yonga will take the kick
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:49
3:50
down near the goal, but finds nothing
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:50
3:50
Soffner will punt it downfield for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:50
3:50
too far, Jentsch will now send it back downfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:50
3:50
Wheeler chases the ball down, throw in UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:50
3:51
goal kick IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:51
3:51
Zavaleta works with the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:51
3:52
Zadro blocks Estridge's pass
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:52
3:52
Jentsch will put the ball back in to play
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:52
3:52
Tennyson chases the ball down, taken away by IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:52
3:53
UW throw in before midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:53
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foul IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:53
3:53
Zadro will take it on the side in UW's attacking third
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:53
3:53
Soffner comes out to take the ball himself
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:53
3:54
Cochran works with it in the backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:54
3:54
Pricne chases the ball, but Soffner beats him to the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:54
3:55
throw in IU past midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:55
3:55
Meyer with the ball in the backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:55
3:55
now Purdie with the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:55
3:55
Zadro kicks it away
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:55
3:56
Soffner passes it out to Konstanski
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:56
3:56
Bushue works with it near midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:56
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McKain in the corner, Wheeler defends
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:56
3:56
UW goal kick
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:56
3:56
27 min to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:56
3:57
Zadro with the ball near midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:57
3:57
Mani heads it out, IU throw in
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:57
3:57
headed away by Cochran
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:57
3:58
foul IU near the goal
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:58
3:58
Zadro heads it
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:58
3:58
foul UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 3:58
4:00
Tennyson works with the ball on the outside brings it to the corner
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:00
4:00
throw in UW near the corner
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:00
4:00
Tennyson takes a shot, Soffner with the save
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:00
4:01
Wheeler will throw it in past midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:01
4:01
foul IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:01
4:01
ball will be kicked halfway between midfield and the goal
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:01
4:02
Zadro will kick it, cleared by IU defense
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:02
4:02
Tennyson with another shot, wide
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:02
4:02
Estridge brings the ball back downfield for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:02
4:02
throw in IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:02
4:03
corner kick IU, Petts will take it
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:03
4:03
Bushue with a shot , high
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:03
4:03
goal kick UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:03
4:04
throw in IU at midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:04
4:04
Blake Wise enters for Vollmer for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:04
4:04
Bradford with the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:04
4:05
corner kick IU, Petts will take it again
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:05
4:05
Bushue wide with a shot
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:05
4:05
IU throw in in its backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:05
4:06
Jentsch comes out of goal to grab the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:06
4:06
17:20 to go in the half
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:06
4:07
Estridge brings it downfield, Mani forced to kick it out of play
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:07
4:07
foul IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:07
4:07
Wheeler will kick it near midfield for UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:07
4:09
A. J. Corrado waiting to enter for Petts and Nikita Kotlov in for Zavaleta for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:09
4:09
Josh Thierman also enters for Tennyson for UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:09
4:09
Soffner with the ball, punts it downfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:09
4:10
throw in IU, near the corner
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:10
4:10
over the goal
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:10
4:10
goal kick UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:10
4:10
throw in IU near midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:10
4:11
Succa with the ball, to Caban
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:11
4:11
IU passing it around quickly
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:11
4:11
throw in UW before midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:11
4:12
Soffner with the ball in the backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:12
4:12
McKain with the ball on the outside forced out, goal kick UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:12
4:12
11:25 left in the half
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:12
4:13
Succa heads it near midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:13
4:13
Jentsch will now boot it downfield for UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:13
4:13
[Comment From ZvilleZville: ]
Who is controlling the run of play
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:13 Zville
4:14
shots are pretty even as well as time of possession
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:14
4:14
IU has 3 shots, UW with 2
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:14
4:14
foul UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:14
4:14
Meyer will take the kick in IU's backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:14
4:15
Estridge with time on the outside
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:15
4:15
throw in IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:15
4:15
kicked out by Mani
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:15
4:16
throw in UW in its backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:16
4:16
Succa with the ball, passes right to Meyer
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:16
4:16
throw in IU past midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:16
4:17
heaed away by Cochran
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:17
4:17
Mani chasaes Bradford to the ball, Bradford wins chase
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:17
4:17
[Comment From ZvilleZville: ]
Blake Wise will add some energy
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:17 Zville
4:18
corner IU, Corrado will take it
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:18
4:18
cleared by UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:18
4:19
Purdie takes a shot wide
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:19
4:19
[Comment From BadgerboyBadgerboy: ]
is the mac packed?
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:19 Badgerboy
4:19
the Mac is indeed packed!
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:19
4:20
Ryan Buda will replace Prince with 4 min to go in the half
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:20
4:21
Mani and Wise chase each other to the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:21
4:21
Buda jumps into action and kicks the ball toward UW goal
Listen to what UW assistant coach Phil Presser has to say at the half!
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:28
4:33
play will start back up in about 6 min
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:33
4:35
today's game serves as UW's Big Ten opener
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:35
4:36
UW is 9-9-2 in Big Ten openers since 1991
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:36
4:37
On the season UW is 4-3-2, while No. 6 Indiana sports an overall record of 6-0-2
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:37
4:38
players are back on the field ready to begin the second half!
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:38
4:39
We're back in action
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:39
4:39
throw in IU before midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:39
4:40
Yonga sends it back the Badgers' way
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:40
4:40
throw in UW before midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:40
4:41
corner kick UW, Zadro will take it
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:41
4:41
Cochran with a shot wide
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:41
4:42
IU works with it in its attacking third
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:42
4:42
headed away by Cochran
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:42
4:42
Estridge with a very high shot
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:42
4:44
[Comment From guestguest: ]
LOL, Game tracker is still at 40 min. first half !!??
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:44 guest
4:44
Game tracker is always a little behind, but not usually this bad...we're working on it!
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:44
4:45
[Comment From glassglass: ]
Is there audio for this? Please help.
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:45 glass
4:46
Sorry, but there is no live audio available at this point
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:46
4:46
Prince with the ball in UW's attacking third
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:46
4:46
corner kick UW, Zadro will take it
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:46
4:48
goal UW!
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:48
4:48
Zadro with the goal on an assist from Thiermann
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:48
4:48
[Comment From ZvilleZville: ]
A number of schools are now broadcasting live, any idea when UW will adopt this approach
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:48 Zville
4:49
We're working on getting live audio, hopefully by the end of the season.
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:49
4:49
McKain brings the ball down for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:49
4:50
Correction it was Janus with the assist, not Thiermann
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:50
4:51
McKain with the ball with time
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:51
4:51
[Comment From JohnJohn: ]
Awesome! Go Badgers!!
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:51 John
4:52
Wheeler with the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:52
4:52
Wheeler to throw it in past midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:52
4:52
finds Prince in the corner
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:52
4:53
[Comment From glassglass: ]
very misleading tweet: BadgerMSoccer Badger Men's Soccer Just posted audio on the Gameday Blog. You can follow along live all game. After 45 min of play - tied 0-0
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:53 glass
4:53
Sorry, you can follow the game on the blog all game
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:53
4:54
yellow card issued to Mani
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:54
4:54
IU will take teh kick at midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:54
4:55
Bushue brings the ball downfield for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:55
4:55
foul UW in the box
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:55
4:55
Petts will take the penalty kick
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:55
4:56
Jentsch is there for the save
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:56
4:56
Kyle McCrudden waiting to enter for Mani for UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:56
4:56
Caban works with the ball at midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:56
4:57
Purdie brings the ball downfield for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:57
4:57
Purdie takes a shot, Jentsch is there for another save
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:57
4:58
Zavaleta enters for Petts
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:58
4:58
Thiermann will reenter for Janus
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:58
4:59
26 min to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:59
4:59
Purdie brings the ball downfield, taken away by Caban
Sunday October 2, 2011 4:59
5:00
Prince with the ball in UW's attacking third
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:00
5:00
IU throw in in its backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:00
5:01
Kotlov waiting to enter for Corrado
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:01
5:01
McKain with the ball in IU's attacking third
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:01
5:02
foul UW, outside the box
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:02
5:02
UW is building a wall
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:02
5:03
Zavaleta takes the kick
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:03
5:03
Corrado with a shot, blocked
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:03
5:03
offsides IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:03
5:03
Prince kicks it away
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:03
5:03
Thiermann with the ball, Meyer defends
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:03
5:04
Prince is hurting, the ball hit him in the back of the head
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:04
5:05
Wheeler will throw it in past midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:05
5:05
Prince is back up
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:05
5:05
Caban with the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:05
5:05
Tennyson chases the ball down in the corner
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:05
5:06
corner kick UW, Zadro will take it
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:06
5:06
headed away by Estridge
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:06
5:06
throw in UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:06
5:07
Zadro boots it toward the goal, too much on it
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:07
5:07
Meyer with the ball at center mid
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:07
5:07
IU throw in at midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:07
5:08
Janus will replace Tennyson with 18 min to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:08
5:08
UW throw in at midfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:08
5:09
Cochran chases the ball down, Jentsch comes out for it
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:09
5:09
Janus receives it
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:09
5:09
Wheeler throws it in
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:09
5:09
IU throw in in its backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:09
5:10
Estridge with the ball on the outside
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:10
5:10
Wise takes a shot, Jentsch with the save
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:10
5:10
McKain brings the ball upfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:10
5:11
throw in UW in its attacking third
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:11
5:11
Succa with the ball at the top of the box
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:11
5:11
Yonga kicks it away
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:11
5:12
Caban works with the ball, Estridge defends
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:12
5:12
Soffner rolls it out to Konstanski
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:12
5:13
Zavaleta tries to take a shot, blocked by Cochran
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:13
5:13
Derek Pitts replaces Thiermann for UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:13
5:13
[Comment From BadgerboyBadgerboy: ]
Time remaining?
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:13 Badgerboy
5:13
13 min to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:13
5:14
corner kick UW, Zadro will take it
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:14
5:14
Caban receives it, IU defends
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:14
5:15
Cochran heads it in front of the goal, finds Janus alone at the post
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:15
5:16
Janus with a goal!
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:16
5:16
10:40 to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:16
5:16
Prince brings it back downfield for UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:16
5:17
yellow card issued to Janus
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:17
5:18
Doody just entered and will take the kick outside the box
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:18
5:18
finds nothing
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:18
5:19
IU foul, Cochran takes the kick in UW backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:19
5:19
Thiermann replaces Pitts, 7:45 to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:19
5:20
[Comment From ZvilleZville: ]
Gametracker is slow again!!
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:20 Zville
5:20
Sorry, we're trying!
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:20
5:21
foul UI, Meyer kicks it downfield from UI backfield
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:21
5:22
Zavaleta takes a shot, save Jentsch
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:22
5:23
Estridge works with it at the top
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:23
5:23
corner kick IU, Corrado takes it
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:23
5:24
[Comment From DerekDerek: ]
Who's "UI"? Do you mean "IU" or "UW".
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:24 Derek
5:24
sorry, should be IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:24
5:24
Estridge again with the ball, cleared by UW defense
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:24
5:25
2:40 to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:25
5:25
Purdie with the ball
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:25
5:25
Janus brings the ball down for UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:25
5:25
IU defends, send it down to Zavaleta
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:25
5:25
throw in UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:25
5:25
[Comment From GuestGuest: ]
who scored for UW?
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:25 Guest
5:26
Nick Janus and Tomislav Zadro
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:26
5:26
1:25 to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:26
5:26
goal kick UW
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:26
5:27
Thiermann chases the ball down
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:27
5:27
Estridge with the ball for IU
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:27
5:27
taken away by Succa
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:27
5:27
15 sec to go
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:27
5:28
we have a final here in Madison, UW, 2, IU, 0
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:28
5:28
The Badgers have handed the Hoosiers their first loss of the season
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:28
5:29
The last time the Badgers beat the Hoosiers was in the 1995 season.
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:29
5:30
on Oct. 13, 1995 the Badgers beat the Hoosiers, 2-0, in Madison
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:30
5:31
Thanks for following! Enjoy the rest of your Sunday!
Sunday October 2, 2011 5:31
5:32
Please join us again on Wednesday, Oct. 5, when the Badgers host No. 2 Creighton!
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Ohio State at No. 7 North Dakota
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Stiemsma has taken a similar path
since his days in Madison, playing professionally in Europe, the NBA
D-League as well as a call-up to the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves
in 2010 and later a contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
