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Badgers finish 10th in AP, 11th in coaches poll

By Brian Mason on January 10, 2012 1:04 PM
The Wisconsin football team finished the season ranked No. 10 in final edition of the Associated Press Top 25 released Tuesday, giving the Badgers a top-10 finish for the second-consecutive season.

UW also earned a No. 11 ranking in the final USA Today Coaches Poll.

Alabama finished the season No. 1 in both the media and coaches' polls after defeating LSU in the Allstate BCS National Championship Game on Monday.

The Big Ten champion, Wisconsin (11-3 overall) finished as the highest-ranked team from the conference in the final AP poll, just ahead of No. 11 Michigan State (11-3) and No. 12 Michigan (11-2).

In the coaches' poll, the Badgers trailed the No. 9-ranked Wolverines and the No. 10 Spartans.

Nebraska, ranked 24th in both polls, was the remaining Big Ten team to find a place in the final rankings.

After scoring a 45-38 win over the Badgers in the Rose Bowl last week, Oregon finished the season ranked No. 4 in both polls.

The Badgers have finished the year ranked in the final AP poll in seven of the last eight seasons, including three top-10 finishes under sixth-year head coach Bret Bielema.

Wisconsin was seventh in the final AP poll of 2010 following a loss to No. 2 TCU in the Rose Bowl and finished 16th in 2009 after a win over Miami in the Champs Sports Bowl.

The Badgers were eighth in the final USA Today Coaches Poll of 2010 and ranked No. 16 in the finals coaches' rankings in 2009.

Wisconsin in the final
Associated Press Top 25
2011: 10th
2010: 7th
2009: 16th
2008: NR
2007: 24th
2006: 7th
2005: 15th
2004: 17th

Archived Gameday Blog: 98th Rose Bowl Game

By Brian Mason on January 2, 2012 10:39 PM
Brian Mason covered the action between the No. 9-ranked Badgers and No. 6 Oregon in the 98th Rose Bowl Game with the Gameday Blog, live from the press box in Pasadena. An archived version of the live chat can be found below.

 Wisconsin Gameday Blog: 2012 Rose Bowl Game(01/02/2012) 
3:20
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Gameday Blog is live at http://UWBadgers.com. Chat live leading up to kickoff in Pasadena: http://ow.ly/8fXAc #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 3:20 BadgerFootball
3:23
Brian Mason: 
Welcome into the Gameday Blog for coverage of the 98th Rose Bowl Game between No. 9 Wisconsin and No. 6 Oregon, live from the press box at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena
Monday January 2, 2012 3:23 Brian Mason
3:23
Brian Mason: 
We are just over 45 minutes from kickoff and both teams are on the field going through pregame warmups
Monday January 2, 2012 3:23 Brian Mason
3:29
Brian Mason: 
Sorry for the delay here. Watching Michigan State's attempt at a rally in the Outback Bowl intently.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:29 Brian Mason
3:29
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
Hi Brian. Got your sunscreen on?
Monday January 2, 2012 3:29 sfbaymartha
3:30
Brian Mason: 
No need in the press box today. Shaded and cool. Just about perfect. On the field, however, ti's a beautiful day. Sunny and temps in the 80s.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:30 Brian Mason
3:30
Brian Mason: 
Hard to argue with this weather and this view as the stadium fills up with red and yellow.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:30 Brian Mason
3:30
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
I recall from last year they couldn't play Jump Around for some reason, same thing for this year?
Monday January 2, 2012 3:30 George in Kentucky
3:31
Brian Mason: 
Actually, the good news is that Jump Around will in fact be played after the third quarter. The Rose Bowl has agreed to play both Jump Around and Oregon's song of choice, "Shout"
Monday January 2, 2012 3:31 Brian Mason
3:32
Brian Mason: 
It was fantastic last night to have Everlast, the lead singer from House of Pain, perform "Jump Around" live with the UW Marching Band in front of the Staples Center at L.A. Live
Monday January 2, 2012 3:32 Brian Mason
3:32
[Comment From maryvmaryv: ] 
When is Oregon's Shout played?
Monday January 2, 2012 3:32 maryv
3:32
Brian Mason: 
From what I've been told, it will be between the third and fourth quarters, as well.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:32 Brian Mason
3:32
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Sweet... Shout is okay, Jump Around MUCH better!
Monday January 2, 2012 3:32 George in Kentucky
3:33
[Comment From TomTom: ] 
Any earth quakes while the Badgers have been in LA?
Monday January 2, 2012 3:33 Tom
3:33
Brian Mason: 
Not yet, but Jump Around may just set one off...
Monday January 2, 2012 3:33 Brian Mason
3:33
[Comment From maryvmaryv: ] 
msu making a great attempt at a comeback!
Monday January 2, 2012 3:33 maryv
3:33
Brian Mason: 
Spartans have 26 seconds and 1 yard to go
Monday January 2, 2012 3:33 Brian Mason
3:36
Brian Mason: 
The Badgers are heading back to their locker room, while the Ducks remain near midfield, their chrome helmets reflecting the bright sunlight
Monday January 2, 2012 3:36 Brian Mason
3:36
[Comment From maryvmaryv: ] 
What about a glare factor on the Oregon "chrome" helmet for the Badgers to deal with?
Monday January 2, 2012 3:36 maryv
3:36
Brian Mason: 
It's certainly noticeable from up here. Not sure how much of a factor it will be on the field. Still, something to keep an eye on
Monday January 2, 2012 3:36 Brian Mason
3:37
[Comment From maryvmaryv: ] 
Enjoy your weather --it is cold; there is snow and even a windchill today in Wisconsin!
Monday January 2, 2012 3:37 maryv
3:37
Brian Mason: 
Absolutely perfect in Pasadena, just as you'd hope for.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:37 Brian Mason
3:37
[Comment From BobBob: ] 
WSU is a FG away from tying
Monday January 2, 2012 3:37 Bob
3:38
Brian Mason: 
A score and an extra point ties things up at 27-27 in the Outback Bowl
Monday January 2, 2012 3:38 Brian Mason
3:38
[Comment From BobBob: ] 
MSU Tied it Up even with a bad snap
Monday January 2, 2012 3:38 Bob
3:38
Brian Mason: 
Both fan bases are still filing in, but Oregon's section is loud already as the Ducks head for their tunnel
Monday January 2, 2012 3:38 Brian Mason
3:40
[Comment From JimfJimf: ] 
Overtime. Please don't hold up the Badger game !
Monday January 2, 2012 3:40 Jimf
3:40
Brian Mason: 
Indeed, overtime in Tampa. We are still 30 minutes from kickoff here.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:40 Brian Mason
3:42
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Gotta love the MNF-style talking headshots inside the Rose Bowl stadium. #Badgers offense up first, led by Wilson & Ball #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 3:42 BadgerFootball
3:43
Brian Mason: 
This will be the 15th Rose Bowl to not be played on Jan. 1. It is the second-consecutive appearance in the game for the Badgers and the second time in three years the Ducks have made the trip
Monday January 2, 2012 3:43 Brian Mason
3:43
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
outback bowl is on abc up here in the bay area.....shouldn't matter?
Monday January 2, 2012 3:43 sfbaymartha
3:44
Brian Mason: 
It won't. Rose Bowl is on ESPN nationwide.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:44 Brian Mason
3:44
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
This is it Badger Nation - Happy Rose Bowl Game Day!
Monday January 2, 2012 3:44 csWaterford66
3:44
Brian Mason: 
Seems like it took forever to get here, doesn't it? It's been nearly a month since the Badgers downed Michigan State to punch their ticket to Pasadena
Monday January 2, 2012 3:44 Brian Mason
3:44
[Comment From Phil and Mags from IdahoPhil and Mags from Idaho: ] 
Glad to be along in Idaho GO BADGERS, we are confident in our Badgers!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 3:44 Phil and Mags from Idaho
3:44
Brian Mason: 
Glad to hear it. The experts are not so confident, as the Badgers are a 6-point underdog heading into the game.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:44 Brian Mason
3:47
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
#Badgers band takes the field. 22 minutes til kick. #RoseBowlUW #RBGPasadena [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 3:47 BadgerFootball
3:49
Brian Mason: 
The UW Marching Band is on the field as we tick down toward 20 minutes to kickoff
Monday January 2, 2012 3:49 Brian Mason
3:49
[Comment From Phil and Mags from IdahoPhil and Mags from Idaho: ] 
The experts don't know our Badgers do they?
Monday January 2, 2012 3:49 Phil and Mags from Idaho
3:50
Brian Mason: 
They certainly don't. Here's hoping to a good game. Like most, I anticipate a shootout between two high-powered offenses. That's going to put the defenses under a microscope, because one or two big plays could make all the difference
Monday January 2, 2012 3:50 Brian Mason
3:50
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ] 
Your Singapore fan is wearing re and ready to shout G
Monday January 2, 2012 3:50 DrMJG
3:52
Brian Mason: 
Oregon's offense ranks No. 3 nationally in scoring at 46.2 points per game. The Badgers rank No. 4 at 44.6 points per game. We could be in for some fireworks today
Monday January 2, 2012 3:52 Brian Mason
3:52
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
double overtime in the outback bowl!
Monday January 2, 2012 3:52 sfbaymartha
3:53
Brian Mason: 
Think some people will question the decision to take a knee there and set up for a field goal? It backfires on Georgia and gives Sparty another chance in double OT
Monday January 2, 2012 3:53 Brian Mason
3:54
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
#Badgers fans LOVE them some #RoseBowlUW! VERY good turnout in the stadium today. And vocal. [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 3:54 BadgerFootball
3:54
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @UWMadison: Keep your #RosebowlUW photos coming-- we're updating our coverage continuously at http://rosebowl.wisc.edu #badgers [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 3:54 BadgerFootball
3:55
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
What he said #Badgers RT @slmandel Props to Wisconsin fans. They've got about 2/3 of the crowd here despite the much longer trip [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 3:55 BadgerFootball
3:58
Brian Mason: 
Just posted a gallery of photos from the Badgers' locker room and arrival to the stadium: http://www.uwbadgers.com/view.gal?id=109554
Monday January 2, 2012 3:58 Brian Mason
3:58
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
getting Badger football fever!
Monday January 2, 2012 3:58 Guest
3:58
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
field goal for georgia....sparty's turn.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:58 sfbaymartha
3:59
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
instead of listening to espn online where can you listen to matt and mike call the game
Monday January 2, 2012 3:59 Kimberly
3:59
Brian Mason: 
There are a few changes with this game, and unforuntately, online audio streaming is one of those changes. We are not allowed to stream the Lucas & Lepay call as we normally do. ESPN Radio is your only option for streaming.
Monday January 2, 2012 3:59 Brian Mason
4:00
Brian Mason: 
Subscribers can also listen on channel 84 on either Sirius or XM satellite radio.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:00 Brian Mason
4:00
[Comment From Duck SoupDuck Soup: ] 
Duck ala Orange is a tasty treat; Duck ala Red is a delicacy !!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:00 Duck Soup
4:01
Brian Mason: 
While we're talking about changes, please be aware that I WILL NOT be allowed to provide updates on a play-by-play basis. This blog will serve more as a chat today, with updates as often as I can provide them. I will bring you key events and storylines.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:01 Brian Mason
4:01
[Comment From John LJohn L: ] 
Hi Brian: Wisconsin 41 Oregon 37
Monday January 2, 2012 4:01 John L
4:02
Brian Mason: 
Any other predictions out there?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:02 Brian Mason
4:02
Brian Mason: 
Let's hear them!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:02 Brian Mason
4:02
Brian Mason: 
National anthem time
Monday January 2, 2012 4:02 Brian Mason
4:04
Brian Mason: 
A great presentation! Oregon's band delivered the music, with plenty of pyrotechnics and a flyover from a B-2 stealth bomber
Monday January 2, 2012 4:04 Brian Mason
4:04
[Comment From Duck SoupDuck Soup: ] 
Wisconsin 52, Oregon 46 #RoseBowlUW
Monday January 2, 2012 4:04 Duck Soup
4:04
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
Badgers 35 oregen 21
Monday January 2, 2012 4:04 kyle L
4:04
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
is it duck season yet?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:04 kyle L
4:04
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
how cool was that flyover!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:04 sfbaymartha
4:05
[Comment From John LJohn L : ]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:05 
4:05
Brian Mason: 
Nicely done, John
Monday January 2, 2012 4:05 Brian Mason
4:05
[Comment From MargeMarge: ] 
Awesome Flyover!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:05 Marge
4:06
Brian Mason: 
Your weather at kickoff: Sunny, 82 degrees, wind SW at 2 mph
Monday January 2, 2012 4:06 Brian Mason
4:06
Brian Mason: 
The warmest bowl game in Badgers history
Monday January 2, 2012 4:06 Brian Mason
4:06
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
Go RED! Wisconsin 42 Oregon 39
Monday January 2, 2012 4:06 Scottie
4:07
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Kickoff weather at #RoseBowlUW - sunny & 82 degrees. Officially the warmest bowl game in #Badgers history [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:07 BadgerFootball
4:07
Brian Mason: 
The Ducks take the field ... lots of yellow in the stands, but I think there is more red
Monday January 2, 2012 4:07 Brian Mason
4:07
Brian Mason: 
A deafening cheer as the Badgers take the field
Monday January 2, 2012 4:07 Brian Mason
4:08
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
i agree more red. badger fans know how to travel well.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:08 kyle L
4:08
[Comment From John LJohn L: ] 
82 degrees - I'd rather be wearing white
Monday January 2, 2012 4:08 John L
4:09
Brian Mason: 
And the Badgers are! They look sharp
Monday January 2, 2012 4:09 Brian Mason
4:09
Brian Mason: 
Time for the coin toss
Monday January 2, 2012 4:09 Brian Mason
4:09
Brian Mason: 
Wisconsin wins the toss
Monday January 2, 2012 4:09 Brian Mason
4:09
Brian Mason: 
The Badgers will receive
Monday January 2, 2012 4:09 Brian Mason
4:09
Brian Mason: 
Wilson: "We'll take the ball."
Monday January 2, 2012 4:09 Brian Mason
4:10
Brian Mason: 
Badgers will defend the north end zone
Monday January 2, 2012 4:10 Brian Mason
4:10
Brian Mason: 
Alright ... it's finally game time. HEre we go.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:10 Brian Mason
4:11
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
go badgers!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:11 sfbaymartha
4:11
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
I would have deferred.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:11 Jim
4:12
Brian Mason: 
Well, Badgers get it to start. We are underway!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:12 Brian Mason
4:12
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
it's bucky tiime
Monday January 2, 2012 4:12 sfbaymartha
4:12
[Comment From McFarland_Badger_FanMcFarland_Badger_Fan: ] 
On Wisconsin
Monday January 2, 2012 4:12 McFarland_Badger_Fan
4:12
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis got a nice return to open things up. Badgers will go to work from their own 23
Monday January 2, 2012 4:12 Brian Mason
4:13
Brian Mason: 
That looked a lot like the start to last year's game ... not quite as big of a gain for Ball, but a good start nonetheless
Monday January 2, 2012 4:13 Brian Mason
4:13
Brian Mason: 
Again, I will not be providing play-by-play updates. I will give you as much as I can
Monday January 2, 2012 4:13 Brian Mason
4:14
Brian Mason: 
Another big run for Montee ... Badgers just shey of Oregon territory
Monday January 2, 2012 4:14 Brian Mason
4:14
[Comment From jtredrockjtredrock: ] 
go badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 4:14 jtredrock
4:15
Brian Mason: 
Ducks finally find a way to slow Montee down ... Badgers at midfield
Monday January 2, 2012 4:15 Brian Mason
4:15
Brian Mason: 
Passing game gets going for the first time today and it moves UW into Oregon territory
Monday January 2, 2012 4:15 Brian Mason
4:15
[Comment From Aaron GibsonAaron Gibson: ] 
Run it down their throat Bucky !
Monday January 2, 2012 4:15 Aaron Gibson
4:15
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
From Brit in UK GO BADGERS!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:15 Guest
4:16
Brian Mason: 
Great play! Wilson stays solid in the face of pressure and completes the pass for a first down. Badgers still driving
Monday January 2, 2012 4:16 Brian Mason
4:16
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
from France GO BADGERS !!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:16 Guest
4:16
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Sparty wins triple ot
Monday January 2, 2012 4:16 csWaterford66
4:16
Brian Mason: 
Touchdown Badgers!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:16 Brian Mason
4:17
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown #Badgers! Jared Abbrederis 38-yd TD pass from #RussellWilson -- Wisconsin 7, Oregon 0 -- 11:48 1st Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:17 BadgerFootball
4:17
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @uwmadison: .@abbrecadabra!!!! #badgers #rosebowluw [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:17 BadgerFootball
4:18
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
He went to Jared!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:18 Jim
4:18
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Who has a fast offense!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:18 Badger Rose
4:18
[Comment From Jimbo from MadtownJimbo from Madtown: ] 
Great pass Russell!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:18 Jimbo from Madtown
4:18
[Comment From jtredrockjtredrock: ] 
Great way to set up the first score.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:18 jtredrock
4:18
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
whoooo hoo ~!!!!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:18 Guest
4:18
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
ABBY!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:18 sfbaymartha
4:18
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
He went to Jared!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:18 Badger Rose
4:18
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @BTNTomDienhart: Like taking candy from a baby for the Badger offense....... [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:18 BadgerFootball
4:19
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ] 
Way to start to start the game Bucky!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:19 DrMJG
4:19
[Comment From Duck SoupDuck Soup: ] 
Quack That #RoseBowlUW
Monday January 2, 2012 4:19 Duck Soup
4:19
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
They just made Bret look smart in taking the ball 1st !
Monday January 2, 2012 4:19 Guest
4:19
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Way to start! Now keep the pedal to the metal....
Monday January 2, 2012 4:19 George in Kentucky
4:19
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
He went to Jared ??? lol !
Monday January 2, 2012 4:19 Guest
4:19
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
go badgers. nice catch abbrederis
Monday January 2, 2012 4:19 Scottie
4:19
Twitter
RussellManiaXVI: 
Adding to his #NCAA record #RussellWilson starts Rose Bowl w/a 38-yard TD pass to Abbrederis. At least one TD pass in 38-straight games [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:19 RussellManiaXVI
4:20
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @PreSnapRead: If you were to introduce a martian (or a European) to CFB, taking them to Rose Bowl might be a good start. Just beautiful [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:20 BadgerFootball
4:21
Brian Mason: 
Welch boots a deep kick and Oregon will start from its own 20
Monday January 2, 2012 4:21 Brian Mason
4:21
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
The D needs to step up now... some good special teams play would help...
Monday January 2, 2012 4:21 George in Kentucky
4:21
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
lets see if Defense can match that statement
Monday January 2, 2012 4:21 Guest
4:21
[Comment From KamakuranKamakuran: ] 
Could you hear me yelling and screaming in Yokohama?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:21 Kamakuran
4:21
Brian Mason: 
Good start, boys. Good start.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:21 Brian Mason
4:22
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Kamakuran... so THAT'S what that sound was! ;o)
Monday January 2, 2012 4:22 George in Kentucky
4:22
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
pluck that duck!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:22 sfbaymartha
4:22
Brian Mason: 
Third down...
Monday January 2, 2012 4:22 Brian Mason
4:22
Brian Mason: 
Oregon converts in a big way. James is extremely tough to match up with and the Badgers have their work cut out for them.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:22 Brian Mason
4:22
[Comment From ChrisChris: ] 
So ABC isn't even carrying the FRICKEN game.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:22 Chris
4:23
Brian Mason: 
The game is not on ABC. It airs nationally on ESPN.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:23 Brian Mason
4:23
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Gotta tackle!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:23 George in Kentucky
4:23
Brian Mason: 
No kidding about that pace for Oregon. Maybe it's a good thing I'm not doing play-by-play today. Hard to keep up.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:23 Brian Mason
4:24
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
they are scary fast
Monday January 2, 2012 4:24 sfbaymartha
4:24
Brian Mason: 
Just like that, the Ducks are knocking on the door.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:24 Brian Mason
4:24
Brian Mason: 
And they're in
Monday January 2, 2012 4:24 Brian Mason
4:24
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown Oregon ... LaMichael James 1-yd TD run -- Wisconsin 7, Oregon 7 -- 9:41 1st Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:24 BadgerFootball
4:25
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
looks like we have ourselves a track meet !
Monday January 2, 2012 4:25 Guest
4:25
Brian Mason: 
If the direct link to the ESPN3.com stream above won't work for you, just key "ESPN3.com" into your browser and follow the links.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:25 Brian Mason
4:25
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Anyone know where I can get Lucas and Lepay on an iPad?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:25 Jim
4:25
Brian Mason: 
Nowhere today, unfortunately. ESPN Radio is the only streaming option for audio today, per the Rose Bowl.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:25 Brian Mason
4:27
Brian Mason: 
Ready for kickoff from Oregon ... White and Abbrederis to receive
Monday January 2, 2012 4:27 Brian Mason
4:28
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Is Abbrederis on scholarship, or was it revoked to make room for Wilson?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:28 Guest
4:28
Brian Mason: 
He is a walk-on that has never been on scholarship. That changes next semester, however. He has certainly earned it.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:28 Brian Mason
4:28
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
This game will come down to turnovers and a defensive stop or 2
Monday January 2, 2012 4:28 Jim
4:28
Brian Mason: 
Without a doubt, Jim. One or two defensive plays could make all the difference
Monday January 2, 2012 4:28 Brian Mason
4:29
Brian Mason: 
4-yard runs are funny. Badgers fans like the gain, Oregon fans are happy that's all he got.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:29 Brian Mason
4:29
Brian Mason: 
Flags down
Monday January 2, 2012 4:29 Brian Mason
4:29
Brian Mason: 
A late whistle and the flag is a false start on Pedersen. Negates a short pass from Wilson to Toon
Monday January 2, 2012 4:29 Brian Mason
4:30
Brian Mason: 
Oh my goodness! Montee Ball with a HUGE run into Oregon territory!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:30 Brian Mason
4:31
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Montee Ball anyone? A 42-yard run puts the #Badgers back in Oregon territory. #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:31 BadgerFootball
4:31
[Comment From AthenaAthena: ] 
Great RUN!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:31 Athena
4:31
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
monteeeeee!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:31 sfbaymartha
4:31
[Comment From Chris in MDChris in MD: ] 
Man, you're about 10 seconds faster than the TV! I feel telepathetic!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:31 Chris in MD
4:31
Brian Mason: 
Happy to help. Don't tell anyone your secret...
Monday January 2, 2012 4:31 Brian Mason
4:32
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Classy. #RoseBowlUW RT @Matt_HayesSN : Love those Wisky Rose Bowl unis [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:32 BadgerFootball
4:32
Brian Mason: 
Russell Wilson just keeps plays alive. It's unreal. What a play for a first down deep in Oregon territory!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:32 Brian Mason
4:33
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
montee ball for president!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:33 sfbaymartha
4:33
Brian Mason: 
Nowhere to throw, with the pass rush on, Wilson waits for Ball to release a block then flips a short pass over the top to him for a 30-yard gain. Wow.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:33 Brian Mason
4:33
[Comment From Marty P.Marty P.: ] 
Got my vote
Monday January 2, 2012 4:33 Marty P.
4:33
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Does Russell wilson have a younger brother ? man he's good !
Monday January 2, 2012 4:33 Guest
4:33
Brian Mason: 
Touchdown Badgers!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:33 Brian Mason
4:34
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown #Badgers! #RussellWilson 4-yard TD run -- Wisconsin 14, Oregon 7 -- 5:55 1st Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:34 BadgerFootball
4:34
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Way to go Russell!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:34 csWaterford66
4:34
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
untouched!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:34 sfbaymartha
4:34
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Way to go Bucky!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:34 George in Kentucky
4:34
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
did I mention how good Russell Wilson is ?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:34 Guest
4:34
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
:) Touchdown
Monday January 2, 2012 4:34 Guest
4:35
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Much like #Badgers' entire season, hard to pick an MVP of that drive. #RussellWilson and #MonteeBall getting it done. #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:35 BadgerFootball
4:36
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @BTNTomDienhart: I can't imagine that there is a more balanced offense in the nation than Wisconsin's. #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:36 BadgerFootball
4:36
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @CollegeGameDay: We haven't played 10 minutes yet and we have 21 points in the #RoseBowl... This one could be really fun. #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:36 BadgerFootball
4:36
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Wilson's dad is watching and pushing him on... you know he's up there cheering!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:36 George in Kentucky
4:37
Brian Mason: 
Russell said he would have the best seat in the house today. Would love to see that view, because the normal seats are pretty fantastic
Monday January 2, 2012 4:37 Brian Mason
4:37
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Great pace on offense too. Keep that Oregon D on the field as loooooooong as possible!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:37 Jim
4:37
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Hey, all you "Guests", you can put your name in that box above the comment box. Then we can tell you apart.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:37 Badger Rose
4:37
Brian Mason: 
Defense time now....
Monday January 2, 2012 4:37 Brian Mason
4:37
[Comment From McFarland_Badger_FanMcFarland_Badger_Fan: ] 
D-UP Bucky
Monday January 2, 2012 4:37 McFarland_Badger_Fan
4:38
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @slmandel: How fun is this? Love watching way Wilson and Ball work off each other. Hard to believe they've only played together this year [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:38 BadgerFootball
4:38
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Now some Big D would help... an Oregon 3 and out would be nice...
Monday January 2, 2012 4:38 George in Kentucky
4:38
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Go offense! Let's see some good defense!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:38 OKBadger
4:38
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
come on defence hold them
Monday January 2, 2012 4:38 kyle L
4:38
[Comment From DrMJGDrMJG: ] 
How many TD's for Monty to have all time record?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:38 DrMJG
4:38
Brian Mason: 
Needs 2 to break Barry Sanders' record ... 1 to tie
Monday January 2, 2012 4:38 Brian Mason
4:38
Brian Mason: 
Third down here. Oregon 1-for-1 so far
Monday January 2, 2012 4:38 Brian Mason
4:38
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Dating back to last year, #Badgers have scored TDs on their last three drives at the #RoseBowl [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:38 BadgerFootball
4:39
Brian Mason: 
Flags down
Monday January 2, 2012 4:39 Brian Mason
4:39
Brian Mason: 
False start backs up the Ducks and makes it 3rd and 9
Monday January 2, 2012 4:39 Brian Mason
4:39
Brian Mason: 
Defense!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:39 Brian Mason
4:40
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
NICE D!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:40 sfbaymartha
4:40
Brian Mason: 
Beau Allen is the defensive MVP so far ... great stop on a keeper by Thomas gives the Badgers the ball again
Monday January 2, 2012 4:40 Brian Mason
4:40
Brian Mason: 
And another nice punt return for Abby gives UW good field position near midfield
Monday January 2, 2012 4:40 Brian Mason
4:41
Brian Mason: 
Wisconsin 14, Oregon 7 -- 4:36 1st Quarter
Monday January 2, 2012 4:41 Brian Mason
4:41
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Let's go offense... put some more distance between us...
Monday January 2, 2012 4:41 George in Kentucky
4:41
[Comment From McFarland_Badger_FanMcFarland_Badger_Fan: ] 
Now for a nice 10 min Drive.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:41 McFarland_Badger_Fan
4:41
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
ducks blink (punt) first;-)
Monday January 2, 2012 4:41 sfbaymartha
4:41
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
a punter sighting !
Monday January 2, 2012 4:41 Guest #1
4:42
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Will he get his first #RoseBowlUW score on this drive? RT @BarrySanders: @M_Ball28 looks great so far today... [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:42 BadgerFootball
4:43
[Comment From Jimbo from MadtownJimbo from Madtown: ] 
Let's make it 21!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:43 Jimbo from Madtown
4:43
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Wooooooo! Keep it up Badgers!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:43 OKBadger
4:43
Brian Mason: 
Wilson can't avoid the rush that time ... he goes down
Monday January 2, 2012 4:43 Brian Mason
4:43
[Comment From IsaacIsaac: ] 
Watching in Columbia, MO! Let's go BADGERS!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:43 Isaac
4:44
Brian Mason: 
Third down for the Badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 4:44 Brian Mason
4:44
[Comment From Badger Fan in Gopher LandBadger Fan in Gopher Land: ] 
I'll feel better with a few more touchdowns for the Badgers. On WI!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:44 Badger Fan in Gopher Land
4:45
Brian Mason: 
Wagner called for a false start that backs the Badgers up ... will be 3rd and 17
Monday January 2, 2012 4:45 Brian Mason
4:45
Brian Mason: 
Late flag should help the Badgers on an incomplete pass
Monday January 2, 2012 4:45 Brian Mason
4:45
Brian Mason: 
Looked like defensive holding
Monday January 2, 2012 4:45 Brian Mason
4:45
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
3rd and 22
Monday January 2, 2012 4:45 kyle L
4:45
Brian Mason: 
Correct, Kyle. It was 3rd and 22. Thanks
Monday January 2, 2012 4:45 Brian Mason
4:46
Brian Mason: 
Pass interference is the call. Badgers pick up the first down and play on
Monday January 2, 2012 4:46 Brian Mason
4:46
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Time to pull a rabbit out of the hat
Monday January 2, 2012 4:46 Guest #1
4:46
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Will the mirrored helmets that the Ducks are wearing be distracting on the field?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:46 OKBadger
4:46
Brian Mason: 
Not sure. They certainly are reflective though
Monday January 2, 2012 4:46 Brian Mason
4:46
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
play on, wisconsin!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:46 sfbaymartha
4:46
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
or a penalty will do just fine
Monday January 2, 2012 4:46 Guest #1
4:46
Brian Mason: 
James White gets in on the action ... a nice run for James
Monday January 2, 2012 4:46 Brian Mason
4:47
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
And White is doing quite well too!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:47 George in Kentucky
4:47
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Badgers running the ball well - keep giving the backs the ball!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:47 Kevin
4:47
Brian Mason: 
First down, Badgers. Back in Oregon territory
Monday January 2, 2012 4:47 Brian Mason
4:48
Brian Mason: 
Badgers very content to keep the ball on the ground and control the clock
Monday January 2, 2012 4:48 Brian Mason
4:48
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
I love the running game! Keep eating up the clock!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:48 OKBadger
4:48
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
OK where's Montee ?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:48 Guest #1
4:48
Brian Mason: 
There he is! A nice run for Montee makes it 3rd and 5
Monday January 2, 2012 4:48 Brian Mason
4:49
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Big 3rd down. Lets keep the drive alive
Monday January 2, 2012 4:49 Kevin
4:49
Brian Mason: 
Badgers keep it on the ground and Montee gets stopped after a gain of 2 ... here comes Brad Nortman
Monday January 2, 2012 4:49 Brian Mason
4:49
Brian Mason: 
Great kick, great coverage!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:49 Brian Mason
4:49
Brian Mason: 
Nortman keeps it away from LaMichael James and pins the Ducks deep in their own territory. They'll start at the Oregon 5
Monday January 2, 2012 4:49 Brian Mason
4:50
Brian Mason: 
A score would have been great, but keeping the ball away from Oregon's offense was a big plus of that possession
Monday January 2, 2012 4:50 Brian Mason
4:50
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Good field position at least... Go defense!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:50 OKBadger
4:50
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
turnover time !
Monday January 2, 2012 4:50 Guest #1
4:50
Brian Mason: 
Oregon will sneak in a final play before the quarter
Monday January 2, 2012 4:50 Brian Mason
4:50
Brian Mason: 
And it's a big one
Monday January 2, 2012 4:50 Brian Mason
4:51
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown Oregon ... De Anthony Thomas 91-yard TD run -- Wisconsin 14, Oregon 14 -- 0:00 1st Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:51 BadgerFootball
4:52
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Wisconsin #Badgers 14, Oregon #Ducks 14 -- End 1st Quarter #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 4:52 BadgerFootball
4:52
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
thank you for not giving it all away, brian, but you're right it was "big."
Monday January 2, 2012 4:52 sfbaymartha
4:52
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
NOOOOOOOOO
Monday January 2, 2012 4:52 Guest
4:52
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
We can't let that happen!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:52 csWaterford66
4:52
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
:( not a good way to end the quarter. :(
Monday January 2, 2012 4:52 OKBadger
4:52
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Ouch...... Need to come right back
Monday January 2, 2012 4:52 Kevin
4:53
Brian Mason: 
That's what we've been afraid of. A 91-yard TD run for De Anthony Thomas. Once he slipped past the linebackers, it didn't look good
Monday January 2, 2012 4:53 Brian Mason
4:54
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Shootout as predicted. Our offense just needs to keep pace.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:54 Badger Rose
4:54
Brian Mason: 
Ron Dayne gets a huge cheer as Rose Bowl Hall of Fame class of 2012 is introduced on the field
Monday January 2, 2012 4:54 Brian Mason
4:55
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
At least we get the ball back and have a chance to wear them down some more.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:55 Jim
4:55
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
I guess Badgers have got to keep Nortman off the field, regardless of how good he is.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:55 Guest #1
4:55
Brian Mason: 
We're ready to go with the second quarter ... Abbrederis and White deep to receive
Monday January 2, 2012 4:55 Brian Mason
4:55
[Comment From Phil from IdahoPhil from Idaho: ] 
R those helmets legal?
Monday January 2, 2012 4:55 Phil from Idaho
4:55
[Comment From Guy on couchGuy on couch: ] 
Ducks jerseys will blend right in with the turf once the lights come on...
Monday January 2, 2012 4:55 Guy on couch
4:56
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis is having a great day on special teams. Solid punt returns and now a 29-yard kickoff return to set UW up at its own 36
Monday January 2, 2012 4:56 Brian Mason
4:56
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
BTW, Kamakuran, I lived in Kamakura the 1st 3 years of my life. Welcome to the blog.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:56 Badger Rose
4:57
Brian Mason: 
He has to catch it twice, but Toon makes a nice grab to make it third and short for UW
Monday January 2, 2012 4:57 Brian Mason
4:58
Brian Mason: 
Fantastic play-action for the Badgers! UW comes out in jumbo look, he sells the handoff to Ball and then fires a strike to Pedersen for the first down
Monday January 2, 2012 4:58 Brian Mason
4:58
[Comment From Duck Em BuckyDuck Em Bucky: ] 
Play action for days.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:58 Duck Em Bucky
4:59
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Beautiful execution! Pederson uses his height.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:59 Badger Rose
4:59
Brian Mason: 
Aboslutely fantastic blocking up front gives Wilson time to hit an open Toon for the first down. Everyone doing their jobs right now.
Monday January 2, 2012 4:59 Brian Mason
4:59
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
toooooon!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:59 sfbaymartha
4:59
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Toooooon!!
Monday January 2, 2012 4:59 Badger Rose
5:00
Brian Mason: 
Once again, Wilson makes something out of nothing! And a flag on the Ducks for a late hit
Monday January 2, 2012 5:00 Brian Mason
5:00
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Rour scoreboar is showing 13 for oregon...
Monday January 2, 2012 5:00 OKBadger
5:00
Brian Mason: 
(good catch...)
Monday January 2, 2012 5:00 Brian Mason
5:01
Brian Mason: 
Badgers creep closer to the goal line, Montee can smell No. 38.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:01 Brian Mason
5:01
Brian Mason: 
Touchdown Badgers!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:01 Brian Mason
5:02
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown #Badgers! #MonteeBall 3-yard TD run (39th of season) -- Wisconsin 21, Oregon 14 -- 10:52 2nd Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:02 BadgerFootball
5:02
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Monte ties the record!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:02 Kevin
5:02
Brian Mason: 
That's No. 39! Please excuse my fat fingers from a moment ago...
Monday January 2, 2012 5:02 Brian Mason
5:02
[Comment From Justin in UtahJustin in Utah: ] 
BALL!!!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:02 Justin in Utah
5:02
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
This game is a recruitment video for UW & Bielema, & also for Chryst at Pitt.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:02 Badger Rose
5:02
Brian Mason: 
How good is Pitt's offense going to be in a couple of years, by the way?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:02 Brian Mason
5:03
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
montee can taste it....with a side of duck sauce!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:03 sfbaymartha
5:03
[Comment From Duck Em BuckyDuck Em Bucky: ] 
Beat Barry Sanders!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:03 Duck Em Bucky
5:03
[Comment From jtredrockjtredrock: ] 
Way to go Monte and the offensive line.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:03 jtredrock
5:03
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Beautiful....Montee!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:03 csWaterford66
5:03
[Comment From Duck Em BuckyDuck Em Bucky: ] 
Most TD's in NCAA history and no Heisman. What a joke.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:03 Duck Em Bucky
5:03
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
There is another Kevin here too, coming from Gaithersburg Maryland. GO BADGERS!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:03 Kevin
5:03
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @TomMulhernWSJ: Good as advertised. #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:03 BadgerFootball
5:04
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @B1GFootball: Congrats, Montee - keep it up! RT @slmandel: And Montee Ball ties Barry Sanders with touchdown No. 39. [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:04 BadgerFootball
5:04
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
Go Badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 5:04 Kimberly
5:04
[Comment From BurlingtonBuckyBurlingtonBucky: ] 
Yeah Montee!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:04 BurlingtonBucky
5:04
[Comment From Phil and Mags from IdahoPhil and Mags from Idaho: ] 
One more for Montee, we want him to break Sander's record
Monday January 2, 2012 5:04 Phil and Mags from Idaho
5:04
[Comment From Duck Em BuckyDuck Em Bucky: ] 
Pitt should clean up on offense since they play in the Big Least. Not many tough games in that conference.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:04 Duck Em Bucky
5:04
[Comment From EmilyEmily: ] 
Way to go, Bucky!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:04 Emily
5:04
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Is there an offensive coordinator in the country who wouldnt want the Wisconsin job if it were offered ?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:04 Guest #1
5:05
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Barry Sanders, class act as usual, already tweeted encouragement to Montee earlier in the blog.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:05 Badger Rose
5:05
Brian Mason: 
Oh, right, defense. Badgers have their work cut out for themselves again here.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:05 Brian Mason
5:06
Brian Mason: 
Wow. Touchdown Oregon ... a 54-yard TD pass to Kenjon Barner
Monday January 2, 2012 5:06 Brian Mason
5:07
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown Oregon... Kenjon Barner 54-yd TD pass from Darron Thomas -- Wisconsin 21, Oregon 21 -- 10:36 2nd Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:07 BadgerFootball
5:07
Brian Mason: 
An 8-second scoring drive for the Ducks there. My goodness.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:07 Brian Mason
5:07
[Comment From AthenaAthena: ] 
Dog Fight right here!!! Love it... Let's Go Badgers!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:07 Athena
5:07
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
on the bright side, the Badgers defense will be well rested
Monday January 2, 2012 5:07 Guest
5:07
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
good grief!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:07 sfbaymartha
5:07
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Man that guy is fast! Need to get a body on him
Monday January 2, 2012 5:07 Kevin
5:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Fasten your seat belts, folks. It's a high-speed race.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:08 Badger Rose
5:08
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Maybe both defenses need to leave and just let offenses go up and down the field until time runs out... see who wins...
Monday January 2, 2012 5:08 George in Kentucky
5:09
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @BarrySanders: Congrats @M_Ball28 - I love that it was a go-ahead TD [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:09 BadgerFootball
5:09
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
81 points to go to catch the Alamo
Monday January 2, 2012 5:09 Guest #1
5:10
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
it lookslike neither team is tackling each other
Monday January 2, 2012 5:10 Kimberly
5:10
Brian Mason: 
Not much defense in this one...
Monday January 2, 2012 5:10 Brian Mason
5:10
Brian Mason: 
Badgers will start at their own 24 after a solid return for Abbrederis
Monday January 2, 2012 5:10 Brian Mason
5:11
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Have to catch up with them before you can tackle them.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:11 Badger Rose
5:12
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Anyone catch how Oregon is baking in the sun while we are in the shade on the sideline? Besides out manning them by 50lbs tackle to tackle and having to be on the field so much SHOULD allow us to pull away in the 4th.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:12 Jim
5:12
[Comment From McFarland_Badger_FanMcFarland_Badger_Fan: ] 
Keep the ducks off the field. Run... Run...Run!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:12 McFarland_Badger_Fan
5:12
Brian Mason: 
Good point, Jim. The Badgers were on the sunny sideline last year but have the shade this time around
Monday January 2, 2012 5:12 Brian Mason
5:12
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
the oregon uniforms really are starting to blend in with the grass.....maybe the shiny helmets aren't the big story and might even help the badgers pick up on the duck players as the sun sinks.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:12 sfbaymartha
5:12
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Hope you are right, Jim.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:12 Badger Rose
5:13
Brian Mason: 
Third down now for the Badgers from their own 40
Monday January 2, 2012 5:13 Brian Mason
5:13
Brian Mason: 
Badgers now 4-for-5 on third down today with a completion from Wilson to Abbrederis
Monday January 2, 2012 5:13 Brian Mason
5:14
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
Brian, what gifts do the players get for being and playing at the roe bowl
Monday January 2, 2012 5:14 Kimberly
5:14
Brian Mason: 
Both teams had access to a "gift suite" where they could select up to $450 worth of gifts. Plus, they got to eat a lot of meat at the Lawry's Beef Bowl....
Monday January 2, 2012 5:14 Brian Mason
5:14
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Wilson to Abby! I love having a smart quarterback!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:14 Badger Rose
5:15
Brian Mason: 
Wilson juuuust overthrows Abbrederis in the end zone. Badgers regroup for second down.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:15 Brian Mason
5:16
[Comment From AthenaAthena: ] 
Abbrederis should get MVP, he's selfless... such a huge factor in the wisconsin offense and doesnt have a scholarship.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:16 Athena
5:16
Brian Mason: 
Badgers just keep the Ducks guessing. The delayed handoff to Ball is good for a gain of 9
Monday January 2, 2012 5:16 Brian Mason
5:16
Brian Mason: 
Another third down coming up here. Badgers 4-for-5 today.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:16 Brian Mason
5:16
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
He definitely deserves one next year
Monday January 2, 2012 5:16 OKBadger
5:16
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis goes on scholarship next semester
Monday January 2, 2012 5:16 Brian Mason
5:16
Brian Mason: 
Decision time now after Ball is stopped for no gain
Monday January 2, 2012 5:16 Brian Mason
5:17
Brian Mason: 
I think you have to go for it here. Can't miss a step against a scoring machine like Oregon
Monday January 2, 2012 5:17 Brian Mason
5:17
Brian Mason: 
Not that time. Wilson can't make something happen on a scramble and the Badgers turn it over to Oregon on downs
Monday January 2, 2012 5:17 Brian Mason
5:18
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
damn !
Monday January 2, 2012 5:18 Guest #1
5:18
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
:(
Monday January 2, 2012 5:18 OKBadger
5:18
Brian Mason: 
Oregon will take over from its own 20 when we return from a TV break
Monday January 2, 2012 5:18 Brian Mason
5:18
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Wilson did a lot to avoid a deep loss. Same effect as a punt.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:18 Badger Rose
5:18
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
It's OK....We'll get it back!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:18 csWaterford66
5:19
Brian Mason: 
Badgers have to find a way to get a stop now ... Playing from behind against Oregon is a tough proposition
Monday January 2, 2012 5:19 Brian Mason
5:19
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
OK Defense, we need a non-Packer like effort here !
Monday January 2, 2012 5:19 Guest #1
5:20
Brian Mason: 
Badgers wilth 286 ya2:36rds of offense already, Oregon with
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 Brian Mason
5:20
Brian Mason: 
Badgers wilth 286 yards of offense already, Oregon with 236
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 Brian Mason
5:20
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
We need a stop now. Time for the defense to show up
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 Kevin
5:20
[Comment From JDJD: ] 
Does Oregon have a reputation for fumbles or interceptions?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 JD
5:20
Brian Mason: 
Just scoring, really.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 Brian Mason
5:20
[Comment From SteveSteve: ] 
A fumble recvery would be nice
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 Steve
5:20
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
C'mon defense!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 OKBadger
5:20
Brian Mason: 
Just like that, it's 3rd and 5. C'mon boys...
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 Brian Mason
5:20
[Comment From TokyoTokyo: ] 
Here from Tokyo. Go Badgers!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:20 Tokyo
5:21
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
HOLD THEM HERE. NOW.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:21 sfbaymartha
5:21
Brian Mason: 
Darron Thomas finds De'Anthony Thomas for the first down ... Cromartie with a great stop in space, however
Monday January 2, 2012 5:21 Brian Mason
5:21
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
An INT would be great right now.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:21 csWaterford66
5:21
[Comment From KimKim: ] 
At least we wrapped them up right away.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:21 Kim
5:22
Brian Mason: 
An Oregon player is down on the field and being tended to
Monday January 2, 2012 5:22 Brian Mason
5:22
Brian Mason: 
It's WR Josh Huff ... he's off the field under his own power but shaken up. IT will be third and 10 for the Ducks
Monday January 2, 2012 5:22 Brian Mason
5:22
[Comment From TokyoTokyo: ] 
Is the game being streamed in a manner visible overseas? Can get ESPN radio in Japan; nothing else.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:22 Tokyo
5:23
Brian Mason: 
You can try BigTenTicket.com ... it's not available in the U.S. so I can't tell you if it works or not, but it may be an option.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:23 Brian Mason
5:23
[Comment From ScottScott: ] 
Go Badgers. c' mon defense
Monday January 2, 2012 5:23 Scott
5:24
Brian Mason: 
2nd and 10, actually
Monday January 2, 2012 5:24 Brian Mason
5:24
[Comment From ScottScott: ] 
stop the ducks now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:24 Scott
5:24
Brian Mason: 
Even when the Badgers have the play sniffed out, Oregon finds a way to get positive yardage. Tough to catch
Monday January 2, 2012 5:24 Brian Mason
5:25
Brian Mason: 
Oh my goodness!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:25 Brian Mason
5:25
Brian Mason: 
What a play!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:25 Brian Mason
5:25
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Awesome!!!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:25 OKBadger
5:25
[Comment From KimKim: ] 
That's what we needed!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:25 Kim
5:25
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Play of the game ???? TOUCHDOWN !!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:25 Guest #1
5:25
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
nice play defence
Monday January 2, 2012 5:25 kyle L
5:26
Brian Mason: 
Mike Taylor stripped Thomas of the ball on a sack and Louis Nzegwu picked it up and ran it in 33 yards for a TD ... the play is being reviewd
Monday January 2, 2012 5:26 Brian Mason
5:26
Brian Mason: 
And it stands! Touchdown, Badgers!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:26 Brian Mason
5:26
[Comment From HollyHolly: ] 
woohoo
Monday January 2, 2012 5:26 Holly
5:26
Brian Mason: 
Taylor with the forced fumble, Nzegwu with the recovery for a TD!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:26 Brian Mason
5:27
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown #Badgers! Louis Nzegwu 33-yard fumble recovery TD -- Wisconsin 28, Oregon 21 -- 3:26 2nd Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:27 BadgerFootball
5:27
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @JJWatt: Louis!!! That's my roommate!!! #OnWisconsin #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:27 BadgerFootball
5:27
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @htmcfarlane: F-f-f-f-f-fuuuummmmbbbblleeeee!!!!!! = TOUCHDOWN WISCONSIN! @BadgerFootball #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:27 BadgerFootball
5:28
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @mikehockett: Who said there's no defense in this game? #Badgers #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:28 BadgerFootball
5:29
[Comment From Phil from IdahoPhil from Idaho: ] 
NOw that is how you pluck a duck.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 Phil from Idaho
5:29
[Comment From EmilyEmily: ] 
Awesome!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 Emily
5:29
[Comment From Phil and Mags from IdahoPhil and Mags from Idaho: ] 
Wow best Rose Bowl ever!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 Phil and Mags from Idaho
5:29
[Comment From ScottScott: ] 
way to go defense. Thats way to play badgers football!!!!!!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 Scott
5:29
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Keep it up dedense!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 OKBadger
5:29
[Comment From SteveSteve: ] 
Oh what a Nice fumble recovery BABY!!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 Steve
5:29
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
woo hoo!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 sfbaymartha
5:29
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Is that Nzegwu's 1st career TD? I don't remember another.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 Badger Rose
5:29
Brian Mason: 
The one and only, Rose! It's a big one!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 Brian Mason
5:29
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
keep that Mo Defense !
Monday January 2, 2012 5:29 Guest #1
5:30
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @BTNBrentYarina: Is there a more picturesque setting than the Rose Bowl? The place is unreal. Take a look: http://bit.ly/rtmC5l [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:30 BadgerFootball
5:30
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @ESPNCFB: "Defense!" (clap-clap) "Defense!" (clap clap). Mike Taylor sacks, Louis Nzegwu scoops & scores for #Wisconsin, up 28-21 [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:30 BadgerFootball
5:30
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Louis & the rest of us will remember this one!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:30 Badger Rose
5:31
Brian Mason: 
Meanwhile, the Ducks are back to their old tricks. Oregon moves into Badgers territory with a 1st and 10 at the UW48
Monday January 2, 2012 5:31 Brian Mason
5:31
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
The Direct TV pic.cam. has shown some great panoramics.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:31 csWaterford66
5:31
Brian Mason: 
Hard to find a more beautiful setting than this
Monday January 2, 2012 5:31 Brian Mason
5:32
Brian Mason: 
Wins against this offense are short-lived. Ducks knocking on the door again.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:32 Brian Mason
5:33
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Critical possession here, adgers don't want to be tied at half having to kick to the Ducks. !
Monday January 2, 2012 5:33 Guest #1
5:33
[Comment From JDJD: ] 
Maybe a beautiful setting, but not the best place to watch a game. No good replay scoreboards.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:33 JD
5:33
Brian Mason: 
That changed this year. Big new video board in the north end zone
Monday January 2, 2012 5:33 Brian Mason
5:33
[Comment From LaurieLaurie: ] 
you are doing an awesome job. I am in a plane and still getting a great overview
Monday January 2, 2012 5:33 Laurie
5:33
Brian Mason: 
1st and goal Oregon
Monday January 2, 2012 5:33 Brian Mason
5:33
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
kind of hard to watch on TV this time of day too
Monday January 2, 2012 5:33 Guest #1
5:33
Brian Mason: 
True, shadows make it tough
Monday January 2, 2012 5:33 Brian Mason
5:34
Brian Mason: 
Ducks backed up to the UW 7 after a false start penalty ... 1st and goal
Monday January 2, 2012 5:34 Brian Mason
5:34
Brian Mason: 
Great read on the run by James ... holds him to a 2-yard gain
Monday January 2, 2012 5:34 Brian Mason
5:34
Brian Mason: 
45 seconds before halftime
Monday January 2, 2012 5:34 Brian Mason
5:35
Brian Mason: 
Another great stop! Darron Thomas' keeper goes nowhere and it's third down
Monday January 2, 2012 5:35 Brian Mason
5:35
Brian Mason: 
Timeout, Oregon
Monday January 2, 2012 5:35 Brian Mason
5:35
Brian Mason: 
It will be third-and-goal from the UW 3 with 35 seconds left in the half
Monday January 2, 2012 5:35 Brian Mason
5:35
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Badger Defense: time to stiffen.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:35 Badger Rose
5:35
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Lets hold them to a FG
Monday January 2, 2012 5:35 Kevin
5:35
[Comment From KentKent: ] 
Who gets the ball in the 2nd half?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:35 Kent
5:35
Brian Mason: 
Oregon. The Badgers won the toss and took the opening kickoff
Monday January 2, 2012 5:35 Brian Mason
5:36
Brian Mason: 
Back to action ... Ducks have 2 timeouts left
Monday January 2, 2012 5:36 Brian Mason
5:36
Brian Mason: 
Touchdown, Oregon
Monday January 2, 2012 5:36 Brian Mason
5:37
Brian Mason: 
The play is now under review
Monday January 2, 2012 5:37 Brian Mason
5:37
Brian Mason: 
This should be short. Looks like a TD on a 3-yard pass from Darron Thomas to Tuinei
Monday January 2, 2012 5:37 Brian Mason
5:37
Brian Mason: 
The ruling is confirmed. Touchdown, Ducks
Monday January 2, 2012 5:37 Brian Mason
5:37
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
what's to review? it was good:(
Monday January 2, 2012 5:37 sfbaymartha
5:38
[Comment From KimKim: ] 
Brian - there seem to be more reviews in this game than normal. Are the refs being more careful?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:38 Kim
5:38
Brian Mason: 
Not really more than normal. Scoring plays always get special scrutiny, though
Monday January 2, 2012 5:38 Brian Mason
5:38
Brian Mason: 
Badgers will get the ball back with 3 timeouts and 30 seconds to work with
Monday January 2, 2012 5:38 Brian Mason
5:39
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown Oregon ... Lavasier Tuinei 3-yard TD pass from Darron Thomas -- Wisconsin 28, Oregon 28 -- 0:30 2nd Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:39 BadgerFootball
5:39
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
How about some magic from Wilson's arm?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:39 OKBadger
5:40
Brian Mason: 
A nice return for Abbrederis off a hop ... Badgers start at their own 34
Monday January 2, 2012 5:40 Brian Mason
5:40
Brian Mason: 
25 seconds to play in the half
Monday January 2, 2012 5:40 Brian Mason
5:40
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
30 seconds? That's an eternity in this game.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:40 Badger Rose
5:40
Brian Mason: 
Toon with a catch on a short pass, and he gets out of bounds
Monday January 2, 2012 5:40 Brian Mason
5:40
Brian Mason: 
17 seconds left after a 5-yard gain ... Badgers have to move it if they want points
Monday January 2, 2012 5:40 Brian Mason
5:41
Brian Mason: 
Timeout, Badgers. They have two remaining
Monday January 2, 2012 5:41 Brian Mason
5:42
Brian Mason: 
Should be 19 seconds left on the clock ... in the stadium we're showing 6 ... must have ruled TOon's progress was stopped on the hit out of bounds
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 Brian Mason
5:42
Brian Mason: 
This changes everything
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 Brian Mason
5:42
Brian Mason: 
One play left
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 Brian Mason
5:42
Brian Mason: 
And the Badgers hand to Montee. That will do it for the first half.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 Brian Mason
5:42
Brian Mason: 
Hmmm..
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 Brian Mason
5:42
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
why did the clock keep moving?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 sfbaymartha
5:42
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Wow are they calling it forward progress?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 Kevin
5:42
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
What's up with them not stopping the clock?
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 OKBadger
5:42
Brian Mason: 
Apparently, they ruled his progress was stopped while still in bounds. Tough call for the Badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 5:42 Brian Mason
5:43
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Wisconsin #Badgers 28, Oregon #Ducks 28 -- Halftime #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:43 BadgerFootball
5:44
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @slmandel: No surprise to hear that 56 pts in the first half was Rose Bowl record. Previous high was 45 (Wisc-UCLA '99). #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:44 BadgerFootball
5:44
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
Oh well, we'll get 'em in the second half.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:44 TokyoBadger
5:44
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Wow... I need a drink...
Monday January 2, 2012 5:44 George in Kentucky
5:44
[Comment From ScottScott: ] 
regroup boys. Stop the ducks in the second half.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:44 Scott
5:44
[Comment From Justin in UtahJustin in Utah: ] 
great game! need the defense to come out strong!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:44 Justin in Utah
5:45
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @cjlewan: Wow what a first half! Let's finish strong @BadgerFootball #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:45 BadgerFootball
5:46
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
One things for sure.... Our defense can't be tired.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:46 Jim
5:46
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Stay alert. If you blink, you miss something.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:46 Badger Rose
5:47
Brian Mason: 
Some halftime stats for you....

TOTAL OFFENSE
WIS: 295; ORE: 341

PASSING
WIS: 10-13, 157 Yds; ORE: 10-13, 161 Yds

RUSHING
WIS: 29-138; ORE: 16-180
Monday January 2, 2012 5:47 Brian Mason
5:47
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
Take no prisoners!
Monday January 2, 2012 5:47 TokyoBadger
5:49
Brian Mason: 
Individual leaders:

RUSHING
Ball (WIS): 21 Car, 122 Yds, TD / James (ORE) 8 Car, 77 Yds, TD

PASSING
Wilson (WIS): 10-13, 157 Yds, TD / Da. Thomas (ORE): 9-12, 153 Yds, 2 TD

RECEIVING
Abbrederis (WIS) 2 Rec, 61 Yds, TD / Tuinei (ORE): 3 Rec, 59 Yds, TD
Monday January 2, 2012 5:49 Brian Mason
5:50
Brian Mason: 
I'll be back in a few minutes to bring you the second half.
Monday January 2, 2012 5:50 Brian Mason
5:51
[Be Right Back Countdown]10 minutes 
Monday January 2, 2012 5:51 
5:56
Twitter
UWBadgersdotcom: 
The @badgerband performs songs from Jersey Boys. #badgers and ducks tied at 28 at the #RoseBowlUW half http://t.co/sTWzt7i7 [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:56 UWBadgersdotcom
5:58
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
MT @TomMulhernWSJ: #Badgers have been second-half defensive team, allowing 17 second-half points in previous five games. #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:58 BadgerFootball
5:59
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @GinaChappin: @BadgerFootball has participated in three of the top six scoring halves in @rosebowlgame history (2012, 1963 and 1999). [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 5:59 BadgerFootball
6:01
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
Welcome back from your beer break, Mr. Mason. You're doing a great job.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:01 TokyoBadger
6:01
Brian Mason: 
Not up here, Tokyo. Although maybe later...
Monday January 2, 2012 6:01 Brian Mason
6:01
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Great first half...
Monday January 2, 2012 6:01 csWaterford66
6:01
[Comment From Big CheezBig Cheez: ] 
Bring some "D" in the second half!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:01 Big Cheez
6:01
Brian Mason: 
Badgers will get their first shot at a second-half defensive stand as Oregon takes the second-half kickoff
Monday January 2, 2012 6:01 Brian Mason
6:01
Brian Mason: 
We're about 3:30 from starting the second half
Monday January 2, 2012 6:01 Brian Mason
6:02
[Comment From Joshua JohnsonJoshua Johnson: ] 
Is this score updated?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:02 Joshua Johnson
6:02
Brian Mason: 
For now, yes. Be careful, it will change often.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:02 Brian Mason
6:03
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Badgers margin for error looks nearly non-existent in 2nd half if they are to win. Cant give up the long TD plays like in 1st half.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:03 Guest #1
6:03
Brian Mason: 
I hope Oregon got the big plays out of its system, but they'll try to burn the Badgers some more in the second half. Offense has to be ready to keep pace with the Ducks' scoring
Monday January 2, 2012 6:03 Brian Mason
6:04
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
Go D for Defense!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:04 Scottie
6:04
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
is it on local channal
Monday January 2, 2012 6:04 Guest
6:04
Brian Mason: 
It's on ESPN nationwide. No local channels
Monday January 2, 2012 6:04 Brian Mason
6:06
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Joining the blog from overseas today: Badger fans in France, Japan (Tokyo & Yokahama) a Brit in UK, and as ever, Dr. MJG in Singapore. Any of our regulars from Brazil? Germany? Korea?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:06 Badger Rose
6:06
[Comment From Joshua JohnsonJoshua Johnson: ] 
Really messed up our Wisconsin Collegiate Football team isnt being broadcast to less fortunate fans..
Monday January 2, 2012 6:06 Joshua Johnson
6:06
[Comment From Joshua JohnsonJoshua Johnson: ] 
Not everyone can afford cable
Monday January 2, 2012 6:06 Joshua Johnson
6:07
Brian Mason: 
I understand. It's a trend of the networks to steer sports toward cable networks.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:07 Brian Mason
6:07
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
Unfortunately, ESPN not available outside U.S.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:07 Scottie
6:07
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Heres hopin Oregon blinks in the 2nd half!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:07 Jim
6:07
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
Here, from the Philippines.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:07 Scottie
6:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Bloggers stateside include SFBay Martha in CA, Phil & Mags from Id, George in KY, Kevin in Gaithersburg, MD, Badgerfan in Gopherland, MN, Isaac in Columbia, MO, & Badger in OK.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:08 Badger Rose
6:08
[Comment From LaurieLaurie: ] 
Here in an airplane
Monday January 2, 2012 6:08 Laurie
6:09
Brian Mason: 
Well, that didn't take long. Touchdown, Oregon.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:09 Brian Mason
6:09
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown Oregon ... De'Anthony Thomas 64-yd TD run -- Oregon 35, Wisconsin 28 -- 14:11 3rd Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:09 BadgerFootball
6:09
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
holy cow.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:09 sfbaymartha
6:09
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
No more of that.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:09 csWaterford66
6:09
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Well that was like a jog
Monday January 2, 2012 6:09 Kevin
6:10
Brian Mason: 
A 43-second scoring drive for Oregon out of the gate of the second half
Monday January 2, 2012 6:10 Brian Mason
6:10
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
We need to stop thomas...
Monday January 2, 2012 6:10 OKBadger
6:10
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
OMG!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:10 TokyoBadger
6:10
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Too easy.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:10 Badger Rose
6:10
[Comment From HollyHolly: ] 
lets go Red
Monday January 2, 2012 6:10 Holly
6:10
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
our turn.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:10 sfbaymartha
6:11
[Comment From McFarland_Badger_FanMcFarland_Badger_Fan: ] 
Down 7 with a UW defensive score, I sure hope our Offense can keep up.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:11 McFarland_Badger_Fan
6:11
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
Go Badgers!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:11 Scottie
6:11
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis and White back to receive the kickoff for the Badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 6:11 Brian Mason
6:12
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
go Badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 6:12 Kimberly
6:12
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Let's go Badgers!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:12 csWaterford66
6:13
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis with an answer! A HUGE return for Abby into Oregon territory!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 Brian Mason
6:13
Brian Mason: 
It's a 60-yard return to set UW up at the Oregon 36
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 Brian Mason
6:13
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Oregon territory!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 Badger Rose
6:13
[Comment From Big CheezBig Cheez: ] 
Nice!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 Big Cheez
6:13
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
ABBY!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 sfbaymartha
6:13
[Comment From Joshua JohnsonJoshua Johnson: ] 
Come on boys!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 Joshua Johnson
6:13
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
good job abby
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 Kimberly
6:13
[Comment From Football HistoryFootball History: ] 
I've never seen a team dominate time of possession this much and still be losing.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 Football History
6:13
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis' return ties UW's record for longest kickoff return in a bowl game
Monday January 2, 2012 6:13 Brian Mason
6:14
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Abby has my game ball to this point.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:14 Badger Rose
6:14
[Comment From GaMillyGaMilly: ] 
Abracadabra!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:14 GaMilly
6:14
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
It happens to almost every Oregon opponent, Football History.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:14 Badger Rose
6:14
Brian Mason: 
Very meaningless against the Ducks.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:14 Brian Mason
6:14
Brian Mason: 
Badgers facing third and 1 here
Monday January 2, 2012 6:14 Brian Mason
6:15
Brian Mason: 
1 yard is no problem for Montee! A big run and a hurdle to boot ... Badgers down to the Oregon 14
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 Brian Mason
6:15
[Comment From GaMillyGaMilly: ] 
Montee!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 GaMilly
6:15
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
montee!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 sfbaymartha
6:15
[Comment From UWUW: ] 
badgers.... go!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 UW
6:15
[Comment From UWUW: ] 
Go badgers~!!!! gogogogo~!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 UW
6:15
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Montee runs the hurdles!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 Badger Rose
6:15
[Comment From Big CheezBig Cheez: ] 
Sweeet!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 Big Cheez
6:15
Brian Mason: 
Badgers take their first timeout of the hal
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 Brian Mason
6:15
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
wow what a hurddle
Monday January 2, 2012 6:15 Kimberly
6:16
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Montee the magician !
Monday January 2, 2012 6:16 Guest #1
6:16
[Comment From GaMillyGaMilly: ] 
Polished his helmet!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:16 GaMilly
6:16
[Comment From KentKent: ] 
I can't see the game, has the Badger defense been out of position or is Oregon just too fast for us?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:16 Kent
6:16
Brian Mason: 
Too fast for just about anybody. Position meaining little right now.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:16 Brian Mason
6:17
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Kent, on the big runs only Aaron Henry is even in the picture frame with the Oregon guys.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:17 Badger Rose
6:17
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Not a big fan of using a TO that early
Monday January 2, 2012 6:17 Kevin
6:18
[Comment From mjmj: ] 
we need 7 here to stay in this trackmeet!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:18 mj
6:19
Brian Mason: 
Darn. Ball trips on a carry on 2nd and 8 ... he had tons of running room. Third down now
Monday January 2, 2012 6:19 Brian Mason
6:20
Brian Mason: 
Wilson had to get rid of the ball before taking a shot in the pocket ... fourth down
Monday January 2, 2012 6:20 Brian Mason
6:20
Brian Mason: 
Welch on for a 29-yard FG attempt
Monday January 2, 2012 6:20 Brian Mason
6:20
Brian Mason: 
He hits it
Monday January 2, 2012 6:20 Brian Mason
6:21
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
#Badgers score! Philip Welch 29-yard FG -- Oregon 35, Wisconsin 31 -- 10:50 3rd Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:21 BadgerFootball
6:21
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Field goal = a loss on this possession
Monday January 2, 2012 6:21 Guest #1
6:21
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
That may just be the difference in the game - could now go either way
Monday January 2, 2012 6:21 Scottie
6:21
Brian Mason: 
You hate to blink against Oregon, but you had to take the points. Defense looking to do its part now.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:21 Brian Mason
6:22
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
stop them, bucky
Monday January 2, 2012 6:22 Scottie
6:22
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @BTNTomDienhart: The real question in the second half: Will either team have to punt? Each had one punt in the first half. #RBGPasadena [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:22 BadgerFootball
6:23
[Comment From stating the obviousstating the obvious: ] 
we need a stop to stay in the game
Monday January 2, 2012 6:23 stating the obvious
6:23
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
This game is far from decided! Almost 26 minutes left.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:23 Badger Rose
6:23
[Comment From GaMillyGaMilly: ] 
Kick out of the end zone would be timely
Monday January 2, 2012 6:23 GaMilly
6:23
Brian Mason: 
Just as good ... De'Anthony Thomas takes a knee on the deep kickoff and the Ducks will start at their own 20
Monday January 2, 2012 6:23 Brian Mason
6:24
Brian Mason: 
Crowd wants a safety called .. looked like Thomas may have stepped over the goal line then taken a knee
Monday January 2, 2012 6:24 Brian Mason
6:24
Brian Mason: 
Badgers take a timeout to give the crew time to look at the play
Monday January 2, 2012 6:24 Brian Mason
6:25
Brian Mason: 
.... Coach Bielema working the officiating crew hard on this
Monday January 2, 2012 6:25 Brian Mason
6:25
Brian Mason: 
They won't review it and we play on
Monday January 2, 2012 6:25 Brian Mason
6:26
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Not good...
Monday January 2, 2012 6:26 Jim
6:26
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
costly timeout......ouch ! bad advice from the booth
Monday January 2, 2012 6:26 Guest
6:26
[Comment From GeorgiaBadgerGeorgiaBadger: ] 
Not a good use of a timeout
Monday January 2, 2012 6:26 GeorgiaBadger
6:26
Brian Mason: 
Badgers section hear is still booing very loudly
Monday January 2, 2012 6:26 Brian Mason
6:26
Brian Mason: 
*here
Monday January 2, 2012 6:26 Brian Mason
6:26
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
what is coach Bielma thinking please let us know?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:26 Guest
6:26
Brian Mason: 
He's thinking about getting 2 points out of a potential Oregon miscue. Officials wouldn't hear it.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:26 Brian Mason
6:27
Brian Mason: 
Meanwhile, great defense!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:27 Brian Mason
6:27
Brian Mason: 
Ducks will punt
Monday January 2, 2012 6:27 Brian Mason
6:27
[Comment From GaMillyGaMilly: ] 
Well I admit I have learned a bit about the rules today
Monday January 2, 2012 6:27 GaMilly
6:27
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
there you go defence
Monday January 2, 2012 6:27 kyle L
6:28
Brian Mason: 
A big tackle for the Ducks to keep Abbrederis from sprining the return into a big one
Monday January 2, 2012 6:28 Brian Mason
6:28
Brian Mason: 
Badgers take over at their own 38
Monday January 2, 2012 6:28 Brian Mason
6:28
[Comment From Justin in UtahJustin in Utah: ] 
great defense!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:28 Justin in Utah
6:28
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Develop amnesia & move on. Forced a punt.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:28 Badger Rose
6:28
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
good job defense and the ducks have to punt
Monday January 2, 2012 6:28 Kimberly
6:28
[Comment From TazzmanTazzman: ] 
Way to go D!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:28 Tazzman
6:28
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Still good field position.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:28 Badger Rose
6:28
Brian Mason: 
Most importantly, a stop and a chance for the offense to take the lead here
Monday January 2, 2012 6:28 Brian Mason
6:29
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
GO BADGERS!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:29 sfbaymartha
6:29
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @ESPN_BigTen: Abbrederis emerging into a nationally elite return man. Nice surprise for the Badgers this season [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:29 BadgerFootball
6:30
[Comment From KentKent: ] 
That field goal is looking big right now. We've got to hold our serve from here on out though
Monday January 2, 2012 6:30 Kent
6:30
[Comment From HollyHolly: ] 
Go Bucky Go!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:30 Holly
6:30
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
Go Badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 6:30 Kimberly
6:30
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
now score, bucky... where are those big Wisconsin offensive lines..
Monday January 2, 2012 6:30 Scottie
6:30
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
So, did the timeout take the ducks out of their rythem ?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:30 Guest
6:30
Brian Mason: 
Honestly, Guest, that may have been at least a small factor. Oregon thrives on pace and hates to see it disrupted
Monday January 2, 2012 6:30 Brian Mason
6:31
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @BFeldmanCBS: Very impressed w Jared Abbrederis. Exciting every time he touches it. Have to like the guys w/ the wrestling/track doub ... [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:31 BadgerFootball
6:31
Brian Mason: 
Their coaches talked this week about the long TV breaks during BCS games as a factor, Have to think the Badgers taking a T.O. only helped
Monday January 2, 2012 6:31 Brian Mason
6:31
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Ducks defense should be getting tired
Monday January 2, 2012 6:31 Guest #1
6:32
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Let's make sure the TO situation is not an issue. Score, score, score.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:32 csWaterford66
6:32
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
hope so.. bring those big offensive guys in
Monday January 2, 2012 6:32 Scottie
6:32
Brian Mason: 
Another big run up the middle ... it's White this time and the Badgers have a first down at midfield
Monday January 2, 2012 6:32 Brian Mason
6:33
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
And score again. No lead is safe with these Ducks.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:33 Badger Rose
6:33
[Comment From mjmj: ] 
I repeat. The Badgers Need 7. Now.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:33 mj
6:33
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
James White = Fresh legs
Monday January 2, 2012 6:33 Guest #1
6:33
Brian Mason: 
Badgers doing a nice job of rotating White in to spell Ball today
Monday January 2, 2012 6:33 Brian Mason
6:34
Brian Mason: 
Now a third and 8 from the Oregon 48
Monday January 2, 2012 6:34 Brian Mason
6:34
Brian Mason: 
Hello, Russell Wilson!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:34 Brian Mason
6:35
Brian Mason: 
Jacob Pedersen with the block that makes it all go and Wilson picks off a first down with his legs!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:35 Brian Mason
6:35
[Comment From badgersrulebadgersrule: ] 
RUSSELL!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:35 badgersrule
6:35
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
those are some FRESH legs!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:35 sfbaymartha
6:35
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Ah, Russell. What a pleasure you have been!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:35 Badger Rose
6:36
Brian Mason: 
Ducks bring pressure but Wilson stays poised and hits Ewing for a nice gain. Third and 4 for the Badgers at the Oregon 25
Monday January 2, 2012 6:36 Brian Mason
6:36
Brian Mason: 
Badgers 6-for-9 on third down tonight
Monday January 2, 2012 6:36 Brian Mason
6:36
Brian Mason: 
Make it 7-for-10! Wilson finds Ball for a first down!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:36 Brian Mason
6:36
[Comment From wisconsinbornwisconsinborn: ] 
russels a monster,no question
Monday January 2, 2012 6:36 wisconsinborn
6:36
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Bradie our captain steps up.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:36 Badger Rose
6:37
[Comment From TazzmanTazzman: ] 
Oregon D is starting to get worn down.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:37 Tazzman
6:37
Brian Mason: 
Keep pounding it at them!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:37 Brian Mason
6:37
Brian Mason: 
Touchdown Badgers!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:37 Brian Mason
6:38
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown #Badgers! Nick Toon 18-yd TD pass from #RussellWilson -- Wisconsin 38, Oregon 35 -- 4:44 3rd Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:38 BadgerFootball
6:38
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
38 points ties #Badgers' record for most points scored in a bowl game #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:38 BadgerFootball
6:38
[Comment From badgersrulebadgersrule: ] 
TOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOON!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:38 badgersrule
6:38
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Tooooon!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:38 csWaterford66
6:38
[Comment From LaurieLaurie: ] 
Go bucky
Monday January 2, 2012 6:38 Laurie
6:38
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
good job offense
Monday January 2, 2012 6:38 Kimberly
6:38
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
We are great.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:38 TokyoBadger
6:39
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
TOOOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN!!!! Love yeah
Monday January 2, 2012 6:39 Scottie
6:39
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Now let's stay tooned!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:39 csWaterford66
6:39
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Nice block from Montee to protect Russell & buy him time.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:39 Badger Rose
6:39
Brian Mason: 
Good catch, Rose. That was key to the play
Monday January 2, 2012 6:39 Brian Mason
6:39
[Comment From Justin in UtahJustin in Utah: ] 
yes!!!!!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:39 Justin in Utah
6:39
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
tooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:39 kyle L
6:41
Brian Mason: 
And the Ducks come out swinging ... Thomas finds Tuinei on a 35-yard pass into UW territory
Monday January 2, 2012 6:41 Brian Mason
6:41
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
I'm powering up my defibrilator... gonna need it before this is done!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:41 Guest
6:41
[Comment From KentKent: ] 
Any chance our defense can stop them twice in a row?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:41 Kent
6:41
Brian Mason: 
Tough task. Oregon down to the UW 25 already
Monday January 2, 2012 6:41 Brian Mason
6:42
Brian Mason: 
Chris Borland, friends. What a player. A great stop on Thomas in the backfield for a sack ... loss of 2
Monday January 2, 2012 6:42 Brian Mason
6:42
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Yes!!! Borland!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:42 Badger Rose
6:42
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
wow. the rose bowl is keeping up to its expectations
Monday January 2, 2012 6:42 Scottie
6:42
Brian Mason: 
And then some!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:42 Brian Mason
6:42
Brian Mason: 
Holding call coming up on Oregon
Monday January 2, 2012 6:42 Brian Mason
6:42
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
TFL!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:42 Badger Rose
6:42
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
speed, gee, they really have speed
Monday January 2, 2012 6:42 Scottie
6:43
Brian Mason: 
That backs the Ducks up 10 yards ... 2nd and 22 from the UW 37
Monday January 2, 2012 6:43 Brian Mason
6:43
Brian Mason: 
Badgers sniff out the screen pass. They had a specfic drill for that play in practice this week.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:43 Brian Mason
6:44
Brian Mason: 
Intercepted! Aaron Henry!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:44 Brian Mason
6:44
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
nice catch
Monday January 2, 2012 6:44 kyle L
6:45
Brian Mason: 
Illegal block thrown on Butrym during Henry's return ... Badgers keep the ball but get backed up to their own 16
Monday January 2, 2012 6:45 Brian Mason
6:45
[Comment From TazzmanTazzman: ] 
Tipped pass drill in action!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:45 Tazzman
6:45
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Great time for INT.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:45 csWaterford66
6:45
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
intercepted, sweet henry!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:45 Scottie
6:45
[Comment From TucsonBadgerFanTucsonBadgerFan: ] 
Interception!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:45 TucsonBadgerFan
6:45
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
woo hoo
Monday January 2, 2012 6:45 sfbaymartha
6:46
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
And @M_Ball28 proves #Badgers can fly too: http://bit.ly/rtmC5l (via @BTNBrentYarina) #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:46 BadgerFootball
6:47
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
A big one from @AaronHenry7 ... they're cheering in Imokalee! RT @Andy_Staples: Holy cow! A play on defense! [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:47 BadgerFootball
6:47
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
Brian, could you please tell us when they play the Jump Around? and how electrifying?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:47 Scottie
6:47
Brian Mason: 
Oh, I'll let you know. I may even provide you with something to jump to from afar...
Monday January 2, 2012 6:47 Brian Mason
6:47
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
almost time for jump around
Monday January 2, 2012 6:47 kyle L
6:47
[Comment From ginnyannginnyann: ] 
Cheering in Baraboo!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:47 ginnyann
6:47
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Last night on Facebook I predicted to Aaron that he would get an interception!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:47 Badger Rose
6:47
[Comment From ScottieScottie: ] 
now a slow drive for wisconsin - eat up some time
Monday January 2, 2012 6:47 Scottie
6:48
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Oth defenses are stepping up a bit in the 2nd half. Who could have seen this coming?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:48 Jim
6:48
Brian Mason: 
The defense. They have a lot of pride in what they do and want to slow Oregon down more than you know.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:48 Brian Mason
6:48
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
Please tell the UW Alumni Association to figure out a way to provide overseas alumni with video.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:48 TokyoBadger
6:49
Brian Mason: 
I'll pass it along, Tokyo. It's something I would think the Rose Bowl could work with ESPN on.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:49 Brian Mason
6:49
[Comment From KimKim: ] 
ESPN just did a close up of the special uniforms - Wisconsin has much classier uniforms. The Rose Petal Motion W is very cool!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:49 Kim
6:49
[Comment From Aussie GuyAussie Guy: ] 
where can i watch this game over net??
Monday January 2, 2012 6:49 Aussie Guy
6:49
Brian Mason: 
ESPN3.com in the U.S. Nothing found overseas that I've heard yet.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:49 Brian Mason
6:49
Brian Mason: 
Oregon band pumping the Gladiator soundtrack now as one of their players is tended to on the field
Monday January 2, 2012 6:49 Brian Mason
6:50
Brian Mason: 
It's been a lengthy delay. Hoping this is precautionary and that he's OK.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:50 Brian Mason
6:50
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Amen Brain
Monday January 2, 2012 6:50 Guest #1
6:50
[Comment From H2 StuttgartH2 Stuttgart: ] 
ESPN America is carrying the game in Europe
Monday January 2, 2012 6:50 H2 Stuttgart
6:50
[Comment From SamSam: ] 
Watching live in HD from Malaysia...go badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 6:50 Sam
6:50
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
#Pride. #RoseBowlUW RT @gottliebshow: Wisconsin travels like no other--Look at the Red invading the Yellow-- [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:50 BadgerFootball
6:51
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
This delay is killing every ounce of momentum
Monday January 2, 2012 6:51 Guest
6:51
Brian Mason: 
That's not what it's about when someone is injured. It's Carson York that's down for the Ducks.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:51 Brian Mason
6:51
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Great to see so many Badger fans all over the world! Wow!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:51 George in Kentucky
6:52
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
rose is keeping track. LOVE IT
Monday January 2, 2012 6:52 sfbaymartha
6:52
Brian Mason: 
Always. Would love another update, Rose
Monday January 2, 2012 6:52 Brian Mason
6:52
Brian Mason: 
Badgers take over at their own 16 ... it's loud here
Monday January 2, 2012 6:52 Brian Mason
6:52
Brian Mason: 
Ducks fill the space as Ball finds a big hole to run through, but he bounces past the contact
Monday January 2, 2012 6:52 Brian Mason
6:53
[Comment From George in KentuckyGeorge in Kentucky: ] 
Hope Mr. York is okay...
Monday January 2, 2012 6:53 George in Kentucky
6:53
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Time for ball to take over
Monday January 2, 2012 6:53 Kevin
6:53
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
monteeeeeeee
Monday January 2, 2012 6:53 sfbaymartha
6:53
[Comment From badgersrulebadgersrule: ] 
montee!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:53 badgersrule
6:53
[Comment From Badger Fan in Gopher LandBadger Fan in Gopher Land: ] 
This is the moment that I wish I had cable. Though it's nice have Brian beat out the radio!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:53 Badger Fan in Gopher Land
6:53
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
here's south korea kkkkk Go Badgers~!!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:53 Guest
6:54
[Comment From Aussie GuyAussie Guy: ] 
hoping to add to my cap collection, rose bowl champs 2012 to go with 2000 champ cap
Monday January 2, 2012 6:54 Aussie Guy
6:54
Brian Mason: 
Wouldn't mind that a bit.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:54 Brian Mason
6:54
Brian Mason: 
Badgers facing third and 4 from their own 34 here ... 7-for-10 on third down today
Monday January 2, 2012 6:54 Brian Mason
6:54
Brian Mason: 
And Wilson is picked off trying to hit Pedersen
Monday January 2, 2012 6:54 Brian Mason
6:55
Brian Mason: 
Oh boy. Just Wilson's fourth INT of the season
Monday January 2, 2012 6:55 Brian Mason
6:55
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
nooooooooo
Monday January 2, 2012 6:55 sfbaymartha
6:55
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Yuck.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:55 Badger Rose
6:55
Brian Mason: 
Defense? We need you again.
Monday January 2, 2012 6:55 Brian Mason
6:55
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
that'a a killer. nice play by the DB though
Monday January 2, 2012 6:55 Guest #1
6:55
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
Darn.]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:55 TokyoBadger
6:56
Brian Mason: 
Ducks right back at it ... First down and into the red zone
Monday January 2, 2012 6:56 Brian Mason
6:56
Brian Mason: 
That's the end of the third quarter....
Monday January 2, 2012 6:56 Brian Mason
6:56
Brian Mason: 
Jump Around in Pasadena!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:56 Brian Mason
6:57
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
#JumpAround in Pasadena! [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:57 BadgerFootball
6:57
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Wisconsin #Badgers 38, Oregon #Ducks 35 -- End 3rd Quarter [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:57 BadgerFootball
6:57
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @slmandel: End of third quarter -- and yes, they're doing "Jump Around" here at Camp Randall West. [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:57 BadgerFootball
6:58
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
RT @UWMadison: Wherever you are in the world, JUMP AROUND! http://bit.ly/urRPP0 #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 BadgerFootball
6:58
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
jumping in the bay area
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 sfbaymartha
6:58
[Comment From KimKim: ] 
Jumping in Ohio!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 Kim
6:58
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Jump around!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 Badger Rose
6:58
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Time for our Jump Around
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 csWaterford66
6:58
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
jump around!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 sfbaymartha
6:58
Brian Mason: 
That was great. Fans singing along and jumping ... a great scene
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 Brian Mason
6:58
[Comment From TazzmanTazzman: ] 
Jumping in Florida
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 Tazzman
6:58
[Comment From LaurieLaurie: ] 
Jumping on the plane
Monday January 2, 2012 6:58 Laurie
6:59
[Comment From ginnyannginnyann: ] 
jumping, jumping
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 ginnyann
6:59
Brian Mason: 
Thanks to Rose Bowl for playing "Jump Around" ... fantastic
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 Brian Mason
6:59
Brian Mason: 
Now playing "Shout" for Oregon's benefit, but the Badgers are making the most of another one of their favorites!
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 Brian Mason
6:59
[Comment From kyle Lkyle L: ] 
jumping aound in fond du Lac, wisconsin
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 kyle L
6:59
[Comment From IsaacIsaac: ] 
Jumping in Missouri
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 Isaac
6:59
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
love it
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 Guest
6:59
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
careful laurie:-)
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 sfbaymartha
6:59
[Comment From LaurieLaurie: ] 
Lots of jumping?
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 Laurie
6:59
Brian Mason: 
Indeed ... now back to action
Monday January 2, 2012 6:59 Brian Mason
7:00
Brian Mason: 
2nd and 9 for the Ducks at the UW 21
Monday January 2, 2012 7:00 Brian Mason
7:00
[Comment From GaMillyGaMilly: ] 
A stop here and then pound the ball. Play action only.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:00 GaMilly
7:00
Twitter
UWBadgersdotcom: 
JUMP AROUND! #badgers lead ducks 38-35 as we head to the fourth quarter [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 7:00 UWBadgersdotcom
7:00
[Comment From LucasLucas: ] 
They're showing a quick replay of "Jump Around" and "Shout" on TV
Monday January 2, 2012 7:00 Lucas
7:01
Brian Mason: 
Badgers nearly had Thomas wrapped up, but he shakes the tackle and picks up the first down
Monday January 2, 2012 7:01 Brian Mason
7:01
Brian Mason: 
Touchdown, Oregon
Monday January 2, 2012 7:01 Brian Mason
7:02
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Touchdown Oregon... Tuinei 11 TD pass from Darron Thomas -- Oregon 42, Wisconsin 38 -- 14:35 4th Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 7:02 BadgerFootball
7:02
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Ugh, that hurts.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:02 OKBadger
7:02
[Comment From Burlington-JohnBurlington-John: ] 
Darn I thought we might hold them to a field goal.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:02 Burlington-John
7:03
[Comment From TazzmanTazzman: ] 
Team with the ball last wins. GO BADGERS!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:03 Tazzman
7:03
Brian Mason: 
OK ... here we go again. Lots of time and the Badgers looking for the end zone
Monday January 2, 2012 7:03 Brian Mason
7:04
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
lets see some more abbie magic !
Monday January 2, 2012 7:04 Guest #1
7:04
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
If we can't stop them, we can return the favor, and control the ball.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:04 csWaterford66
7:04
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
come on badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 7:04 Guest
7:04
[Comment From Joshua JohnsonJoshua Johnson: ] 
come on
Monday January 2, 2012 7:04 Joshua Johnson
7:05
Brian Mason: 
Another good return for Abbrederis and the Badgers start at their own 33
Monday January 2, 2012 7:05 Brian Mason
7:05
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
Lets Go Badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 7:05 Kimberly
7:05
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Look at the bright side. We held Oregon to 7 points in the 3rd quarter. Maybe we can make it only 7 in the 4th.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:05 Badger Rose
7:06
Brian Mason: 
Wilson wisely throws it away after being flushed on first down
Monday January 2, 2012 7:06 Brian Mason
7:06
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
its been a while since we broke a big play........
Monday January 2, 2012 7:06 Guest #1
7:06
Brian Mason: 
Going to need one here. It will be third and 13 from the Badgers' 30
Monday January 2, 2012 7:06 Brian Mason
7:07
Brian Mason: 
Wilson finds Ball for a 7-yard gain, but the Badgers will have to punt
Monday January 2, 2012 7:07 Brian Mason
7:07
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
the wearing down the opponents defense thing isnt working so well tonight
Monday January 2, 2012 7:07 Guest #1
7:08
Brian Mason: 
Great coverage on James downfield! The speedster gets just 4 yards on a 56-yard punt by Nortman
Monday January 2, 2012 7:08 Brian Mason
7:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Wonderful coverage.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:08 Badger Rose
7:08
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Okay, guys: Badger fans in Australia; France; Stuttgart, Germany ; Tokyo & Yokohama, Japan; Malaysia; Philippines; South Korea; UK; and the ever-faithful Dr. MJG in Singapore.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:08 Badger Rose
7:10
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Here's hoping some of @BadgerMBB's nation's best defense rubs off on football #Badgers with 12:44 to play in #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 7:10 BadgerFootball
7:10
[Comment From Burlington-JohnBurlington-John: ] 
Come on Badgers, big D ....
Monday January 2, 2012 7:10 Burlington-John
7:10
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
This is a huge series - need a stop big time
Monday January 2, 2012 7:10 Kevin
7:10
[Comment From Burlington-JohnBurlington-John: ] 
It's about time for a turnover....
Monday January 2, 2012 7:10 Burlington-John
7:10
[Comment From TucsonBadgerFanTucsonBadgerFan: ] 
Badgers must find a way to stop Oregon now.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:10 TucsonBadgerFan
7:11
Brian Mason: 
Oregon goes quick and Tuinei continues to burn the Badgers ... a big pass play from Darron Thomas (41 yards) makes it 1st down Oregon at the UW 45
Monday January 2, 2012 7:11 Brian Mason
7:11
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Badger fans stateside: Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Utah, & of course, Wisconsin.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:11 Badger Rose
7:12
[Comment From Badger Fan 101Badger Fan 101: ] 
They need to stuff James
Monday January 2, 2012 7:12 Badger Fan 101
7:12
Brian Mason: 
Third down upcoming for the Ducks ... big play here
Monday January 2, 2012 7:12 Brian Mason
7:12
Brian Mason: 
It's close, but it looks like Barner got just enough for the first down
Monday January 2, 2012 7:12 Brian Mason
7:12
Brian Mason: 
First down on a 4-yard gain for Barner
Monday January 2, 2012 7:12 Brian Mason
7:12
[Comment From stevensteven: ] 
and IL
Monday January 2, 2012 7:12 steven
7:12
[Comment From lindseylindsey: ] 
nevada
Monday January 2, 2012 7:12 lindsey
7:12
[Comment From Texan BadgerTexan Badger: ] 
Texas here and cheering.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:12 Texan Badger
7:12
[Comment From LaurieLaurie: ] 
And in a plane
Monday January 2, 2012 7:12 Laurie
7:13
Brian Mason: 
Barner stuffed that time ... Badgers need to hold the Ducks here
Monday January 2, 2012 7:13 Brian Mason
7:13
Brian Mason: 
Flag down!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:13 Brian Mason
7:13
Brian Mason: 
It's on the Ducks!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:13 Brian Mason
7:14
Brian Mason: 
Wipes out a big pass!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 Brian Mason
7:14
Brian Mason: 
The holding call backs the Ducks up to their UW 44 ... 2nd and 20
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 Brian Mason
7:14
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
whew !
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 Guest #1
7:14
[Comment From KevinKevin: ] 
Whew that helps!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 Kevin
7:14
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
good
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 Kimberly
7:14
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
stuff'em again and STRIP the ball, please.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 sfbaymartha
7:14
Brian Mason: 
How about another one?!? False start on Oregon
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 Brian Mason
7:14
Brian Mason: 
Make it 2nd and 25 at the UW 49
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 Brian Mason
7:14
[Comment From Burlington-JohnBurlington-John: ] 
Great news, about time we had something go our way
Monday January 2, 2012 7:14 Burlington-John
7:15
Brian Mason: 
Barner carries for 11 ... 3rd and 14 now
Monday January 2, 2012 7:15 Brian Mason
7:15
Brian Mason: 
The sea of red is loud!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:15 Brian Mason
7:15
Brian Mason: 
Thank you Mike Taylor! A stop on Thomas but Oregon will go for it on 4th and 6
Monday January 2, 2012 7:15 Brian Mason
7:16
Brian Mason: 
Just enough for the first down. Ugh.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:16 Brian Mason
7:16
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
boo
Monday January 2, 2012 7:16 Kimberly
7:17
Brian Mason: 
2nd and 7 from the UW 19
Monday January 2, 2012 7:17 Brian Mason
7:17
Brian Mason: 
Badgers containing the big play, but the Ducks are managing to pick off small gains when they need them
Monday January 2, 2012 7:17 Brian Mason
7:17
Brian Mason: 
4th and 1 now
Monday January 2, 2012 7:17 Brian Mason
7:17
Brian Mason: 
Nail biting time.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:17 Brian Mason
7:17
Brian Mason: 
7:10 to play
Monday January 2, 2012 7:17 Brian Mason
7:17
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Hold 'em.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:17 Badger Rose
7:17
[Comment From Badger Fan 222Badger Fan 222: ] 
We need to stop them here!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:17 Badger Fan 222
7:18
[Comment From TazzmanTazzman: ] 
C'mon D!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:18 Tazzman
7:18
Brian Mason: 
Ducks take a timeout with 6:55 to play
Monday January 2, 2012 7:18 Brian Mason
7:19
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Don't want a 2-score gap. Hope they go for the FG.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:19 Badger Rose
7:19
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
holding my breath
Monday January 2, 2012 7:19 Guest #1
7:19
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
no fake allowed here please
Monday January 2, 2012 7:19 Guest #1
7:19
[Comment From BigRedBigRed: ] 
We need a big stand here and hold them to 3
Monday January 2, 2012 7:19 BigRed
7:20
Brian Mason: 
Oregon lining up for a 30-yard FG
Monday January 2, 2012 7:20 Brian Mason
7:20
Brian Mason: 
It's good ... Oregon 45, Wisconsin 38 -- 6:50 to go
Monday January 2, 2012 7:20 Brian Mason
7:21
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Oregon scores... Alejandro Maldonado 30-yard FG -- Oregon 45, Wisconsin 38 -- 6:50 4th Qtr #RoseBowlUW [via Twitter]
Monday January 2, 2012 7:21 BadgerFootball
7:22
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
still in striking distance
Monday January 2, 2012 7:22 Guest #1
7:22
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
"Brian Mason: It's good ... Oregon 45, Wisconsin 38 -- 6:50 to go."
Monday January 2, 2012 7:22 TokyoBadger
7:22
Brian Mason: 
Hard to speak right now actually ... nervous
Monday January 2, 2012 7:22 Brian Mason
7:22
[Comment From chadchad: ] 
play some defense
Monday January 2, 2012 7:22 chad
7:22
Brian Mason: 
Badgers get the ball back here, actually
Monday January 2, 2012 7:22 Brian Mason
7:23
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis takes the kickoff and gets it out to the UW 30 ... Badgers take over with 6:43 to go
Monday January 2, 2012 7:23 Brian Mason
7:23
[Comment From KimberlyKimberly: ] 
Go Abby
Monday January 2, 2012 7:23 Kimberly
7:23
Brian Mason: 
Ball carries and is stuffed for a 1-yard loss
Monday January 2, 2012 7:23 Brian Mason
7:23
Brian Mason: 
Have the feeling this drive is on Russell Wilson's shoulders
Monday January 2, 2012 7:23 Brian Mason
7:24
[Comment From ginnyannginnyann: ] 
The fans must be screaming wild in the stands!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:24 ginnyann
7:24
Brian Mason: 
It's loud!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:24 Brian Mason
7:24
Brian Mason: 
Third and 6 ... crunch time now for the Badgers at their own 34
Monday January 2, 2012 7:24 Brian Mason
7:25
Brian Mason: 
Wilson! He stays with the play and finds Toon, who makes a great effort to dive for the first down! Move those chains!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:25 Brian Mason
7:25
[Comment From TazzmanTazzman: ] 
TOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOON
Monday January 2, 2012 7:25 Tazzman
7:25
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
I agree, Brian, especially with his escapability.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:25 Badger Rose
7:25
Brian Mason: 
Badgers the ones working quickly now ... Montee gets the call on first down
Monday January 2, 2012 7:25 Brian Mason
7:25
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Nice play wilson and Toon!!!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:25 OKBadger
7:25
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
tooooon
Monday January 2, 2012 7:25 sfbaymartha
7:25
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Tooon!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:25 Badger Rose
7:26
Brian Mason: 
4:20 to play
Monday January 2, 2012 7:26 Brian Mason
7:26
Brian Mason: 
Great route by Abbrederis! A
Monday January 2, 2012 7:26 Brian Mason
7:26
Brian Mason: 
But a fumble on the play .... Oregon recovers.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:26 Brian Mason
7:27
[Comment From KimKim: ] 
my poor heart can't take this!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:27 Kim
7:27
Brian Mason: 
The play is being reviewed, but it looks to be a fumble and cleanly recovered by Oregon.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:27 Brian Mason
7:28
Brian Mason: 
The play stands. Oregon gets teh ball back with 4:06 to go
Monday January 2, 2012 7:28 Brian Mason
7:28
Brian Mason: 
OK, defense, We need you again
Monday January 2, 2012 7:28 Brian Mason
7:29
Brian Mason: 
Oregon keeps it on the ground and it will be third and short
Monday January 2, 2012 7:29 Brian Mason
7:29
Brian Mason: 
Clock ticks down under 3:00
Monday January 2, 2012 7:29 Brian Mason
7:29
Brian Mason: 
Third and 1 from the Oregon 36
Monday January 2, 2012 7:29 Brian Mason
7:29
[Comment From "JimmyTheK""JimmyTheK": ] 
Just 1 Turnover dee cmon
Monday January 2, 2012 7:29 "JimmyTheK"
7:30
Brian Mason: 
Yet again, just enough for a first down. Chains move and the clock ticks under 2:25
Monday January 2, 2012 7:30 Brian Mason
7:30
Brian Mason: 
Badgers blow up the play but the clock keeps ticking
Monday January 2, 2012 7:30 Brian Mason
7:31
Brian Mason: 
Badgers take their final timeout with 1:57 to play
Monday January 2, 2012 7:31 Brian Mason
7:31
[Comment From Your Mom....listen to me!Your Mom....listen to me!: ] 
need that TO back
Monday January 2, 2012 7:31 Your Mom....listen to me!
7:33
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
This is my last football blog from Madison...moving to SW Florida (near Immokalee) on Thurs. It's been a pleasure & I'll be relying on you guys more than ever. Thanks for all the bloggers, official & unofficial.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:33 Badger Rose
7:33
Brian Mason: 
James gets 5 yards ... 3rd and 4 from the Oregon 44
Monday January 2, 2012 7:33 Brian Mason
7:33
Brian Mason: 
So happy to have you Rose. Good luck!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:33 Brian Mason
7:34
Brian Mason: 
Badgers blow up the play, but James stays inbounds ... clock ticks down under 0:50 ... 4th and 6 for the Ducks and they'll punt from their own 42
Monday January 2, 2012 7:34 Brian Mason
7:34
Brian Mason: 
35 seconds left
Monday January 2, 2012 7:34 Brian Mason
7:34
[Comment From Your Mom....listen to me!Your Mom....listen to me!: ] 
Thanks Rose,,,Good Luck to You
Monday January 2, 2012 7:34 Your Mom....listen to me!
7:34
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Have a safe move Rose!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:34 OKBadger
7:34
[Comment From TokyoBadgerTokyoBadger: ] 
Good luck in Florida, Badger Roser.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:34 TokyoBadger
7:34
Brian Mason: 
Oregon takes a timeout with 23 seconds to go
Monday January 2, 2012 7:34 Brian Mason
7:34
Brian Mason: 
They'll punt and the Badgers will have to work very, very quickly
Monday January 2, 2012 7:34 Brian Mason
7:35
[Comment From OKBadgerOKBadger: ] 
Need one of those hail maries that hurt us earlier this season
Monday January 2, 2012 7:35 OKBadger
7:35
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
enjoy florida, rose.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:35 sfbaymartha
7:35
[Comment From ginnyannginnyann: ] 
Thanks for keeping all of us "in the game."
Monday January 2, 2012 7:35 ginnyann
7:35
[Comment From SWFla BadgerSWFla Badger: ] 
Roe - Welcome to the southwest part of Florida. You will love it down here!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:35 SWFla Badger
7:35
Brian Mason: 
OK ... here comes the punt
Monday January 2, 2012 7:35 Brian Mason
7:35
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis will receive
Monday January 2, 2012 7:35 Brian Mason
7:36
Brian Mason: 
Fair catch made at the UW 13 and the Badgers will have 16 seconds to play
Monday January 2, 2012 7:36 Brian Mason
7:36
[Comment From OscarOscar: ] 
How much time?
Monday January 2, 2012 7:36 Oscar
7:36
Brian Mason: 
16 seconds left
Monday January 2, 2012 7:36 Brian Mason
7:36
Brian Mason: 
Abbrederis with the catch, and he gets out of bounds ... 9 seconds left
Monday January 2, 2012 7:36 Brian Mason
7:36
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Unlikely but not impossible.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:36 Badger Rose
7:36
Brian Mason: 
UW 42 ... 9 seconds left
Monday January 2, 2012 7:36 Brian Mason
7:37
Brian Mason: 
WIlson finds Toon on a long pass and the clock stops with 2 seconds left
Monday January 2, 2012 7:37 Brian Mason
7:37
Brian Mason: 
He'll have to spike it immediately
Monday January 2, 2012 7:37 Brian Mason
7:37
Brian Mason: 
Debate now on whether or not the game is over
Monday January 2, 2012 7:37 Brian Mason
7:37
Brian Mason: 
Wilson spiked it but the clock reads 0:00
Monday January 2, 2012 7:37 Brian Mason
7:38
[Comment From KimKim: ] 
pins and needles anyone?
Monday January 2, 2012 7:38 Kim
7:38
Brian Mason: 
The play is being reviewed
Monday January 2, 2012 7:38 Brian Mason
7:39
Brian Mason: 
That's it. The game is over.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:39 Brian Mason
7:39
Brian Mason: 
Oregon 45, Wisconsin 38 -- FINAL
Monday January 2, 2012 7:39 Brian Mason
7:39
[Comment From csWaterford66csWaterford66: ] 
Thanks for an amazing season Badgers - our hearts are with you!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:39 csWaterford66
7:39
[Comment From Guest #1Guest #1: ] 
Brian, thanks for hosting these chats all year, I really enjoyed them. God willing we can do it again next year.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:39 Guest #1
7:39
[Comment From TazzmanTazzman: ] 
Hang your head's high Badgers...you did great!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:39 Tazzman
7:39
[Comment From sfbaymarthasfbaymartha: ] 
i'm so sad...see you all next year.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:39 sfbaymartha
7:39
Brian Mason: 
Thanks to everyone for following along ... It's been an immense pleasure to bring you the games all year long.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:39 Brian Mason
7:40
Brian Mason: 
A tough way to go out, but a fantastic season for the Badgers
Monday January 2, 2012 7:40 Brian Mason
7:40
Brian Mason: 
What a ride.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:40 Brian Mason
7:40
[Comment From KimKim: ] 
It was a great game. See you all next year
Monday January 2, 2012 7:40 Kim
7:40
[Comment From Phil and Mags from IdahoPhil and Mags from Idaho: ] 
our Badgers re still amazing
Monday January 2, 2012 7:40 Phil and Mags from Idaho
7:40
[Comment From Badger RoseBadger Rose: ] 
Join the basketball Badgers blog...still a long season left there.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:40 Badger Rose
7:41
Brian Mason: 
Again, thanks to everyone for following along. I wish we could have brought you a better result, but the Badgers will head home after a very difficult 45-38 loss to Oregon.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:41 Brian Mason
7:41
Brian Mason: 
Everyone have a great New Year, and we'll see you next season from Camp Randall.
Monday January 2, 2012 7:41 Brian Mason
7:41
Brian Mason: 
Thanks again. Go Badgers!
Monday January 2, 2012 7:41 Brian Mason
7:41
 

 
 
 

Wish Upon a Badger: A special day with one of UW's biggest fans

By Brian Mason on December 23, 2011 12:09 PM


It's a very common sight at American Family Children's Hospital in Madison to see large men decked out in red roaming the halls and paying visits to children who are there seeking treatment for various conditions.

It may be the time of year for Santa Claus to visit the hospital, but the men in red I'm talking about spend most of their time visiting patients during the football season. Each week, a number of players from the Wisconsin football team choose to give some of their time to some of their smallest -- but most passionate -- fans.

However, when one of those fans can leave the hospital to pay the Badgers a visit, it's even more special. That was the case earlier this season with Nelson Happel, a 7-year-old from Madison whose appearance at Camp Randall Stadium was a great sign of success in his battle against Nueroblastoma, a cancer of the brain.

Sandwiched between what doctors believed to be a successful surgery and the last of many week-long stays at American Family Children's Hospital, Nelson paid a visit to a Badgers practice.

Photos: Wish Upon a Badger - Nelson Happel

Nelson was already familiar with a number of Badgers from encounters during their visits to the hospital, including his favorite player, sophomore wide receiver Jared Abbrederis.

After meeting head coach Bret Bielema and taking behind-the-scenes tour of the stadium and the team's facilities -- where he was reunited with another familiar Badger, senior punter Brad Nortman -- Nelson was introduced to the team and received a special gift from Abbrederis himself.

After getting to know the Badgers, Nelson and his father, Gary, had the opportunity to watch the team's win over South Dakota that Saturday from a suite at Camp Randall. Since then, things have continued to look up for the aspiring football player.

Just last week, Nelson's doctors declared him to be cancer free.

Now the young lefty can focus on working toward his dream of playing quarterback for the Badgers.

Speaking as someone who did his best wide receiver impression for Nelson that day at practice, If his arm strength at age 7 is any indication, I like his chances.

Reflecting on 2011: 'Hello, Russell Wilson!'

By Brian Mason on December 18, 2011 8:42 PM
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The hype started in earnest on June 27 when Russell Wilson announced that he was transferring from NC State to Wisconsin. A three-time All-ACC performer, Wilson was seen as the missing piece to the Badgers' championship puzzle.
 
It didn't take long for those who watched UW's practices in August to realize that Wilson was the real deal. However, doing it with a green non-contact jersey on in an empty stadium is a far cry from delivering in front of a sold-out crowd at Camp Randall Stadium.
 
And his debut wasn't just another game, it was a Thursday night, prime time affair to kick off the college football season on ESPN.

If he had any pre-game jitters, it certainly didn't seem that way as Wilson led the Badgers 65 yards in just over three minutes on their opening possession and capped it with 4-yard TD pass to Montee Ball. But it wasn't until late in the second quarter that Wilson truly put his stamp on Wisconsin.
 
UW got the ball on its own 44-yard line with 1:37 left in the half looking to add to a 27-3 lead. After a 10-yard pass and an incompletion set up second-and-10 at the UNLV 46, Wilson dropped back to pass but couldn't find anyone open.

He took off up the middle and cut to his right to avoid a defender at about the line of scrimmage. He got a great block from Nick Toon at about the 25-yard line, cut to the sideline and used his speed to burst towards the end zone. Jared Abbrederis was locked up with a UNLV defender at the goal line and Wilson tiptoed the sideline into the end zone.
 
As the "Voice of the Badgers" Matt Lepay said, "Hello, Russell Wilson!" It was a great introduction to a player who would go on to re-write the UW record book.

Game Recap: For starters: Badgers run off Rebels in rout, 51-17

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AP awards highlight Badgers' All-America additions

By Brian Mason on December 16, 2011 10:13 AM
FB_111215_Ball_Montee.jpgWith awards season ongoing in college football, All-America teams continue to be released by media outlets and other groups. It's no surprise to see junior RB Montee Ball's name headlining several of those lists.

Ball added to his list of All-America awards with first-team nods from SI.com, Pro Football Weekly and Phil Steele. Carrying the most weight, however, was Ball's spot on the Associated Press All-America first team, an honor he shared with senior RG Kevin Zeitler.

Ball has been named a first-team All-American on nine major lists and was a second-team selection to the Walter Camp All-America Team, which includes just one running back each on its first and second teams.

Zeitler added a first-team selection by Pro Football Weekly this week, matching his selection by both the AP and the American Football Coaches Association. He also was named this week to Phil Steele's second team and was an honorable mention by SI.com.

Also earning first-team All-America nods was junior C Peter Konz, who was tabbed by both SI.com and Pro Football Weekly. He also was named to the AP second team and was a third-team pick by Phil Steele.

Senior QB Russell Wilson also earned a third-team nod from Phil Steele to go along with an honorable mention by SI.com.

The same went for sophomore LB Chris Borland and sophomore WR Jared Abbrederis -- who was recognized as a punt returner -- as both earned honorable mention from SI.com.

Wisconsin's 2011 All-Americans

Jared Abbrederis, So., WR/PR
- Honorable mention, SI.com

Montee Ball, Jr., RB
- First team, Associated Press
- First team, American Football Coaches Association
- First team, Football Writers Association of America
- First team, CBSSports.com
- First team, ESPN.com
- First team, SI.com
- First team, Yahoo! Sports
- First team, Pro Football Weekly
- First team, Phil Steele
- Second team, Walter Camp Foundation

Chris Borland, So., LB
- Third team, Yahoo! Sports
- Honorable mention, SI.com

Peter Konz, Jr., C
- First team, American Football Coaches Association
- First team, CBSSports.com
- First team, SI.com
- First team, Pro Football Weekly
- Second team, Associated Press
- Second team, Yahoo! Sports
- Third team, Phil Steele

Russell Wilson, Sr., QB
- Third team, Yahoo! Sports
- Third team, Phil Steele
- Honorable mention, SI.com

Kevin Zeitler, Sr., RG
- First team, Associated Press
- First team, American Football Coaches Association
- First team, Pro Football Weekly
- Second team, Walter Camp Foundation
- Second team, CBSSports.com
- Second team, Yahoo! Sports
- Second team, Phil Steele
- Honorable mention, SI.com

Ball headlines Badgers named to All-America squads

By Brian Mason on December 12, 2011 1:56 PM
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Three more All-America teams were announced over the weekend and, not surprisingly, Badgers junior running back Montee Ball earned a place on all three.

Ball, who finished fourth in the voting for the Heisman Trophy, was named a first-team All-American by the Football Writers Association of America, ESPN.com and Yahoo! Sports.

The nation's leading rusher can add those distinctions to the recognition he had already earned on the American Football Coaches Association, CBSSports.com and Walter Camp All-America teams.

In addition to Ball's first-team nod, the Badgers' offensive line duo of guard Kevin Zeitler and center Peter Konz were named to Yahoo! Sports' All-America second team, while senior quarterback Russell Wilson and sophomore linebacker Chris Borland each picked up third-team honors.

Both Konz and Zeitler earned spots on the AFCA All-America squad last week, as well, while Zeitler has also been honored by both Walter Camp and CBSSports.com.

Ball not only was a Heisman Trophy finalist, but also a finalist for the Doak Walker Award presented to the nation's top running back. He was named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year, claimed the inaugural Ameche-Dayne Running Back of the Year award, was a unanimous first-team All-Big Ten pick and earned the Chicago Tribune Silver Football as the league's top player.

With 38 touchdowns on the season, Ball stands one TD shy of matching Barry Sanders' all-time FBS record of 39 and leads the nation in rushing with 1,759 yards.

At 191.6, Wilson ranks second nationally in pass efficiency behind Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III -- but well ahead of Colt Brennan's NCAA record of 186.0 -- and finished ninth himself in the Heisman voting.

He is just the fourth Big Ten quarterback to pass for 30 or more touchdowns in a season and was named the first-ever winner of the Griese-Brees Quarterback of the Year Award, as well as the inaugural Grange-Griffin Championship Game MVP award for leading UW to a 42-39 win over Michigan State in the first Big Ten title game.

Borland ranks No. 2 in the Big Ten this season with 131 total tackles and averages 10.1 stops per game.

Konz started the first 10 games of the season for UW before suffering an ankle injury in UW's win over Minnesota on Nov. 12. Zeitler has started at right guard in all 13 games this season, blocking for an offense that has averaged 467 yards and ranks No. 4 nationally in scoring at 44.6 points per game.


Wisconsin's 2011 All-Americans

Montee Ball, Jr., RB
- First team, American Football Coaches Association
- First team, Football Writers Association of America
- First team, CBSSports.com
- First team, ESPN.com
- First team, Yahoo! Sports
- Second team, Walter Camp

Chris Borland, So., LB
- Third team, Yahoo! Sports

Peter Konz, Jr., C
- First team, American Football Coaches Association
- First team, CBSSports.com
- Second team, Yahoo! Sports

Russell Wilson, Sr., QB
- Third team, Yahoo! Sports

Kevin Zeitler, Sr., RG
- First team, American Football Coaches Association
- Second team, Walter Camp
- Second team, CBSSports.com
- Second team, Yahoo! Sports

Ball and blockers Konz, Zeitler named All-Americans

By Brian Mason on December 5, 2011 3:28 PM
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Record-setting running back Montee Ball and two of the Wisconsin teammates who have helped pave the way for his remarkable season, offensive linemen Peter Konz and Kevin Zeitler, were each named to the 2011 AFCA Coaches' All-America Team released Monday by the American Football Coaches Association.

The Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year, Ball has scored 38 total touchdowns this season to stand one score shy of Barry Sanders' single-season NCAA record of 39 TDs. He also ranks fourth nationally with 135.31 rushing yards per game and leads the nation with 32 rushing touchdowns.

His average of 6.4 yards per carry is second-best nationally among players with at least 200 carries on the season.

The Badgers' starting center, Konz also was named a finalist Monday for the Rimington Trophy, which is presented annually to the most outstanding center in the nation. Selection to the AFCA All-America squad should help Konz's chances, as it is one of four All-America squads the Rimington committee uses to select its winner.

Konz started the first 10 games of the season for UW before suffering an ankle injury in UW's win over Minnesota on Nov. 12.

Zeitler has started at right guard in all 13 games this season, blocking for an offense that has averaged 467 yards and ranks No. 4 nationally in scoring at 44.6 points per game.

The Badgers' three offensive selections are the most of any team. Alabama, Oklahoma State and Stanford each had two players selected to the All-America team's offensive unit.

Wisconsin had two All-Americans on the AFCA list last season, LT Gabe Carimi and TE Lance Kendricks. Both were selected in the 2011 NFL Draft.

Archived Gameday Blog: Big Ten Championship Game

By Brian Mason on December 4, 2011 12:09 AM
Brian Mason covered all the action as the Badgers captured a second-consecutive Big Ten title with a 42-39 win over Michigan State in the inaugural Big Ten Football Championship Game, live from the press box at Lucas Oil Stadium with the Gameday Blog.

An archive of the live blog can be found below.

 Football Gameday Blog: Big Ten Championship Game(12/03/2011) 
6:40
Brian Mason: 
Welcome to the Gameday Blog for coverage of tonight's inaugural Big Ten Football Championship Game between the No. 15 Badgers and No. 11 Michigan State, live from the press box at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:40 Brian Mason
6:43
Twitter
BadgerFootball: 
Gameday Live is up and running ... chat pregame and get everything you need to follow the #Badgers tonight's #B1GFCG: http://ow.ly/7NIOf [via Twitter]
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:43 BadgerFootball
6:43
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ] 
Let's go Red!
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:43 Badgerdan
6:43
[Comment From Las Vegas BadgerLas Vegas Badger: ] 
Hey Brian, Thanks for all that you do! We appreciate it!! GO BADGERS!!!!
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:43 Las Vegas Badger
6:43
Brian Mason: 
Happy to be here bringing you the action.
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:43 Brian Mason
6:44
Brian Mason: 
We're just over 32 minutes out from kickoff and the Badgers have just run off the field to return to the locker room
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:44 Brian Mason
6:44
Brian Mason: 
We're getting set for performances from both teams' marching bands prior to the national anthem and coin toss
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:44 Brian Mason
6:44
[Comment From SlenderSouthpawSlenderSouthpaw: ] 
Tired off watching replays of the "hail mary" Time to get even
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:44 SlenderSouthpaw
6:44
Brian Mason: 
I agree with that. Must have seen that play 100 times today
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:44 Brian Mason
6:44
[Comment From JasonJason: ] 
How is the crowd split?
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:44 Jason
6:45
Brian Mason: 
A little early to gauge the split, as most of the seats are still waiting to be filled. I'd give Michigan State fans the edge right now, though
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:45 Brian Mason
6:45
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
I've been waiting for this ALL DAY
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:45 Guest
6:45
Brian Mason: 
There was no shortage of red out and about in Indy this afternoon, but there was plenty of green, too
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:45 Brian Mason
6:45
[Comment From BadgerdanBadgerdan: ] 
Am bumming after watching the Badgers -Marquette game. Need a pick me up in a B10 Badger championship.
Saturday December 3, 2011 6:45 Badgerdan
6:46
Brian Mason: 
A tough one for Bo's boys today. Hopefully we can help lift your spirits here