First & Goal: Nov. 11
Saturday's game is fast approaching and today, we have articles on Nick Toon, student assistant Terrance Jamison and a video explaining the mystery of long snapping courtesy of former Badger, and current Baltimore Raven, Matt Katula.

Nick Toon

Nov. 11, 2009

MADISON, Wis. -

The 411
Wisconsin continues practice today and will hit the field at 5 p.m.

Seizing the moment
Two issues that hampered the University of Wisconsin offense throughout the 2008 season - turning turnovers into touchdowns and finishing drives - were never more obvious than during last year's loss at Michigan. As UW (7-2, 4-2 Big Ten Conference) prepares to host Michigan (5-5, 1-5) this week, it is instructive to note that the issues that hampered UW in the '08 Big Ten opener have been addressed successfully, writes Jeff Potrykus for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Schofield to play in 85th East-West Shrine Game
Wisconsin senior defensive end O'Brien Schofield has accepted an invitation to play in the 85th East-West Shrine Game. The Game will be held Jan. 23, 2010, in Orlando, Fla., kicking off at 2 p.m. (CT). Read about it with this release.

Jamison to share spotlight with fellow seniors
We told you about Terrance Jamison in our "What you won't find on Facebook" section yesterday and now you can read about the former player turned student assistant. Jim Polzin did an article on Jamison for Madison.com.

It's `TOOOOOOOOOOOON Time'
Clichés are thrown around a lot in the game of football, but ask anyone within the Wisconsin football program and you'll likely get the same answer: The sky is the limit for wide receiver Nick Toon. Read more about the sophomore wide receiver with this article by Jordan Schelling from the Badger Herald.

A view from the other side: Michigan
•   Madison.com: Rodriguez's Michigan still not typical Big Blue
•   Freep.com: Rodriguez trying to build Michigan football program `the right way'
•   MLive.com: Rodriguez pleased with Michigan football team's progress on offense

Badgers in the Pros
•   Did you ever want to know how to perfect your long snapping skills? Former Badger Matt Katula, and current Baltimore Raven, explains the mystery of long snapping with this video courtesy of BaltimoreSun.com.
•   Today is Veteran's Day and the Denver Post did a story on former Badger tackle Bob Baumann who was also a Marine and awaiting his call-up in 1942. Read more with this article courtesy of Terry Frei.

Video of the Day
Chris Martin and Rick Pizzo preview this weekend's games with this short video. You can hear more with the Big Ten Network Podcasts.

Tweet of the Day
BuckyBadger: On this Veterans Day, the Wisconsin Alumni Association is proud to honor the many veterans who have been part of the University of Wisconsin Posted Nov. 11 at 9:21 a.m.

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What you won't find on Facebook
Before the Purdue game, O'Brien Schofield took fellow defensive lineman J.J. Watt to his barber to get a design etched into his hair. Schofield and John Clay usually have fancy haircuts on game days and apparently Watt wanted in on the fun.

Note of the Day
Saturday's game against Michigan will be the 63rd meeting between the two teams. The home team has won each of the last five games between the two teams.

For UW's complete game notes for this Saturday's game, please click here.

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