[lawrence-newsletter]Athlon sports is taking an early look at which players should have breakout seasons around the college football landscape. Wisconsin LB Noah Burks was among them as a player who is certainly taking a step forward in terms of his role with the Badgers in 2020.
As Wisconsin loses two starting linebackers in Zack Baun and Chris Orr, Burks is stepping into a leading role at the position. Last season, the Badger ‘backer played in 14 games while recording seven tackles for loss and a pair of sacks. He also took an interception to the house against Northwestern to help solidify Wisconsin’s win over the Wildcats.
Here is what Athlon Sports had to say about the rising senior ‘backer.
“The Badgers are losing two key linebackers – Zack Baun and Chris Orr – but this position is still in good shape for 2020. Burks’ play in 2019 is a big reason why, as the Indiana native posted his best season in a Wisconsin uniform. In 14 appearances, Burks collected 36 tackles (seven for a loss), two sacks, one interception and three pass breakups. Burks seems to be scratching the surface of his potential and could be primed for an All-Big Ten-caliber senior year.”