Wisconsin is in need of a bounce-back week in the biggest way after its 15-6 loss to Iowa on Saturday. The opponent for that chance is Illinois, a 3-4 football team that has fallen far short of expectations.
The Badgers should have no trouble getting motivated for this contest. The team just suffered a demoralizing loss and Illinois embarrassed the program in Madison last season. Wisconsin should come out like the season is on the line and find a comfortable victory, even with Braedyn Locke under center.
There are several interesting storylines aside from the direct matchup on the field. None are more notable than former Wisconsin defensive coordinator and interim head coach Jim Leonhard acting as a senior assistant on Illinois’ staff.
Wisconsin’s season is now on the line every single week. Here’s what the team will be up against on Saturday: