Head coach Paul Chryst and the Wisconsin Badgers (2-3, 0-2 Big Ten), who were seven-point favorites, dropped their second straight game on Saturday, in a game that will undoubtedly force Badger fans to reevaluate the program’s expectations.
In front of 76,000 fans at Camp Randall Stadium, UW’s offense managed just 208 total yards (206 passing, 2 rushing) – yes, you read that right, two yards on the ground. Embarrassing. The offensive line, in my opinion, looked overmatched all day long.
Wisconsin’s had 10 penalties, the offense had three turnovers, and only averaged 3.6 yards per play. In short, it was a terrible, no good, very bad day.
Jim Leonhard’s defense allowed 307 yards of total offense and ultimately failed to create pressure, was manhandled in the trenches, and never forced a turnover.
For Illinois, this was the most points the Illini have scored in Madison in 20 years. I’ll say this Bret Bielema had his boys ready to play for the Karma cup.
Here’s a recap of Wisconsin’s home loss to the Illinois Fighting Illini.