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Badgers Defense: Tressel Reveals Rising Stars
27 Mar
Summary
- Tressel highlighted Posa and Catalano as nucleus of defense.
- New safeties Van Dinter and Burks Jr. bring confidence.
- Cornerback competition is generating positive energy and talent.

Wisconsin defensive coordinator Mike Tressel is identifying several key players making strong impressions during the team's spring practices. The inside linebacker position is anchored by rising sophomores Mason Posa and Cooper Catalano, with redshirt sophomores Thomas Heiberger and Jon Jon Kamara providing competitive depth and pass-rushing ability.
In the safety room, new additions Carson Van Dinter and Marvin Burks Jr. from the transfer portal are bringing a significant boost of confidence and aggression. Tressel also noted the exciting competition among the cornerbacks, highlighting their talent, speed, and positive energy. Fifth-year senior Sebastian Cheeks is expected to step up as an alpha pass-rusher for the outside linebackers.



