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Badgers' Freshman QB Shines in Rutgers Rout
9 Nov
Summary
- Freshman QB Ryan Hopkins led Wisconsin to a 31-10 victory over Rutgers.
- Shamar Rigby earned the best offensive grade, while Sebastian Cheeks led defense.
- Wisconsin's defense generated 13 pressures and missed only five tackles.
The Wisconsin Badgers secured a crucial 31-10 win against Rutgers, rebounding effectively from a previous heavy defeat. True freshman quarterback Ryan Hopkins was instrumental in the victory, delivering a performance that suggests he may be the team's long-term solution at the position. This win revitalizes their season with three games remaining.
Pro Football Focus grades revealed Shamar Rigby as the offense's top performer with an 86.7 grade, while tight end Ryan Schwendeman received the lowest at 53.3. On the defensive side, outside linebacker Sebastian Cheeks earned the highest mark with a 76.4, with several players achieving elite tackling grades.
The Badgers' offense successfully protected quarterback Ryan Hopkins, allowing only five pressures on 28 drop-backs. Hopkins, despite a low rushing grade, demonstrated promising throws, including a touchdown pass to Eugene Hilton Jr. The defense, meanwhile, was active, generating 13 pressures. Sebastian Cheeks led this effort with three pressures. The team also excelled in tackling, missing only five tackles in total.
