Badgers in the News

Mark Schlabach of ESPN.com has the Badgers #9 overall in his early preseason rankings.

Wisconsin football fans have grown accustomed to watching the Badgers' prodding and methodical offense, but that approach might change this coming season. With quarterback Scott Tolzien and running back John Clay returning, Wisconsin figures to have one of the Big Ten's most explosive offenses. Clay missed spring practice after undergoing surgery on both his ankles, but he's expected to be fine for the start of the season. Linebacker Chris Borland missed the spring after having shoulder surgery, and defensive end Louis Nzegwu was a big surprise as a pass-rusher during the spring.

Not only are Tolzien and Clay back, but so are our top three WRs: Nick Toon, Kyle Jefferson, and star-in-training Kraig Appleton. Future NFL First Round Pick Gabe Carimi will anchor another HUGE line. If Clay isn't on everyone's top 5 Heisman list, he should be.

All that said, there are questions all over on the defensive side of the ball. These questions will have to be resolved early, as The Ohio State University comes to Madison on October 16 for what might be a shot at the National Championship Game.