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Biadasz declares for NFL Draft, Cruickshank in Transfer Portal

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Tyler Biadasz

Wisconsin Badger junior center Tyler Biadasz, who is Wisconsin’s first winner of the Rimington Trophy as the nation’s outstanding center, is leaving Madison a year early and declaring for the 2020 NFL Draft.

Biadasz made the announcement with a video posted to his Twitter account:  @TylerBiadasz.

“Playing for the Badgers was always a dream for me, but the last three years have been more than a dream,” Biadasz said.  “I’ve been blessed to be part of this program and I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together.  We’re a family and it’s hard to say goodbye to my teammates and coaches, but I’ll always be a Badger.  Now I’m going to attack this opportunity to play in the NFL with everything I have.”

The Amherst, Wisconsin native played in all 41 games over the last three seasons, starting at center in [Read more…]

Three Badgers earn All-America honors

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The honors keep coming for Wisconsin Badger teammates Jonathan Taylor and Tyler Biadasz.  They were named first-team All-Americans by the Associated Press on Monday.

Taylor and Biadasz were joined by teammate Zach Baun, who was a second-team selection at outside linebacker.

It’s the second straight season for Taylor on the AP first team.

Taylor finished the regular season ranked second nationally in rushing at 146.8 yards a game.  He’s rushed for 21 touchdowns and added 24 receptions for 209 yards and five scores.

Taylor won the Doak Walker award last week as the nations top running back.

Biadasz won the Rimington Trophy as the nation’s best center.  He became the first ever Badger center to win that honor.  Biadasz started 40 straight games, earning AP All-American for the very first time.

The second-team selection for Baun is also his first as a Badger.  He recorded 12 1/2 sacks and 19 1/2 tackles for loss this season.

 

Wisconsin’s Taylor, Biadasz capture national honors

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Jonathan Taylor

Wisconsin Badger running back Jonathan Taylor captured the Doak Walker award as the nation’s top running back on Thursday night.

Taylor became the first Badger and just third player overall to win the award in back-to-back seasons.  Melvin Gordon (2014), Montee Ball (2011) and Ron Dayne (1999) also won the Doak Walker award.

Ricky Williams of Texas (1997 & 1998) and Darren McFadden of Arkansas (2006 & 2007) are the other players to win the award in consecutive seasons.

Taylor ranks second nationally in rushing at 146.8 yards a game with 21 rushing touchdowns.  For his career, Taylor has played in 40 games and has totaled 6,080 yards and 50 touchdowns, averaging 6.7 yards a carry and 152 yards a game.

Badger teammate Tyler Biadasz became the first UW center to win the Rimington Trophy, given to the top center in college football.

The redshirt junior from Amherst high school, has started each of his 40 games at UW.

 

Badgers Taylor named Big Ten’s top back

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Wisconsin Badgers tailback Jonathan Taylor was named the Ameche-Dayne Big Ten running back of the year for the second straight season.  He becomes the third back to win the award twice, joining former Badger Montee Ball and former Penn State standout Saquon Barkley.

Taylor was also a consensus first-team all-Big Ten selection for the third straight season.

Tayor finished at the top of the Big Ten in rushing yards per game (146.8) and rushing touchdowns (20).

Teammate (C) Tyler Biadasz was also a consensus first-team pick for the second straight season.

Left tackle Cole Van Lanen was a second-team pick by the media and honorable mention according to the coaches.

Wide receiver Quintez Cephus, tight end Jake Ferguson and right tackle Logan Bruss were consensus honorable mention.  Quarterback Jack Coan was honorable mention according to the media.

 

Badgers open up No. 19 in AP Top 25

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The Wisconsin Badgers open the 2019 College Football season ranked No. 19 in the Associated Press Top 25 initial Preseason Poll.

Ohio State was No. 5, Michigan was No. 7, Penn State is 15th, Michigan State 18th, Iowa is No. 20 and Nebraska 24th.

Taylor & Biadasz named preseason All-American

Wisconsin junior running back Jonathan Taylor and junior center Tyler Biadasz were named to the preseason A.P. All-America first team this week.  They’re two of eight players from the Big Ten Conference to be named to the preseason list.

Wisconsin adds to 2020 recruiting class

The Wisconsin Badgers secured the 14th member of their 2020 recruiting class this week.

Outside linebacker/defensive end prospect Aaron Witt from Winona, Minnesota, flipped from Iowa to Wisconsin, giving the Badgers an oral commitment on Monday.

Witt initially committed to Minnesota but changed his mind and moved to the Hawkeyes.  The 6’5, 230 pounder also had offers from Oregon State and Iowa State.

Biadasz to return to Badgers

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Tyler Biadasz

Wisconsin Badger center Tyler Biadasz was considering turning pro and had put his name into the ring for evaluation.  UW announced this week that Biadasz would not be turning pro and would return to Madison for the 2019 season.

Teammate David Edwards announced that he would forgo his final season to enter the 2019 NFL Draft but the consensus first team all-Big Ten pick went the other way.  When asked after the Pinstripe Bowl if Biadasz thought he was ready for the NFL, he said yes.  But now it looks like an extra year of seasoning is the choice.

Biadasz’s return gives the Badgers four linemen back that started games in 2018.  That group includes Cole Van Lanen, Jon Dietzen and Logan Bruss.

 

Wisconsin losing an offensive lineman to the Draft

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David Edwards

The Wisconsin Badgers is already losing seniors Michael Deiter and Beau Benzschawel to the 2019 NFL Draft.  Now junior tackle David Edwards announced this week that he will put his name into the upcoming draft.

Edwards recently tweeted, “After careful consideration, I’ve decided to forgo my final year of eligibility and declare for the NFL Draft.  I’ve had the chance of a lifetime to call myself a Badger and it’s hard to leave behind something that means so much to me, but it’s always been my dream to play pro football.  I couldn’t be more excited to pursue the opportunity.”

Edwards missed the last three games of the season, including the Pinstripe Bowl, with a shoulder injury.  As a sophomore, Edwards earned All-America honors from multiple outlets and was a consensus second-team All-Big Ten selection.  He checked out his potential draft status and received a second round grade before returning for his junior season in Madison.

Redshirt freshman Logan Bruss took over at right tackle when Edwards was out and will start spring ball as the No. 1 right tackle.

The Badgers could also lose a fourth starter soon.  Center Tyler Biadasz is going through the process of making a decision to return or not.  ESPN Draft expert Mel Kiper Jr., had him rated as the number-4 center prospect among eligible players.  After last week’s Pinstripe Bowl, Biadasz said he’s ready for the NFL.  He’ll have until Jan. 14 to make a decision.

 

Badgers land six first-team All-Big Ten honorees

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The Wisconsin Badgers saw 11 players earn All-Big Ten recognition as the conference announced its postseason awards winners this week.

Sophomore running back Jonathan Taylor, the nation’s leading rusher, was named Ameche-Dayne Big Ten Running Back of the Year, while one of his primary blockers, senior guard Michael Deiter, was tabbed as Rimington-Pace Offensive Lineman of the Year.

Taylor and Deiter were among four consensus first-team All-Big Ten selections for the Badgers, along with senior guard Beau Benzschawel and sophomore center Tyler Biadasz.  Junior tackle David Edwards and senior linebacker T.J. Edwards, selected by a panel of league media, gave UW a total of six first-team All-Big Ten picks overall.

A Doak Walker Award finalist for the second straight season, Taylor leads the nation in rushing with 1,989 yards and an [Read more…]