Wisconsin Badgers Football Team Snaps Eleven-Game Losing Streak with Dominant Defense and Promising Debut from Freshman QuarterbackThe Wisconsin Badgers football team ended their eleven-game losing streak against power-conference opponents by defeating Washington 13-10. The victory, celebrated by fans rushing the field, was largely due to a dominant defensive performance and a promising debut from freshman quarterback Carter Smith. The win came just days after Athletic Director Chris McIntosh confirmed head coach Luke Fickell would return for the 2026 season.The upset likely ended any College Football Playoff hopes for the Washington Huskies, who entered the game ranked number twenty-three. Wisconsins defense held Washington to a mere 251 total yards. The Huskies only touchdown came after a blocked punt gave them excellent field position, highlighting the Badgers overall control of the games flow.Freshman quarterback Carter Smith, who entered the game after an injury to starter Danny ONeil, completed three of twelve passes for eight yards but proved effective with his legs, rushing fifteen times for forty-seven yards. Running back Gideon Ituka led the Badgers with seventy-three yards on nineteen carries. Meanwhile, freshman linebacker Cooper Catalano was a standout on defense, recording an impressive nineteen tackles.The Badgers strategy relied heavily on their running game and a stout defense, particularly after Smith took over at quarterback. While the offense didnt push the ball downfield much, they avoided turnovers. This conservative approach, combined with key defensive plays like their first fumble recovery of the season, provided the short fields needed for Wisconsins scores.This hard-fought victory marks a significant moment for the Wisconsin program, demonstrating resilience and the potential of their young talent. The teams ability to control field position and deliver crucial defensive stops ultimately sealed their much-needed win.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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