Badgers Dominate Home Opener Despite Clock Issues | Wisconsin Badgers Football News

Wisconsin Badgers crush Western Illinois 36-9 in a statement home opener, extending their historic 29-game winning streak — but with glaring clock-control issues. Explosive runs from Abu Sama and Darrion Dupree, plus a game-changing blocked punt TD by safety Carson Van Dinter, carried the offense. QB Colton Joseph found his rhythm late with a clutch 33-yard TD pass, but needs consistency. Special teams, fueled by transfers, delivered big plays — including Nate Palmer’s 42-yard punt return. Opponent Kendell McGill kept Western Illinois in the game with his legs, outgaining Wisconsin in time of possession. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/wisconsin-36-western-illinois-9-025624945.html More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1fb710213f0ea7d1 Report issues to [email protected].