Bryan Jackson silenced the noise against his former program, rushing five yards for a go-ahead touchdown to help Wisconsin stun No. 16 Southern California 24-7 on Saturday night in Madison. The USC transfer, who spent the last two seasons with the Trojans, struck with less than two minutes remaining in the first half to give the Badgers a 10-7 lead. This marked Jackson’s first score since joining Wisconsin, providing a pivotal momentum shift that set the tone for the upset.
Badgers extend ranked-opponent winning streak with dominant defensive performance
The Badgers (5-2, 3-1 Big Ten) extended their recent success against ranked opponents, securing their second win of the season against a top-20 team after defeating then-No. 13 Penn State 24-20 on Sept. 26. Wisconsin’s defense proved stifling, highlighted by Junior Poyser’s block of a 44-yard field goal attempt late in the third quarter. Offensively, quarterback Colton Joseph was efficient, completing 12 of 14 passes for 58 yards while adding 32 yards on the ground with 12 carries.
Wisconsin’s lead expanded to 17-7 in the third quarter when Chris Brooks Jr. caught a 16-yard fourth-and-2 touchdown pass from Joseph. The Badgers’ ground game remained consistent, with Abu Sama III leading the rush with 71 yards on 16 carries. The 24-7 final score underscores Wisconsin’s ability to execute under pressure, cementing their status as a formidable Big Ten contender capable of challenging elite programs.
Source: Yahoo Sports
