MADISON, Wis. -- Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Nick Nelson is trying to remain modest, but the smile creasing his face is a dead giveaway for how he truly feels. Last season, Nelson redshirted after transferring into the program and watched as Wisconsin's defensive backs wreaked havoc on opposing quarterbacks.
Wisconsin finished tied for second in the FBS with 22 interceptions, which represented the most for the team in 14 years. Of those 22 picks, 16 came from the Badgers' defensive backs. But two starters who played vital roles on the back end exhausted their eligibility.