The atmosphere in Arlington was electric at the start of this 2017 Cotton Bowl. Several times the Western faithful spontaneously broke out into “Row the Boat” chants that gave the Hustle Belt team chills. The mood was tempered a bit as Wisconsin jumped to an early 14-0 lead, but Western’s still in this one at the half, training 17-7.
Wisconsin began the game with an impressive 11 play, 75-yard, six minute touchdown drive, capped off by an untouched Corey Clement run. It was clear after the drive Western has it’s work cut out in controlling the Badgers’ running abilities.