Hunter Simmons began the season as Wisconsin’s third-string quarterback. Now, he’ll start against top-ranked Ohio State.
According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, Simmons is expected to make his third consecutive start for the Badgers. An offseason transfer from Southern Illinois, Simmons opened the year behind Maryland transfer Billy Edwards Jr. and San Diego State transfer Danny O’Neil on the depth chart.
Edwards started Wisconsin’s season opener against Miami (OH) before leaving with a knee injury, completing seven of 16 passes for 113 yards. O’Neil took over and led the Badgers to a 17-10 win, finishing 12 of 19 for 120 yards with one touchdown and one interception.