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Wisconsin vs. Nebraska Canceled After Badgers' Positive COVID-19 Tests

Wisconsin announced its matchup with Nebraska will be canceled due to an "elevated number of COVID-19 cases within the Badgers program."

The Badgers have registered 12 positive COVID-19 tests in the last five days, according to the university. Head coach Paul Chryst is among those who have tested positive.

"The Wisconsin football team will pause all team-related activities for at least seven days due to an elevated number of COVID-19 cases within the Badgers program," Wisconsin said. "The team’s scheduled game against Nebraska on Saturday will not be played."

"As of Wednesday morning (Oct.