MADISON — Homecoming weekend did not start off on a sobering note, as the No. 5 Wisconsin Badgers defeated the Maryland Terrapins 35–13 at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday.
Wisconsin’s defense held the Maryland offense to 268 yards. Wide receiver D.J. Moore, who came into the game leading the Big Ten in a variety of categories, was contained to three receptions for 44 yards by defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard’s secondary.
Offensively, the Badgers displayed a balanced attack, gaining 225 yards passing and 215 yards rushing. Quarterback Alex Hornibrook completed 16 of 24 passes for 225 yards with two touchdowns and an interception, while true freshman running back Jonathan Taylor gained 126 yards on 22 carries and a touchdown.