MADISON — Ever since a seven-point loss to Michigan on Oct. 1 -- a game where only 159 total yards were gained — the Wisconsin Badgers have built a steady foundation of rushing performances.
Starting against then-No. 2 Ohio State two weeks later after a bye week, UW’s output in the run game has improved substantially. With injuries to the offensive line and running backs now subsiding from those sustained earlier this season, they’ve accumulated over 200 yards in three of the past five games — four if you don’t count the Badgers’ last offensive series against Northwestern last week.