Wisconsin Tops Rutgers 31-10 to Reach Bowl Eligibility

Wisconsin beat Rutgers 31-10 at Camp Randall, earning bowl eligibility for the first time in three seasons and heading into its final three games with momentum. The Badgers’ freshman quarterback impressed, throwing for 241 yards and helping the receivers produce their strongest showing since conference play began, though Rutgers’ weak pass defense makes it important to repeat that performance. Wisconsin remained outside the Coaches Poll’s top 30, receiving five votes. Rutgers coach Greg Schiano said the defeat reflected frustrations that have surfaced repeatedly this season.