Wisconsin season ends in 30-0 rout by Iowa
The Badgers were shut out and limited to 52 rushing yards in a loss that ended their top 25 run.
By Andrew Yang ·
Wisconsin's climb back into the AP Top 25 ended with a 30-0 defeat by Iowa on Saturday. The Badgers were outmatched on both sides of the ball, managing only 52 yards on the ground. They allowed Iowa quarterback Hank Brown to complete 20 of 24 passes for 222 yards and two touchdowns.
Coach Luke Fickell had guided the team to strong performances earlier in the year, building momentum after a decisive win over No. 16 USC the previous week. That confidence vanished in Madison. The loss caps a turbulent season for a team that many expected to compete at a higher level.
The result leaves Wisconsin with four remaining games against unranked opponents. Reaching nine total wins would be a positive outcome, but it falls short of the expectations set by their recent play. The Badgers will now look to close out the season without further setbacks.
Elsewhere on the schedule, Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola led a comeback against No. 20 Northwestern. Down 10-0 early, Raiola completed 22 of 31 passes for 336 yards and three touchdowns. New offensive coordinator Jay Johnson adjusted the offense to create more space for the receivers, allowing the Nebraska transfer to play one of the best games of his career.
The Ducks face No. 2 Ohio State on the road next week. That matchup offers Raiola a chance to solidify his status after a rough start to the season. Oregon's playoff hopes are slim, but the performance against Northwestern suggests the offense is finding its rhythm.
Texas Tech continued its resurgence with wins over No. 22 Houston and No. 22 Arizona. Coach Joey McGuire turned to backup quarterback Thomas Castellanos, who has helped propel the Red Raiders into the Big 12 title conversation. They still have road tests against No. 24 Oklahoma State and Baylor ahead.
Indiana escaped a late collapse to beat Minnesota 23-16. A 60-yard field goal forced overtime, and the Hoosiers won the extra period. Coach Curt Cignetti survived a clock management error that left 40 seconds on the clock in regulation, a mistake that nearly cost the team the game.
