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Can Indiana Hoosiers' Defense Continue to Dominate After Victory Over Wisconsin Badgers?

The Indiana Hoosiers maintained their perfect record, advancing to 11-0 after a decisive 31-7 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington, IN. The Hoos now boast an impressive season tally of 11-0, while the Bucky Badgers find themselves at 3-7.


Oct 24, 2020; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) passes the ball during the second quarter of the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports

First Quarter


The opening quarter set the tone for the game as Indiana's defense held strong against Wisconsin's attempts. The Hoosiers managed to score first with a touchdown, taking an early lead that they would never relinquish. Mitch McCarthy contributed significantly with his punting prowess, averaging over 34 yards per punt.


Second Quarter


In the second quarter, both teams exchanged points with Indiana adding a field goal and Wisconsin scoring their only touchdown of the game. Nico Radicic was flawless in his kicking duties for IU, converting all extra point attempts and securing a crucial field goal from 37 yards out.


Third Quarter


The third quarter saw Fernando Mendoza shine as he threw two of his four touchdowns during this period. His accuracy was remarkable throughout the game with a completion rate exceeding 91 percent. Charlie Becker emerged as one of Mendoza’s favorite targets, recording over 100 receiving yards and scoring one touchdown.


Fourth Quarter


Indiana's defense continued its dominance into the fourth quarter by shutting out Wisconsin completely while adding another touchdown on offense. Devan Boykin made an impact defensively by intercepting a pass which halted any momentum Bucky Badgers tried to muster.


Overall, key moments such as Boykin’s interception and Mendoza’s passing efficiency were pivotal in securing this win for IU. The team's defensive unit forced multiple three-and-outs against Wisconsin while also recovering a fumble thanks to Stephen Daley's efforts.


Looking ahead, fans can catch more action when Indiana faces Purdue Boilermakers on November 28th at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette at 7:30 PM EDT; tune into NBC for live coverage! Share your thoughts about these exciting "Indiana Hoosiers vs Wisconsin Badgers highlights" and stay updated on future "Indiana Hoosiers full-time results".

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