After five straight games of facing tough Big Ten defenses, the Badgers step down in class here. Illinois is surrendering nearly 30 points a game.

Corey Clement was thought to be one of the top running backs coming into the season. He's gotten going after a slow start averaging 121.5 yards per game and 4.4 yards a carry during the last four games. The Badgers have rushed for an average of 204.3 yards per game during this time span.

This is what Wisconsin coach Paul Chryst was quoted as saying, "I think the line has gotten better. I think the tight ends and fullbacks have done some good things. I think the backs are getting better."

Illinois is down to third-string quarterback Jeff George Jr. The Illini don't have much of an offense, but the Badgers can cover this total by themselves plus I see Illinois putting up some points because they figure to be passing a lot. Wisconsin has several defensive injuries. The Badgers are without their starting nose guard and two starting inside linebackers