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Sama, Dupree Rush for TDs as Wisconsin Beats Western Illinois 36-9 in Home Opener
Wisconsin’s third field goal extended the lead to 23-6, and the Badgers’ defense has held Western Illinois to two early scores.
- On Saturday night, the Wisconsin Badgers defeated Western Illinois 36-9 at Camp Randall Stadium, extending their home opener winning streak to 29 consecutive games dating to 1995.
- Running back Abu Sama III scored on a 72-yard touchdown run on the game's first play, while Darrion Dupree added a 28-yard touchdown and safety Carson Van Dinter recovered a blocked punt for a score.
- Iowa State transfer Abu Sama III rushed for a career-high 107 yards on eight carries, while kicker Gavin Lahm connected on field goals of 30, 49, and 51 yards, with the 51-yarder pushing Wisconsin's lead to 23-6 late in the first half.
- Quarterback Colton Joseph completed 12 of 22 passes for 173 yards with one touchdown but showed erratic accuracy in the first half, raising concerns about his consistency against quality opponents.
- Wisconsin avoided letting the Leathernecks spoil the 2026 home opener and will host Eastern Michigan next Saturday, while kicker Gavin Lahm's emergence provides confidence for close contests ahead.
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Abu Sama III went 72 yards for a touchdown on the game's first play, Gavin Lahm connected on three field goals, and Wisconsin won its home opener by toppling Western Illinois 36-9 on Saturday night in Madison, Wis.The Badgers (1-1) led from the immedia...
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Sama, Dupree rush for TDs as Wisconsin beats Western Illinois 36-9 in home opener
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Abu Sama III and Damon Dupree ran for one score each to lead Wisconsin to a 36-9 win against Western Illinois on Saturday night.
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