Wisconsin
BadgerBlitz – From the box: Wisconsin puts together complete game before conference play
MADISON – Captain Keeanu Benton left little doubt relating to how he felt concerning the workforce’s vitality this previous Saturday towards Washington State. Enjoying a job within the workforce’s 17-14 loss, he felt the workforce was flat and mentioned it was like they’d given up after happening three.
Within the loss, a sequence within the second quarter the place the offense scored earlier than the tip of the primary half after the protection pressured a fast three and out with punter Andy Vujnovich pinning the opponents offense, was actually the one time Wisconsin complemented one another.
With one final non-conference sport on the schedule earlier than hitting the street for a conflict towards Ohio State to kick off convention play, the Badgers strung collectively a whole sport.
“Yeah I believe throughout the board guys are taking part in bodily,” quarterback Graham Mertz, who threw for a career-high 251 yards, mentioned after the win. “You take a look at particular groups, you see guys flying round and having enjoyable doing it and I believe that’s what this workforce is about. I’d say it was actually good having a whole win.”
Mertz guided an offense that put collectively a dominant efficiency towards an overmatched opponent. Wisconsin’s offense put collectively an almost 600-yard day tallying 595 yards with 335 coming by means of the air and 260 on the bottom.
The third yr starter put regarded sharp for the third sport in a row. He eclipsed the 200-yard mark for the third consecutive sport to open the season. Coming into the season, he had executed so simply six occasions in his profession – with three such video games in 2020 and 2021 – and by no means did so in three straight video games.
“He’s taking part in with conviction,” junior chief Chimere Dike mentioned. “I’m pleased to see the enhancements that he’s made and I believe that that is one thing that he’s prepared for and he’s benefiting from it. It’s so good to see a man that is available in and works so arduous on a regular basis with the ability to have success on the sector.
Throwing an interception within the redzone on a go within the path of Skyler Bell, quarterback Graham Mertz made his method over to the vast receivers to go over the play with Bell.
That second is simply an instance of the best way the third yr starter has stepped up his management position. The incompletion can be simply certainly one of three incompletions on the afternoon for Mertz and simply his second interception this season.
“I believe the largest factor that’s modified for him is simply his management position has improved significantly,” Dike went on. “He’s continued to take strides. When he got here again, you possibly can see he’s an older man now. He’s assured, he’s higher than earlier than and I believe it’s displaying up on Saturdays. It exhibits up on a regular basis making the best way he leads the offense, leads the workforce.”
Coming into the season, questions floated round Mertz and whether or not he might ever develop into a constant quarterback at UW. Via three video games, he is performed his finest soccer and checked each field. He is restricted poor choices, been correct and moved the offense. On prime of that, the depth of his receivers has proven up. Saturday afternoon he as soon as once more unfold the ball hitting six totally different gamers.
“My entire theme for this offseason is how do I do my job higher for this workforce to simply transfer the ball,” he mentioned. “That’s completions… I’m holding myself to a regular the place I received to do my job. Everytime the ball is in my palms, I received to be locked in and what’s my job on this play. That’s discover the completion and transfer the ball. It’s so simple as that. While you simplify the sport, it form of frees you as much as go play.”
On the bottom, the offensive line and backs have been dominant. In all, the group of backs scored six touchdowns with Isaac Guerendo, Braelon Allen and Chez Mellusi all going over 70 yards. The beat down of the Aggies received underway ninety seconds into the sport when Allen took the third play of the sport the space for a 39-yard landing.
The offensive line noticed some shuffling alongside the fitting facet with Trey Wedig and Tanor Bortolini seeing a justifiable share of snaps at proper deal with and proper guard, respectively.
Turning over to the opposite facet of the ball, the Badgers put collectively a Wisconsin-like efficiency towards a lesser workforce. On the finish of the primary quarter, the unit had allowed simply 15 yards and simply 100 yards within the first half, with 82 approaching the Aggies’ remaining drive of the half.
UW will need to clear up some points with regards to tackling and wrapping up ball carries however except for that, the protection did its job. Within the win, the group introduced its interception whole as much as seven with Jake Chaney, Maema Njongmeta and Ricardo Hallman all recording an interception.
Coming off a contest by which it racked up 11 penalties, the Badgers have been known as for only a pair of infractions by means of 43 minutes of play. Within the remaining quarter of play, Wisconsin was known as for a trio of penalties however for essentially the most half performed a cleaner sport. After being known as for a maintain on a second down run within the second quarter, heart Joe Tippmann was visibly pissed off.
“It exhibits that guys care they usually know that particulars win video games,” Mertz mentioned.
How a lot a does efficiency towards an opponent the caliber of New Mexico State means? In all probability not a lot. That mentioned, Wisconsin wanted to place collectively a bounce again efficiency after a let down towards in a sport it doubtless ought to have received towards Washington State.
“I might hope and need to consider that there are classes that we skilled within the first three video games, that we are able to really study from, what issues allowed us to achieve success and construct on that,” Chryst mentioned.
“And the reality is, time will inform. Can we really study these classes? I recognize the best way they’ve gone by means of it. However we actually haven’t arrived.”
With convention play now on the horizon, Wisconsin will not get any likelihood to ease in to Massive Ten play. The primary check will probably be a bout with convention powerhouse Ohio State in Columbus.
“I believe we’re in an excellent spot,” Mertz mentioned. “I’m happy with the response this week throughout apply. Guys have been competing, having enjoyable and pushing one another to get higher. You see that within the secondary with our receivers. I imply guys actually competed this week they usually pushed it to a different stage and we’re going to maintain doing that. Maintain working to get higher.”
Manuel Franco claims his $768 million Powerball jackpot
Manuel Franco, 24, of West Allis was revealed Tuesday as the winner of the $768.4 million Powerball jackpot.
Mark Hoffman, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
The Wisconsin Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Nov. 25, 2024, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Nov. 25 drawing
05-35-45-60-63, Powerball: 12, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from Nov. 25 drawing
0-9-4
8-1-4
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Winning Pick 4 numbers from Nov. 25 drawing
3-2-7-4
0-0-7-7
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Winning All or Nothing numbers from Nov. 25 drawing
Midday: 02-03-04-05-08-10-11-13-15-19-22
Evening: 01-02-03-04-09-11-12-14-17-18-20
Check All or Nothing payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Badger 5 numbers from Nov. 25 drawing
03-06-15-18-25
Check Badger 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning SuperCash numbers from Nov. 25 drawing
08-17-28-30-32-34, Doubler: N
Check SuperCash payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
- Prizes up to $599: Can be claimed at any Wisconsin Lottery retailer.
- Prizes from $600 to $199,999: Can be claimed in person at a Lottery Office. By mail, send the signed ticket and a completed claim form available on the Wisconsin Lottery claim page to: Prizes, PO Box 777 Madison, WI 53774.
- Prizes of $200,000 or more: Must be claimed in person at the Madison Lottery office. Call the Lottery office prior to your visit: 608-261-4916.
Can Wisconsin lottery winners remain anonymous?
No, according to the Wisconsin Lottery. Due to the state’s open records laws, the lottery must, upon request, release the name and city of the winner. Other information about the winner is released only with the winner’s consent.
When are the Wisconsin Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Super Cash: 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Evening): 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Evening): 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
- All or Nothing (Day): 1:30 p.m. CT daily.
- All or Nothing (Evening): 9 p.m. CT daily.
- Megabucks: 9:00 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
- Badger 5: 9:00 p.m. CT daily.
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MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – Gas prices are the cheapest they’ve been since the pandemic, just as people prepare to travel for the holidays.
According to AAA Wisconsin, the average gas prices is $2.86 per gallon in the state, a new low since 2020.
”We’ve had so many disruptions in the last four to five years between Covid and then the Ukraine conflict that has sent prices either far down or bringing them to historic highs,” AAA Director of Public Affairs Nick Jarmusz said. “We kind of forget what normal is.”
He said the low cost at the pump is a result of peak summer travel season ending, an even supply and demand for fuel and fewer global crises.
”Right now we’re in a pretty favorable balance between lower demand and pretty plentiful supply and no real disruptions to speak of,” he said.
People can save more money at the pump if they drive the speed limit.
”By sticking closer to the speed limit, avoiding aggressive driving in situations, you can actually increase your fuel efficiency by about 40% or up to 40%,” Jarmusz said. “Which can add up to pretty significant savings.”
If trends continue, he also said prices might drop even more. ”Really, I would not be surprised to see these prices continue to go down,” Jarmusz said. “I don’t think we’ve seen the lowest prices we’ll see this year yet.”
According to AAA the best times to travel before Thanksgiving on Thursday is in the morning hours on Tuesday and Wednesday. Roads will be busiest in the afternoons.
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Game 12 Wisconsin football two-deep for Minnesota Gophers game Nov. 29 at Camp Randall Stadium
MADISON – A look at the unofficial two-deep for the Wisconsin football team heading into its game against Minnesota at 11 a.m. Friday at Camp Randall Stadium.
OFFENSE
Quarterback
1 – Braedyn Locke, 6-1, 205, redshirt-soph.
2 – Mabrey Mettauer, 6-4, 230, fr.
Running back
1 – Tawee Walker, 5-9, 218, sr.
2 – Darrion Dupree, 5-10, 205, fr.
Receiver
1 – Bryson Green, 6-3, 213, sr.
2 – C.J. Williams, 6-2, 196, jr.
Receiver
1 – Vinny Anthony II, 6-0, 188, jr.
2 – Quincy Burroughs, 6-2, 212, r-soph.
Slot recever
1 – Will Pauling, 5-10, 187, r-jr.
2 – Trech Kekahuna, 5-10, 187, r-fr.
Tight end
1 – Riley Nowakowski, 6-1, 243, r-sr.
2 – Tucker Ashcraft, 6-5, 255, soph.
Left tackle
1 – Jack Nelson, 6-7, 316, sr.
2 – Barrett Nelson, 6-6, 302, r-soph.
Left guard
1 – Joe Brunner, 6-5, 313- r-soph.
2. – James Durand, 6-5, 305, r-fr.
Center
1 – Jake Renfro, 6-3, 302, r-sr.
2. – Kerry Kodanko, 6-2, 308, r-sr.
Right guard
1 – Joe Huber, 6-5, 310, r-sr.
2 – JP Benzschawel, 6-6, 312, r-jr.
Right tackle
1 – Riley Mahlman, 6-8, 308, r-jr.
2 – Kevin Heywood, 6-8, 325, fr.
DEFENSE
Line
1 – Ben Barten, 6-5, 308, r-sr.
2 – Elijah Hills, 6-3, 282, sr.
Line
1 – Curt Neal, 6-0, 290, r-soph.
2 – Cade McDonald, 6-6, 285, r-sr.
Outside linebacker
1 – Darryl Peterson, 6-1, 248, r-jr.
2 – Aaron Witt, 6-6, 247, r-jr.
Inside linebacker
1 – Jake Chaney, 5-11, 233, sr.
2 – Tackett Curtis, 6-2, 228, soph.
Inside linebacker
1 – Christian Alliegro, 6-4, 240, soph.
2 – Jaheim Thomas, 6-4, 245, r-sr.
Outside linebacker
1 – Leon Lowery, 6-3, 252, r-sr.
2 – Sebastian Cheeks, 6-3, 230, r-soph., or John Pius, 6-4, 250, r-sr.
Cornerback
1 – Ricardo Hallman, 5-10, 185, r-jr.
2 – R.J. Delancy III, 5-11, 193, r-sr., or Jonas Duclona, 5-10, 190, soph.
Strong safety
1 – Hunter Wohler, 6-2, 218, sr.
2 – Owen Arnett, 5-11, 210, r-jr.
Free safety
1 – Preston Zachman, 6-1, 212, r-sr.
2 – Austin Brown, 6-1, 210, jr.
Cornerback
1 – Nyzier Fourqurean, 6-1, 190, r-sr.
2 – R.J. Delancy, 5-11, 193, r-sr., or Xavier Lucas, 6-2, 198, fr.
Nickel back
1 – Austin Brown, 6-1, 210, jr.
2 – Max Lofy, 5-10, 188, r-sr.
SPECIAL TEAMS
Punter
1 – Atticus Bertrams, 6-3, 225, soph.
2 – Gavin Meyers, 6-1, 198, r-sr.
Field goal kicker
1 – Nathanial Vakos, 6-1, 205, jr.
2 – Gavin Lahm, 6-0, 213, jr.
Kickoffs
1 – Gavin Lahm, 6-10, 213, jr.
2 – Nathanial Vakos, 6-1, 205, jr.
Long snapper
1 – Cayson Pfeiffer, 6-0, 205, sr.
2 – Duncan McKinley, 6-2, 222, r-sr.
Holder
1 – Gavin Meyers, 6-1, 198, r-sr.
2 – Atticus Bertrams, 6-2, 225, soph.
Punt returner
1 – Vinny Anthony II, 6-0, 188, jr.
2 – Hunter Wohler, 6-2, 218, sr.
Kickoff returner
1 – Vinny Anthony II, 6-0, 188, jr.
2 – Trech Kekahuna, 5-10, 197, r-fr.
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