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Wisconsin Football Crystal Ball: Bold predictions vs Penn State

By Brian Sampson

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JULY 23: Paul Chryst, head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers speaks during the Big Ten Football Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium on July 23, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JULY 23: Paul Chryst, head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers speaks during the Big Ten Football Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium on July 23, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) /
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ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN – NOVEMBER 14: Scott Nelson #9 of the Wisconsin Badgers celebrates his first half interception with Keeanu Benton #95 while playing the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium on November 14, 2020 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN – NOVEMBER 14: Scott Nelson #9 of the Wisconsin Badgers celebrates his first half interception with Keeanu Benton #95 while playing the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium on November 14, 2020 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /

Wisconsin football crystal ball prediction: Scott Nelson Has a big day

Even if Wisconsin struggles to contain Penn State’s running game, they’ll be plenty of opportunities to make plays in the passing game. Clifford was as turnover-prone as you get in 2019 when he threw nine interceptions in nine games. The Badgers hope they can keep that streak going.

It feels like safety Scott Nelson has been on the cusp of a breakout season for three years now. However, after injuries derailed his last two seasons, he’s finally fully healthy and this could be the year.

Nelson led the team in interceptions with two a season ago, and I predict he’ll begin the season with one in this game. He’s always around the rock and will be in a position to snag one of Clifford’s arrant passes–especially if one sails high over the receiver’s head. Turnovers, on both sides of the ball, will play a big role in this game and if Nelson can get his hands on one, it will go a long way in deciding the outcome.

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