Badgers shutout Illinois State 38-0 in season opener

MADISON, Wis. — The 18th-ranked Badgers had zero problems taking care of Illinois State Saturday night with an impressive 38-0 shutout victory at Camp Randall Stadium.

Braelon Allen ran for 148 yards and two touchdowns, while Graham Mertz threw completed 14 of 16 passes for 219 yards with a touchdown.

The night also saw some program records set. The first of two happened late in the 1st quarter when safety John Torchio picked off a pass and returned it for 100 yards – marking the longest interception return in Wisconsin’s history. Then just a couple of minutes later, Allen took off for a 96-yard score, the longest rushing touchdown in Badgers’ history.

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Badgers return to Camp Randall Saturday, Sept. 10 to host Washington State. Kick-off is set for 2:30 p.m.

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