Braedyn Locke Proves vs. Oregon He Can’t Start Another Game For Wisconsin
Missed Field Goals Doom Badgers in Eugene
Locke’s Woes Continue, Wisconsin Drops Third Straight
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Braedyn Locke missed two more field goals in Wisconsin’s 35-28 loss to Oregon on Saturday night, continuing a trend that has plagued the Badgers this season. Locke, who had actually made two of his last three coming into the game, missed from 43 and 44 yards away. His misses were both in the second half, and each came at a crucial time in the game. The first miss came with just over eight minutes remaining in the third quarter, and the Badgers trailing 14-7. Wisconsin was driving and had a chance to tie the game, but Locke’s miss kept them down by a touchdown. The second miss came with just over two minutes remaining in the game, and the Badgers trailing 35-21. Wisconsin was driving again and had a chance to cut the lead to one score, but Locke’s miss effectively ended the game. Locke’s struggles have been a major problem for Wisconsin this season. The Badgers have lost three straight games, and Locke has missed five field goals in that span. Locke is now 10-of-18 on field goals this season, and his 55.6% conversion rate is one of the worst in the country. Wisconsin coach Paul Chryst said after the game that he is “still confident” in Locke, but he admitted that the missed field goals are “a concern.” “We need to get it fixed,” Chryst said. “We’re not going to win many games if we can’t make field goals.” The Badgers will have a chance to get back on track next Saturday when they host Illinois.Locke’s Struggles a Major Concern for Wisconsin
Locke’s struggles have been a major concern for Wisconsin this season. The Badgers have lost three straight games, and Locke has missed five field goals in that span.
Locke is now 10-of-18 on field goals this season, and his 55.6% conversion rate is one of the worst in the country.
Wisconsin coach Paul Chryst said after the game that he is “still confident” in Locke, but he admitted that the missed field goals are “a concern.”
Badgers Need to Get Back on Track
The Badgers will have a chance to get back on track next Saturday when they host Illinois.
Wisconsin is a 14-point favorite in the game, but the Badgers will need to play much better than they did against Oregon if they want to win.
The Badgers will need to be more efficient on offense, and they will need to get more pressure on the quarterback on defense.
Conclusion
The Badgers are now 2-3 on the season, and they need to start winning games if they want to make a bowl game.
Wisconsin has a lot of talent on its roster, but the Badgers need to start playing better if they want to reach their potential.