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Badgers fans cheer as the clock winds down in Saturday's 27-10 win over Illinois at Camp Randall Stadium.
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Photos: Wisconsin football hosts Illinois in home finale
Wisconsin quarterback Carter Smith (5) makes a pass in warmups before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell leads the Badgers out of the tunnel for warmups before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) runs with the ball during warmups before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin wide receiver Kyan Berry-Johnson (22) makes a catch during warmups before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin kicker Nathanial Vakos (90) kicks the opening kickoff against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) yells after a stop against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin quarterback Carter Smith (5) throws a pass against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin quarterback Carter Smith (5) is landed on by Illinois defender on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin tight end Lance Mason (86) flips over Illinois defensive back Miles Scott (10) after a tackle on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) runs with the ball against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin defensive back D'Yoni Hill (5) waves his arms after a missed field goal by Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Jackson Acker (34) runs with the ball against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin defensive coordinator Mike Tressel watches the scoreboard during a timeout while playing Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell talks to staff while walking off the field after a timeout while playing Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Mason Posa (8) lines up a tackle onIllinois defensive back Ben Clawson (21) on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin kicker Nathanial Vakos (90) kicks a field goal against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (8) celebrates with Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) after a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) runs in to the end zone for a touchdown against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) is sacked by Wisconsin linebacker Mason Reiger (22) on third down on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin celebrates after a third down sack against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin quarterback Carter Smith (5) makes a pass in warmups before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell leads the Badgers out of the tunnel for warmups before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) runs with the ball during warmups before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin wide receiver Kyan Berry-Johnson (22) makes a catch during warmups before the game against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin kicker Nathanial Vakos (90) kicks the opening kickoff against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) yells after a stop against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin quarterback Carter Smith (5) throws a pass against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin quarterback Carter Smith (5) is landed on by Illinois defender on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin tight end Lance Mason (86) flips over Illinois defensive back Miles Scott (10) after a tackle on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) runs with the ball against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin defensive back D'Yoni Hill (5) waves his arms after a missed field goal by Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Jackson Acker (34) runs with the ball against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin defensive coordinator Mike Tressel watches the scoreboard during a timeout while playing Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell talks to staff while walking off the field after a timeout while playing Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin kicker Nathanial Vakos (90) kicks a field goal against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (8) celebrates with Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) after a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) runs in to the end zone for a touchdown against Wisconsin on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) is sacked by Wisconsin linebacker Mason Reiger (22) on third down on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin celebrates after a third down sack against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) runs downfield on his way to the end zone for a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) celebrates after scoring a rushing touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell yells at a player after a flag while playing Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin attempts to block a field goal by Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Christian Alliegro (0) celebrates after sacking Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Christian Alliegro (0) sacks Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin fans cheer as the clock winds down in the fourth quarter against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin offensive lineman Joey Okla (61) hugs Wisconsin offensive lineman John Clifford (76) after defeating Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin players wrap up Illinois running back Kaden Feagin (3) on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) sacks Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) runs through a gap against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin fans climb down from the student section to storm the field against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin fans storm the field after defeating Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) looks over his shoulder as he runs to the end zone for a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) gets to Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) for a sack on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) celebrates with Wisconsin linebacker Mason Reiger (22) after a sack against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin safety Charlie Jarvis (34) grabs Illinois punter Keelan Crimmins (40) to tackle him after a muffed punt on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin celebrates after stopping Illinois on a muffed punt on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) runs in to the end zone for a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin players celebrate after a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin players wrap up Illinois running back Kaden Feagin (3) on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) sacks Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) runs through a gap against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin fans climb down from the student section to storm the field against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin fans storm the field after defeating Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) looks over his shoulder as he runs to the end zone for a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) gets to Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) for a sack on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) celebrates with Wisconsin linebacker Mason Reiger (22) after a sack against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin safety Charlie Jarvis (34) grabs Illinois punter Keelan Crimmins (40) to tackle him after a muffed punt on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin celebrates after stopping Illinois on a muffed punt on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (6) runs in to the end zone for a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
Wisconsin players celebrate after a touchdown against Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at Camp Randall in Madison, Wi.
