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Photos: Wisconsin routs New Mexico State at Camp Randall Stadium
Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Ricardo Hallman (2) celebrates an intercepted pass intended for New Mexico State Aggies wide receiver Kordell David (11) in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Ricardo Hallman (2) intercepts a pass intended for New Mexico State Aggies wide receiver Kordell David (11) in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Chez Mellusi (1) and quarterback Graham Mertz (5) celebrates Mellusi 2-yard touchdown run in the 2nd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen (0) scores on a 2-yard run in the 2nd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen (0) scores on a 2-yard run in the 2nd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Maema Njongmeta (55) intercepts a pass intended by New Mexico State Aggies running back Jamoni Jones (3) in the 2nd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Maema Njongmeta (55) intercepts a pass intended by New Mexico State Aggies running back Jamoni Jones (3) in the 2nd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Keontez Lewis (3) catches a 2nd quarter touchdown pass from quarterback Graham Mertz (5) while defended by New Mexico State Aggies defensive back Syrus Dumas (6). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Keontez Lewis (3) catches a 2nd quarter touchdown pass from quarterback Graham Mertz (5) while defended by New Mexico State Aggies defensive back Syrus Dumas (6). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Keontez Lewis (3) catches a 2nd quarter touchdown pass from quarterback Graham Mertz (5) while defended by New Mexico State Aggies defensive back Syrus Dumas (6). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen (0) and tight end Clay Cundiff (85) celebrates Allen's 39-yard touchdown in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen (0) scores on a 39-yard touchdown in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen (0) breaks away for a 39-yard touchdown in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen (0) breaks away for a 39-yard touchdown in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz sets to throw against New Mexico State during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Braelon Allen is congratulated after his touchdown run during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Braelon Allen runs for a big gain against the New Mexico State during their Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
New Mexico State coach Jerry Kill leads his team on the field before Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Braelon Allen tries to get past New Mexico State's Izaiah Reed during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
New Mexico State quarterback Diego Pavia is stopped by the Wisconsin defense during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Graham Mertz thorws a pass against the New Mexico State during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
New Mexico State's Gavin Frakes runs past Wisconsin's Darryl Peterson during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Keontez Lewis catches a touchdown pass against the New Mexico State during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Keontez Lewis, right, is congratulated by Graham Mertz after Lewis caught a touchdown against New Mexico State during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Braelon Allen runs for a touchdown against New Mexico State during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Chez Mellusi runs past New Mexico State's Dylan Early Sept. 3 at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Maema Njongmeta intercepts a New Mexico State pass during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Chez Mellusi celebrates his touchdown run against New Mexico State during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Isaac Guerendo breaks a tackle attempt by New Mexico State's Dylan Early during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's C.J. Goetz stops New Mexico State's Diego Pavia during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Isaac Guerendo is stopped by New Mexico State's Syrus Dumas during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Isaac Guerendo runs past New Mexico State's Bryce Jackson during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Braelon Allen runs for a touchdown against New Mexico State during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Chez Mellusi outruns New Mexico State's Dylan Early during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Braelon Allen runs for a touchdown against New Mexico State during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Skyler Bell runs for a touchdown after a catch against New Mexico State during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Skyler Bell celebrates his touchdown catch against New Mexico State during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Skyler Bell celebrates his touchdown catch with teammate Chimere Dike, left, against New Mexico State during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
New Mexico State's Bryce Childress can't catch a pass in front of Wisconsin's Max Lofy during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Skyler Bell catches a touchdown pass against New Mexico State during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Ricardo Hallman breaks up a pass intended for New Mexico State's Terrell Warner during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Chimere Dike (13) makes a 3rd quarter catch while defended by New Mexico State Aggies defensive back Bryce Jackson (32). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Skyler Bell (11) after catching a touchdown pass in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Isaac Guerendo (20) rushes during the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Chez Mellusi (1) during a 1st quarter run. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers linebacker C.J. Goetz (98) sacks New Mexico State Aggies defensive lineman Lazarus Williams (10) in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers tight end Hayden Rucci (87) after a first quarter catch. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers defensive end Isaiah Mullens (99) pressures New Mexico State Aggies quarterback Diego Pavia (10) in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Isaac Guerendo (20) celebrates his 4th quarter touchdown run. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Jake Chaney (36) celebrates his 4th quarter interception with Wisconsin Badgers safety Jackson Trudgeon (30). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Jake Chaney (36) and linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) celebrates Chaney's 4th quarter interception. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Jake Chaney (36) with a 4th quarter interception. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Isaac Guerendo (20) celebrates a 3rd quarter touchdown with Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Myles Burkett (16). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Dean Engram (6) after a 3rd quarter catch. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
UW running back Isaac Guerendo rushed for 74 yards and two touchdowns against New Mexico State.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Chimere Dike (13) makes a 3rd quarter catch while defended by New Mexico State Aggies defensive back Bryce Jackson (32). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) passes to Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Chimere Dike (13) in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers defensive end James Thompson Jr. (90) tackles New Mexico State Aggies running back Star Thomas (4) in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Skyler Bell (11) celebrates a 3rd quarter touchdown catch. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) after taking a 3rd quarter hit. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) takes a hit by New Mexico State Aggies linebacker Keyshaun Elliott (22) after sliding down. Elliott was penalized on the play. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Isaac Guerendo (20) celebrates a 3rd quarter touchdown. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Julius Davis (32) stiff arms New Mexico State Aggies defensive back Devlin Kirklin (1) on a 4th quarter run. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the New Mexica Aggies at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
