Perhaps the biggest loss the University of Wisconsin football team suffered this offseason was defensive tackle Keeanu Benton’s ascent to the NFL — he was a second-round pick of the Pittsburgh Steelers after serving as the anchor to Wisconsin’s defense the past four years. Benton’s consistency and skill up front allowed former defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard to be creative with linebacker blitzes and line stunts around Benton, who often drew double teams.
3 things to know about Wisconsin football's defensive line
- Colten Bartholomew
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