The Illinois coach returned to Madison for the first time in a decade and led his team to a 34-10 win over the Badgers.
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Photos: Wisconsin falls to Illinois in Big Ten football tilt
Illinois coach Bret Bielema watches gets ready for Saturday's game against Wisconsin at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin coach Paul Chryst looks on during the first half Saturday at Camp Randall.
Illinois quarterback Tommy DeVito finds an opening against Wisconsin during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz talks to running back Isaac Guerendo during Saturday's game against Illinois at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin cornerback Jay Shaw interferes with Illinois wide receiver Brian Hightower during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin running back Isaac Guerendo celebrates scoring a touchdown against Illinois during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin running back Isaac Guerendo scores a touchdown behind Illinois linebacker Calvin Hart Jr. during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Illinois Head Coach Bret Bielema after beating Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
A Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) pass intended for wide receiver Keontez Lewis (3) was intercepted by Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Kendall Smith (7) in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Tommy DeVito (3) scores in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Tommy DeVito (3) scores in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Isaac Guerendo (20) catches a 21-yard pass from Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) in the 1st quarter. Guerendo was covered by Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Calvin Hart Jr. (5). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois Fighting Illini running back Chase Brown (2) celebrates a 49-yard touchdown run in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
An angry Paul Chryst after Illinois scored against Wisconsin on Saturday at Camp Randall. Bret Bielema's Illinois team beat the Badgers 34-10.
Wisconsin coach Jim Leonhard complains to a ref after a third quarter Illinois touchdown on Saturday. Leonhard was named interim coach on Sunday after UW athletic director Chris McIntosh fired Paul Chryst.
Illinois Fighting Illini tight end Michael Marchese (42) recovers a fumble by Wisconsin Badgers running back Isaac Guerendo (20) on a kickoff in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Isaac Guerendo (20) after fumbling a kickoff return in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois Fighting Illini tight end Michael Marchese (42) recovers a fumble by Wisconsin Badgers running back Isaac Guerendo (20) on a kickoff in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois Fighting Illini running back Chase Brown (2) breaks away for a 49-yard touchdown run in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) after failing to complete a pass on 4th down in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Chimere Dike (13) is tackled after a short run in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois Fighting Illini running back Chase Brown (2) rushes in the 3rd quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen (0) is stuffed for no gain by Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Jer'Zhan Newton (4) and linebacker Alec Bryant (90) in the 4th quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois kicker Caleb Griffin kicks a field goal against Wisconsin during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Tahveon Nicholson (10) celebrates a 2nd quarter interception with defensive back Kendall Smith (7). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) is sacked by Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Isaac Darkangelo (38) for a 3-yard loss in the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Chimere Dike (13) after a 1st quarter reception. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) throws during the 1st quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz reacts to being sacked in a 34-10 loss to Illinois Saturday at Camp Randall Stadium. He struggled after going to the medical tent and getting his non-throwing hand taped.
UW coach Luke Fickell said the standard for offensive linemen isn't changing just to get players into the program. Both the offensive and defensive fronts are areas of emphasis for Fickell's staff to address before February's signing day.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Skyler Bell (11) makes a 1st quarter catch while covered by Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Jartavius Martin (21). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers tight end Jack Eschenbach (82) is tackled by \Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Devon Witherspoon (31) after a 4th quarter catch. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Chimere Dike (13) is not able to make a 4th quarter catch while defended by Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Devon Witherspoon (31). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin Badgers running back Braelon Allen (0) is helped up after being stopped for no gain in the 4th quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois running back Chase Brown runs for a big gain against Wisconsin during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin wide receiver Chimere Dike goes up for a pass while defended by Illinois defensive back Devon Witherspoon during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz throws a pass against Illinois during their game Saturday at Camp Randall.
Illinois coach Bret Bielema walks off the field after Saturday's 34-10 win over Wisconsin at Camp Randall.
Illinois tight end Michael Marchese recovers the ball following a Wisconsin fumble during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Illinois' Luke Zardzin (42) celebrates recovering a Wisconsin fumble with defensive back Peyton Vining during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin wide receiver Chimere Dike runs from Illinois' Kenenna Odeluga during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Illinois running back Chase Brown tries to break free from Wisconsin defensive end James Thompson Jr. during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz is sacked by Illinois defensive lineman Keith Randolph Jr. during Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Tahveon Nicholson (10) celebrates a 2nd quarter interception with defensive back Kendall Smith (7). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois coach Bret Bielema walks onto the field before the start of Saturday's game against Wisconsin, where he coached for nine seasons. The Illini won 34-10.
Illinois Head Coach Bret Bielema walks onto the field before the start of todays game. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Illinois Head Coach Bret Bielema walks onto the field before the start of todays game. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted the Illinois Fighting Illini at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Madison, Wisconsin. Wisconsin lost 34-10. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
