Photos: Wisconsin battles Purdue in Big Ten football home opener
A collection of photos from Wisconsin's Big Ten football home opener against Purdue at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin running back Tawee Walker (3) scores on a 12-yard run during the first quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver CJ Williams (4) hauls in a 19-yard catch to the 1-yard line late in the second quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Tawee Walker (3) scores on a 12-yard run during the first quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Tawee Walker (3) scores on a 1-yard run late in the second quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin's CJ Williams catches a pass against Purdue late in the first of Saturday's game at Camp Randall.
Purdue's Kyndrich Breedlove breaks up a pass intended for Wisconsin's Trech Kekahuna during the first half Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Vinny Anthony II celebrates his touchdown catch with CJ Williams during the first half Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Sebastian Cheeks reacts after sacking Purdue quarterback Hudson Card during the first half Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin's Vinny Anthony II (8) gets past Purdue's Kyndrich Breedlove for a touchdown during the first half Saturday at Camp Randall.
Wisconsin quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) takes a snap during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Wisconsin wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) scores on a 69-yard pass play during the third quarter. Purdue Boilermakers defensive end Will Heldt (15) was not able to catch him. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) scores on a 69-yard pass play during the third quarter. Purdue Boilermakers defensive end Will Heldt (15) was not able to catch him. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) scores on a 69-yard pass play during the third quarter. Purdue Boilermakers linebacker Kydran Jenkins (4) was not able to catch him. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) celebrates with teammates a 69-yard pass play during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Tawee Walker (3) breaks tackles on his way to a 17-yard touchdown run during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) celebrates a 25-yard touchdown catch during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Tawee Walker (3) breaks tackles on his way to a 17-yard touchdown run during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Cade Yacamelli (25) breaks tackles on his way to a 30-yard touchdown run during the fourth quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Cade Yacamelli (25) breaks tackles on his way to a 30-yard touchdown run during the fourth quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Cade Yacamelli (25) breaks tackles on his way to a 30-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Dilin Jones (7) runs for 47 yards during the fourth quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin quarterback Mabrey Mettauer (11) rushes for 2 yards during the fourth quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Purdue running back Jaheim Merriweather (3) fumbles the ball as he's tackled by Wisconsin cornerback Xavier Lucas (6) after a 35-yard run during the fourth quarter. Wisconsin Badgers safety Braedyn Moore (20) recovered. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Cade Yacamelli (25) is tackled by Purdue defensive lineman Jeffrey M'Ba (0) during the fourth quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell follows the action during the fourth quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Cade Yacamelli (25) is hit by Purdue defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (8) breaks free from Purdue defensive back Dillon Thieneman (31) during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin cornerback Xavier Lucas (6) defends a pass intended for Purdue wide receiver Jaron Tibbs. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell looks on during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) walks away from the end zone after throwing a 69-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (13) tries to keep his balance during the third quarter. He is tackled by Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Joseph Jefferson II (32), and defensive lineman Jamarrion Harkless (97). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin running back Darrion Dupree (13) avoids Purdue linebacker Kydran Jenkins (4) during the third quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver Trech Kekahuna (2) hauls in a 25-yard touchdown catch during the third quarter while defended by Purdue defensive back Kyndrich Breedlove (10). The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) looks downfield to pass during the second quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin linebacker Jake Chaney (1) tackles Purdue running back Devin Mockobee (45) during the second quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin coach Luck Fickell walks the sideline during the first quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin long snapper Cayson Pfeiffer falls on a muffed punt during the first quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (8) celebrates his 52-yard touchdown catch with teammates during the first quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (8) breaks free for a 52-yard touchdown catch during the first quarter. Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Kyndrich Breedlove (10) was not able to make the tackle. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin linebacker Sebastian Cheeks (15) and linebacker John Pius (0) sack Purdue quarterback Hudson Card (1) during the first quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
Wisconsin quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) celebrates with his teammates after wide receiver Vinny Anthony II's 52-yard touchdown during the first quarter. The Wisconsin Badgers hosted Purdue at Camp Randall Stadium, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Madison, Wisconsin. Photo Steve Apps for the State Journal.
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