In Pictures: Badgers' Defense Shuts Down Eagles

From sacks to interceptions, these photos sum up the Badgers' solid defense against the Georgia Southern Eagles.

River Reynolds | Sep 18, 2023

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The atmosphere at Camp Randall Stadium was tense as the Wisconsin Badgers and the Georgia Southern Eagles found themselves locked in a 7-7 tie at halftime. The energy shifted dramatically in the second half as the Badgers came alive to secure a huge 35-14 victory.

This win couldn't have come at a better time, especially as the Badgers prepare to go up against Purdue this Friday in Indiana.

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Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Maema Njongmeta (55) and linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) celebrate the return during the second half of the game against the Georgia Southern Eagles on Saturday September 16, 2023 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis.

Georgia Southern Eagles wide receiver Khaleb Hood (7) misses the catch due to a break in the play by Wisconsin Badgers safety Preston Zachman (14) during the second half of the game on Saturday September 16, 2023 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis.

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Sep 16, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers safety Preston Zachman (14) breaks up a pass intended for Georgia Southern Eagles wide receiver Khaleb Hood (7) at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 16, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Maema Njongmeta (55) celebrates after a fumble recovery against the Georgia Southern Eagles during the fourth quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 16, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers linebacker C.J. Goetz (98) intercepts a pass against the Georgia Southern Eagles during the third quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports

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Sep 16, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Jason Maitre (23) celebrates with safety Owen Arnett (18) following an interception during the second quarter against the Georgia Southern Eagles at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 16, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Georgia Southern Eagles wide receiver Anthony Queeley (4) is knocked out of bounds by Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Ricardo Hallman (2) during the second quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 16, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers safety Hunter Wohler (24) sacks Georgia Southern Eagles quarterback Davis Brin (5) during the second quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 16, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell talks with linebacker Marty Strey (32) during the second quarter against the Georgia Southern Eagles at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Sep 16, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Georgia Southern Eagles wide receiver Anthony Queeley (4) is unable to catch a pass under pressure from Wisconsin Badgers safety Austin Brown (9) during the second quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Badgers' Defense Outplayed Georgia Southern Eagles

Safety Preston Zachman effectively stopped a pass aimed at Georgia Southern's wide receiver, Khaleb Hood. Linebacker Maema Njongmeta showcased his talent by recovering a fumble. C.J. Goetz's timely interception helped sway the momentum further in Wisconsin's favor. Hunter Wohler, another Badger safety, put up the pressure by sacking Georgia Southern's quarterback Davis Brin, while cornerback Ricardo Hallman forced a wide receiver out of bounds.

After such a great win, the question is now, can the Badgers' Defense maintain this momentum when they go up against Purdue this coming Friday? With plays like these, they very well could.

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Published Sep 18, 2023

RIVER REYNOLDS

River Reynolds is a proud native of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Deeply passionate about sports, nature, and sharp cheese, she finds joy in the company of her beloved cats and dogs. She tries to see the positive in every player, capturing the essence of her Midwestern roots.