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Ivory CoastWisconsin to Start Freshman Quarterback Ryan Hopkins Against Rutgers
Wisconsin is turning to freshman Ryan Hopkins at quarterback for Saturday's game against Rutgers as starter Colton Joseph deals with injuries.
Fresh Face at Quarterback
Wisconsin is making a change at quarterback ahead of their upcoming game. Freshman Ryan Hopkins is expected to make his first career start this Saturday when the Badgers take on Rutgers.
The shift comes while regular starter Colton Joseph deals with injuries. Joseph has started eight games for Wisconsin this season. Although he could potentially be available to play on Saturday, the team is set to go with Hopkins under center.
Breakdown of the Passing Numbers
Colton Joseph has built up solid stats while starting eight games this year. He has thrown for 1,346 yards, 11 touchdowns, and five interceptions. His completion rate sits at 55.6 percent.
However, his injuries opened the door for Hopkins last week. Hopkins replaced Joseph during the second half of Wisconsin's loss to Iowa to get his first extended action on the field.
A Highly Regarded Prospect
In that second half against Iowa, Hopkins completed 8 of 13 passes for 93 yards and threw one interception. That brief appearance gave fans their first look at the young quarterback in game action.
Hopkins joined the Badgers as a highly regarded player out of Mater Dei in Southern California. Now, he gets the nod to start against Rutgers on Saturday.
What it means for the next game
Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Wisconsin Badgers (College Football, Sat, 07 Nov): Wisconsin Badgers win 87%, Rutgers Scarlet Knights win 13%; projected score Wisconsin Badgers 32, Rutgers Scarlet Knights 14. Our safest pick: Rutgers +28.5.
Wisconsin Badgers at Maryland Terrapins (College Football, Sat, 14 Nov): Maryland Terrapins win 62%, Wisconsin Badgers win 38%; projected score Maryland Terrapins 25, Wisconsin Badgers 19. Our safest pick: Maryland +4.5.
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