Quintez Cephus
FILE - In this Oct. 19, 2019, file photo, Illinois' Josh Imatorbhebhe, second from right, celebrates with teammates including Donny Navarro (86) after scoring a touchdown in the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin, in Champaign, Ill. Even after beating a Wisconsin team that was favored by 30 ½ points last year, Illinois heads into Madison as a 19 ½-point underdog as the two West Division rivals prepare to open the pandemic-delayed Big Ten season Friday night. (AP Photo/Holly Hart, File)
Illinois seeking to surprise No. 14 Wisconsin one more time

By Steve Megargee Oct. 22, 2020 12:20 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2017, file photo, Wisconsin's Isaiahh Loudermilk (97) and Leon Jacobs celebrate after a sack of Northwestern quarterback Clayton Thorson (18) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin traditionally wins games primarily because of its running game and defense. Now that Jonathan Taylor has moved on to the NFL, that would seem to put more pressure on the defense to carry the load as the Badgers’ offense adjusts to life without the two-time Doak Walker Award winner. The defense looks forward to that challenge. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
Wisconsin's veteran defense ready for bigger responsibility

By Steve Megargee Oct. 19, 2020 05:10 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 7, 2019, file photoWisconsin's Graham Mertz reacts to a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Central Michigan in Madison, Wis. Mertz is about to get his chance to show he’s worthy of all the acclaim that accompanied his arrival on campus last year. Now that foot surgery has sidelined returning starter Jack Coan indefinitely, Mertz is likely to open the season as the 16th-ranked Badgers’ first-team quarterback. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
No. 16 Badgers ready to contend again after offseason losses

By Steve Megargee Oct. 14, 2020 10:20 AM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 12, 2019, file photo, Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst gestures during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin will head into spring practice with plenty of questions as the Badgers attempt to replace their top playmakers from a team that reached the Rose Bowl last season. (AP Photo/Andy Manis, File)
Chryst stays patient as Badgers prepare for spring practice

By Steve Megargee Mar. 09, 2020 03:25 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 30, 2019, file photo, Wisconsin offensive lineman Tyler Biadasz (61) reacts during an NCAA college football game, in Tampa, Fla. Biadasz was selected to The Associated Press All-America team, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Mark Lomoglio, File)
Wisconsin All-America center Biadasz declares for NFL draft

Jan. 08, 2020 06:08 PM EST

Wisconsin wide receiver Quintez Cephus celebrates after scoring against Oregon during first half of the Rose Bowl NCAA college football game Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Wisconsin wide receiver Quintez Cephus to enter NFL draft

Jan. 06, 2020 12:01 PM EST

Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert celebrates after scoring against Wisconsin during first half of the Rose Bowl NCAA college football game Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
No. 7 Oregon beats No. 11 Wisconsin 28-27 in Rose Bowl

By The Associated Press Jan. 01, 2020 09:07 PM EST

Wisconsin wide receiver Aron Cruickshank runs for a touchdown against Oregon during first half of the Rose Bowl NCAA college football game Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, in Pasadena, Calif.(AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Herbert has 3 TD runs, Oregon beats Wisconsin in Rose Bowl

By Greg Beacham Jan. 01, 2020 08:54 PM EST

Wisconsin wide receiver Quintez Cephus (87) hands Paul Bunyan's Axe to teammate linebacker Zack Baun (56) after Wisconsin beat Minnesota 38-17 in an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Cephus’ faith, family guided him to breakout ’19 for Badgers

By Keith Jenkins Dec. 04, 2019 05:15 PM EST

Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autman-Bell (7) is tackled by Wisconsin cornerback Semar Melvin (20) during an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
Badgers take back Axe in snowy 38-17 win vs. Gophers

By Dave Campbell Nov. 30, 2019 07:18 PM EST

Auburn quarterback Bo Nix reacts after a penalty gave Auburn a first down and secured the win over Alabama during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, in Auburn, Ala. Auburn won 48-45. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Dobbins, Fields power No. 2 Ohio State past No. 10 Michigan

By The Associated Press Nov. 30, 2019 04:23 PM EST

Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst congratulates Logan Bruss after a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Purdue Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Taylor runs for 222 in No. 14 Badgers’ 45-24 win over Purdue

By Keith Jenkins Nov. 23, 2019 08:18 PM EST

Iowa's Nate Stanley throws during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019, in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin won 24-22. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Taylor's big day helps No. 16 Badgers edge No. 18 Iowa 24-22

By Keith Jenkins Nov. 09, 2019 08:23 PM EST

Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor celebrates a touchdown against Michigan State during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019, in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin won 38-0. (AP Photo/Andy Manis)
No. 8 Badgers post 4th shutout in 38-0 win over Spartans

By Keith Jenkins Oct. 12, 2019 07:43 PM EDT

Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor runs during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Central Michigan Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
No. 13 Wisconsin to host No. 11 Michigan in Big Ten clash

By The Associated Press Sep. 19, 2019 02:28 PM EDT

Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor runs during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Central Michigan Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Coan looks to lead balanced offense against No. 11 Michigan

By Tamira Madsen Sep. 16, 2019 07:43 PM EDT

Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor tries to leap over Central Michigan's Da'Quaun Jamison during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Cephus rejoices after scoring twice in No. 17 Wisconsin rout

By Keith Jenkins Sep. 07, 2019 07:26 PM EDT

Cincinnati defensive back Coby Bryant, right, interferes with Ohio State receiver Austin Mack trying to catch a pass during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Bryant was penalized on the play. Ohio State beat Cincinnati 42-0. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
No. 7 Michigan escapes with 24-21 2OT win over Army

By The Associated Press Sep. 07, 2019 05:19 PM EDT

Cephus sex assault accusers hire prominent attorney

Sep. 06, 2019 05:15 PM EDT
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Two women who accused Wisconsin receiver Quintez Cephus of sexual assault hired a prominent attorney to investigate university officials'...

FILE - In this Nov. 17, 2018, file photo, Wisconsin's Tyler Biadasz (61) gestures as he prepares to snap the ball to quarterback Jack Coan during the first half against Purdue in an NCAA college football game in West Lafayette, Ind. Returning starting center Biadasz, who underwent hip surgery during the offseason, will anchor the line after earning first-team All-Big Ten honors in 2018. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
No. 19 Wisconsin to start QB Jack Coan in season opener

By Tamira Madsen Aug. 25, 2019 04:47 PM EDT