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Season review: Wisconsin exceeds expectations to win Big Ten West

Before the 2016 season began, the biggest question about Wisconsin centered around a seemingly brutal stretch of games for the Badgers. But in hindsight, the real question should have been about the opposition having to play Wisconsin.

Predictions that forecasted a 7-5 rebuilding type of season didn't account for Wisconsin's talent and overall depth. It underestimated the Badgers' improved offensive line, led by All-American left tackle Ryan Ramczyk, and an excellent secondary. In the end, Wisconsin won the Big Ten West before losing 38-31 to Penn State in the Big Ten championship game. Wisconsin (10-3) was ranked No.