We asked Wisconsin State Journal beat writer Jason Galloway his thoughts on the Badgers going into today's Illinois-Wisconsin game at Memorial Stadium.
What are the locals saying about the Badgers in the College Football Playoffs. Is there a lot of talk?
It's the main topic of discussion among Wisconsin fans, which makes sense for a team currently ranked No. 5 in the country. From the start, the Badgers knew this could be a special season. They returned 15 starters, had a much easier schedule than last year and now have a couple offensive skill players — running back Jonathan Taylor and wide receiver Quintez Cephus — enjoying breakout seasons.