Let’s go 1a and 1b. First, Quintez Cephus’ 61-yard reception in the third quarter. Northwestern sells out on a 3rd-and-3, which leaves the sophomore wide receiver open deep down the field for a substantial gain down to the Northwestern 11-yard line. Jonathan Taylor then found the opening he needed off the edge for an 11-yard touchdown run to give Wisconsin a lead it would not relinquish.
Cephus ended the day with four receptions for 99 yards, and his presence in the passing game showcases a young nucleus of promising receivers in him, A.