Striker could be the Big 12’s best pass rusher, Alexander has the potential to be one of the Big 12’s best before his career is over, Evans could take a major step forward as a sophomore and Bond impressed as a junior college transfer this spring. At tight end, the Badgers have two guys who have patiently waited their turn behind guys like Jacob Pedersen and Brian Wozniak, both of whom earned training camp invites with the Atlanta Falcons, and now look ready to contribute in a big way. The sophomore looked like a future star against the Crimson Tide while leading the Sooners to a 45-31 upset win. Konrad Zagzebski saw a few snaps last season, but more than the lion's share of playing time went to the three aforementioned departed seniors. Speaking of quarterback, I had penciled incumbent Joel Stave in as the starting quarterback; however, Friday, Jeff Potrykus of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported sources tell him Tanner McEvoy will be the starter against LSU. Landisch is one of the three most important players on the Badgers' defense and would expose some serious depth issues at inside linebacker. G: Dionte Savage (Sr.), Nila Kasitati (Jr.), Tony Feo (Sr.), Adam Shead (Sr.), Tyler Evans (Sr.), T: Tyrus Thompson (Sr.), Daryl Williams (Sr.), Josiah St. John (Sr.). Spring depth chart analysis: Oklahoma ... OU's Keith Ford will likely be the starting tailback in 2014. The last time the Wisconsin football team stepped onto the field, the Badgers got shellacked by South Carolina in the Capital One Bowl on New Year's Day. If Shannon returns to good standing after missing part of spring due to personal issues, this is a good, experienced group. Starting at nose guard, filling in for the massive Beau Allen—a draft pick by the Philadelphia Eagles—is Konrad Zagzebski, a move which surprised some. By Travis Miller @JustTMill Sep 22, 2014, 2:01pm EDT Share this story Ramesh was excellent in the spring game and has carried that momentum into a strong fall and should see his hard work pay off. Brother of the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year, J.J. Watt, Derek has cemented himself as an able pass-catcher and an excellent lead blocker. The 6-foot-3, 230-pound sophomore had started every game this season for the Hawkeyes, making 34 tackles and a sack. Jewell has shown promise, but the entire unit must do a better job of tackling. Overall, the coaching staff is particularly strong on the defensive side of the ball, with Andersen holding a background in defense, while defensive coordinator Dave Aranda has smoothed the transition from Chris Ash seamlessly, despite implementing a new defensive scheme. If not, OU could flounder below expectations and look back upon the 2014 season as a missed opportunity. They split time during a 38-31 loss two weeks ago at Maryland and have combined for a 38.5 yard average with 15 of 40 punts being downed inside the 20-yard line. 1 receiver. ), Daniel Brooks (So.). and "how will the Badgers implement a mobile quarterback?" McEvoy brings something to the table Stave doesn't: mobility. On the defensive side of the ball, one could look at Obasih or Biegel as the primary pass-rushers or Figaro as he is the freshman center fielder for the Badgers. Redshirt freshman Keyante Green cracks the depth chart to start the week.