Graham Mertz, Wisconsin Aiming to Rise from Big Ten Threat to Playoff Contender | Bleacher Report

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While the coronavirus pandemic led the Big Ten to adjust its 2020 schedule, the delayed start hasn’t stopped preseason expectations from coming to fruition. Once again, Wisconsin is the prime challenger to league favorite Ohio State.

However, the route to this familiar spot required a three-week detour. Wisconsin has only played two games because of a coronavirus outbreak within the program. The…