Shortly after holding the last open practice of his 16th and final pre-season camp as University of Wisconsin football coach, Barry Alvarez pronounced the 17-day session a success, with at least one qualifier:
The decision to hold all practices on campus was embraced overwhelming by the players and coaches; UW’s defense is as well prepared as it can be at this point for the dynamic and diverse offense Bowling Green will bring to Camp Randall Stadium next Saturday; and several freshmen, led by defensive end Matt Shaughnessy, should contribute this season.
However, Alvarez still wonders how some of the young players and / or first-year starters will respond under pressure in the opener.