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Wisconsin TE gets granted sixth year of eligibility
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On Friday morning, Wisconsin football got good news.
Zander Neuville, a tight end for the Badgers, was granted a sixth year of eligibility.
A familiar face is a new addition to the fall camp roster.
After being granted a sixth season of eligibility, Zander Neuville is back with the Badgers.#OnWisconsin pic.twitter.com/UdjCYGcgP2
— Brian Mason (@Brian_Mason) August 9, 2019
Neuville played in just three games last season because of a left leg injury that made him miss the final 10 games of the season. From a statistical standpoint, Neuville may not put up hypothetical fantasy numbers.
In 2017, he recorded nine catches for 81 yards and 2 TDs. But in order for Wisconsin to do what it wants to do, Neuville has to be on the field.
This isn’t the first time Neuville has had to overcome a devastating injury. Back in 2017, he suffered a torn ACL in the team’s final regular season game against Minnesota.
Neuville has to stay healthy of course going forward for the Badgers, but adding a key contributor’s name at tight end will only make things easier for whoever ends up starting at QB (junior Jack Coan or freshman Graham Mertz).
Kevin covers Big Ten football for Saturday Tradition.