Five stars from Notre Dame's 41-13 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers

Notre Dame's powerful second half play led to an impressive 41-13 victory over the Wisconsin Badgers at Lambeau Field on Sunday night. The Fighting Irish appeared shaky early on, but quickly found their rhythm.

Aneyas Williams stepped up as a reliable backup/third-down back, filling in for injured Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price. Though he struggled in the first half with only 18 yards, Williams rose to the occasion in the second half, scoring two touchdowns and gaining 90 yards on 20 carries, establishing himself as the primary running back for the future.

DJ McKinney contributed early with a pick-six, sparking a sluggish Irish team. His two catches in the second half were crucial, bolstering Notre Dame's lead against the tenacious Badgers.

Nolan James, primarily a running back, made a significant impact with four catches for 67 yards and a touchdown. A standout 28-yard catch showcased his ability to make plays when it mattered most.

Defensively, Notre Dame's performance was mixed. While they allowed a few crucial plays early on, they tightened up in the second half, forcing a crucial pick-six and holding Wisconsin to just 13 points.

Wide receiver Jordan Faison provided a solid performance, contributing four catches for 81 yards, including a 30-yard weaving catch-and-run that set up a field goal. Faison's reliability is key to Notre Dame's offense.