AI-assisted summary

Danny O'Neil's initial stats appeared better than Billy Edwards', but advanced analytics show O'Neil attempted shorter, higher-percentage passes.

Compared to former backup Braedyn Locke's relief appearances, O'Neil had a better completion percentage on short passes, but struggled with some of his deeper throws.

Despite some turnover-worthy plays, Luke Fickell praised O'Neil's confidence and composure on the field.

MADISON — Danny O’Neil, of course, tried to prepare for Wisconsin’s season opener against Miami (Ohio) as if he was going to play. But Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell said afterward that the starter, Billy Edwards Jr., “probably took 85% of the snaps the last six, seven days.”

“I wasn’t expecting to get any reps tonight,” O’Neil said after the Aug. 28 w

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