Last week, Wisconsin senior linebacker Vince Biegel underwent surgery for his fractured foot. According to UWBadgers.com, Biegel's recovery is "ahead of schedule."

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"The surgery went awesome," Biegel told Mike Lucas. "My swelling is almost completely gone. I was able to get off pain meds in a couple of days. My mobility is almost back in the foot. Monday morning, I was able to put a little bit of weight bearing on my foot. Things are ahead of schedule."

Biegel was reportedly given a 2-4 week timetable following surgery, meaning -- best case scenario -- he could be back in time for the Oct. 15 showdown with No. 2 Ohio State.

A three-year starter, Biegel is Wisconsin's most experienced player with 46 games under his belt, including 32 starts. He has started 29 consecutive games for the Badgers.

Through four games in 2016, Biegel recorded nine tackles, 1.0 sacks, 2.0 tackles for loss, and two quarterback hurries.

Junior Garret Dooley filled in for Biegel in last Saturday's loss at Michigan. He finished with seven tackles and a sack.