North Carolina State quarterback Russell Wilson (16) fights off the tackle attempt of Clemson defensive tackle Rennie Moore during the second half of a game in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009. (AP Photo/Jim R. Bounds)
Updated: Monday, 27 Jun 2011, 8:47 PM CDT
Published : Monday, 27 Jun 2011, 12:14 PM CDT
MILWAUKEE (AP) - Former North Carolina State quarterback Russell Wilson has committed to playing football at Wisconsin this season.
Badgers coach Bret Bielema says the two-sport star will compete for the starting job.
“Russell will come in and compete for the starting quarterback position,” Bielema said. “This is an unusual situation, especially for a program that prides itself on developing players throughout their careers, as we do here at Wisconsin. However, this is a special situation and Russell is the type of player and person that fits very well with our team.”
Wilson was drafted by the Colorado Rockies last year and hit .228 with three home runs and 15 RBIs as a second baseman for their Single-A affiliate in Asheville.
His long-standing desire to play both sports ultimately led to his early departure from N.C. State. Coach Tom O'Brien released the all-Atlantic Coast Conference quarterback two months ago largely because his baseball commitments kept him from taking part in offseason workouts.
He also visited Auburn before settling on Wisconsin.
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