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ESPN: Jones vs. Clay: Big Ten's best on display

As part of its preparation for each Big Ten game, Wisconsin coaches prod players to watch stars from the upcoming opponent.

When Michigan State week rolls around, it's an obvious choice.

"I actually encouraged our linebackers a year ago to watch Greg on film," Wisconsin coach Bret Bielema said, referring to Spartans star Greg Jones. "He plays 100 miles an hour."

Jones and his fellow MSU defenders also are spending the week watching an opposing star. Wisconsin running back John Clay is pretty hard to miss on the big screen.

"He knows that he's bigger than most of the people ...

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