Badger had a team-high nine tackles, three TFLs, and two sacks to help lead Hillsdale's defense to a 29-9 win against Lake Erie. One of Badger’s two sacks was recorded in the end zone for a safety, which was one of two safeties that the Chargers recorded in the game. Badger now ranks seventh all-time in Hillsdale history in career sacks (23) and TFLs (35.5).