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Former Wisconsin Badgers standout awarded massive extension

It took a couple years, but former Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Cole Van Lanen can finally cash a massive payday. Set to hit free agency following the season, the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed on a three-year, $51 million contract extension Friday to keep Van Lanen with the franchise, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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A closer look at new Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Kash Brock

MADISON, Wis. – Kash Brock didn't have much time to pick a new school, something the three-star wide receiver had become used to. Evaluating his options

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 2

Wisconsin Badgers top wide receiver earns spot at Senior Bowl despite down season

The quarterback position was a clear failure in 2025. Between injuries and substandard play, Wisconsin didn't have a single player hit 700 passing yards, and as a team, they ranked 130th of 134 FBS teams in passing yards per game.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 2

Ranking 4 most important conference games for Wisconsin Badgers NCAA Tournament hopes

The Wisconsin Badgers' NCAA Tournament resume coming into 2026 isn't strong enough to guarantee a spot in the big dance. ESPN's Joe Lunardi had Wisconsin 11 spots away from a March Madness berth as of Dec.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 2

Wisconsin Badgers star pass rusher earns invite to all-star showcase for NFL Draft

The Wisconsin Badgers' 2025 transfer class yielded mixed results. Their quarterbacks struggled when they weren't injured. Others stepped into larger roles than they were anticipated to fill when committing to Wisconsin and made a positive impact.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 2

Wisconsin Badgers makes top three for former Big 12 cornerback

MADISON, Wis. - In desperate need of help and depth in the secondary, the University of Wisconsin will host a former Big 12 cornerback Friday who has the Badgers among his top three schools.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 2

Wisconsin Badgers line up several visits with important transfer portal targets

MADISON, Wis. - The transfer portal is official open, and the University of Wisconsin has wasted no time in an effort to retool its roster. The Badgers will need to replace a 31-member senior class, some of which are included in the 18 known players who have declared their intention to enter their name in the transfer portal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 2

Wisconsin Badgers have zeroed in on top quarterback target in transfer portal

The Wisconsin Badgers have zeroed in on the transfer portal player they want as their next quarterback. Colton Joseph from Old Dominion will be visiting Madison for the opening weekend of the transfer window, his first and potentially only visit in the portal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 2

Top Wisconsin Badgers Transfer Portal target hints at big upcoming decision

The Wisconsin Badgers’ staff could receive excellent news regarding a current transfer portal visitor by the end of the weekend if things go right. Colton Joseph, a highly regarded transfer portal quarterback who previously started for Old Dominion, recently landed in Madison for his visit.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 2

Wisconsin Badgers will get first crack at recruiting explosive transfer portal WR with official visit

The Wisconsin Badgers are looking to make a strong first impression for transfer portal wide receiver Iverson Hooks. The UAB standout is one of the most explosive receivers in the portal, and Luke Fickell is getting the first chance to sell him on coming to Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 2

Six Badgers earn Team USA spots in 2026 Winter Olympics

MADISON, Wis. (UW Brand Communications) — Four current and two former Wisconsin women's hockey players earned spots on the Team USA Olympic roster for the 2026 Winter Games in Milano-Cortina, USA Hockey announced Friday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 1

Wisconsin Badgers land late commitment from 2026 wide receiver to replace transfer portal departures

When National Signing Day came in early December, the Wisconsin Badgers football program had 12 players put pen to paper. They now have 14 players in the class, signing safety Kah'ni Watts days after, and landing a commitment from former Iowa State pledge Kash Brock on New Year's Day.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 1

Wisconsin Badgers will have to revamp several positions to recreate 2025 defensive success

Wisconsin's pair of ranked wins late in the 2025 season were largely a result of a dominant defensive unit. While battling injuries, the Badgers fostered an impressive pass rush, stumped opposing run games and found a pair of studs at the linebacker spot.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / January 1

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Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 1

Departures of critical playmakers leave Wisconsin with plenty of holes to fill on offense

The transfer portal opens Friday, and Wisconsin has had its fair share of players who have already announced their intent to transfer. Many of those departures

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 31

Wisconsin Badgers could address hole at WR with another true freshman in 2026 class

The Wisconsin Badgers 2026 recruiting class was supposed to be settled after the early national signing day at the beginning of December. But after Luke Fickell saw a mass exodus of wide receivers departing his roster, he's looking to dip back into the high school recruiting world to help fill that void.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 31

Wisconsin Badgers were worse than other teams that turned to 3rd string quarterbacks this season

When Luke Fickell has been asked to defend the Wisconsin Badgers' 4-8 record this season, he often points to the injuries at the quarterback position as the biggest factor in the team's struggles.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 30

Biggest takeaways from Wisconsin Badgers' 80-60 win over Milwaukee

MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin really wanted to make its game with Milwaukee work. Once the Badgers found out the Big Ten would not be playing conference games between Christmas and New Years, Wisconsin gave the Panthers three dates - Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday - that would fit into its nonconference schedule.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 30

Wisconsin ends the nonconference with one of the Big Ten's longest active streaks

MADISON, Wis. - News and notes from Wisconsin's 80-60 victory over Milwaukee, improving the Badgers to 9-4 overall and finishing the nonconference portion of the schedule with an 8-3 record.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / December 30

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Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 30

2028 DL Hendrix Dawson secures Badgers’ scholarship after big season

Following a successful season on the field, a Wisconsin Badgers‘ scholarship has been handed down to an extremely worthy in-state recruit. Hendrix Dawson, a three-star defensive lineman from Wisconsin Dells, is currently the top-ranked 2028 class recruit in the state.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / December 29