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A former top target of Wisconsin Badgers has entered the transfer portal

A former top target of Wisconsin Badgers has entered the transfer portal

MADISON, Wis. - With a passing offense that was among the worst in college football last season, there's no hiding the fact that the University of Wisconsin is looking for massive upgrades.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 9
Wisconsin Badgers running back enters transfer portal after dropping down depth chart

Wisconsin Badgers running back enters transfer portal after dropping down depth chart

The Wisconsin Badgers have had a logjam at running back over the past two seasons. Veterans like Chez Mellusi and Tawee Walker, along with a trio of talented recruits from the 2024 class, left little room for redshirt junior tailback Cade Yacamelli to shine.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 9
Wisconsin Badgers host San Diego days after huge upset win over #20 Michigan State

Wisconsin Badgers host San Diego days after huge upset win over #20 Michigan State

The Wisconsin Badgers have recorded the first significant win of the Robin Pingeton era against a ranked Michigan State Spartans to open Big Ten play. During a difficult challenge, Wisconsin took on a strong #20 Michigan State team that has historically dominated the Badgers.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 8
Wisconsin Badgers late-season hero named to On3 All-American team for true freshmen

Wisconsin Badgers late-season hero named to On3 All-American team for true freshmen

One of the surprise stars of the Wisconsin Badgers this year is getting much-deserved national recognition for his breakout season that could easily fly under the radar on a 4-8 team.

John Blackwell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 8
Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell's torrid scoring stretch netted him a career first

Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell's torrid scoring stretch netted him a career first

MADISON, Wis. - John Blackwell's torrid scoring stretch has netted him a career first. Scoring 20 points in three straight games, including scoring 30 points in Saturday's victory over in-state foe Marquette, the University of Wisconsin's junior guard was named the Big Ten Player of the Week on Monday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 8
Wisconsin Badgers fans are lusting over the wrong quarterback in the transfer portal

Wisconsin Badgers fans are lusting over the wrong quarterback in the transfer portal

Wisconsin Badgers fans have identified Old Dominion's Colton Joseph as their favorite quarterback in the transfer portal, but a better option became available on Monday that Luke Fickell's staff should focus on instead.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 8
Wisconsin Badgers see a jump in their computer rankings before big road test

Wisconsin Badgers see a jump in their computer rankings before big road test

MADISON, Wis. - Two dominant victories have helped Wisconsin start to boost its sagging computer numbers Winning a pair of games last week over power-conference schools by a combined 32 points, the Badgers sit at No.55 in Monday's NCAA NET rankings, a jump of 14 spots compared to last week's initial rankings.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 8
Wisconsin Badgers would have reached bowl game if they beat Minnesota, thanks to dropouts

Wisconsin Badgers would have reached bowl game if they beat Minnesota, thanks to dropouts

The Badgers always have more than enough at stake when they play Minnesota, but it turns out this year's matchup also could have sent Wisconsin back to a bowl game with a win.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 7
Wisconsin Badgers smaller 2026 recruiting class will mean bigger transfer portal push

Wisconsin Badgers smaller 2026 recruiting class will mean bigger transfer portal push

Luke Fickell made it clear: The 2026 Wisconsin Badgers are going to be built through the transfer portal. The team will still develop its younger players, and they'll hold onto as many returning starters as they can.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 7
Wisconsin Badgers position battle cleared up by starter entering transfer portal

Wisconsin Badgers position battle cleared up by starter entering transfer portal

The Wisconsin Badgers were set to have another position battle up for grabs this offseason, but the returning starter from 2025 decided to enter the transfer portal, making Luke Fickell's decision easy.

NHL News / Big Ten Network / December 7
John Blackwell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 6
John Blackwell honored for hitting massive milestone with Wisconsin Badgers

John Blackwell honored for hitting massive milestone with Wisconsin Badgers

MADISON, Wis. -- Before Wisconsin tipped off the 132nd iteration of the I-94 Rivalry on Saturday, the Badgers honored junior guard John Blackwell in front of a sold out Kohl Center crowd.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / December 6
Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 6
Wisconsin Badgers linked to impressive international recruit for 2026 class

Wisconsin Badgers linked to impressive international recruit for 2026 class

Greg Gard has mentioned the possibility of adding a third player to Wisconsin's 2026 freshman class, a player who'd join New Zealand guard Jackson Ball and Milwaukee guard La'Trevion Fenderson.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 6
Coaches Corner: The impact of Badgers’ 2026 OL signee Brady Bekkenhuis

Coaches Corner: The impact of Badgers’ 2026 OL signee Brady Bekkenhuis

Recently the Wisconsin Badgers’ staff surprised fans with the flip and eventual signing of high three-star 2026 offensive lineman Brady Bekkenhuis. Since doing so, plenty has occurred with the 2026 class but the legend and value of Bekkenhuis has only grown.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 6
How Luke Fickell sold recruits on coming to Wisconsin Badgers after rough 2025 season

How Luke Fickell sold recruits on coming to Wisconsin Badgers after rough 2025 season

Recruiting in modern college football is largely about money, but Luke Fickell still had to sell his incoming class of freshmen that the Wisconsin Badgers are heading in the right direction after a 4-8 season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 4
Wisconsin Badgers add athletic 2026 Safety Kah’ni Watts

Wisconsin Badgers add athletic 2026 Safety Kah’ni Watts

A day after losing a top commitment, the Wisconsin Badgers’ staff have completed the flip of a former Houston Cougars commitment. National Signing Day was originally not supposed to bring any fireworks to Madison as the class appeared to be set in stone.

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