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Why I love Greg Gard's Approach to Roster Building This Offseason

Why I love Greg Gard's Approach to Roster Building This Offseason

Wisconsin basketball's 2026-27 roster isn't quite complete — with 14 of 15 players in tow for next season, there's still one more spot open. Still, the next Badgers' team appears to be almost fully assembled, and most if not all of the key contributors are already in place.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 30

Three Players Wisconsin Coaches Raved About This Spring

The vast majority of Wisconsin football's coaching staff met with the media at various points throughout the Badgers' spring practice period, which wrapped up on Wednesday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 30
Wisconsin Beats Out SEC Competition for Disruptive 2027 Defensive Lineman

Wisconsin Beats Out SEC Competition for Disruptive 2027 Defensive Lineman

Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin coaching staff landed their first defensive line commitment in the 2027 class. Just days after missing out on Eli Thornton, the Badgers have secured a major piece for their defensive front from the East Coast.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 29
Where Each Wisconsin Basketball Returnee Must Improve for 2026-27

Where Each Wisconsin Basketball Returnee Must Improve for 2026-27

Wisconsin basketball officially announced its class of returning players for the 2026-27 season. With the two biggest names, Nolan Winter and Austin Rapp, already locked in for next season prior to the announcement, there were no big surprises.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 28
Wisconsin Football Misses On a Top DL Target; Where Do They Go From Here?

Wisconsin Football Misses On a Top DL Target; Where Do They Go From Here?

The 2027 recruiting class is off to a hot start, snagging 10 commitments and making it a top-20 class nationally before we've even reached the end of April.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 27

This Quarterback Is Steadily Climbing Up Wisconsin Football's Depth Chart

Going from high school football to college football is always an extreme jump in skill level, especially in the Big Ten. Most freshman, no matter how highly-touted they were, need time to develop before they're ready to contribute.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 27
Three Candidates for Wisconsin Basketball's Final Roster Spot

Three Candidates for Wisconsin Basketball's Final Roster Spot

With the addition of Australian forward Isaac Riddle in the 2026 recruiting cycle, the Badgers' 2026-27 roster is almost complete. Wisconsin now sits at 14 out of 15 players.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 27
Wisconsin Lands a Commitment From a Premium Athlete With Elite Speed

Wisconsin Lands a Commitment From a Premium Athlete With Elite Speed

The momentum for Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers’ 2027 recruiting class continues to surge. Just days after landing legacy quarterback Jack Sorgi, the Badgers have secured another high-upside athlete to anchor the back end of their defense.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 26
Wisconsin Could Nab Back-To-Back Blue-Chip QBs From Indiana

Wisconsin Could Nab Back-To-Back Blue-Chip QBs From Indiana

Wisconsin football landed one of the most crucial pieces to its 2027 recruiting class on Friday morning, securing the verbal commitment of four-star legacy quarterback Jack Sorgi.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 25
Top Wisconsin Football UDFA Candidates After the NFL Draft

Top Wisconsin Football UDFA Candidates After the NFL Draft

Wisconsin football is fresh off its worst showing at the NFL Draft in nearly 50 years. Without a single selection, the Badgers just had their lightest draft class since 1978, when they also had zero players taken.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 25
Here's Why Wisconsin Football Just Had Its Worst Draft Class in Almost 50 Years

Here's Why Wisconsin Football Just Had Its Worst Draft Class in Almost 50 Years

After the Badgers' dismal 4-8 season last fall, it was clear the repercussions of such a miserable campaign would be felt long after the final whistle of the regular season.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 25
This Is Why Robert Steeples Will Fix Wisconsin's Cornerback Room

This Is Why Robert Steeples Will Fix Wisconsin's Cornerback Room

It's no secret that Wisconsin's cornerback room needed some serious re-furbishing after last season. Whenever the Badgers played an elite passing game, they looked completely incapable of matching up defensively.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 24
Badgers Secondary Coach Paul Haynes Heaps Praise on Young CB: 'One of the best I've been around'

Badgers Secondary Coach Paul Haynes Heaps Praise on Young CB: 'One of the best I've been around'

Completely re-modeling its cornerback room, Wisconsin signed four corners out of the transfer portal this winter to add veteran experience and skill, and to solidify the top of the position group.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 24
Big Decision Looms For Top Wisconsin Football Recruiting Target

Big Decision Looms For Top Wisconsin Football Recruiting Target

Wisconsin football has been a big player in 2027 defensive line prospect Anitoni Tahi's recruitment. The Badgers recently cracked the top six for the coveted defensive lineman.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 24
Keeping It In the Family: 4-Star Legacy Quarterback Commits to Wisconsin

Keeping It In the Family: 4-Star Legacy Quarterback Commits to Wisconsin

The 2027 recruiting class for the Wisconsin football team has the potential to be the best during Luke Fickell's tenure. They have hit the in-state recruits hard, landing eight of the top 10 players, including four 4-star claiber recruits.

Luke Fickell News / ESPN / April 23

Fickell says back's 'against the wall' at Wisconsin

Following consecutive losing seasons, Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell knows his back is "against the wall" as he looks to turn the Badgers' fortunes around in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 23
Wisconsin basketball building a challenging nonconference schedule in 2026

Wisconsin basketball building a challenging nonconference schedule in 2026

MADISON, Wis. - At the same time the University of Wisconsin continues to build out its 2026-27 roster, the Badgers are starting to nail down their marquee nonconference games.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 21
Duke scores biggest 2026 transfer portal win

Duke scores biggest 2026 transfer portal win with John Blackwell news

Duke Blue Devils head coach Jon Scheyer won't be running short on backcourt playmakers next season.

Cayden Boozer returning to Duke for sophomore season
Patrick Ngongba II returning to Duke for junior season
Mark Pope might be under even more pressure with Billy Donovan's decision
Steven Pearl, Auburn land intriguing sharpshooter via transfer portal
Georgia Tech lands All-Mountain West transfer Colby Garland
Wisconsin Badgers News / Daily Faceoff / April 10
Denver, Wisconsin advance to 2026 NCAA Men’s Frozen Four final

Denver, Wisconsin advance to 2026 NCAA Men’s Frozen Four final

We are down to two. After a couple of thrilling and rather unpredictable games on Thursday, the … and the Wisconsin Badgers clinched spots in the 2026 NCAA Men’s D-I Hockey National Championship Game.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Yardbarker / April 1
Wisconsin lands two huge in-state OL commits from Hunter, Reece Mallinger

Wisconsin lands two huge in-state OL commits from Hunter, Reece Mallinger

The Wisconsin Badgers have always been known for having big, elite offensive lines, and they're undoubtedly looking to continue that tradition in the Luke Fickell era.

Oklahoma loses No. 1 RB recruit with Texas looming large
Notre Dame lands four-star RB Isaiah Rogers over Georgia, Indiana and Penn State
Likely No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza evaluates his Indiana pro day
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