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EA Sports College Football 26: Every player rating for Wisconsin Badgers on defense

EA Sports started granting early access to its new College Football 26 video game on Monday, giving Wisconsin Badgers fans the first look at how the team's players are rated.

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Elite 2027 Wisconsin Football Wide Receiver Target Hints at Incoming Top-10 List

Arguably the top 2027 recruiting target for the Wisconsin football staff has been vocal recently about potentially starting to cut down on schools. Monshun Sales is a blazing fast 2027 four-star receiver who currently holds the 11th overall ranking within the class.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 7

Badgers commit stars as New Zealand falls short in FIBA U19 bronze medal game

One of Wisconsin’s 2025 commits stole the show at the FIBA U19 World Cup this week. Wisconsin Badgers commit Hayden Jones has been making a lot of waves this week, starring in the FIBA U19 World Cup for the New Zealand team.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 7

Wisconsin Football Staff Considering Pivoting Back to Big Committed 2026 DL Target

After missing out on multiple defensive line targets in the 2026 cycle, the Wisconsin football staff could consider trying to flip a familiar face. Defensive line has become a major need for the Wisconsin Badgers as a lack of production from the line has led to defensive issues the past few seasons.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 7

Every Wisconsin Badgers' offensive player ratings in new EA Sports College Football 26 video game

Wisconsin Badgers fans can get early access to EA Sports College Football 26 video game starting Monday, giving everyone the first look at how the team's players are rated.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 7

Where does Wisconsin’s projected win totals stand ahead of the 2025 season?

The Badgers have one of the tougher schedules in the country in 2025. The Wisconsin Badgers will have a very different team when they take the field on August 28th against Miami (OH), as they infused their roster with transfers to become more experienced on both sides of the ball.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 7

Where does Wisconsin’s 2017 team compare all-time in Badgers history?

The Badgers had one of their strongest seasons in recent memory in 2017. The Wisconsin Badgers have had quite a program history, including a 22-year bowl streak, several Rose Bowl and New Year’s Six appearances, and a haul of talented NFL players.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 7

What are Wisconsin’s odds of winning the Big Ten Championship in 2025?

The Badgers have another deep team that should compete in the Big Ten in 2025. The Wisconsin Badgers underwent a roster overhaul this offseason, replacing their six seniors and other transfers with nine newcomers.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 6

Inside How a Veteran Wisconsin Football OL Can Lead the Offense During the 2025-26 Season

The Wisconsin football program is inching towards the start of one of the toughest seasons in recent history which could also be a pivotal year. The Badgers previously finished last season without bowl eligibility in hand, snapping a two decade long streak that had become tradition for the program.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 6

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: A Small, Yet Strong Class Could Round Out 2026 Cycle

The Wisconsin football staff has begun to slow down and step away from the 2026 recruiting class after landing multiple top targets in the class. Previously, the Wisconsin staff managed to secure commitments from three-stars Zachary Taylor and Zion Legree in a short period of time.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 6

Impact Badgers: Key to Wisconsin Basketball Success Could Be 6-foot-3 Transfer

The Wisconsin basketball team will have plenty of new faces this upcoming season alongside a few key familiar ones, but one transfer could standout. Nick Boyd, a former FAU and San Diego State standout guard, transferred to Wisconsin during a whirlwind of a portal period.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 6

Impressive 2027 Wisconsin Football In-State Target Hints at First Program List

A top in-state recruit the Wisconsin football staff has kept a close eye on recently posted a potential hint in regards to cutting down schools. Korz Loken, the current top ranked 2027 recruit in Wisconsin, is a four-star tight end with explosive athleticism and a huge frame.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 6

How did Badgers rookies fare in their Summer League debut?

The Badgers have a few former players partaking in the NBA Summer League this year. The NBA Summer League has kicked off, with action beginning on Saturday with the Utah and California Classic.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 6

Badgers top commits to take on Slovenia in 3rd place game at FIBA U19 World Cup on Sunday

Wisconsin has two commits playing in a major international game on Sunday. The Wisconsin Badgers are beginning summer workouts, as they look ahead to the 2025 season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 6

How did Badgers commits in 2025 and 2026 classes fare vs. Team USA in FIBA U19 World Cup?

The Badgers have multiple commits playing in the FIBA U19 World Cup this week. The Wisconsin Badgers have hit the international recruiting trail hard over the last few classes, landing commitments from multiple New Zealand players in the 2025 and 2026 cycles.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 5

Wisconsin Basketball: New Zealand Badgers Duo Battles Against Strong FIBA U19 Competition

Two Wisconsin basketball recruits have been performing well during the FIBA U19 World Cup in Switzerland despite an adverse result. New Zealanders Hayden Jones and Jackson Ball have been a core part of the Kiwis run to the semi-finals of the World Cup.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 5

2026 Four-Star Wisconsin Football Target Posts Potential Clue Ahead of Big Announcement

With the 2026 recruiting cycle wrapping up for the Wisconsin football staff, the Badgers are hoping to secure a commitment from a top target. Jowell Combay, a four-star safety in the 2026 class from Georgia, attends Kell High School and has quickly become a major recruiting piece for Wisconsin within the class.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 5

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Which Strong 2026 Target Could Join the Class?

With just weeks left before many recruits return focus to on-field activities, the Wisconsin football staff is waiting on decisions from multiple recruits.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 5

Wisconsin Badgers almost had 2nd best TE in EA Sports College Football 26 video game

For a few months, the Wisconsin Badgers had the player who is the second-highest rated tight end in the upcoming College Football 26 video game. What could have been.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 5

Wisconsin Badgers face uphill battle in Phil Steele's preseason Big Ten football rankings

The surest sign that the college football season is right around the corner is when Phil Steele's annual College Football Preview magazine comes out. The annual tradition sets preseason expectations for the upcoming year using a variety of power ranking methods based on last year's results, strength of schedule and his own plus/minus ratings.