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Later this week, Wisconsin fans will have their first opportunity to see Colton Joseph in action for the Badgers. It was an up-and-down fall camp for the Old Dominion transfer, but if he can stay healthy — knock on wood — he’s by far the most talented quarterback Luke Fickell has had in the last three years, and maybe his entire Wisconsin tenure.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 1

Luke Fickell Lays out Expectations for Colton Joseph, Badgers' Offense vs. Notre Dame

Coming off its worst season since 1990, Wisconsin football would've preferred to ease into the absolutely critical 2026 campaign. “You would love, obviously, to have a preseason game.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / September 1

Wisconsin Badgers Football: 3 Keys to Eight Wins in 2026

One year ago, I laid out three keys for the Badgers to win eight games in 2025: rebuild the running game, improve on money downs and win the middle eight.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 1

What Wisconsin Football Not Releasing a Depth Chart Against Notre Dame Really Means

Since my very first year covering Wisconsin football — which, admittedly, isn't nearly as long ago as some of the veteran, talented writers on this beat — the Badgers have always released a depth chart in Week 1.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 1

Top Five Opposing Defensive Backs Wisconsin Will Face in 2026

Less than a week before Wisconsin kicks off its 2026 campaign at Lambeau Field, Badgers On SI is finishing its rankings of the top players at each position among the Badgers’ 12 regular-season opponents.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 31

Luke Fickell Provides Update on the Statuses of Kevin Heywood, Emerson Mandell

Game week is officially upon us, and in less than one week’s time, Wisconsin is going to spot the ball and go play football. For a program that desperately needs to put 2026 in the rearview mirror, there is no grander opportunity than the one that sits in front of it on Sunday night.

Luke Fickell News / ESPN / August 31

Fickell: Badgers won't shy away from ND's Moore

Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell said his team won't avoid throwing at Notre Dame star cornerback Leonard Moore.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 30

Wisconsin Football Draws Familiar Bowl in The Athletic's Postseason Projections

While the Badgers are still flying pretty heavily under the radar ahead of the 2026 season, national analysts do seem to believe Wisconsin is trending in the right direction as head coach Luke Fickell faces what's likely his last chance in Madison.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 30

The Best Player at Every Position on Wisconsin Football's Defense Ahead of 2026

Notre Dame prep is in full swing as the Badgers look to kick off their season with a bang, taking on the No. 4 team in the nation in a week's time. As

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 30

The Best Player at Every Position on Wisconsin Football's Offense Ahead of 2026

Wisconsin football is practically here. Game week is essentially upon us. The Badgers open their critical 2026 campaign at Lambeau Field in Green Bay against the No.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 30

Top Five Opposing Linebackers Wisconsin Will Face in 2026

With Week 1 fast approaching, Badgers On SI continues to evaluate the top players at each position among Wisconsin’s 12 regular-season opponents. After breaking down the top pass rushers the Badgers will face, it’s time to shift to the second level.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 28

Badgers Draw Sneaky College Football Playoff Love From National Analyst

Wisconsin and the College Football Playoff aren't two entities that are typically found in the same sentence. Over the past three seasons, the onset of the Luke Fickell era in Madison, the Badgers haven't even sniffed late season College Football Playoff hype, let alone an appearance in the tournament.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 27

Predicting Every Game on Wisconsin Football's 2026 Schedule

I think I have a pretty good idea of how many games the Badgers are going to win this fall. Pouring over my notes, media availabilities and the practices I've seen live — coupled with a firm grasp of the schedule — there's a number in my head I keep coming back to.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 27

Before Final Year in Madison, Chris Brooks Jr Relishes Teammates who are 'Ready for the Fight'

Wisconsin's fifth-year senior wideout Chris Brooks Jr has seen quite a bit during his time in Madison. The St. Louis, Missouri native's first season at Wisconsin was the fateful 2022 campaign, the year head coach Paul Chryst got fired after a home blowout loss to Illinois in October.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Viral Sports News / August 27

Former Wisconsin Badgers WR Gets Terminated by NFL Team

Another former Wisconsin Badgers receiver is looking for a new NFL home. The Arizona Cardinals have waived wide receiver Bryson Green as they began cutting the roster toward the regular-season deadline.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 27

Luke Fickell Could be Faced With a Crucial Decision Before Wisconsin Football's Season Even Begins

For all of the legitimate optimism swirling around Wisconsin football, there's also some legitimate concern that's boiling over after fall camp. That concern can be localized to a specific area: the right side of the Badgers' offensive line.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 27

3 Former Wisconsin Badgers to Keep an Eye on in Week 0

After another seemingly endless offseason, college football is finally upon us. In just two days, we'll have real games to watch, evaluate and overreact to.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 26

Potentially Down 2 Starters, Badgers may Need Eric Mateos to Work his Magic Immediately

One of Wisconsin football's biggest reasons for optimism ahead of the critical 2026 campaign is new leadership at the top of the offensive line room in coach Eric Mateos.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / August 26

Badgers' Star Incoming International Freshman Dominates in Summer FIBA Play

Wisconsin basketball may be forced to rely on some youngsters off the bench in its backcourt for the 2026-27 campaign. For many programs across the country, that could be cause for concern.

Mason Reiger News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Former Wisconsin Badgers Standout Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Mason Reiger’s Wisconsin chapter was brief, productive, and typical of the program’s recent NFL pipeline: one year in Madison, real production on the edge, then a long shot in the league.

Jack Pugh News / Viral Sports News / August 21

Former Wisconsin Tight End’s Cause of Death Revealed at 24

A coroner’s report has concluded that the death of former Wisconsin tight end Jack Pugh stemmed from acute bronchopneumonia, one type of pneumonia. Pugh was 24 years old when he died on March 30.

Joe Pavelski News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 20

Joe Pavelski Joins Wisconsin Badgers Staff

Former player Joe Pavelski has found a new gig for the 2026-27 season, but it won’t be in the NHL. According to an announcement from the program, the University of Wisconsin has hired Pavelski as Director of Player Development.

Jack Pugh News / Total Pro Sports / August 19

Cause Of Death Revealed For Wisconsin Tight End Who Tragically Passed Away At 24

The cause of death for former Wisconsin football player Jack Pugh has been officially released four months after his sudden passing. Pugh died on March 30 at just 24 years old, according to a report from the Franklin County Coroner’s Office obtained by People.

Jack Pugh News / The Spun / August 18

Cause Of Death Announced For 24-Year-Old College Football Player Jack Pugh

Back in March, the Wisconsin football program was rocked by the passing of former tight end Jack Pugh, who had left the sport in 2023. It's taken some time, but the cause of death has now been confirmed.