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Wisconsin Badgers have a lot to figure out at running back after injury-riddled season

The Wisconsin Badgers entered the 2025 season trying to sort out all the upside they had in a young backfield They finished the 2025 season still trying to figure out what the future of the running back position is going to look like.

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Wisconsin Badgers injuries don't excuse coaching missteps from Luke Fickell in bad 2025 season

The Wisconsin Badgers dealt with major injuries all season long that made life a lot more difficult for Luke Fickell and his coaching staff each week. It's clear that they were a major factor in the team's 4-8 record this season, but they don't excuse or explain away everything that went wrong for the team this season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 14

Wisconsin Badgers quarterbacks reached new levels of disappointment in rough 2025 season

The Wisconsin Badgers don't have a high bar for quarterback play, historically, but somehow this year's passers still found a way to collectively disappoint.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 13

Wisconsin Badgers defense has underrated problem Luke Fickell must address in transfer portal

The Wisconsin Badgers will have plenty of roster holes to fill in the transfer portal, but Luke Fickell's defense has one big need in particular that flew under the radar all season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 13

New Badgers OL coach bringing back old-school mentality Wisconsin fans will love

New Wisconsin Badgers offensive line coach Eric Mateos is going to fit right in. He knows exactly what Wisconsin fans want to see and hear, and he quickly endeared himself to the fanbase upon formally being hired for the job.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 13

Wisconsin Badgers offer transfer portal wide receiver coming off of 1,000-yard season

The Wisconsin Badgers had good luck with adding a small-school play-maker in the transfer portal last offseason in tight end Lance Mason. Luke Fickell is looking to replicate that success this winter with another productive weapon looking to make the jump up in competition.

College Football News / WI Sports Heroics / December 13

Wisconsin Badgers in contact with impressive 44 TD West Florida QB-WR duo

The Wisconsin Badgers appear to be in the market for a successful duo of offensive players set to depart West Florida, a notable Division II program. Wisconsin has been in contact with West Florida transfer duo Marcus Stokes and Corey Scott.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 13

Wisconsin Badgers volleyball face difficult #1 Texas challenge during NCAA Quarterfinals

The Wisconsin Badgers secured a thrilling 3-1 win over #2 Stanford to advance to the NCAA Volleyball Championship Quarterfinals. Wisconsin has been one of the top teams in the country all year with a record of 27-4 and no matches lost to non-ranked teams.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 12

Wisconsin Badgers linebacker graded as best freshman defensive player in college football

Mason Posa's first season with the Wisconsin Badgers was special by just about every measurement. We're only just beginning to appreciate how special it was for a true freshman to play as well as he did in the middle of the defense.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 12

Mason Posa is trying to help recruit top transfer portal QB to Wisconsin Badgers

The Wisconsin Badgers aren't technically allowed to contact any players in the transfer portal until it officially opens in January, but that hasn't stopped linebacker Mason Posa from starting to recruit one of the best available quarterbacks.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 12

Wisconsin Badgers reached out to productive but controversial QB in transfer portal

The Wisconsin Badgers are going to be connected to most big-name quarterbacks that enter the transfer portal this winter. But they're getting a head start with the top name coming out of Division-II who is getting plenty of Power 5 interest.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 12

5 players Wisconsin Badgers must prevent from entering transfer portal this winter

After the Badgers failed to reach bowl eligibility for a second consecutive season, it looks as though Luke Fickell will be coaching for his job in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 11

Wisconsin Badgers lineman will enter transfer portal and play for 7th college season

Wisconsin Badgers fans assumed center Jake Renfro's college career was over after he finished up his sixth year in 2025, all with Luke Fickell. And while it turns out his Badgers career is over, he's not done playing college football.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 11

Wisconsin Badgers will soon get definitive answer from top in-state recruit for 2027

The Wisconsin Badgers are recruiting the No. 1 in-state prospect for the class of 2027, and he's eager to make a decision on his college future. Four-star tight end Korz Loken from Iola-Scandinavia High School told Rivals that he's planning on committing to a school on January 10.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 11

Former Wisconsin Badgers star T.J. Watt hospitalized with lung problem

One of the Wisconsin Badgers' biggest NFL stars is dealing with a scary health concern late in the season. Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt was taken to the hospital on Wednesday for a medical evaluation of his lung.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / December 11

Wisconsin Badgers at risk of falling behind for elite QB in 2027 recruiting class

The Wisconsin Badgers were an early favorite for one of the top quarterbacks in the 2027 recruiting class, but more schools are entering the mix, leaving Luke Fickell's staff at a high risk of falling behind.

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Trech Kekahuna News / WI Sports Heroics / December 10

Talented Badgers’ WR Trech Kekahuna set to enter the transfer portal following 4-8 season

Another Wisconsin Badgers’ player is set to enter the transfer portal as Trech Kekahuna joins fellow recent entry Tackett Curtis for the second time. Kekahuna is a former three-star wide receiver who has spent the last three seasons with Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / December 10

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Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 6

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.