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Luke Fickell wants Wisconsin football fans to give 'best effort'

Despite Wisconsin Badgers fans inside Camp Randall Stadium seemingly turning against him, Wisconsin football head coach Luke Fickell shared his message to the UW faithful in a press conference on Monday.

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Preview: Top-20 matchup of Wisconsin Badgers hockey & Minnesota State

Wisconsin Badgers fans may have gotten a sneak peek at this season's team during a 6-0 exhibition victory inside the Kohl Center last week, but the Wisconsin men's hockey team kicks things into full gear in Madison this weekend.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / October 16

Wisconsin Badgers at risk of losing top running back commit to flip to Ohio State

Four-star running back Amari Latimer has been consistent about his commitment to the Wisconsin Badgers. But the more the team loses, the more that comes in doubt, especially with the No.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / October 15

4 ways Luke Fickell can help protect his job security against Ohio State

Wisconsin fans have showered the Badgers with boos and "Fire Fickell' chants in its last two home games. And while the head coach has received a soft backing from athletic director Chris McIntosh and university chancellor Jennifer Mnookin, the chances of Fickell roaming the sideline at Camp Randall in 2026 are to declining.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 15

Wisconsin Badgers identity crisis reaches boiling point ahead of #1 Ohio State clash

The Wisconsin Badgers have entered both dangerous and potentially ugly territory as the program is set to embark upon a tough schedule at their worst. There have been no secrets surrounding Wisconsin this season as the team simply has not performed up to expectations.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 15

Wisconsin Badgers reigniting QB competition following brutal 37-0 performance

After the Wisconsin Badgers recorded one of the lowest quarterback ratings possible against the Iowa Hawkeyes, another change might be possible. Quarterback Hunter Simmons earned a second start for the Wisconsin Badgers after finding some early success against the Michigan Wolverines.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / October 14

Wisconsin Badgers working through QB 'competition' to determine starter vs Ohio State

A lack of clarity at the quarterback position is never a good place to be. That issue is magnified for the Wisconsin Badgers, with the No. 1 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes coming to town.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / October 14

Wisconsin Badgers basketball sees transfer wing as secret key to success this season

The Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball program brought in nine new players this offseason. A four-player freshman class that included a pair of exciting international recruits drew plenty of excitement, and transfers like Nick Boyd, Andrew Rohde and Austin Rapp generated buzz for their anticipated placement in the starting lineup.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / October 14

Wisconsin women's hockey reclaims unanimous number-one ranking

A single vote last week will keep Wisconsin women's hockey from spending a full year as the country's unanimously voted number-one team. After a one-week hiatus, however, the Wisconsin Badgers are back as the undisputed top-ranked team in women's college hockey.

College Football News / WI Sports Heroics / October 14

Former Badgers’ OC Phil Longo kicks well-known RB off team following questionable post

Following an interesting decision online, Phil Longo was forced to make a decision that no coach wants to make when in charge of a program. The former Wisconsin Badgers’ offensive coordinator took on a major career change this past off-season when he embarked upon the difficult rebuild of Sam Houston State.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 14

Wisconsin Badgers extend scholarship to elite four-star 2027 OT after PSU decommitment

Despite another loss for the Wisconsin Badgers, one program in the Big Ten Conference appears to be in much worse shape and the staff might take advantage.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / October 14

Wisconsin Badgers somehow aren't biggest underdog in Big Ten this week vs Ohio State

The Wisconsin Badgers have almost no chance to beat Ohio State at Camp Randall on Saturday. But somehow, the sportsbook oddsmakers don't see them as the biggest underdogs in the Big Ten this week.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 13

Long standing Badgers’ 2026 commitment reopens recruitment: 'Respect My Decision'

The Wisconsin Badgers have suffered the first 2026 class decommitment since edge rusher Carmelow Reed flipped to Ole Miss during the summer. Tayshon Bardo, a three-star wide receiver in the 2026 class, is no longer a member of the Wisconsin Badgers’ recruiting class.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / October 13

Wisconsin Badgers basketball looking to add another international recruit to 2026 class

Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard has been nothing but complementary of international recruits, now with three of them on the roster. After an open practice earlier this fall, he said that international recruits often come into college more prepared due to their professional experiences.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 13

Inside the play of new Badgers’ 2026 big man target Dominykas Daubaris

The Wisconsin Badgers have begun to apply more pressure to the international recruiting trail with a specific recruit in mind. Dominykas Daubaris, a 6-foot-9 forward from Lithuania, caught the eye of the Wisconsin recruiting staff months ago in Serbia.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / October 13

Key Wisconsin Badgers WR recruit de-commits, days after embarrassing loss to Iowa

After Wisconsin's 37-0 loss to Iowa on Saturday, Luke Fickell opened his postgame press conference by calling the defeat "as low as it can be." Apparently,

Ryan Day News / 5 GOATs / October 12

Ohio State vs. Wisconsin odds: Opening point spread released

Ohio State travels to Wisconsin for a Week 8 clash in the Big Ten Conference. With game day approaching, the opening odds and point spread have been revealed.

College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / October 11

Wisconsin Hits a New Low Every Week

Just when you think that Wisconsin couldn’t depress its fanbase any further, they surprise you with an even more embarrassing performance. The Badgers lost to rival Iowa 37-0 at home on Saturday night, which followed a 42-10 loss to the Hawkeyes last season.