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Three Reasons for Optimism, Three Reasons for Concern for Wisconsin Football in 2026

Three Reasons for Optimism, Three Reasons for Concern for Wisconsin Football in 2026

Despite the national media continuing to sleep on Wisconsin ahead of the 2026 season, plenty of arrows appear to be pointing upwards in Madison. But while

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 7

The Three Most Intriguing Athletes on Wisconsin Football's Offense

They may not make Bruce Feldman's freaks list, but Wisconsin football has some intriguing athletes on the roster ahead of the 2026 season. Of course, plenty of players carry a ton of intrigue heading into an extremely critical season in Madison.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 7

Player Previews: Can TE Emmett Bork Sneak up the Depth Chart?

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 7
How New Badgers AD Shawn Eichorst Plans to Replicate Texas' Success at Wisconsin

How New Badgers AD Shawn Eichorst Plans to Replicate Texas' Success at Wisconsin

Say what you will about Wisconsin's new athletic director Shawn Eichorst — and much ink has certainly already been spilt — he spent the last eight years at the right-hand man to Texas' Chris Del Conte, one of the most revered athletic directors (and programs) in the sport.

Grant Stec News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 6

Player Previews: Is the Third Season the Charm for TE Grant Stec?

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 5

Predicting Three Wisconsin Football Depth Chart Shakeups this Summer

As football season inches closer, we've reached the calm before the storm of media days and fall camp thats takes us up to kickoff. And in In the dog days of the summer, no one's job is set in stone just yet.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 5
Player Previews: Can Wisconsin's Offense Feature WR Malachi Coleman's Athleticism?

Player Previews: Can Wisconsin's Offense Feature WR Malachi Coleman's Athleticism?

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 4

Player Previews: WR Shamar Rigby Could be a Big-Time Sleeper for Wisconsin

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 4

Player Previews: Can WR Jaylon Domingeaux Make Noise at the FBS Level?

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 3

Player Previews: Will WR Eugene Hilton Jr's Loyalty be Rewarded?

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Chris Brooks News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 2

Player Previews: What can WR Chris Brooks Jr do With His Last Chance?

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 2
Badgers Schedule Intriguing Mid-Major Matchup for 2026-27

Badgers Schedule Intriguing Mid-Major Matchup for 2026-27

The Badgers continue to piece together their schedule ahead of what should be a fascinating 2026-27 season. Wisconsin basketball has already locked in non-conference tilts with Auburn and Villanova.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 1
Three Unfiltered Takes About Wisconsin's New AD Hire Shawn Eichorst

Three Unfiltered Takes About Wisconsin's New AD Hire Shawn Eichorst

After something of a long, quiet search for a new athletic director, Wisconsin has made a hire — and the reaction appears to be overwhelmingly negative.

Tyrell Henry News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 1
Player Previews: WR Tyrell Henry Finally Gets His Shot

Player Previews: WR Tyrell Henry Finally Gets His Shot

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 29

National Outlet Names Three Badgers to Preseason All-Big Ten Team

There's a handful of football players in Madison, Wisconsin who appear to be in prime position to burst onto the national — or at least Big Ten — radar this fall.

Darrion Dupree News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 28

Player Previews: Why RB Darrion Dupree's Time has Come in Madison

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 27
Takeaways from Wisconsin Football's College Football 27 Player Ratings

Takeaways from Wisconsin Football's College Football 27 Player Ratings

If you're looking for a team to rebuild when EA College Football 27 drops in early July, Wisconsin looks like a great choice. EA Sports released all of the individual player ratings for the 2026 rendition of the wildly popular game, which is available worldwide on July 9.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 27
Is Badgers' Defensive Coordinator Mike Tressel one of the Best in the Big Ten?

Is Badgers' Defensive Coordinator Mike Tressel one of the Best in the Big Ten?

For as absolutely horrendous of a product as Wisconsin football has put on the field in recent seasons, the Badgers' defense has been significantly more watchable than their offense.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 27
Player Previews: How Long Until QB Ryan Hopkins Debuts in Madison?

Player Previews: How Long Until QB Ryan Hopkins Debuts in Madison?

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 26
Why Baboucarr Ann, Jalen Brown Could Change Wisconsin Basketball

Why Baboucarr Ann, Jalen Brown Could Change Wisconsin Basketball

For all of the excitement Wisconsin basketball has produced the past few seasons, the Badgers have struggled to get over the hump and earn legitimate consideration as serious national contenders.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 26
With Two Elite Guards, Wisconsin Basketball Building Top 2027 Recruiting Class

With Two Elite Guards, Wisconsin Basketball Building Top 2027 Recruiting Class

Wisconsin basketball could be on its way to constructing one of its best recruiting classes of all time. The Badgers' 2027 class got off to a bang when they added elite, consensus four-star combo guard Jalen Brown from Wauwatosa West High School just outside of Milwaukee.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 26
Way Too Early Wisconsin Football Opponent Preview: Western Illinois

Way Too Early Wisconsin Football Opponent Preview: Western Illinois

As mentioned in the first installment of this series previewing each Wisconsin opponent for the 2026 season. In today’s edition, I’ll dive into the first of your classic early-season opponents that the Badgers should defeat soundly at Camp Randall.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 25

Player Previews: Can QB Colton Joseph Resurrect Wisconsin's Offense?

Over the course of the summer leading up to Big Ten Media Days and fall camp, Badgers On SI will extensively preview Wisconsin football's roster with a write-up for each player expected to be remotely involved in 2026.

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