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Wisconsin Badgers add big-bodied wide receiver for new QB Colton Joseph in transfer portal

The Wisconsin Badgers have a lot of work to do to rebuild their wide receiver corps for new quarterback Colton Joseph in the transfer portal. Luke Fickell took the first step Sunday, landing a commitment from big-bodied Oklahoma State pass catcher Shamar Rigby.

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Wisconsin Badgers land QB Colton Joseph's new center from the Big 12

MADISON, Wis. - Wisconsin has landed transfer quarterback Colton Joseph's battery mate. Hours after likely landing its starting 2026 quarterback, the Badgers received a commitment from their likely starting center in former Oklahoma State lineman Austin Kawecki.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 4

Four returning Wisconsin Badgers who will be impacted by Colton Joseph's commitment

MADISON, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin didn't waste much time finding a quarterback who will be tied to its 2026 success. The Badgers landed former Old Dominion quarterback Colton Joseph, the school’s top quarterback portal target, on Sunday to elevate an offense that was among the worst in college football last season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 4

Wisconsin Badgers fill out tight end room with highly touted transfer

The Wisconsin Badgers officially have their Lance Mason and Tucker Ashcraft replacements. After landing a commitment from Bowling Green transfer Jacob Harris on Saturday, Southern Illinois transfer tight end Ryan Schwendeman offered his pledge to the Badgers on Sunday.

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Two former Wisconsin Badgers starters land at power-four schools

A couple of former Wisconsin Badgers starters have found new homes in power conferences. Former UW safety Preston Zachman and quarterback Billy Edwards wasted little time in picking their new schools, committing to Indiana and North Carolina, respectively, on the first weekend of the transfer portal period.

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Wisconsin Badgers Land Massive Portal Addition in Strong QB Colton Joseph

The Wisconsin Badgers have successfully landed Old Dominion transfer quarterback Colton Joseph after securing an early official visit. Joseph, a former three-star recruit in the 2023 class from the state of California, was one of the earliest transfer portal entries at quarterback.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 4

Ex-Wisconsin Badgers star returning to NFL action after hospitalization for collapsed lung

A scary medical situation for a former Wisconsin Badgers star has finally reached a positive conclusion as he returns to the field for his NFL team in a playoff push.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 3

New Wisconsin Badgers cornerbacks coach picks up intriguing young transfer CB

The Wisconsin Badgers capped off the second day of the two-week transfer portal window by adding another young cornerback to add to its secondary. Former Oklahoma State corner Eric Fletcher committed to Wisconsin and its new cornerbacks coach Robert Steeples on Saturday night.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 3

Wisconsin Badgers earn commitment from elite transfer portal running back

New Wisconsin running backs coach Jayden Everett has made his first move with the Badgers, bringing in a potential No. 1 RB with an impressive resume. Former Iowa State running back Abu Sama became the third player to join the Badgers through the transfer portal, joining safety Carson Van Dinter and tight end Jacob Harris.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 3

Wisconsin Badgers land transfer tight end who fits perfectly in Jeff Grimes' system

The Wisconsin Badgers have added their second player from the transfer portal. Just hours after adding Iowa State transfer and Wisconsin native Carson Van Dinter to the safety room, the Badgers made a move at tight end for Bowling Green transfer Jacob Harris.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 3

More signs point to Wisconsin Badgers landing Old Dominion QB Colton Joseph in transfer portal

The Wisconsin Badgers got the first crack at recruiting Old Dominion quarterback Colton Joseph in the transfer portal. Other teams in college football are preparing for the possibility that he doesn't leave his visit to Madison this weekend without a deal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 3

Wisconsin Badgers guard Nick Boyd trying to find the right balance as Big Ten play resumes

MADISON, Wis. - Nick Boyd is very cognizant of the microscope he puts himself under every time he steps on the court. As a starting point guard at the Division-1 level, Boyd knows his play and decisions dictate results, a cause and effect that has been ingrained in him over 132 collegiate games and with three different programs.

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Wisconsin Badgers early transfer portal targets show new approach from Luke Fickell

The Wisconsin Badgers are once again coming out aggressive in the transfer portal, getting some big names to campus quickly with the hopes of inking a deal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 3

Wisconsin sets transfer portal visit with pass rusher who terrorized Badgers in 2025

Wisconsin's Week 1 matchup with Miami (OH) was memorable for many reasons. Billy Edwards suffered a non-contact knee injury. Preston Zachman had a pair of fourth-quarter interceptions.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 3

Wisconsin Badgers' new offensive line coach making quick moves in transfer portal

The night before the college football transfer portal opened, new Wisconsin offensive line coach Eric Mateos alluded to the fact that this would be a big two weeks for the Badgers offensive line.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 3

Wisconsin Badgers heavily pursue pass-catchers in Day 1 of the transfer portal

The first day of the two-week transfer portal period was hectic for the Wisconsin Badgers. Over a dozen visits were reported, making the Badgers positions of focus have been made clear.

Top Wisconsin Badgers Transfer Portal target hints at big upcoming decision

The Wisconsin Badgers’ staff could receive excellent news regarding a current transfer portal visitor by the end of the weekend if things go right. Colton Joseph, a highly regarded transfer portal quarterback who previously started for Old Dominion, recently landed in Madison for his visit.

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