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After enduring a gauntlet of a schedule during a disappointing 4-8 showing in 2025, Wisconsin is set to face a much more manageable slate in a critical 2026 campaign for embattled head coach Luke Fickell.

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Player previews: CB Jai’mier Scott Could be the Badgers' Secret Weapon on Defense

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 30

Three Wisconsin Football Returning Starters with the Most to Prove This Season

The newcomers to Wisconsin football have dominated conversation this offseason, and rightfully so. The Badgers welcome 47 new players to campus between freshmen and a sprawling transfer class, and the majority of Wisconsin's starting lineup figures to be populated by transfers.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 29

Why Wisconsin Football is a 'Dark Horse' Heading into 2026

Listen to head coach Luke FIckell talk at Big Ten Media Days, and his increased optimism and belief is palpable. Now, internal optimism in Madison hasn't translated to Wisconsin getting much love nationally.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 29

What Brock Barrows' Commitment Means for Wisconsin Football

Wisconsin football's recruiting department continues to put in early work on the 2028 class, and Tuesday evening, that work was rewarded with a commitment from Brock Barrows, an interior offensive lineman from Missouri.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 28

Luke Fickell Names the Defender Who 'Has to Create Havoc' in 2026

Wisconsin football put in serious work to overhaul its roster this offseason, adding 47 new players between 33 transfers and 14 true freshmen. With help from substantially more robust funding — Wisconsin reportedly more than doubled its roster budget for 2026 — the team looks to be a lot stronger in many areas.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 28

Wisconsin Badgers RB's Career 'Likely Done at Wisconsin'

Before Wisconsin football head coach Luke Fickell took the stage for Big Ten Media Days, he met with local reporters, fielding questions ahead of the 2026 season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 27

Wisconsin Football's Updated Roster Reveals Three Departures From Program

Wisconsin football quietly dropped its updated roster for 2026, and along with the usual height and weight updates, a few rising second year players were omitted, meaning they're no longer with the program.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 27

Can the Badgers Finish Top 5 in the Big Ten in 2026?

The 2026 Big Ten Preseason Media Poll is out, and the Badgers are, understandably, predicted to finish in the back half of the conference. The ranking, in all honesty, makes sense.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 27

Big Ten Media Poll Reveals Low Ranking for Wisconsin Football

The unofficial start to the Wisconsin football season is here. The Big Ten Media Days kick off this week in Chicago, and with that comes the release of the Big Ten Preseason Media Poll.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 26

Wisconsin Football Snubbed in The Athletic's Preseason All-Big Ten Team

Can we just spot the ball already? It's been a long offseason. Another day, another lukewarm take on Wisconsin football by the national media that feels fair based on how recent seasons have gone in Madison yet unsubstantiated in reality.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 26

Three Bold Predictions for Wisconsin Football Fall Camp

Whereas spring practice can sometimes feel like college football's equivalent of OTAs, fall ball more closely resembles training camp. The spring is a more exploratory phase.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 26

Report: Wisconsin Defensive Lineman Steps Away From Team Ahead of Fall Camp

Wisconsin football just lost a depth piece in its defensive line room with fall camp less than two weeks away. According to a report from Colton Bartholomew

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 25

Three Wisconsin Football Players Under the Most Pressure Entering Fall Camp

For everything we learned about Wisconsin football in spring camp, there's still plenty to be determined about the 2026 Badgers — and pressure is mounting on a handful of key players.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 25

B1G Media Day Primer: Everything you Need to Know Before Wisconsin's Appearance in Chicago

Many often refer to a conference's media days as the "unofficial start" of football season, and for good reason. Wisconsin football has a short break before head coach Luke Fickell and three of the team's leaders travel to Chicago to represent the Badgers at the annual sprawling media event.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 25

Player Previews: Can OLB Nick Clayton Live up to the Hype?

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 25

Luke Fickell Names Two Transfers Who Have Already Exceeded Expectations

One of the more overlooked factors that will significantly contribute to Wisconsin football's success or lack thereof this season? Whether it can improve its hit rate on transfer portal prospects.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 24

Player Previews: What will OLB Justus Boone Bring From the Trenches of the SEC?

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 24

New Badgers Assistant Coach Talks Plan to Relieve 'Starvation of Wins' in Madison

However much optimism there may be for 2026, and however much denial Wisconsin football's fanbase shrouds itself in, it's a truth universally acknowledged that under Luke Fickell, the Badgers have experienced their worst stretch of football since the early 1990s.

Sebastian Cheeks News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 24

Player Previews: Can OLB Sebastian Cheeks Take the Leap Wisconsin is Banking On?

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 24

Predicting Where Wisconsin Football Will Improve, Regress in 2026

Ahead of an absolutely critical 2026 season, lots of arrows appear to be pointing upwards for Wisconsin football. Between a significantly easier schedule, a dazzling dual-threat quarterback and a financially reinforced roster, there's plenty to get excited about in Madison.