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Wisconsin Badgers could finally be at full strength when it hosts Rutgers

MADISON, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin might be able to use its full allotment of players for the first time in two weeks. Sophomore forward Austin Rapp wasn't listed on Wisconsin's availability report Saturday morning, suggesting the sophomore should play for the Badgers when they host Rutgers (1 p.m./BTN).

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Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman enters transfer portal hours before it closes

The window for players to enter the transfer portal closes Friday night. Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Leyton Nelson decided to put in his name in with just hours to spare.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 16

Wisconsin Badgers bringing back only two offensive starters from start of 2025 season

The transfer portal window closes Friday night, meaning no new players can enter their names to leave their current school. Players who are already in the portal can continue to seek new opportunities.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 16

Wisconsin basketball assistant coach earns national recognition

MADISON, Wis. - A former two-time honorable mention All-Big Ten guard, a team captain, and a former professional, Sharif Chambliss has a lot of traits he can preach to his players and sell to his recruits.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 16

#2 Wisconsin Badgers hockey upset by #4 Michigan State: 3 stars

Madison, WI - For the first time since November 14, 2025, the Wisconsin Badgers men's hockey team has lost a Big Ten conference game. The Badgers swept the Michigan State Spartans in East Lansing before Thanksgiving, but on Thursday, it was UW that found itself on the losing end in its own arena.

Wisconsin Badgers: 2 former offensive linemen identified by PFF as breakout stars in 2025

It seems like such a long time ago that the Wisconsin Badgers football program was known for producing NFL talent at two specific positions: running back and offensive line.

Watch: Michigan State at Wisconsin | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Hockey | 01/15/2026

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 15

Badgers land Hope College (D-III) transfer defensive lineman Liam Danitz

The Wisconsin Badgers have landed a commitment from a Division III defender out of the transfer portal who is eager to prove himself at the FBS level. Defensive lineman Liam Danitz announced his commitment to Wisconsin on social media after traveling to Madison for an official visit.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 15

Wisconsin Badgers add pass rushing track star who had 15 sacks at Division-III level

The Wisconsin Badgers are betting on athletic upside with the latest addition to their pass rushing rotation. Luke Fickell brought in Liam Danitz from Hope College for a visit on Thursday and didn't let him leave without a firm commitment.

Watch: Wisconsin at Northwestern | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 01/15/2026

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 15

Wisconsin Badgers hosting twin brother defensive linemen on transfer portal visit

The Wisconsin Badgers are going after a two-for-one along the defensive line with a pair of twin brothers looking to play together in the transfer portal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 15

Wisconsin Badgers: Former basketball player named in federal indictment for sports betting scandal

Earlier today, the Wisconsin Badgers, along with the rest of all NCAA basketball programs, saw a federal indictment released that named 22 players, who allegedly took money from bettors to purposefully play poorly and fix games/over-under bets.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 15

Wisconsin tight end transfers to USC after time with Badgers didn't pan out

Tucker Ashcraft came to Madison as a three-star recruit, but he quickly became the future of the position after appearing in all 13 games as a true freshman and tallying eight passes for 86 yards and a score.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 15

Wisconsin Badgers pursuing freak athlete pass rusher from D-III in transfer portal

The Wisconsin Badgers are looking for one more pass rusher to round out their rotation on the edge. Luke Fickell and his staff have turned their attention to a Division-III player who is a freak athlete gaining a lot of attention from D-I programs.

Greg Gard News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 15

Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard calls new transfer portal rules a step in the right direction

The NCAA announced it would be changing the transfer portal window for men's and women's basketball, among other sports, Wednesday. It shortened the transfer portal window from 30 days to 15 days.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 15

Former Wisconsin Badgers player involved in college basketball point-shaving scandal

The Wisconsin Badgers dismissed Temple transfer Elijah Gray from the team just days away from the start of the 2025-26 season. In a release, a UW spokesperson

College Basketball News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 15

Wisconsin's two road wins set the Badgers up for a potential January run

It's impressive how one game can change a team's mental psyche and how one week of games can change how a team is viewed from the outside world. Welcome to the 2025-26 Wisconsin basketball team.

John Blackwell News / WI Sports Heroics / January 14

Wisconsin Badgers’ John Blackwell shares wordless post after heroic shot against Minnesota

The Wisconsin Badgers are among the talk of the college basketball world of late, largely because of a pair of wild victories. After taking down the No.

Joe Brunner News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 14

Badgers starting offensive lineman transfers to Indiana to reunite with former Wisconsin OL coach

When Wisconsin Badgers redshirt junior offensive lineman Joe Brunner walked with his teammates on Senior Day, the thought was that he might leave the program early for the NFL Draft.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / January 14

Wisconsin Badgers land exciting Minnesota transfer wide receiver Malachi Coleman

The Wisconsin Badgers have added another wide receiver to the roster after landing a former top ranked four-star recruit from the state of Nebraska. Former four-star Lincoln East (NE) wide receiver Malachi Coleman announced his commitment to Wisconsin out of the transfer portal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / January 13

Key takeaways from Wisconsin Badgers' last-second 78-75 win over Minnesota

The Wisconsin Badgers notched their third straight victory in gutsy fashion. A team that had its toughness questioned early in the season watched as the Golden Gophers knocked down a game-tying three-pointer in the final seconds -- just after junior Nolan Winter missed a pair of potential game-clinching free throws -- but they didn't give up.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 10