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'The Future is Complete': Wisconsin Football Adds Huge 2026 Four-Star Wide Receiver

The Wisconsin football staff has landed a massive commitment in the 2026 class after a top wide receiver announced his decision. Jayden Petit, a native of Naples, Florida, is considered to be one of the better receivers in the 2026 recruiting class as well as a potentially transformative player.

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Wisconsin Basketball: 2027 In-State SF Earns Big Scholarship Offer

The Wisconsin basketball staff recently held a skills camp and had a top 2027 in-state recruit on campus who has now earned a scholarship. Deuce McDuffie, a 2027 small forward, is a talented scorer for Rufus King High School in Milwaukee who has opened plenty of eyes.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 26

4 takeaways about 2026 4-star wide receiver committing to Wisconsin Badgers

Another Southwest Florida standout plans to play for the University of Wisconsin football program. Jayden Petit, the latest Wisconsin commit, shined at Naples First Baptist Academy and will now play for former Badgers walk-on turned captain Chris Maragos at Naples St.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 26

Wisconsin Badgers land 4-star, playmaking wide receiver for 2026 class

The University of Wisconsin football program reeled in a big-time playmaker for Jordan Reid's wide receiver group. Jayden Petit, who will play for Naples St.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 26

Badgers land first blue-chip recruit in 2026 class

Wisconsin finally got the top wide receiver recruit they’ve been coveting for some time. The Wisconsin Badgers have secured a commitment from four-star wide receiver Jayden Petit, he announced on Thursday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 26

Takeaways from morning session of Wisconsin basketball's high school advanced camp

MADISON, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin men's basketball program hosted its annual advanced camp at the Kohl Center on Thursday. Incoming freshmen

College Football News / NIL on SI / June 26

Urban Meyer calls out NCAA’s lack of power amid Wisconsin’s lawsuit against Miami

The NCAA's lack of an enforcement arm continues to be criticized amid the ongoing lawsuit between Wisconsin and Miami. The University of Wisconsin and the Badgers' Varsity Collective filed suit against the University of Miami last week for alleged tampering with former Wisconsin defensive back Xavier Lucas.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 26

What are the biggest rivalry victories for the Badgers in the past 25 years?

Wisconsin has put together some impressive wins over the years. Which rank at the top? As tampering lawsuits rage and recruiting hiccups are processed, now seems like the ideal time to dip into something a bit on the lighter side relating to the Wisconsin Badgers football program.

Wisconsin Football Staff Aiming to Flip Impressive 2026 Cincinnati Commitment

The Wisconsin football staff had previous success landing an Ole Miss commitment, and now have set sights on a rising Cincinnati commitment. Jeremiah Gray, a 2026 three-star defensive lineman, has seen a burst of offers and visits recently in his recruitment.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 25

Wisconsin Football: Impressive 2026 DL Announces Kentucky Commitment

The Wisconsin football staff has unfortunately missed out on another 2026 defensive lineman as Ben Duncum committed to Kentucky earlier. Duncum, who was a top remaining recruit on the board for Wisconsin, announced a commitment to the Wildcats after previously setting a commitment decision date.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 25

Former Wisconsin Badgers running back has died

The University of Wisconsin and South Dakota State football programs each released statements on the death of running back Nate White. White was 20 years old.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 25

Strong Former 2023 Class Wisconsin Football RB Tragically Passes Away

A tragic piece of news has struck Madison as a former Wisconsin football signee and running back has passed away in the night. Nate White, a former three-star running back who signed with the Badgers in the 2023 recruiting class, has passed away in his sleep.

Xavier Lucas News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 25

What’s next in Wisconsin’s battle vs. Miami with Xavier Lucas lawsuit?

The Badgers officially filed a lawsuit that was months in the making against Miami for tampering. Perhaps the biggest storyline for the Wisconsin Badgers this offseason was their saga with the Miami Hurricanes over defensive back Xavier Lucas’s departure from the program.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 25

3-star edge rusher chooses SEC school over Wisconsin Badgers

The University of Wisconsin football program still needs to find answers at the outside linebacker position for its 2026 class, as a familiar SEC school beats out the Badgers for a key target.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 25

What's gone into planning 'Made 'Em Believe' to celebrate a historic Wisconsin Badgers team

Ben Brust's in midst of quite a few life events leading up to a celebration of the most iconic University of Wisconsin men's basketball team in school history, but it's apparent that he's relishing the "all-encompassing" situation he's in.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 25

Can the Badgers bounce back after a disappointing 2024-25 season?

Wisconsin needs more from their returners if they’re to turn the page this season. With the NHL and PWHL drafts this week, what better time to start thinking about what the Wisconsin Badgers men’s hockey team will look like in 2025-26?

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 25

ESPN predicts another impressive season for Wisconsin men's basketball

Greg Gard and the University of Wisconsin men's basketball program seemingly came out of nowhere in 2024-25, striking gold by landing All-American John Tonje out of the transfer portal while rising stars John Blackwell and Nolan Winter took leaps in their sophomore season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 24

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Strong 2026 DB Down to Three Programs

The Wisconsin football staff currently has one defensive back in the 2026 class in sight as commitments have begun to come flooding in. Ahead of the upcoming season, many recruits announce commitments and lock-in a collegiate future before finishing up high school football for good.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 24

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Badgers Likely Out on Top Remaining 2026 Safety Target

After making a significant push late, the Wisconsin football program appears to be on the outside looking in with one defensive recruit. Nick Reddish, a 2026 three-star safety, had been closely tied to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish after being a long time top Wisconsin target.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 24

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Impressive 2026 RB Target Nearing Potential Announcement

The Wisconsin football staff have been waiting on a major commitment announcement which just might be around the corner. Amari Latimer, a three-star 2026 running back from Sandy Creek, Georgia, has been closely tied to the Wisconsin program since taking an official visit.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 24

Massive Wisconsin Football 2026 Edge Target Announces Commitment Date

The Wisconsin football staff received positive news in regards to a top 2026 recruiting target after the edge rusher announced a final school list. Jackson Ford, a four-star edge rusher from Pennsylvania, has announced a final list of schools alongside a commitment date.

4-Star OLB to Announce Commitment Friday: Wisconsin, Ohio State, Penn State, or Michigan?

Wisconsin is competing with the top Big Ten schools for a priority outside linebacker. The Wisconsin Badgers are a finalist for 2026 four-star outside linebacker Jackson Samuels-Ford, he announced on Tuesday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 24

Wisconsin Badgers outside linebacker target set to announce commitment Friday

The University of Wisconsin football program should know more about where they stand with two 2026 targets at a key position by the end of the week. The latest recruit to unveil a commitment date is consensus four-staroutside linebacker Jackson Samuels Ford.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 24

Camp Randall Stadium one of the 'Toughest Places to Play' in EA Sports College Football 26

The University of Wisconsin football program received love from one of the video game industry's hottest franchises. EA Sports College Football 2026 comes out next month, and EA Sports unveiled Tuesday its "Toughest Places to Play" for this latest installment of the game series.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21

Wisconsin football makes history with lawsuit against Miami

Wisconsin football makes NCAA history with tampering lawsuit against Miami

The NIL era has essentially turned college football into a professional sport, and we now have our first tampering lawsuit between major programs. Wisconsin and its NIL collective filed a tampering lawsuit against Miami on Friday, according to court documents that were obtained by Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports.

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