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Wisconsin Badgers rank behind Minnesota in 2025 Big Ten football media poll

Big Ten beat reporters are apparently not confident in the Wisconsin Badgers this season. Cleveland.com polled 24 writers who cover Big Ten teams or the conference as a whole, and the Badgers came in 12th.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 21

Incoming Wisconsin Badgers freshman stars as leading scorer in EuroBasket 2025 Final

The Wisconsin Badgers haven't had incoming freshman Aleksas Bieliauskas with them for offseason workouts, but Greg Gard has still had the chance to see him shine on the court this summer.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 21

Badgers key recruiting staffer heading to NFL for Player Personnel role

The Badgers are losing a key member of their recruiting staff to the NFL. In an offseason of change, the Wisconsin Badgers are losing another key recruiting staffer.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 21

Wisconsin Badgers Giving Impressive 2027 DL Second Look During Pivotal Season

After previously earning a scholarship from the Wisconsin Badgers, one recruit may still have to prove himself on the field before reaching college. Keysan Taylor, a rising defensive lineman within the 2027 recruiting class, recently earned a scholarship from the Badgers after camping with the program.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 21

Wisconsin Badgers Keeping Close Contact Following Intriguing 2028 QB Offer

The Wisconsin Badgers recently offered a legacy quarterback recruit within the 2028 cycle who could become a viable option in time. Matthew Lee, a 2028 quarterback from Illinois, is a double-legacy athlete for Wisconsin with to relatives that played for the program.

Ricardo Hallman News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 21

Badgers cornerback receives nomination ahead of 2025 season

One Badgers cornerback is looking to have a bounce-back season in 2025. Last week, Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Ricardo Hallman was nominated to the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 21

Greg Gard sees Jack Janicki showing traits of iconic Wisconsin Badgers guards

Wisconsin Badgers basketball has a few different reputations for a slow, defensive style of play, developing under-recruited players into stars and limiting turnovers.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 21

Badgers lone safety commit flips to in-state school

Wisconsin lost a key recruit in the secondary over the weekend. The Wisconsin Badgers suffered a big recruiting loss over the weekend, as 2026 three-star safety Zachary Taylor flipped to the in-state TCU Horned Frogs.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 21

3 keys to success for Wisconsin Basketball in 2025

What are Wisconsin’s biggest keys for the 2025 season? The Wisconsin Badgers showed a glimpse of what their 2025-26 season could look like last week, as they hosted their first practice available to the media during the summer.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 21

ESPN projects where Wisconsin Badgers will finish in Big Ten football standings

For the last two seasons, the College Football Playoff National Champion came from the Big Ten. If it is going to happen for a third year in a row, ESPN analyst Bill Connelly does not believe it is going to be the Wisconsin Badgers.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 20

Wisconsin Badgers: Speedy Guard Outlines Perfect Fit Within 2025-26 Offense

With the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team ramping up preparations for the upcoming season, some early flashes have been shown by the offense. Wisconsin has undergone a serious face-lift after putting nearly every egg into the John Tonje basket a year ago.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 20

Wisconsin Badgers Commitment Watch: Powerful 2026 OL Duo Spurns Madison

After battling hard in the past, the Wisconsin Badgers have officially lost out on the last two major offensive line targets in the 2026 class. Four-star offensive tackles Kamari Blair and Wilson Zierer both took official visits with Wisconsin last month.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 20

Wisconsin Badgers Transfer Wing Displaying Impressive 3-Point Abilities

The Wisconsin Badgers basketball team has finally begun to practice as a near full team ahead of a pivotal season for the program. Wisconsin previously entered the transfer portal with plenty of uncertainty surrounding the program after navigating the new college basketball landscape successfully a season ago.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 20

Wisconsin Badgers: Strong 2025 International Forward Dominates For Lithuania

The Wisconsin Badgers basketball staff previously placed an emphasis on recruiting internationally which has paid off in the form of signings. Wisconsin will have three international players on the roster during the upcoming season with Riccardo Greppi (Italy), Hayden Jones (New Zealand), and Aleksas Bieliauskas (Lithuania) set to play.

Riley Mahlman News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 20

Wisconsin Badgers stud is snubbed from PFF's Top 10 list for NFL Draft

Redshirt senior right tackle Riley Mahlman probably won't be a first-round pick in this year's NFL Draft, but he looks like the next great product from the Wisconsin Badgers' offensive line factory.

Greg Gard News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 20

How Greg Gard is trying to build on-court chemistry early for Wisconsin Badgers' new transfer players

The Wisconsin Badgers' starting lineup this season will likely feature three players who weren't with the program last year. It's going to take time for Nick Boyd, Andrew Rohde and Austin Rapp to find their place within the existing team dynamic, but Greg Gard is being proactive to accelerate that process.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 20

Wisconsin Football 2025 Schedule: Ranking Games From Easiest to Hardest, Part 2

Let’s rank the toughest games on Wisconsin’s schedule in 2025. One of the biggest topics surrounding the Wisconsin Badgers this offseason has been their grueling schedule for the 2025 season, with tough non-conference and Big Ten games on the slate.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 19

Wisconsin Badgers' Final Four upset of Kentucky ranked way too low among top college basketball games

Only one team in the history of college basketball has pulled off a perfect season. The 2014-15 Wisconsin Badgers made sure of that. Wisconsin delivered one of the greatest wins in program history and one of the most iconic March Madness upsets during the 2015 Final Four.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 19

Wisconsin Badgers Early Leaders For Strong 2026 Three-Star Forward

The Wisconsin Badgers basketball staff will not leave high school recruiting alone despite recent success within the transfer portal. While some programs have focused on acquiring talent in the portal or overseas, the Badgers recently assured that high school recruiting will be a mainstay.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 19

Greg Gard shares why John Blackwell is primed for big leap in Year 3 with Wisconsin Badgers

The Wisconsin Badgers are John Blackwell's team now. He rode in the sidecar for John Tonje's breakout season last year, but now its his turn to take the wheel and make big strides in Year 3.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 19

Wisconsin Badgers Transfer Forward Should Have Most to Prove During 2025-26 Season

The Wisconsin Badgers have begun to practice as a full team after completing the roster ahead of a pivotal basketball season. Wisconsin recently announced the final addition to the 2025-26 roster would be Temple transfer Elijah Gray, filling the last allotted scholarship slot.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 19

ESPN sees Wisconsin Badgers football as 'a couple of breaks away' from going on a run in 2025

No one views the Wisconsin Badgers as a serious Big Ten or College Football Playoff contender this season, but they could still make some noise in 2025.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 18

Wisconsin Badgers Commitment Watch: Can a Potential Flip Fill Strong 2026 Void?

The Wisconsin Badgers recently lost a safety commitment within the 2026 class, and now might aim to flip a commitment to fill the opening. Zachary Taylor, a 2026 three-star safety, became a priority target for the Wisconsin Badgers staff after taking an official visit to Madison.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Wisconsin Nails it With Reaction to T.J. Watt's Historic NFL Contract

The Pittsburgh Steelers have finally addressed one of their biggest sagas in the offseason, with the AFC North franchise handing superstar linebacker T.J.