Wisconsin Badgers, Exciting 2025 Defensive Lineman Part Ways Before Enrolling

Coach Fickell did not give many details on the situation for obvious reasons, but stated that “personal issues” were the reason why the recruit did not enroll. The Badgers had known Pavey would not join the program for quite some time and acted accordingly thus meaning the loss of the defensive lineman is not a surprise for the staff.

Wisconsin Badgers Defensive Lineman Drayden Pavey Does Not Enroll, Will Not Join Program

Pavey had previously been a recruit the staff thought highly of and felt could make an impact on the field given his playing style. However, the recruit will not be a member of the team nor will he continue his collegiate career at this moment in time. Currently, Pavey is not enrolled in another school and will not be playing this upcoming season.

Whether or not this is the end of the road for Pavey is unclear, but for the Wisconsin Badgers another man has already stepped into his role. Wisconsin worked extensively to add to the defensive line and the rush during the off-season which hopefully turns into more pressure, sacks, and disruption on the field.

Without being able to add anyone to the roster currently, Wisconsin has compromised by working hard to land talent along the defensive line in the 2027 class. Currently, commitments Djidjou Bah and Arthur Scott are set to be pivotal growth pieces once in Madison. The staff is likely not done, however, as three defensive line commitments were once held before Carmelow Reed flipped his commitment to Ole Miss.