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Wisconsin Badgers rank just outside of Top 25 in Phil Steele's preseason college football poll

Expectations are not high for the Wisconsin Badgers in 2025, but not everyone is down on their potential. Phil Steele released his 2025 College Football Preview Magazine, and he ranked all 136 college football teams.

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Wisconsin Football Kicks Off Recruitment of Impressive 2027 Four-Star Wide Receiver

The Wisconsin football staff recently extended a scholarship offer to a strong wide receiver early on in the recruiting process. Cam Wade, a 2027 four-star wide receiver from Tennessee, earned a scholarship from the Wisconsin staff days ago after recently picking up an offer from the Tennessee Volunteers.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 8

Which Strong 2027 Wisconsin Football In-State Targets Could the Badgers Secure?

The Wisconsin football staff has begun to take a much closer look at the 2027 recruiting class, and the staff will not have to look far. Currently, the state of Wisconsin holds three four-star recruits in the 2027 cycle with tight end Korz Loken and offensive linemen Cole Reiter and Richie Flanigan.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 8

Luke Fickell feels the pressure on Wisconsin Badgers entering pivotal 2025 season

Luke Fickell isn't backing down from the pressure facing his Wisconsin Badgers as they enter the 2025 season. He's used to it. He was under pressure from the moment he took the job in Madison, and it never really went away since.

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Key Wisconsin Badgers transfer pass rusher making progress in return from injury, offseason surgery

The Wisconsin Badgers still haven't had a chance to see pass rusher Mason Reiger in action since he transferred in from Louisville. He appears to be on track for being a full participant for fall camp.

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Ranking the 4 most important games on Wisconsin Badgers 2025 football schedule

The Wisconsin Badgers 22-year bowl streak came to an end in 2024, with the Badgers dropping five consecutive games to end the season with a 5-7 record.

College Basketball News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 8

Are the Badgers a top transfer portal winner this offseason?

Several Big Ten teams made some major moves this offseason. The Wisconsin Badgers had a busy offseason in the transfer portal, landing five players in a multitude of waves to bolster their depth for the 2025-26 season.

Is Minnesota-Wisconsin the best rivalry in the Big Ten?

The battle for the Axe has been a longstanding tradition in Badgers history. The Wisconsin Badgers have been embroiled in quite a few major matchups throughout their history, both in the regular season and the postseason.

Greg Gard News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 8

Where does Greg Gard stand on the hot seat meter ahead of the 2025 season?

The Badgers exceeded expectations in 2024, but fell short in the NCAA tournament. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Wisconsin Badgers fans and fans across the country.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 7

Elite 2027 Wisconsin Football Wide Receiver Target Hints at Incoming Top-10 List

Arguably the top 2027 recruiting target for the Wisconsin football staff has been vocal recently about potentially starting to cut down on schools. Monshun Sales is a blazing fast 2027 four-star receiver who currently holds the 11th overall ranking within the class.

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EA Sports College Football 26: Every player rating for Wisconsin Badgers on defense

EA Sports started granting early access to its new College Football 26 video game on Monday, giving Wisconsin Badgers fans the first look at how the team's players are rated.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 7

Badgers commit stars as New Zealand falls short in FIBA U19 bronze medal game

One of Wisconsin’s 2025 commits stole the show at the FIBA U19 World Cup this week. Wisconsin Badgers commit Hayden Jones has been making a lot of waves this week, starring in the FIBA U19 World Cup for the New Zealand team.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 7

Wisconsin Football Staff Considering Pivoting Back to Big Committed 2026 DL Target

After missing out on multiple defensive line targets in the 2026 cycle, the Wisconsin football staff could consider trying to flip a familiar face. Defensive line has become a major need for the Wisconsin Badgers as a lack of production from the line has led to defensive issues the past few seasons.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 7

Every Wisconsin Badgers' offensive player ratings in new EA Sports College Football 26 video game

Wisconsin Badgers fans can get early access to EA Sports College Football 26 video game starting Monday, giving everyone the first look at how the team's players are rated.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 7

Where does Wisconsin’s projected win totals stand ahead of the 2025 season?

The Badgers have one of the tougher schedules in the country in 2025. The Wisconsin Badgers will have a very different team when they take the field on August 28th against Miami (OH), as they infused their roster with transfers to become more experienced on both sides of the ball.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 7

Where does Wisconsin’s 2017 team compare all-time in Badgers history?

The Badgers had one of their strongest seasons in recent memory in 2017. The Wisconsin Badgers have had quite a program history, including a 22-year bowl streak, several Rose Bowl and New Year’s Six appearances, and a haul of talented NFL players.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 7

What are Wisconsin’s odds of winning the Big Ten Championship in 2025?

The Badgers have another deep team that should compete in the Big Ten in 2025. The Wisconsin Badgers underwent a roster overhaul this offseason, replacing their six seniors and other transfers with nine newcomers.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 6

Inside How a Veteran Wisconsin Football OL Can Lead the Offense During the 2025-26 Season

The Wisconsin football program is inching towards the start of one of the toughest seasons in recent history which could also be a pivotal year. The Badgers previously finished last season without bowl eligibility in hand, snapping a two decade long streak that had become tradition for the program.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 6

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: A Small, Yet Strong Class Could Round Out 2026 Cycle

The Wisconsin football staff has begun to slow down and step away from the 2026 recruiting class after landing multiple top targets in the class. Previously, the Wisconsin staff managed to secure commitments from three-stars Zachary Taylor and Zion Legree in a short period of time.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 6

Impact Badgers: Key to Wisconsin Basketball Success Could Be 6-foot-3 Transfer

The Wisconsin basketball team will have plenty of new faces this upcoming season alongside a few key familiar ones, but one transfer could standout. Nick Boyd, a former FAU and San Diego State standout guard, transferred to Wisconsin during a whirlwind of a portal period.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 6

Impressive 2027 Wisconsin Football In-State Target Hints at First Program List

A top in-state recruit the Wisconsin football staff has kept a close eye on recently posted a potential hint in regards to cutting down schools. Korz Loken, the current top ranked 2027 recruit in Wisconsin, is a four-star tight end with explosive athleticism and a huge frame.