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Wisconsin Badgers DB Provides Strong One Word Response to Overturn of 5th-Year Ruling

The Wisconsin Badgers have lost a member of the team after the waiver that had been being provided was reversed in court today. Nyzier Fourqurean, a former Division-II athlete for Grand Valley State, filed an injunction and requested to have a waiver granting him eligibility for the upcoming season.

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What does Wisconsin do at cornerback after losing starter to surprise ruling?

Wisconsin got some crushing news on Wednesday regarding one of their starter cornerbacks. The Wisconsin Badgers faced some unfortunate news on Wednesday, as Nyzier Fourqurean’s eligibility waiver was denied after the NCAA won an appeal overturning an injunction that would’ve granted the cornerback an opportunity to play in 2025.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 17

Badgers freshman shines with performances at FIBA U20 Eurobasket

A Wisconsin freshman is making his mark known for his native country. The Wisconsin Badgers went into the overseas pool of talent with their 2025 recruiting class, landing New Zealand guard Hayden Jones and Lithuanian forward Aleksas Bieliauskas in the cycle.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 17

Badgers hire general manager for men’s basketball to help with personnel, NIL

The Badgers are joining the trend of hiring a general manager. The Wisconsin Badgers have joined the trend and hired a general manager for their men’s basketball team.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 16

Top options for Wisconsin Badgers to replace Nyzier Fourqueran at cornerback

The Wisconsin Badgers less than 45 days until the season opener against Miami (OH), and the coaching staff will need to scramble to fill a hole at cornerback.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 16

Badgers reveal full non-conference schedule with several major opponents

Wisconsin’s full non-conference schedule has been released. There has been quite a bit of hype surrounding the Wisconsin Badgers and their non-conference schedule this offseason, as the school has put together several quality matchups with high majors.

Nyzier Fourqurean News / WI Sports Heroics / July 16

Wisconsin Badgers Tasked With Finding Next Man Up Following Brutal 5th-Year Loss

With the Wisconsin Badgers now down a defensive back, someone will have to step-up on defense or the staff will need to get creative moving forward. Graduate corner back Nyzier Fourqurean was granted a waiver in February that allowed the defensive back to play another year of college football.

Nyzier Fourqurean News / WI Sports Heroics / July 16

Wisconsin Badgers Lose Strong Returning DB For 2025-26 Season Following NCAA Appeal

The Wisconsin Badgers received unfortunate news today after a previous appeal by the NCAA was approved, causing a sudden shift in Madison. Defensive back and Badgers veteran leader Nyzier Fourqurean transferred into the program two seasons ago and had an instant impact with two sacks and 39 total tackles.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 16

Badgers starting cornerback has eligibility injunction overturned by NCAA appeal, can’t play in 2025

The Badgers got some crushing news on Wednesday. The Wisconsin Badgers got some crushing news on Wednesday, as starting cornerback Nyzier Fourqurean's injunction that would’ve allowed him to play in 2025 was overturned on appeal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 16

Wisconsin Badgers Impact Players: Two-Time Basketball Target Prepared to Impress During ’25-26

Last season, the Wisconsin Badgers put together a team that combined both under-the-radar transfer portal talent with high school recruits. The Badgers found immense success last season after embracing both a new play model on the court as well as becoming an aggressive program in the portal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 16

4 of Wisconsin Badgers' Big Ten rivals among biggest NIL spenders in college football

When the Wisconsin Badgers are competing against top Big Ten programs on the recruiting trail, it's pretty likely they're getting out-spent. On3 college football reporter Pete Nakos surveyed coaches, administrators and agents around the country to find out which teams are spending the most on their rosters.

NFL News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 16

Melvin Gordon drops, Rob Havenstein jumps up in PFF re-draft of 2015 NFL Draft

Melvin Gordon didn't have the type of NFL success he might have wanted after his record-setting collegiate career at Wisconsin. But even with hindsight, the Badgers' legendary running back still deserved to be a first-round pick in 2015.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 16

Wisconsin Badgers Maintaining Close Contact With Strong 2027 PA Safety

The Wisconsin Badgers staff extended a scholarship to an unranked 2027 safety previously who many believe to be an under-the-radar gem. Julius Fuentes-Bream, a Harrisburg, Pennsylvania native who attends Bishop McDevitt, currently remains unranked in some databases.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 15

Wisconsin Badgers Extend Offer to Impressive Four-Star 2026 Forward

The Wisconsin Badgers have joined a growing list of programs extending offers to an impressive 2026 forward who has excelled this summer. Quinn Costello, a 2026 four-star power forward from Boston, Massachusetts, has quietly become one of the top stock-risers this summer.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 15

What is Wisconsin’s ceiling in 2025?

The Badgers have quite the schedule in 2025. 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 / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 15

Badgers rookie shines in NBA debut, hits go-ahead 3-pointer in last minute of regulation

Wisconsin’s top rookie had a day in his NBA debut. The long-awaited NBA debut for former Wisconsin Badgers star John Tonje came on Monday, and it’s safe to say he didn’t disappoint.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 15

Which recruits are the Badgers still targeting on offense in the 2026 class?

Wisconsin has missed out on a lot of recruits this summer. What’s next? The Wisconsin Badgers have put together a 15-man recruiting class in the 2026 cycle so far, splashing big with four-star wide receiver Jayden Petit and four-star running back Amari Latimer.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 15

Wisconsin Football 2025 Schedule: Ranking Games From Easiest to Hardest, Part 1

What are the toughest games on Wisconsin’s schedule in 2025? It’s a bit hard to believe that the Wisconsin Badgers’ season opener is mere weeks away, so it’s a good time to peek ahead at this blistering schedule to guess how each game might stack up relative to the others as far as difficulty.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / July 15

Wisconsin Badgers: Early Top 2028 Prospect Gaining Strong Interest Ahead of Breakout Season

The Wisconsin Badgers football staff has taken a more aggressive recruiting approach moving forward which could pay off with top recruits. The 2026 recruiting cycle is nearly complete for the Badgers and a shift in focus has occurred with the 2027 and 2028 cycles beginning to heat up.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / July 15

Wisconsin freshman to represent home country in Eurobasket U20

The Badgers have several freshmen competing in overseas tournaments this offseason. The Wisconsin Badgers had their biggest recruiting class in recent

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 15

Wisconsin football staff goes on recruiting blitz with at least 6 new offers for 2027, 2028 classes

Luke Fickell's staff was busy on the recruiting trail Monday, looking ahead to the future. At least six different recruits for the classes of 2027 and 2028 announced new scholarship offers from the Wisconsin Badgers over the course of about eight hours.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / July 14

Wisconsin Badgers 4-star RB commit cracks Top 200 of Rivals 2026 recruiting rankings

When the Wisconsin Badgers landed a commitment from four-star running back Amari Latimer, everyone knew it was a big get for Luke Fickell's staff. Now, it's becoming more clear just how important of a recuit Latimer is for the class of 2026.