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Wisconsin Badgers’ Nolan Winter did not hold back in reaction to John Blackwell’s transfer portal decision

John Blackwell is taking his talents somewhere else. After completing his junior season with the Wisconsin Badgers, Blackwell announced that he is entering the college basketball transfer portal.

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John Blackwell's Departure Reveals Where Wisconsin Stands in Modern College Basketball Landscape

In a move even those wearing the most Cardinal-tinted lenses could foresee, Wisconsin basketball lost its star shooting guard John Blackwell to the transfer portal Monday.

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Wisconsin Makes the Cut for Fast-Rising 2027 Defensive Lineman Anitoni Tahi

Fast-rising 2027 defensive lineman Anitoni Tahi recently narrowed down his list of suitors, and the Badgers officially made the cut. Tahi, a massive interior prospect out of Chandler, Arizona, is becoming a priority target for Wisconsin's defensive coaching staff as they look to restock the defensive trenches with Big Ten-ready bodies.

John Blackwell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 6

Three landing spots for former Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell

MADISON, Wis. - A mentally taxing season and the hopes of a giant college basketball payday have John Blackwell giving himself options for a fresh start.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 5

Why This Wisconsin Forward Could Start a New Transfer Portal Trend for the Badgers

Wisconsin basketball head coach Greg Gard and his staff have had a tremendous run of success in the transfer portal, especially over the last three seasons.

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Three Skills Owen Foxwell Immediately Brings to Wisconsin Basketball

The Badgers' offseason reload began in earnest Saturday, when Wisconsin basketball added a key piece to its 2026-27 roster by flipping Australian LSU commit Owen Foxwell in the class of 2026.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 4

Three Confirmed Official Visits That Will be Crucial for Wisconsin Football

The Madison cold will soon thaw and give way to a beautiful Wisconsin summer. With the warm weather comes the start of official visit season for Badger football, arguably the most crucial period on the high school recruiting calendar.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 4

Potential Key Transfer Portal Target Emerges for Wisconsin Basketball

Sometimes, the ebbs and flows of the transfer portal take you by surprise. And sometimes, you can see certain things coming from a mile away. Could Wisconsin basketball pursue recent portal entry and former Portland Pilot star Joel Foxwell?

Greg Gard News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 4

Greg Gard states the obvious when analyzing Wisconsin basketball's 2025-26 season

MADISON, Wis. - The television in the Gard household has stayed pretty quiet. With the transfer portal officially opening Tuesday, the official starting point of a roster-building feeding frenzy, head coach Greg Gard has spent a good portion of his time focused on restructuring and building a competitive team for the 2026-27 season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 3

Wisconsin Badgers land international recruit before the transfer portal window

MADISON, Wis. - The first domino of Wisconsin's offseason fell on Friday night. With the transfer portal days away from opening, the Badgers continued their international pipeline by flipping South East Melbourne Phoenix guard Owen Foxwell from LSU on Friday.

Greg Gard News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 3

Greg Gard Opens Up About How Wisconsin Lost to High Point

Wisconsin basketball's 83-82 loss to High Point in the Round of 64 in the 2026 NCAA Tournament was as shocking a loss as any in recent program history.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 3

Wisconsin Football Skyrockets in National Recruiting Rankings After Blue-Chip Commits

It's early yet in the 2027 recruiting cycle, and like we found out last fall, a dismal on-field season could still certainly dismantle what was once considered a strong recruiting class for the Badgers.

Watch: Wisconsin at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Softball | 04/03/2026

Montee Ball News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 3

Three reasons why Kingston Allen's commitment is a big deal for Wisconsin football

MADISON, Wis. - The wall around the state of Wisconsin is once again covered in cardinal and white. The Badgers likely completed their impressive in-state haul on Friday afternoon when Green Bay Notre Dame Academy running back Kingston Allen announced he would be committing to Wisconsin's 2027 recruiting class.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 3

In-State 2027 RB Kingston Allen Commits to Wisconsin

Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin football coaching staff stay white-hot on the recruiting trail, landing their eigth commitment in the 2027 class. And amazingly, all eight players are in-state prospects.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / April 2

Wisconsin basketball offers newly available in-state star

MADISON, Wis. - The best in-state basketball player is back on the market, and the University of Wisconsin is finally interested in forward Zavier Zens.

Wisconsin Badgers kick off Frozen Four against strong #2 North Dakota

After pulling off a massive upset win, the Wisconsin Badgers will travel to Las Vegas to play in the 2026 Frozen Four against North Dakota. Last time out on the ice Wisconsin faced Big Ten Rival and third-ranked program Michigan State in the regional final.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / April 2

Badgers set to host big 2027 Texas Defensive Lineman Kingston Beyer

The Wisconsin Badgers will have a notable recruit from the 2027 cycle on campus this coming weekend for his first visit. All Saints (TX) defensive lineman Kingston Beyer will be on campus this coming weekend for an initial visit with the Badgers’ staff.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Yardbarker / April 1

Wisconsin lands two huge in-state OL commits from Hunter, Reece Mallinger

The Wisconsin Badgers have always been known for having big, elite offensive lines, and they're undoubtedly looking to continue that tradition in the Luke Fickell era.

Oklahoma loses No. 1 RB recruit with Texas looming large

Notre Dame lands four-star RB Isaiah Rogers over Georgia, Indiana and Penn State

Likely No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza evaluates his Indiana pro day

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Former Wisconsin Football Player Has Sadly Died At 25

It was unfortunately confirmed on Tuesday night that former Wisconsin tight end Jack Pugh has died. He was only 24 years old. The cause of Pugh's death has not been announced at this time.