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Wisconsin Football: 2027 In-State OL Receives Huge Three-Star Rating

A top 2027 in-state recruit has been on the radar of the Wisconsin football staff, and now picks up a third star. Ethan McIntosh, a 2027 offensive lineman, is a native of Verona, Wisconsin and has been on the recruiting circuit for quite some time.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 13

Wisconsin Football 2026 Commitment Set For Big Campus Visit Once Again

The Wisconsin football staff is set to host a number of top 2027 recruits alongside a key 2026 Badgers commitment. Tayshon Bardo, a three-star 2026 wide receiver, is back on campus in Madison this weekend for a key visit with the staff.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 13

Wisconsin Football: Big 2026 OL Commitment Doubles Down With ‘1000% a Badger’ Post

A top Wisconsin football commitment in the 2026 recruiting class has backed up his commitment to the Badgers in a recent post. Maddox Cochrane, a 2026 three-star commitment for the Badgers, recently explained his commitment in depth after worries grew about more potential flips within the Wisconsin class.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 13

Wisconsin Football Staff Lands New Top Ranked 2026 Commitment Zachary Taylor

After hosting Zachary Taylor for an official visit, the Wisconsin football staff quickly locked-in a commitment with the defensive back. Taylor, a three-star 2026 defensive back from Texas, announced his commitment to the Badgers just days after stepping foot on campus for the first time.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 13

Badgers land commitment from speedy 2026 defensive back

Wisconsin’s safety room finally kicked off with a commitment on Friday. The Wisconsin Badgers have secured a commitment from 2026 three-star defensive back Zachary Taylor, he announced on Friday.

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Wisconsin Badgers land commitment from speedy Texas safety

The University of Wisconsin football program has found recruiting success in Texas in the last decade. A speedster from the Houston metropolitan area is the latest to

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Wisconsin Badgers football could see change to single transfer portal window in winter or spring

The age of frequent transfers in college football could start slowing down as the NCAA settlement in the House case goes into effect. In addition to the potential for players staying put for longer, athletes may have fewer windows to transfer if they want to.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 13

Wisconsin Badgers could see fewer player transfers under new NCAA revenue sharing model

College sports are entering a new era following the NCAA's settlement in the House case, which establishes a revenue sharing model and a salary cap for athletics programs.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 13

Another Badgers non-conference opponent revealed for 2025 schedule

The Badgers will take on a Big East team in the Rady Children’s Invitational. The Wisconsin Badgers have another non-conference opponent revealed, as they’ll take on the Providence Friars in the first round of the Rady Children’s Invitational in late November.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 13

Will Dilin Jones or Darrion Dupree be the top back in 2025?

The Badgers have two young running backs vying for a big role in 2025. The Wisconsin Badgers had quite a bit of movement in the transfer portal this offseason.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 13

Wisconsin football's 'goal on offense' a key reason for 4-star tight end committing to Badgers

The University of Wisconsin football program was Jack Sievers' "first big interest," but it was his recent trip to Madison that sealed it for him. Wisconsin offered Sievers, currently a four-star recruit by ESPN, during his sophomore year.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 13

How big is the loss of Max Stienecker to Wisconsin’s recruiting department?

Wisconsin lost their top recruiting ace this offseason to a rival Big Ten school. One of the biggest departures for the Wisconsin Badgers this offseason was not a player, but rather a staffer: General Manager Max Stienecker.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 12

Wisconsin Football Staff Set to Host Former 2026 SEC Commitment For OV

The Wisconsin football staff is set to have one of the top additions to the recruiting board on campus for an official visit this weekend. Zion Legree, a 2026 three-star wide receiver, will be making an official visit this weekend in Madison for his first visit.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 12

Wisconsin Football: Impressive 2027 OLB Mason Oglesby Set to Return to Campus

While the chaos of Bucky’s BBQ will unfold on campus, the Wisconsin football staff will invite an interesting prospect back in for a visit. Mason Oglesby, a 2027 tight end and outside linebacker, is a native of Indiana and has been closely tied to Wisconsin within the 2027 class thus far.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 12

Wisconsin Football Coaches Penalized For Now Legal 2023 Phone Calls

Wisconsin football head coach Luke Fickell and outside linebackers coach Matt Mitchell will serve minor suspensions for 2023 violations. In a newly released NCAA referendum, the NCAA notified officials that the Wisconsin football program had committed recruiting violations dating back to 2023 according to Colton Bartholomew of Badger Extra.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 12

Waunakee standout 'over the moon' after receiving preferred walk-on offer from Wisconsin Badgers

McCoy Smith's played on the defensive side of the ball for Waunakee, but a request from Nate Letton took him a little by surprise. But Smith rolled with it, and now he has an opportunity to play for the University of Wisconsin football team.

Luke Fickell News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 12

Will the transfer portal be the answer for the Badgers going forward?

Luke Fickell identified where the Badgers have to adapt in the Big Ten. The Wisconsin Badgers were one of the busiest teams in the transfer portal this offseason, bringing in 21 transfers and landing a top-15 class in the country, according to 247Sports.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 12

Wisconsin Badgers' reported NCAA penalties for 2023 recruiting violation should have minimal impact

The NCAA handed down penalties to the Wisconsin Badgers for violating a recruiting rule in 2023 that has since changed, as first reported by the Wisconsin State Journal.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 12

Report: NCAA penalizes Wisconsin for recruiting violations in 2023

Several Badgers staffers violated recruiting roles and the program is facing penalties as a result. The Wisconsin Badgers are being penalized for recruiting violations that occurred back in 2023 by several staffers, according to a report from BadgerExtra’s Colten Bartholomew.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 12

Will Mike Tressel’s defense actually be better in 2025?

The Badgers made a lot of changes on the defensive side of the ball. The Wisconsin Badgers had a disappointing 2024 campaign, going 5-7 and ending the year on five straight losses.

Luke Fickell News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 12

Is Luke Fickell in a make-or-break situation at Wisconsin in 2025?

The pressuring is increasing on the Badgers head coach ahead of Year 3. It’s been a disappointing start to the Luke Fickell era for the Wisconsin Badgers, who missed a bowl game for the first time in 22 years last season as they stumbled to a 5-7 record.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / June 11

Badgers Trending for 3-Star DB Zachary Taylor

The Wisconsin football team is looking to regain some momentum on the recruiting trail. They earned five commitments over their first official visit weekend, but have been searching for No.