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Wisconsin Football Buy Or Sell: Ryan Hopkins, Problematic Defense, Elite Special Teams

We are two weeks into the Wisconsin football season, and I still don't think we've learned anything definitive about this team. The first half of the Notre Dame game and the first quarter of the Western Illinois game would suggest this is a vastly improved team from a season ago.

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B1G Power Rankings: Badgers Inch Higher as Conference Endures Week 2 Bloodbath

Outside of Michigan upsetting Oklahoma in the Big House, Week 2 was a rough look for the Big Ten. Ohio State collapsed against Texas in the second half.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 14

One of Wisconsin Football's Biggest Question Marks is now a 'Weapon' for the Badgers

Heading into the 2026 season, Wisconsin football's roster appeared better resourced and significantly reinforced after the dismal 4-8 campaign a year ago.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 14

Wisconsin Football Stock Report: Who’s Up and Who’s Down After Win Over Western Illinois

Wisconsin got in the win column for the first time in 2026, downing FCS Western Illinois 36-9 on Saturday. There were both bright spots and areas for improvement in the home opener at Camp Randall Stadium.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 14

The Real Concern for Wisconsin Football's Defense Through Two Weeks

The Badgers knew they were going to have to be able to hang their hat on a stout defense this fall if they want to turn their program around. With fourth-year

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 14

Game Time for Wisconsin Football's Huge Clash With Penn State Announced

Wisconsin football now officially knows when it will kick off Big Ten play. The Badgers will open their 2026 conference season against Penn State on Sept.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 14

Wisconsin Football Report Card: Grading Every Position After Western Illinois Win

After suffering a lopsided defeat against Notre Dame at Lambeau Field in Week 1, Wisconsin bounced back with a victory over Western Illinois in Week 2.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 13

Grading Each Phase of Wisconsin's Victory in its Home Opener

Week two is in the books and Wisconsin is in the win column for the first time in 2026. Was it pretty? Absolutely not, but it was a win. With just one game remaining before hitting the ground running in the Big Ten, there’s a lot for this team to clean up.

Colton Joseph News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 12

Why it's Not Time to Panic About Colton Joseph Despite Struggles vs. Western Illinois

It wasn't the most consistent against Notre Dame, but Colton Joseph looked good in his Badgers debut; fiery and competitive with some dangerous mobility and an arm with upside.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 12

Wisconsin Gets Back on Track With a Win in its Home Opener, but not Without Struggle

MADISON, Wisconsin — As Abu Sama scored from 72 yards out on Wisconsin’s first play from scrimmage on Saturday night, it looked like things would get ugly in a hurry for Western Illinois.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 12

3 Things Wisconsin Football Must Prove Against FCS Western Illinois

After Luke Fickell and the Badgers opened the 2026 campaign with yet another disappointing loss to a highly-ranked team, there's an air of unease around Wisconsin football.

Montee Ball News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 11

Badgers Legend Likes What He Sees: 'Gonna be a Really Good Wisconsin Football Team'

In the first half against Notre Dame, Wisconsin football looked like Wisconsin football. Its defense was swarming and opportunistic. Its offense, though a bit stuck in the mud in terms of the running game, still managed to move the ball methodically.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 11

Wisconsin Football is Undefeated vs. FCS Teams—But How Many Close Calls Have There Been?

Wisconsin football will play one of its token buy games Saturday night, as it hosts the Western Illinois Leathernecks from the Football Championship Subdivision, or FCS.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 11

Badgers NFL Draft Stock Watch: Malachi Coleman, Sebastian Cheeks Turn Heads

Times have been tough for Wisconsin football on and off the field. Sure, the Badgers are looking to bounce back from their worst season since 1990, but they're also coming off their weakest NFL draft class since 1978.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 11

3 Storylines I'm Watching Closely in Wisconsin's Home Opener Versus Western Illinois

When a game is supposed to be as one-sided as Wisconsin’s tilt with Western Illinois should be, there’s not a ton to read into in the week leading up. The Badgers are coming off a deflating loss to Notre Dame, but a date with an FCS team coming off a 41-10 loss of its own marks a chance to bounce back.

Malachi Coleman News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 10

Badgers' Breakout WR Malachi Coleman Opens Up About What Held Him Back at Past Schools

Wisconsin senior wide receiver Malachi Coleman is an impressive young man. He's quite an impressive football player, too. The former consensus top-60 recruit in the country has always oozed talent.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 11

Badgers Confidence Meter: How I Feel About the Pass Defense, Spread, More ahead of Week 2

Wisconsin football found out a lot about itself in a disappointing Week 1 loss to No. 4 Notre Dame. Say what you will about how the game was closer than the final score indicates, but the Badgers ultimately got throttled by the Irish, re-affirming how far away they are from competing with the nation's elite.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 10

3 Predictions for Wisconsin Football's Week 2 Clash With FCS Western Illinois

Coming off a tough loss against a national title contender in No. 4 Notre Dame to kick off the season, Wisconsin football now gets to face an opponent of significantly lower quality.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / September 10

3 Matchups that Will Decide the Game Between Wisconsin and Western Illinois

To say Wisconsin’s season-opener against Notre Dame was a tale of two halves would be an understatement. On Saturday night at Camp Randall, if the Badgers

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 4

Notre Dame vs. Wisconsin game already expected to be one-sided

It's that exciting time of year when college football is back, baby. The games are already in full swing, and football Saturdays are a very real thing right now.

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College Football News / Mike Farrell Sports / September 1

Wisconsin Badgers Football: 3 Keys to Eight Wins in 2026

One year ago, I laid out three keys for the Badgers to win eight games in 2025: rebuild the running game, improve on money downs and win the middle eight.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Viral Sports News / August 27

Former Wisconsin Badgers WR Gets Terminated by NFL Team

Another former Wisconsin Badgers receiver is looking for a new NFL home. The Arizona Cardinals have waived wide receiver Bryson Green as they began cutting the roster toward the regular-season deadline.

Mason Reiger News / Viral Sports News / August 24

Former Wisconsin Badgers Standout Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Mason Reiger’s Wisconsin chapter was brief, productive, and typical of the program’s recent NFL pipeline: one year in Madison, real production on the edge, then a long shot in the league.

Joe Pavelski News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 20

Joe Pavelski Joins Wisconsin Badgers Staff

Former player Joe Pavelski has found a new gig for the 2026-27 season, but it won’t be in the NHL. According to an announcement from the program, the University of Wisconsin has hired Pavelski as Director of Player Development.

Cause Of Death Revealed For Wisconsin Tight End Who Tragically Passed Away At 24

The cause of death for former Wisconsin football player Jack Pugh has been officially released four months after his sudden passing. Pugh died on March 30 at just 24 years old, according to a report from the Franklin County Coroner’s Office obtained by People.