Wisconsin Badgers Secure Notable 2027 Visitor for Iowa Hawkeyes Clash – 'It Shows There is Mutual Interest'

The Wisconsin Badgers recruiting department has begun to send out visit invitations and recruits are booking a chance to see Madison up close.

One such recruit who has flown under the radar thus far is 2027 linebacker Jackson Reynolds, an Ohio native with a unique connection to the program. Reynolds is currently not ranked in the 2027 class, but likely will make an appearance after putting another strong season under his belt. Toledo offered the linebacker a scholarship in March to kick-off his Division-I offer list with Eastern Michigan soon following.

The talented linebacker does not hold an offer from a handful of programs who are currently interested however such as Kentucky, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Pittsburgh, Michigan State, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Each program is expected to continue to take a closer look and more offers could develop shortly for the recruit.

When asked about how the recruiting process has felt so far, Reynolds replied, “The recruiting process has been exciting but also a learning experience. I’ve enjoyed building relationships with coaches and getting to see how different programs operate both on and off the field.”

Reynolds also added, “Early on, I was looking for a program where I could continue to develop as a player, compete at a high level, and be part of a culture that emphasizes accountability, teamwork, and personal growth.” The linebacker noted that academic support and assistance provided outside of football have both become major factors in his recruiting process.

Wisconsin Badgers Lock-In Iowa Visit with 2027 Linebacker Jackson Reynolds

When the Wisconsin Badgers and director of recruiting Pat Lambert extended the opportunity to visit the program, Reynolds pounced and quickly booked a visit for October 11th. The linebacker will be in attendance for the clash between the Badgers and the Iowa Hawkeyes as he receives his first up-close look at the program.

“I’m really looking forward to experiencing a Wisconsin game day firsthand. Being on campus, seeing the energy of the fans, and getting a feel for the team’s culture on one of the biggest days of the season is going to be exciting. I’m also looking forward to meeting the coaches and players in person, learning more about the program, and seeing how I could fit in both on and off the field,” stated Reynolds.