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Former Wisconsin Badgers running back has died

The University of Wisconsin and South Dakota State football programs each released statements on the death of running back Nate White. White was 20 years old.

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Wisconsin Football Staff Aiming to Flip Impressive 2026 Cincinnati Commitment

The Wisconsin football staff had previous success landing an Ole Miss commitment, and now have set sights on a rising Cincinnati commitment. Jeremiah Gray, a 2026 three-star defensive lineman, has seen a burst of offers and visits recently in his recruitment.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 25

Wisconsin Football: Impressive 2026 DL Announces Kentucky Commitment

The Wisconsin football staff has unfortunately missed out on another 2026 defensive lineman as Ben Duncum committed to Kentucky earlier. Duncum, who was a top remaining recruit on the board for Wisconsin, announced a commitment to the Wildcats after previously setting a commitment decision date.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 25

Strong Former 2023 Class Wisconsin Football RB Tragically Passes Away

A tragic piece of news has struck Madison as a former Wisconsin football signee and running back has passed away in the night. Nate White, a former three-star running back who signed with the Badgers in the 2023 recruiting class, has passed away in his sleep.

Xavier Lucas News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 25

What’s next in Wisconsin’s battle vs. Miami with Xavier Lucas lawsuit?

The Badgers officially filed a lawsuit that was months in the making against Miami for tampering. Perhaps the biggest storyline for the Wisconsin Badgers this offseason was their saga with the Miami Hurricanes over defensive back Xavier Lucas’s departure from the program.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 25

3-star edge rusher chooses SEC school over Wisconsin Badgers

The University of Wisconsin football program still needs to find answers at the outside linebacker position for its 2026 class, as a familiar SEC school beats out the Badgers for a key target.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 25

What's gone into planning 'Made 'Em Believe' to celebrate a historic Wisconsin Badgers team

Ben Brust's in midst of quite a few life events leading up to a celebration of the most iconic University of Wisconsin men's basketball team in school history, but it's apparent that he's relishing the "all-encompassing" situation he's in.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 25

Can the Badgers bounce back after a disappointing 2024-25 season?

Wisconsin needs more from their returners if they’re to turn the page this season. With the NHL and PWHL drafts this week, what better time to start thinking about what the Wisconsin Badgers men’s hockey team will look like in 2025-26?

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 25

ESPN predicts another impressive season for Wisconsin men's basketball

Greg Gard and the University of Wisconsin men's basketball program seemingly came out of nowhere in 2024-25, striking gold by landing All-American John Tonje out of the transfer portal while rising stars John Blackwell and Nolan Winter took leaps in their sophomore season.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 24

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Strong 2026 DB Down to Three Programs

The Wisconsin football staff currently has one defensive back in the 2026 class in sight as commitments have begun to come flooding in. Ahead of the upcoming season, many recruits announce commitments and lock-in a collegiate future before finishing up high school football for good.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 24

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Badgers Likely Out on Top Remaining 2026 Safety Target

After making a significant push late, the Wisconsin football program appears to be on the outside looking in with one defensive recruit. Nick Reddish, a 2026 three-star safety, had been closely tied to the Notre Dame Fighting Irish after being a long time top Wisconsin target.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 24

Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Impressive 2026 RB Target Nearing Potential Announcement

The Wisconsin football staff have been waiting on a major commitment announcement which just might be around the corner. Amari Latimer, a three-star 2026 running back from Sandy Creek, Georgia, has been closely tied to the Wisconsin program since taking an official visit.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 24

Massive Wisconsin Football 2026 Edge Target Announces Commitment Date

The Wisconsin football staff received positive news in regards to a top 2026 recruiting target after the edge rusher announced a final school list. Jackson Ford, a four-star edge rusher from Pennsylvania, has announced a final list of schools alongside a commitment date.

4-Star OLB to Announce Commitment Friday: Wisconsin, Ohio State, Penn State, or Michigan?

Wisconsin is competing with the top Big Ten schools for a priority outside linebacker. The Wisconsin Badgers are a finalist for 2026 four-star outside linebacker Jackson Samuels-Ford, he announced on Tuesday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 24

Wisconsin Badgers outside linebacker target set to announce commitment Friday

The University of Wisconsin football program should know more about where they stand with two 2026 targets at a key position by the end of the week. The latest recruit to unveil a commitment date is consensus four-staroutside linebacker Jackson Samuels Ford.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 24

Camp Randall Stadium one of the 'Toughest Places to Play' in EA Sports College Football 26

The University of Wisconsin football program received love from one of the video game industry's hottest franchises. EA Sports College Football 2026 comes out next month, and EA Sports unveiled Tuesday its "Toughest Places to Play" for this latest installment of the game series.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 24

Badgers top OLB target down to 4 schools, to announce commitment Wednesday

The Badgers have a must-add at a position of need on Wednesday. The Wisconsin Badgers haven’t seen as much success recruiting the outside linebacker position this cycle.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 24

4 players who are primed to break out for Wisconsin Badgers on defense during 2025 season

Mike Tressel's unit fluctuated between stumping elite offenses and being obliterated by some of the Big Ten's lowest-scoring offenses. A disappointing theme emerged on the defensive end, regardless of the end result: The University of Wisconsin football team could not create negative plays.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 24

Why this in-state offensive lineman committed to the Wisconsin Badgers as a preferred walk-on

Aiden Dirksen thought a couple more opportunities would spring up soon, but he loved the University of Wisconsin football program and its culture. He didn't want to wait much longer.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 23

Wisconsin Football 2026 DL Commitment Takes Big SEC Official Visit

A Wisconsin football commitment took an official visit with a familiar SEC team this past weekend but remains locked into his choice. Djidjou Bah, a 2026

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 23

Strong Wisconsin Football 2026 Target Sets Commitment Announcement Date

An impressive Wisconsin football target in the 2026 recruiting class has announced a commitment date in just two days. Ben Duncum, a three-star defensive lineman in the 2026 recruiting class, has announced a commitment date for June 25th.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 23

Wisconsin Football: Impressive 2026 Three-Star DB Target Announces Syracuse Commitment

The Wisconsin football program has lost a race to land a commitment from a 2026 three-star recruit who recently joined the board. Chase Geter, a defensive back from Virginia, is a three-star recruit who received a scholarship from Wisconsin back in January.

Garett Bolles News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 23

Badgers offensive line commit works out with All-Pro tackle

A Badgers commit posted a photo after a workout with Garrett Bolles. The Wisconsin Badgers are in the midst of a crucial recruiting period, as they try to secure commitments from their top targets in the 2026 class.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21

Wisconsin football makes history with lawsuit against Miami

Wisconsin football makes NCAA history with tampering lawsuit against Miami

The NIL era has essentially turned college football into a professional sport, and we now have our first tampering lawsuit between major programs. Wisconsin and its NIL collective filed a tampering lawsuit against Miami on Friday, according to court documents that were obtained by Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Sports.

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