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2026 OL Falls ‘In Love’ With Wisconsin Football Program Following Successful Recent Camp

Following two camps with the Wisconsin football program, a 2026 offensive lineman from Illinois is beyond impressed with the program. Zach Poole, a versatile 6-foot-7-inch, 306-pound lineman, camped twice with the Badgers in just a matter of weeks.

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Wisconsin Football Commitment Watch: Who Will Commit to the Badgers 2026 Class Next?

While the Wisconsin football staff has added plenty of talent to the 2026 recruiting class, the biggest and best commitments may still be yet to come. Currently, the Wisconsin Badgers hold the 35th ranked class in the 2026 recruiting cycle without a true four-star commitment yet.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 18

Wisconsin Football: 2026 Three-Star Safety Target Receives Another Opposing Crystal Ball

The Wisconsin football staff had previously been closely tied to a top target at safety, but now have likely lost the race for a commitment. Nick Reddish, a three-star 2026 safety from North Carolina, has received a second crystal Ball prediction in favor of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish landing the recruit.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 18

Badgers offer 2027 in-state standout offensive lineman, son of AD

The Badgers offered Chris McIntosh’s son a scholarship on Tuesday after a camp. The Wisconsin Badgers extended an offer to 2027 three-star offensive tackle Ethan McIntosh, the son of Athletic Director Chris McIntosh, on Tuesday after he camped with the team.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 18

Wisconsin Badgers 2026 recruiting class moving up in national rankings after official visits

The month of June has been good to Luke Fickell and the University of Wisconsin football program on the recruiting trail, though there's still work to be done.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 18

Wisconsin has completely changed their recruiting process at a certain position

The Badgers are going for projection and athleticism at a key position. The Wisconsin Badgers secured another defensive commitment over the weekend, this time from three-star Texas safety Zachary Taylor.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 18

Wisconsin Badgers have more active NFL players than Illinois, Minnesota, Nebraska, among others

Fans of rival football programs love to argue over which team produces the best talent for the NFL. It's usually a subjective argument over quality of players, but the numbers show the Wisconsin Badgers are ahead of their closest rivals.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 18

Can the Badgers land Wisconsin’s next five-star prospect in the Class of 2027?

The Badgers have been in contact with a five-star in-state recruit. The Wisconsin Badgers have seen quite a few talented players in the state head elsewhere for college over the past few years.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 18

Wisconsin Badgers: Impressive 2025 In-State Track Star Announces ‘Dream’ Commitment

After receiving what he called a “dream” offer previously, the Wisconsin Badgers have picked up a track and field commitment from inside the state. Terron McCall, an accomplished multi-sport 2025 athlete, announced his commitment to the Badgers track and field program after some consideration.

College Football News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 18

SEC QB trash talks Big Ten competition, three years after getting blown out by Wisconsin Badgers

Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia thinks the competition in the Big Ten isn't on the same caliber as the SEC. It's a bold take from a quarterback whose last game against a Big Ten team was a 66-7 blowout from the Wisconsin Badgers.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 18

Why this 4-star receiver returned to visit the Wisconsin Badgers this week

MADISON, Wis. — Jayden Petit didn't participate in the University of Wisconsin football program's camp Tuesday, but his presence was felt. Petit, a consensus four-star recruit, returned to Wisconsin this week after recently taking his official visit the weekend of May 29-June 1.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 17

Wisconsin Football: 2026 Priority Target Impressed Following Official Visit

A major safety target visited the Wisconsin football staff in Madison recently and left impressed with the experience ahead of commitment time. Jamyan Theodore, a three-star defensive back in the 2026 recruiting class, has become a fast rising recruit on the board for Wisconsin.

Luke Fickell News / College Football News / June 17

Wisconsin Football Preview 2025: Luke Fickell Has To Start Delivering Wins for the Badgers

It’s not like Luke Fickell forgot how to coach. He did phenomenal things with Cincinnati, broke through the glass ceiling and got a Group of Five program into the College Football Playoff, and … Cincinnati wasn’t in the Big Ten, and it didn’t play the schedule Wisconsin has dealt with on his watch.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 17

Wisconsin Football: State of the 2026 recruiting class on defense

The Badgers have a lot to sort out at outside linebacker and safety. The Wisconsin Badgers have finished up their third (and likely final) weekend of official visits, bringing in their last major group of targets as they look to close on more players in the 2026 class.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 17

Wisconsin Badgers RBs Darrion Dupree, Dilin Jones flying under the radar ahead of 2025 season

With the departure of Tawee Walker, the Wisconsin Badgers have less than 700 yards of total rushing production returning from last year's team. It should be no surprise then than expectations are low for the running backs lining up behind Billy Edwards Jr.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 17

Wisconsin Football: State of the 2026 recruiting class on offense

The Badgers had a frenzy at wide receiver this weekend. The Wisconsin Badgers have finished up their third (and likely final) weekend of official visits, bringing in their last major group of targets as they look to close on more players in the 2026 class.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Bucky's 5th Quarter / June 17

Which defensive player is poised for a breakout season in 2025?

The Badgers have a few young defenders stepping into starting roles this year. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Wisconsin Badgers fans and fans across the country.

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Michael Farr News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / June 17

Catching up with 2026 in-state athlete after Wisconsin Badgers camp

MADISON, Wis. – Michael Farr showcased his physicality and athleticism inside Camp Randall Stadium on Sunday. Farr, a 2026 athlete from Racine Case, participated in the University of Wisconsin football program's third summer camp of 2025 on Sunday.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 16

Wisconsin Women’s Basketball: Top 2026 Target Schedules Exciting Official Visit

The Wisconsin women’s basketball staff has secured a visit with a top 2026 recruit and arguably the biggest recruit on the Badgers board. Kennedy “KK” Holman, a four-star 2026 recruit from Fishers, Indiana, has announced scheduled official visits with Wisconsin, Marquette, Arizona State, and Florida.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / June 16

'It Was Amazing to Hear Those Words': Wisconsin Football Offers In-State 2026 OL Big PWO

After putting in plenty of work in front of the Wisconsin football staff, an in-state lineman has earned a preferred walk-on offer with the Badgers. Aiden Dirksen, a 2026 offensive lineman, recently received a preferred walk-on offer from offensive line coach AJ Blazek.