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Luke Fickell recruiting more in-state talent for Wisconsin Badgers 2027 class than previous years

Luke Fickell has been criticized plenty for the perception that his Badgers' staff doesn't recruit enough within the state of Wisconsin. So far, they're stepping it up for the class of 2027.

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Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 12

Wisconsin Badgers land 2027 in-state commitment from a familiar face

The Wisconsin Badgers have picked up a 2027 class commitment from a notable in-state prospect with an extremely close connection to the program. Ethan McIntosh, the son of Badgers’ athletic director Chris McIntosh, announced his commitment to the program this evening.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / November 12

3 Wisconsin Badgers seniors suing NCAA to pursue fifth year of football eligibility

Three of the Wisconsin Badgers senior starters are trying to get another year of eligibility from the NCAA. Tight end Lance Mason, kicker Nathanial Vakos and long snapper Nick Levy filed a class-action lawsuit along with two other Power 4 football players from other schools, seeking to challenge the NCAA's four-year eligibility rules.

Greg Gard News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / November 12

Freshmen big men giving Wisconsin Badgers frontcourt a spark while sharing the floor

MADISON, Wis. -- Greg Gard knew before the season started that he'd have to rely on one or both of Will Garlock and Aleksas Bieliauskas to play consistent minutes off the bench.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 12

2027 DL Dawayne Jones adds Badgers to Initial Top 12 List

The Wisconsin Badgers continue to make moves within the 2027 recruiting class and now have landed among the top programs in line for an Oklahoma recruit.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / November 12

Biggest takeaways from No.24 Wisconsin Badgers' 86-55 victory over Ball State

MADISON, Wis. - The University of Wisconsin is still trying to get its rhythm and timing down, not surprising considering the Badgers are trying to meld three returning rotation players with four transfers and two freshmen.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / November 11

Notes: Wisconsin extends the third-longest streak in the Big Ten

MADISON, Wis. - Behind a double-double from junior center Nolan Winter, No.24 Wisconsin defeated Ball State, 86-55, at the Kohl Center. The Badgers have now started the season 3-0 in back-to-back years and the fourth time in the last six seasons.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 12

Wisconsin Badgers aim to build a winning streak against 1-1 Bowling Green

The Wisconsin Badgers women’s basketball team picked up a solid team win over the Milwaukee Panthers and now will enter the second game of a homestand.

Nolan Winter News / WI Sports Heroics / November 11

Nolan Winter, Wisconsin Badgers secure turnover-filled 86-55 win over Ball State

The Wisconsin Badgers were able to overcome an uncharacteristically sloppy game to secure the third win of the season in as many games. The visiting Ball State Cardinals came into Madison with plenty to prove as the team aims to avoid three straight seasons without a MAC tournament appearance at the end of the year.

Luke Fickell News / Wisconsin Badgers on SI / November 11

Luke Fickell doesn't commit to a starting quarterback for Wisconsin's game against IU

The Wisconsin Badgers' already messy quarterback situation took a turn for the worse during Saturday's 13-10 win over Washington when starter Danny O'Neil was carted off the field with a lower body injury.

Wisconsin Badgers News / WI Sports Heroics / November 11

Badgers’ staff completes flip of dynamic 2026 RB 'Fatboy' Wiggins

The Wisconsin Badgers have successfully added another key player to the 2026 recruiting class after flipping a running back with new SEC interests. Qwantavius “Fatboy” Wiggins is a running back from Langston Hughes (GA) who has a tendency of breaking away from the opposing defenders.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Big Ten Network / November 10

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College Football News / Yardbarker / November 8

Wisconsin had unexpected passing leader in upset win vs. Washington

Wisconsin had unexpected passing leader in upset win against Washington

Luke Fickell's Wisconsin Badgers scratched out a surprising 13-10 upset win over No. 24 Washington, and the biggest shock came in the form of the Badgers' leading passer.

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College Football News / Field Level Media / November 8

Wisconsin upsets No. 23 Washington to snap six-game skid

Freshman quarterback Carter Smith came off the bench to run for one touchdown and direct a second-half comeback as host Wisconsin snapped a six-game losing streak.

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Luke Fickell News / Total Apex Sports / November 7

Wisconsin Badgers AD Confirms Luke Fickell Isn’t On The Hot Seat

Despite a deeply disappointing 2-6 start to the season, Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell has received a public vote of confidence from the university’s athletic department.

Wisconsin Badgers News / Yardbarker / November 6

Wisconsin isn't ready to give up on HC Luke Fickell just yet

Given the big names that have been fired around the college football ranks this season, and when combined with the program's struggles over the past three years, it seemed possible that Wisconsin's Luke Fickell could be the next prominent coach to get sacked. But it's not happening.

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