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The upcoming 2026 WIAA football season promises drama across the Appleton corridor, with defending champions adjusting to new divisions, title contenders battling for the Fox Valley Association crown, and emerging stars poised to make their mark.
Projected wins, close contests and defensive strengths define the Hawkeyes’ 2026 campaign as head coach Kirk Ferentz enters his 28th year.
A look at the Freedom Irish football team’s roster, strategy and ambitions as they aim for a deeper playoff run in 2026.
The university announced an 11‑game schedule that opens with home games against Cleary College and Rochester Christian, includes a trip to Madison, and sets up a series of road tests against Big Ten and Mid‑American opponents.
A preview of the upcoming season highlights a signing class with limited goal records, raising questions about Marquette’s ability to improve on a modest scoring average.
PJ Wilkins, a massive offensive tackle from Atlanta, transfers to Wisconsin to become a leader on the line, aiming to blend his physical gifts with the program’s ‘O‑line U’ tradition.
The Badgers open the 2026‑27 campaign with a two‑game home series against Robert Morris on October 2‑3, then travel to Milwaukee for a holiday tournament before a series of road and home games against a mix of traditional rivals.
The Bay Port Pirates are once again perched at the center of Wisconsin high school football conversation, chasing a third consecutive appearance in the state title game this fall.
The 2025 season ended with fifteen FBS dismissals and $270 million in buyouts, setting a high‑stakes backdrop for six coaches whose recent records demand immediate improvement
The 2026 edition of Bruce Feldman’s College Football ‘Freaks List’ spotlights three Penn State standouts — wide receiver Brett Eskildsen, linebacker Tony Rojas and cornerback Audavion Collins — who bring elite speed and athleticism as the team prepares for marquee matchups against Marshall and Wisconsin.
A look at the coaches whose jobs hang in the balance as the upcoming season approaches, highlighting performance woes, roster upheavals and off‑field controversies.
Eight Power Five coaches were dismissed in 2025, triggering $270 million in buyouts and leaving several programs scrambling for stability before the next campaign.
Wisconsin’s spring drills revealed standout contributions across offense, defense and leadership, setting an optimistic tone for the upcoming campaign.
Edgewood University announced the appointment of Jon Gulrajani, a coach with a distinguished record at several Wisconsin institutions, to lead its women's soccer program, emphasizing tradition, excellence and community pride.
An analysis of Iowa’s low penalty rate, its coaching roots, and the upcoming challenges that test the Hawkeyes’ disciplined approach.
A true freshman from Florida transformed his body through a 6,000‑calorie daily diet and early‑morning protein shakes, emerging as a more formidable presence for the Badgers.
The arrival of Matt Campbell marks a pivotal shift for the Nittany Lions, blending Big 12 defensive expertise with a roster reshaped by transfers and early‑season challenges.
Wisconsin football will hold a public practice on Aug. 18 at Camp Randall Stadium, offering fans a first look at the 2026 roster, new quarterback Colton Joseph and the upcoming clash with Notre Dame at Lambeau Field.
The Raiders reveal a full slate of games that includes early exhibitions, series against Wisconsin and Penn State, and a festive Thanksgiving weekend in Lake Placid, setting the stage for a competitive ECAC Hockey campaign.
Despite a three‑win improvement, the University of Washington football team exposed vulnerabilities in depth, quarterback maturity and special teams that proved costly in key matchups.
The Badgers will open the season against Denver and navigate a demanding stretch of early games, including exhibition matchups and a series of neutral‑site contests.
USC Trojans media day showcased the revival of the historic USC‑Notre Dame rivalry, the arrival of top recruit Boobie Feaster, and the progress of key players ahead of the August 29 opener.
The Wisconsin Badgers begin preseason drills, spotlighting key position battles, injury recoveries and new leadership ahead of the upcoming season.
During Big Ten media days, head coach Luke Fickell highlighted general manager Morocco Brown's willingness to learn and adapt, marking a distinct shift in leadership for the University of Wisconsin football program.