
Wisconsin Badgers Face Coaching Crossroads as 2026 Season Looms
With a new athletic director on the horizon, Luke Fickell’s future hangs in the balance, and former Badger Jason Eck emerges as a leading candidate for a Power 4 role.
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With a new athletic director on the horizon, Luke Fickell’s future hangs in the balance, and former Badger Jason Eck emerges as a leading candidate for a Power 4 role.

From Provo to the Pacific, BYU’s football program is reshaping its recruiting pipeline, securing commitments from a diverse group of prospects and climbing the national rankings.

The Badgers secured pledges from three‑star linebacker Nathan Jones and four‑star wide receiver Jai Jones on Sunday, adding depth to a 2027 class that already features a second linebacker.

The Badgers announced the hiring of Morocco Brown, a veteran NFL executive, as their new general manager, marking a strategic shift aimed at revitalizing the program.

The NBA Draft deadline has passed, revealing a shift as mid‑to‑late first‑round prospects weigh staying in college for multimillion‑dollar NIL agreements over early professional entry.

The University of Wisconsin announced the hiring of Morocco Brown as its new general manager, marking a strategic shift aimed at revitalizing the program after recent setbacks.

With the NBA Draft deadline closed, the influence of name, image and likeness deals is evident as players like Isaiah Evans and Koa Peat weigh professional entry against multimillion‑dollar college earnings.

A look at how Wisconsin’s coaching staff, led by Greg Gard, is courting top recruit Jalen Brown, with regular contact and game attendance underscoring the intensity of the pursuit.

The Western Collegiate Hockey Association has released its 2026‑27 women’s ice hockey calendar, featuring 112 games, home‑and‑away series for each team, and key tournament dates through March 2027.
Tennessee’s defense faces a critical test as star edge rusher Chaz Coleman, a Penn State transfer, remains absent from practice amid mental‑health strain and scrutiny over his $2 million name‑image‑likeness deal.

Caroline Harvey’s unprecedented achievements — including Olympic MVP, the Patty Kazmaier Award, and multiple WCHA honors — have cemented her place among the game’s all‑time greats.

Nathan Jones, a 6‑foot‑3, 230‑pound linebacker prospect, will be on campus from May 28‑31, giving Wisconsin a chance to highlight its program and compete with top programs for his commitment.

The Wisconsin Badgers have experienced a series of front‑office departures, prompting UCLA to recruit a key staffer and leaving the Badgers to seek a new general manager while interim Athletic Director Marcus Sedberry steps in after Chris McIntosh's exit.

The University of Minnesota announced kickoff times and TV partners for its upcoming football season, highlighting marquee matchups and streaming options.

The latest Big Ten power rankings spotlight Ohio State’s dominance, Oregon’s resurgence, and a host of other contenders as the 2026 season approaches.

Caroline Harvey, a standout defender for the Wisconsin Badgers, has been named the Bob Allen women's player of the year by USA Hockey for the second straight year, capping a season that saw her lead both her college team and the U.S. national squad to championships.

Caroline Harvey, a Wisconsin Badgers defender, has been honored as the Bob Allen women's player of the year for the second time, capping a season that includes an Olympic gold medal and a national championship.
Caroline Harvey’s second Bob Allen award underscores a season that delivered Olympic gold for the United States and a third national championship for the Wisconsin Badgers, while setting the stage for her professional debut.

The 2026 season will be defined by a wave of talent moving through the transfer portal, with standout players projected to transform their new programs and influence the national picture.

Mekhi Williams, a four‑star safety committed to Florida State since March 2025, is set to take an official visit to the University of Wisconsin this weekend. The excursion is being framed as a pivotal moment for the Badgers, who view him as a prime target to flip from the Seminoles. With additional visits to Nebraska and LSU on the horizon, the decision could reverberate through the rankings of the 2027 recruiting class.

A look at John Blackwell's standout junior season, his challenges, and the factors that led him to transfer to Duke.

With over 50 transfers and a fresh coaching staff, Iowa State is banking on versatile receiver Bennett Konkey and his sibling's presence to shape a promising 2026 campaign.

The Nittany Lions are reshaping their offensive line for the 2026 season, with former Iowa State coach Matt Campbell ushering in a wave of transfers. Among them, four‑star recruit Garrett Sexton could become the top backup behind incumbent starter Anthony Donkoh.

After losing Nick Boyd and John Blackwell, who together averaged nearly 40 points per game, Wisconsin Badgers must lean on Nolan Winter, Eian Elmer and a committee of playmakers to forge a fresh, free‑flowing attack.