
Wisconsin Revives Fullback Role in 2026 Roster
The Badgers bring back the fullback position after a four‑year hiatus, reviving a tradition that has shaped their offense for decades.
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The Badgers bring back the fullback position after a four‑year hiatus, reviving a tradition that has shaped their offense for decades.

After a disappointing 2025 campaign, Wisconsin’s head coach Luke Fickell committed to a full‑scale rebuild, leveraging a doubled roster budget, a revamped staff and an aggressive recruiting push as the Badgers prepare for a season‑opening clash with top‑five Notre Dame.

The University of Wisconsin–Madison announced the hiring of former Ohio State linebacker Curtis Grant Jr. as Director of Player Development, a move that ties together a series of staffing shifts and leverages deep-rooted connections with head coach Luke Fickell.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is reshaping its football staff for the 2026 season, adding five new position coaches whose backgrounds and expertise could redefine the team's trajectory.

After a disappointing 4-8 campaign, the Badgers are focusing on developing playmakers, securing a quarterback, and reinforcing a defense that lost its top edge rushers, all while protecting a promising 2027 recruiting class and integrating new leadership.