Jack Pugh, Former Wisconsin Football Player, Dies at 24
The sudden death of Jack Pugh, a 24‑year‑old former Wisconsin Badgers football player, has prompted an outpouring of grief across the university’s athletics family.
Aug 19, 2026
Person
Jack Pugh
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Jack Pugh across Football.
Jack Pugh, Former Wisconsin Badgers Tight End, Dies at 24
Jack Pugh, a 24‑year‑old former University of Wisconsin football player, died from acute bronchopneumonia linked to cardiomyopathy and hepatosplenomegaly. His passing follows a 2023 retirement announcement shaped by depression and substance abuse, prompting tributes from his alma mater and a call for mental‑health awareness.
Aug 19, 2026