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The future of Wisconsin football: A look at recent commits, decommits, walk-ons and in-state recruits

By Grace Cannizzo | Nov. 21

For better or for worse, the class of 2026 will change the program’s trajectory

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Fickell, Badgers need a turning point

By Caroline McGartland | Nov. 21

With head coach Luke Fickell returning in 2026, there’s room for optimism if Wisconsin can continue to show fight.

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Five players to watch in Wisconsin’s bout with Illinois

By Matthew Schultz | Nov. 21

A look at the players on both sides who could give their teams the edge in this Big Ten clash.

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Freshmen give Badger football much needed spark

By Tejas Rao | Nov. 21

After a disappointing first half of the season, several new faces have stepped up in a big way.

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Q&A: UW Marching Band member details tradition, performance within the ensemble

By Alexis-Rose Fischer | Nov. 21

Assistant drum major Arista Whitson offers a behind-the-scenes look at the traditions and preparations of the UW Marching Band as they prepare for the final show of the season.

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The other border battle: History of Wisconsin, Illinois rivalry

By JJ Rodriguez | Nov. 21

In a series dominated by Wisconsin this century, Illinois looks for their second consecutive win in Camp Randall.

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Wisconsin eyes home finale win against Illinois

By Spencer Teman | Nov. 21

In a year where the Badgers only wins have come at home, Wisconsin will look to use Camp Randall’s energy to defeat the Illini. 

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Badgers fall to No. 2 Indiana 31-7

By Tejas Rao | Nov. 17

Wisconsin sputtered in the second half against Indiana, unable to carry momentum from their big win last week.

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U-double who? Wisconsin stuns Washington 13-10, students rush field

By Grace Cannizzo | Nov. 9

The Badgers’ snapped their six game losing streak in a Camp Randall instant classic. 

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Column: Looking forward, can the Badgers win another game?

By Matthew Schultz and Tejas Rao | Nov. 7

With the next four games of the season, Wisconsin barely has any chance of stopping what would be their worst season since the ‘90’s.

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COLUMNS

Column: Is winning the only answer to revive Camp Randall's dying student section?

By Grace Cannizzo | Nov. 7

Students give their take on a losing culture.

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Fickell to return in 2026

By Tejas Rao | Nov. 6

Wisconsin Athletic Director Chris McIntosh confirmed head coach Luke Fickell will return to lead the Badgers next season and promised increased investment in the program amid disappointing season.

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Wisconsin falls 21-7 to No. 6 Oregon

By Tejas Rao | Oct. 26

After a willful and promising first-half performance, a banged up Wisconsin squad couldn’t keep pace with the Ducks

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In ugly loss, these Badgers stepped up

By Tejas Rao | Oct. 24

The Badgers had a handful of bright spots on defense and special teams Saturday.

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Breaking: Wisconsin AD backs Fickell, promises increased ‘investments’ in football amid disappointing season

By Nick Bumgardner | Oct. 20

Chris McIntosh stands by his coach amid "disappointment" of a season.  

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Wisconsin suffers second consecutive shutout in 34-0 loss to Ohio State

By Grace Cannizzo | Oct. 20

The Badgers’ losing streak extends to five as they suffer two consecutive shutouts for the first time since 1968. 

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Column: Badgers are in the darkest days of the Fickell era. Firing him seems inevitable

By Jacob Szczap | Oct. 18

After latest embarrassment, Wisconsin’s head coach looks like a dead man walking