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Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell walks onto the field prior to the game against the Oregon Ducks at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Four-star Michigan commit Jaylen Williams flips to Wisconsin

Defensive lineman Jaylen Williams has flipped his commitment to Wisconsin, from Michigan, on Wednesday afternoon.

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Four-star Michigan commit Jaylen Williams flips to Wisconsin

Defensive lineman Jaylen Williams has flipped his commitment to Wisconsin, from Michigan, on Wednesday afternoon.

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Apr 11, 2023; Madison, WI, USA; Wisconsin tight ends coach Nate Letton is shown during practice Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman-Imagn Images

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Report: TEs coach Nate Letton could take over play calling for Wisconsin

There are still a lot of questions about who will call plays for the Badgers this week.

Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell is shown during the first quarter of their game against Oregon Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Luke Fickell jokes about middle school play-calling in response to OC mystery

Wisconsin made a big move by firing offensive coordinator Phil Longo earlier this week. Head coach Luke Fickell has been close to the vest with how the team will approach play-calling duties this week against Nebraska, but he has time for jokes.

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Matt Rhule doesn't know what to expect from Wisconsin's offense this week

Nobody seems to know what the Badgers offense will look like this week.

Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell is shown during the first quarter of their game against Oregon Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis.

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'Why does it matter?': Luke Fickell on Wisconsin's next play caller

It will be a 'collaborative group' calling plays for the rest of the season after Phil Longo's firing.

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Top candidates to replace Phil Longo as Wisconsin's offensive coordinator

This will be Luke Fickell's most important hire since arriving in Madison.

Dec 29, 2022; Bronx, NY, USA; A view of the George M Steinbrenner III championship trophy after the 2022 Pinstripe Bowl between the Syracuse Orange and the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Wisconsin bowl projections following close loss to Oregon

Should the Badgers get ready for a late-December trip to New York City?

Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Will Pauling (6) scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Oregon Ducks at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Wisconsin pushes No. 1 Oregon to the limit in 16-13 loss

Wisconsin gave No. 1 Oregon everything they could handle Saturday night, but by the time all 60 minutes were drained from the clock it was the Ducks leaving Camp Randall Stadium in Madison with a 16-13 victory.

Oct 5, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell during the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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3 keys for Wisconsin to pull off upset over No. 1 Oregon

What is the Badgers' path to victory on Saturday?

Nov 3, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Zack Baun (53) reacts after his interception against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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Ex-Badger Zack Baun named NFC defensive player of the week

Baun added to his standout season this last Sunday, registering eight tackles, forcing two fumbles and recovering one in the Eagles' 34-6 win over the Cowboys. The NFL named Baun the NFC defensive player of the week for his performance against Dallas.

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'I can't answer that': Barry Alvarez struggling to understand Wisconsin's identity

Do the Badgers have an identity problem?

Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell during the game against Penn State at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis., on Oct. 26, 2024.

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Badgers football team among top six for 2026 four-star linebacker

Ventura, Calif., native Tristan Phillips is a top-200 prospect in the nation, according to 247Sports.

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning yells on the sideline as the Oregon Ducks host the Maryland Terrapins at Autzen Stadium Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 in Eugene, Ore.

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Oregon's Dan Lanning believes pieces are 'coming together' for Wisconsin

Lanning was very complimentary of Luke Fickell ahead of this week's matchup.

Oct 26, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) throws a pass during the second quarter against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Wisconsin 'not at a point' to make a change at quarterback

Don't expect to see Mabrey Mettauer anytime soon.

Oct 26, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell looks on during the second quarter against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Badgers among finalists for 2026 four-star offensive lineman

Wisconsin is in the mix for one of the best junior offensive linemen in the country.

Dec 27, 2018; Bronx, NY, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Jack Coan (17) and safety Scott Nelson (9) hold the trophy after the 2018 Pinstripe Bowl against the Miami Hurricanes at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Bowl projections: Will Wisconsin reach 23 straight postseason appearances?

Wisconsin is one win away from officially claiming bowl eligibility.

Oct 26, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers running back Tawee Walker (3) during warmups prior to the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Kickoff time, TV channel revealed for Wisconsin-Nebraska

Details have been announced for the Badgers' final away game of the season.

Sep 25, 2022; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio leaves the field after the commanders' game against the Philadelphia Eagles at FedExField.

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Jack Del Rio resigns from Wisconsin's staff after crash, OWI arrest

Del Rio was arrested shortly after midnight on Friday.

Carter Smith, the quarterback of the Bishop Verot football team throws during the Class 2A-District 10 championship against Glades Central at Bishop Verot on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. Smith broke Lee County's all-time passing record. He was throwing into the end zone for a touchdown, but it was ruled incomplete.

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Analyst predicts Wisconsin will land star high school QB from Florida

Carter Smith is ranked as one of the best high school quarterbacks in the country and there's a chance that he winds up committing to the Wisconsin Badgers.

Badgers in the NFL

Analyst calls ex-Badgers star Zack Baun a 'top 5 linebacker' in NFL

Baun has been playing outstanding football for the Philadelphia Eagles.

Nov 2, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) throws a pass against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the second quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Should Wisconsin consider benching Braedyn Locke?

The Badgers offense has hit a wall.

Nov 2, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) reacts with head coach Luke Fickell during the fourth quarter against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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What the latest bowl predictions say about the Wisconsin Badgers

Wisconsin has turned in two straight losses and now face No. 1 Oregon in two weeks. With just three games remaining in the 2024 season, the Badgers sit just one game shy of bowl eligibility.

Oct 18, 2024; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Oregon Ducks quarterback Dillon Gabriel (8) throws a pass during the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

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Wisconsin's date with No. 1 Oregon gets primetime TV treatment

Wisconsin football is reeling after back-to-back losses to Penn State and Iowa, but they get this week off to regroup in advance of the Nov. 16 showdown against No. 1 Oregon. And we now know that game will be nationally televised in primetime.

Nov 2, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett (49) rushes towards Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) during the second quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Braedyn Locke's low score highlights ugly PFF grades from Wisconsin's blowout loss

Kaleb Johnson and the Iowa Hawkeyes had the Wisconsin Badgers looking for answers on Saturday. Perhaps some answers will come in the grades from the game that have been issued by Pro Football Focus.

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan (1) scores on a 1-yard touchdown run against Wisconsin during the second quarter at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa, on Nov. 2, 2024.

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Badgers get bulldozed by Iowa run game, lose in blowout fashion

The Hawkeyes rushed for 329 yards and five touchdowns in a dominant win over Wisconsin on Saturday.