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NCAA 26 will release in just a couple of weeks, but thanks to a leak, you won't need to wait to see the ratings for the Wisconsin football team.
Wisconsin football ratings for NCAA 26 leaked
Where are the ratings for Wisconsin football players in the upcoming NCAA 26 video game?
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June 22, 2025 at 3:44 PM
NCAA 26 will release in just a couple of weeks, but thanks to a leak, you won't need to wait to see the ratings for the Wisconsin football team.
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June 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM
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June 16, 2025 at 11:37 PM
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Big time Wisconsin football target Jayden Petit is back in Madison for a unofficial visit today and tomorrow, according to Nick Osen of 247Sports.
June 16, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Big time Wisconsin football target Jayden Petit is back in Madison for a unofficial visit today and tomorrow, according to Nick Osen of 247Sports.
Wisconsin landed a key piece to its 2026 class with the commitment of 3⭐️ ATH Zion Legree.
What are they getting with their new gadget player? Speed. Hot, nasty badass speed.
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What are they getting with their new gadget player? Speed. Hot, nasty badass speed.
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Wisconsin football lands commitment from 2026 athlete Zion Legree
The Badgers complete a trade with Ole Miss...kind of
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June 16, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Wisconsin landed a key piece to its 2026 class with the commitment of 3⭐️ ATH Zion Legree.
What are they getting with their new gadget player? Speed. Hot, nasty badass speed.
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What are they getting with their new gadget player? Speed. Hot, nasty badass speed.
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The Wisconsin football program is eyeing versatile Texas DB Zachary Taylor. A recent Crystal Ball prediction points towards the Badgers landing the 3-star prospect.
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Badgers Trending for 3-Star DB Zachary Taylor
Could Zachary Taylor be the Badgers' next defensive back? A new Crystal Ball prediction suggests Wisconsin is in a strong position.
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June 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The Wisconsin football program is eyeing versatile Texas DB Zachary Taylor. A recent Crystal Ball prediction points towards the Badgers landing the 3-star prospect.
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Former Wisconsin star AJ Storr will complete his College World Tour with his final stop at Ole Miss.
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Former Wisconsin Basketball Star AJ Storr's College World Tour Ends at Ole Miss
Former Wisconsin basketball star AJ Storr will transfer to the SEC for his final season.
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April 15, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Former Wisconsin star AJ Storr will complete his College World Tour with his final stop at Ole Miss.
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The Wisconsin women's basketball team has its second commitment under new head coach Robin Pingeton, landing the nation's No. 2 rebounder from last season.
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Wisconsin Women's Basketball Lands One of the Nation's Top Rebounders
The Badgers have their second commitment via the transfer portal under Robin Pingeton.
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April 15, 2025 at 6:04 PM
The Wisconsin women's basketball team has its second commitment under new head coach Robin Pingeton, landing the nation's No. 2 rebounder from last season.
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The #Badgers took a big hit this week, losing starting left tackle Kevin Heywood with a knee injury.
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Badgers Lose Starting Left Tackle Kevin Heywood for the Season
Wisconsin football loses starting left tackle Kevin Heywood to a torn ACL, ending his 2025 season.
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April 15, 2025 at 4:20 PM
The #Badgers took a big hit this week, losing starting left tackle Kevin Heywood with a knee injury.
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2026 Wisconsin football target commits to Florida State over the #Badgers.
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Wisconsin Football Misses Out on 3-Star CB to FSU
Wisconsin football's pursuit of 2026 cornerback Sean Johnson ends as the 3-star prospect commits to Florida State.
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April 10, 2025 at 4:30 PM
2026 Wisconsin football target commits to Florida State over the #Badgers.
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Wisconsin football adds to its 2026 class two days in a row, getting a commitment from 3-star CB Carsen Eloms.
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Back-to-Back! Wisconsin Football Lands Indiana Cornerback
Wisconsin football adds a second commitment in as many days to their 2026 recruiting class.
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April 8, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Wisconsin football adds to its 2026 class two days in a row, getting a commitment from 3-star CB Carsen Eloms.
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Another one slips away from the Wisconsin football program as 2026 DL Jake Johnson commits to USC.
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Another One Gone: Badgers Lose Texas DL Jake Johnson to USC
The Badgers' 2026 recruiting efforts take another hit as 3-star defensive lineman Jake Johnson commits to USC.
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April 7, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Another one slips away from the Wisconsin football program as 2026 DL Jake Johnson commits to USC.
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Greg Gard and Co. have been on a heater in the portal. How much have the additions of Rohde, Rapp, and Boyd boosted the #Badgers in the transfer portal rankings?
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Wisconsin's Transfer Haul: How High Do the Badgers Rank?
Wisconsin basketball's transfer portal class is forming! See their national ranking and how Rohde, Rapp, & Boyd impact the Badgers in the Big Ten.
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April 7, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Greg Gard and Co. have been on a heater in the portal. How much have the additions of Rohde, Rapp, and Boyd boosted the #Badgers in the transfer portal rankings?
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BREAKING: For the second day in a row, a major #Badgers contributor announces their college basketball future.
Wisconsin Basketball Forward Nolan Winter Makes His Future Clear
Nolan Winter made a major announcement on his future with Wisconsin basketball
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April 4, 2025 at 6:03 PM
BREAKING: For the second day in a row, a major #Badgers contributor announces their college basketball future.
The slow start to the 2026 Wisconsin football recruiting class continues after missing out on another target, this time to Big Ten foe, Ohio State.
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Wisconsin's 2026 Recruiting Woes Continue: LB CJ Sanna Chooses Ohio State
The Badgers come up short in the pursuit of 3-star LB CJ Sanna.
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April 4, 2025 at 5:34 PM
The slow start to the 2026 Wisconsin football recruiting class continues after missing out on another target, this time to Big Ten foe, Ohio State.
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John Blackwell will test the NBA Draft waters.
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Wisconsin Basketball Star Guard Enters the NBA Draft
Wisconsin guard John Blackwell will declare for the NBA Draft.
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April 3, 2025 at 8:07 PM
John Blackwell will test the NBA Draft waters.
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AJ Storr is back in the portal! The former Badgers star will be looking for a fresh start (again).
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Former Wisconsin Basketball Star Enters the Portal Yet Again
Former Badgers star AJ Storr has entered the portal for the fourth time in four years.
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April 3, 2025 at 3:54 PM
AJ Storr is back in the portal! The former Badgers star will be looking for a fresh start (again).
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Wisconsin football received some disappointing news this morning when one of its top-rated in-state prospects committed to a rival Big Ten school.
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Wisconsin Football Loses Top In-State Recruit to Rival Gophers
The Badgers are struggling to keep in-state talent at home.
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March 27, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Wisconsin football received some disappointing news this morning when one of its top-rated in-state prospects committed to a rival Big Ten school.
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Story on Wisconsin #Badgers guard Camren Hunter entering the transfer portal via Athlon.
Wisconsin Basketball Loses First Player to the Transfer Portal
The Badgers have their first departure in the transfer portal.
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March 26, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Story on Wisconsin #Badgers guard Camren Hunter entering the transfer portal via Athlon.
#Badgers guard Camren Hunter is entering the transfer portal, according to Pete Nakos of On3.
Hunter struggled to break into the rotation after transferring in last offseason from Central Arkansas.
Hunter struggled to break into the rotation after transferring in last offseason from Central Arkansas.
March 26, 2025 at 4:07 PM
#Badgers guard Camren Hunter is entering the transfer portal, according to Pete Nakos of On3.
Hunter struggled to break into the rotation after transferring in last offseason from Central Arkansas.
Hunter struggled to break into the rotation after transferring in last offseason from Central Arkansas.
The Wisconsin Women's Basketball team tabs a former SEC coach with 15+ years of experience to try to turn around the program.
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Wisconsin Women's Basketball Hires New Coach to Lead the Post-Moseley Era
The Wisconsin women's basketball team tabs former SEC coach to lead the program.
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March 25, 2025 at 7:47 PM
The Wisconsin Women's Basketball team tabs a former SEC coach with 15+ years of experience to try to turn around the program.
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A flurry of moves this morning: Grant Anderson, Grant Wolfram, Jeferson Quero, Carlos Rodriguez and Logan Henderson optioned to Class AAA. Jared Oliva and Ramon Rodriguez reassigned to minor league camp.
Pat Murphy has been singing the praises of Quero and Henderson in camp.
Pat Murphy has been singing the praises of Quero and Henderson in camp.
March 10, 2025 at 5:28 PM
A flurry of moves this morning: Grant Anderson, Grant Wolfram, Jeferson Quero, Carlos Rodriguez and Logan Henderson optioned to Class AAA. Jared Oliva and Ramon Rodriguez reassigned to minor league camp.
Pat Murphy has been singing the praises of Quero and Henderson in camp.
Pat Murphy has been singing the praises of Quero and Henderson in camp.
After Maryland defeated Michigan tonight, the #Badgers are sitting in 5th in the Big Ten, sitting just outside of the double-bye in the upcoming Big Ten Tournament.
March 6, 2025 at 1:37 AM
After Maryland defeated Michigan tonight, the #Badgers are sitting in 5th in the Big Ten, sitting just outside of the double-bye in the upcoming Big Ten Tournament.
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Less than 2 weeks from Selection Sunday, here is the current predicted efficiency landscape in college basketball from EvanMiya.com, split into tiers.
There's a big gap between the Duke, Houston, Auburn, and the rest of the country 👇
There's a big gap between the Duke, Houston, Auburn, and the rest of the country 👇
March 5, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Less than 2 weeks from Selection Sunday, here is the current predicted efficiency landscape in college basketball from EvanMiya.com, split into tiers.
There's a big gap between the Duke, Houston, Auburn, and the rest of the country 👇
There's a big gap between the Duke, Houston, Auburn, and the rest of the country 👇
The #Badgers have fallen out of the AP Top 25 after dropping three of their last four games.
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Badgers Tumble out of the Top 25 After Splitting Games Last Week
The Badgers are unranked after losing three of their last four games.
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December 16, 2024 at 6:53 PM
The #Badgers have fallen out of the AP Top 25 after dropping three of their last four games.
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