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Sep 7, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Isaiahh Loudermilk (92) in action during the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

5 Former Wisconsin Badgers are on the bubble of NFL 53-man rosters

Mark Knight

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10:09 AM CDT

Former Badger Nyzier Fourqurean is on the bubble as 53-man Rams roster cut looms

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9:26 AM CDT

The Big Ten just made it nearly impossible for Lance Mason to return to Wisconsin

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Aug 25, 2026

Wisconsin UDFA Tracker: How all 12 Badgers fared in NFL Preseason Week 2

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Aug 23, 2026

Aug 22, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (86) runs after a catch against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Vinny Anthony II has all but secured himself a roster spot for the Falcons

Owen Jury

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Aug 23, 2026

May 21, 2026; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants defensive lineman Ben Barten (68) participates in a drill during organized team activities at Quest Diagnostics Training Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Former Badger Ben Barten has had a wild waiver wire ride to start his NFL career

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Aug 20, 2026

May 8, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins edge Mason Reiger (90) speaks to reporters during rookie minicamp at Baptist Health Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Mason Reiger's promising NFL start takes frustrating turn after latest Dolphins update

Mark Knight

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Aug 19, 2026

Sep 6, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (8) reacts to a touchdown by Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Jayden Ballard, left, during the second half at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images

Falcons expert calls Vinny Anthony II a hidden gem and Badger fans aren’t surprised

Mark Knight

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Aug 18, 2026

Bills fullback Jackson Acker pulls in a pass in the back of the end zone during day four of Buffalo Bills training camp at St. John Fisher University Monday, August 3, 2026 in Pittsford.

Buffalo Bills cut former Badger Jackson Acker in stunning reversal of direction

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Aug 17, 2026

Nov 29, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive back John Nestor (17) tackles Wisconsin Badgers tight end Lance Mason (86) during the second half at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Former Badger Lance Mason quickly finds new home after getting cut by the Seahawks

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Aug 17, 2026

Aug 03, 2026; Latrobe, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig (51) participates in a practice session at Training camp at Saint Vincent College. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Former Badger Nick Herbig gets emotional talking about Keeanu Benton’s historic payday

Mark Knight

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Aug 16, 2026

Aug 2, 2026; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Miami Dolphins edge Mason Reiger (90) works during practice at Baptist Health Training Complex. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Wisconsin has 12 NFL UDFAs. Here's how each performed in preseason Week 1

Mark Knight

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Aug 15, 2026

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (0) runs the ball for a touchdown during a preseason opening game between the New York Jets and Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.

4 thoughts from 4 different NFL Badgers 2026 preseason debut

Owen Jury

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Aug 14, 2026

Wisconsin wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (8) scores a touchdown during the first quarter of their game against Illinois Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin

Vinny Anthony II is proving that he is more than just a gadget guy in Falcons camp

Owen Jury

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Aug 12, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers cornerback Ricardo Hallman (2) during the game against the Washington Huskies at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Former Badger Ricardo Hallman is finally getting his NFL chance

Mark Knight

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Aug 8, 2026

Wisconsin linebacker Maema Njongmeta (55) celebrates his fumble recovery during the fourth quarter of their game Saturday, November 25, 2023 at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Wisconsin beat Minnesota 28-14.

What the NFL Hall of Fame Game revealed about 3 former Wisconsin Badgers

Owen Jury

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Aug 7, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Vinny Anthony II (8) runs the ball during the first quarter against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

ESPN predicts Vinny Anthony to make an Atlanta Falcons impact from day one

Owen Jury

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Aug 1, 2026

Jul 30, 2026; Westfield, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts safety Hunter Wohler (30) participates in a drill on day two of training camp at Grand Park Sports Campus. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Former Badger Hunter Wohler is in one of the Colts' biggest training camp battles

Mark Knight

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Jul 31, 2026

Jan 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) guards Washington Wizards guard Johnny Davis (1) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Former Badger Johnny Davis leaves the NBA after signing surprising new deal

Owen Jury

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Jul 29, 2026

Mar 20, 2025; Denver, CO, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard John Tonje (9) looks on during the second half against the Montana Grizzlies in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

John Tonje's Trail Blazers contract speaks volumes with unique signing detail

Mark Knight

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Jul 27, 2026

Jul 14, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Utah Jazz forward John Tonje (17) celebrates with guard Isaiah Collier (8) after scoring against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half of a NBA basketball game at the Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

NBA writer explains why John Tonje was one of Portland's smartest signings

Mark Knight

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Jul 25, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard John Tonje (8) shoots during the second half against the Orlando Magic at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

John Tonje’s NBA journey takes another turn with the Portland Trail Blazers

Owen Jury

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Jul 24, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Greg Gard talks with an official during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Wisconsin is at risk of getting Owen Foxwell poached by the NBA

Owen Jury

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Jul 23, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard Andrew Rohde (7), guard Nick Boyd (2), and forward Nolan Winter (31) react during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Golden State ices out Nick Boyd in final Vegas game creating abrupt NBA uncertainty

Mark Knight

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Jul 19, 2026

Oct 16, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard John Tonje (17) drives with the ball against Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Peter Creveling-Imagn Images

Celtics expert says the decision on John Tonje has become crystal clear

Mark Knight

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Jul 19, 2026

Mar 29, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Boston Celtics guard John Tonje (8) controls the ball as time runs down in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

John Tonje made one final summer league statement before his Celtics contract expired

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Jul 18, 2026

Oct 1, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Former Houston Texans player J.J. Watt speaks to the crowd after being inducted into the Texans Ring of Honor during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

JJ Watt's surprise beer with a fan in NYC reminds Wisconsin fans he's a legend

Mark Knight

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Jul 18, 2026

Wisconsin forward Steven Crowl (22) is shown during the second half of their preseason game Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

The Detroit Pistons just sent former Badger Steven Crowl a difficult NBA message

Mark Knight

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Jul 18, 2026

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