Locked On Badgers

BADGERS HIT: Wisconsin LOSES Jordan Reid, Recruiting IMPACT EXPOSED—Quarterback & WR Battles BEGIN! Wisconsin Badgers face a critical turning point as top recruiter and receivers coach Jordan Reid heads to the Atlanta Falcons, raising questions about the team’s recruiting momentum and positional depth. Can the Badgers sustain their pipeline to elite wide receiver prospects, or will Reid’s departure disrupt Luke Fickell’s plans heading into the 2026 season? Ryan Harings and Payne Blazevich spotlight emerging positional battles, including Carter Smith’s push for the QB2 role and the reshuffled running back rotation featuring Abu Sama, Darien Dupree, and Bryce Jackson. The receiver room’s shakeup is explored, highlighting Jackson McGowan’s position switch and key names like Eugene Hilton Jr., Chris Brooks Jr., and Shamar Rigby. Basketball fans get fresh insights as Greg Gard’s squad, led by Nick Boyd, rises in Big Ten play—can this perimeter-driven, culture-strong team become a true March Madness threat? Fol