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The Badger Backer is joining BadgerNotes to bring you bigger, deeper Wisconsin sports coverage.

Aug 17 • Christian Borman

Projecting Wisconsin's defensive two-deep after one week of fall camp

What does the depth chart look like for the Wisconsin defense after a week of practices?

Aug 13 • Christian Borman

Projecting Wisconsin's offensive two-deep after one week of fall camp

We're only a week into fall camp, but let's make some depth chart projections on the offense.

Aug 12 • Christian Borman

Fall camp day 4: QB2 battle continues & the defensive front dominates

Updates, news, and notes from the Badgers' fourth practice of fall camp.

Aug 9 • Christian Borman

Nick Clayton is forcing his way to the top of the edge rotation

After a productive offseason, the sophomore edge rusher is primed for a bigger role this season.

Aug 8 • Christian Borman

Wisconsin Football Fall Camp Day 1: Standouts and Takeaways

Who and what stood out during the Badgers' first day of fall camp?

Aug 7 • Christian Borman

Football Is Back! Get 75% Off The Badger Backer

Let's celebrate the arrival of another Wisconsin football season!

Aug 2 • Christian Borman

July 2026

Underrated Wisconsin football players heading into the 2026 season

Which players don't get the credit they deserve?

Jul 30 • Christian Borman

Brotherhood over family: Inside Luke Fickell's cultural overhaul at Media Days

Fickell's answers at Big Ten Media Day may make a fool of me yet again.

Jul 29

Four pre-camp bold predictions for the Wisconsin football team

It's bold prediction season.

Jul 27 • Christian Borman

2026 Player Projections: Is Tyrell Henry Ready for His Breakout?

After waiting his turn behind depth-chart traffic, the fifth-year senior slot weapon is primed for a starring role in Jeff Grimes’ offense.

Jul 21 • Christian Borman

"What If" Series — Ch. 10: What if the Shoe Box Scandal Never Happened?

Rewinding to 2000, when an under-the-counter discount at a Black Earth shoe store cost Barry Alvarez a best shot at a national championship.

Jul 18 • Christian Borman

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