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BREAKING: Utah Jazz select Badgers guard John Tonje with No. 53 pick in 2025 NBA Draft

2 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Utah Jazz have selected Wisconsin Badgers guard John Tonje with the No. 53 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Tonje, a second-team All-American this season, was a breakout star for the Badgers, averaging 19.6 points and 5.3 rebounds on 46.5 percent from the field and 38.8 percent from three.
Wisconsin Football: Badgers land blue-chip 4-star WR Jayden Petit

2 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Photo by Ross Harried/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Wisconsin Badgers have secured a commitment from four-star wide receiver Jayden Petit, he announced on Thursday. Petit, a native of Florida, was between Wisconsin, Oklahoma, Missouri, and UNC, with the former two seeming like the top competition at the end.
What’s next in Wisconsin’s battle vs. Miami with Xavier Lucas lawsuit?

3 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK Perhaps the biggest storyline for the Wisconsin Badgers this offseason was their saga with the Miami Hurricanes over defensive back Xavier Lucas’s departure from the program. Lucas, a four-star recruit in the Class of 2024, had immediately become a contributor for Wisconsin and seemed primed for a big role this season.
Wisconsin Basketball: Where John Tonje is projected in 2025 NBA Draft

3 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Christine Tannous/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images It’s officially the day of the 2025 NBA Draft, which means a little something extra for one Wisconsin Badgers basketball player. John Tonje should be one of 59 players to hear their name called on Wednesday evening, as he’s currently projected to go in the second round of the draft, although his draft range has varied through several mock drafts.
4-Star OLB to Announce Commitment Friday: Wisconsin, Ohio State, Penn State, or Michigan?

4 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Photo by Ross Harried/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Wisconsin Badgers are a finalist for 2026 four-star outside linebacker Jackson Samuels-Ford, he announced on Tuesday. Ford, a native of Pennsylvania, is down to Wisconsin, Ohio State, Penn State, and Michigan in a loaded race for the outside linebacker. He visited each of the four schools over the past four weekends. Ford will announce his commitment on Friday, having completed his official visits and evaluated his opportunities.
Wisconsin Football: Is Mike Tressel on the hot seat entering Year 3?

4 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Wisconsin Badgers did not have the year they’d hoped for defensively in 2024, as they especially struggled against the run. Dealing with a revamped front seven, the Badgers performed below expectations, giving up 168.8 rushing yards per game (90th in NCAA) and 4.6 yards per carry (88th in NCAA).
Wisconsin Football: Who will be the team’s breakout star in 2025?

4 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Photo by Ross Harried/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Wisconsin Badgers had quite the overhaul this offseason, as they saw over two dozen players depart in the transfer portal. While they brought a number of transfers back, that also provided an opportunity for younger players to step up into bigger roles. Wisconsin will see new starters at every position group on defense in 2025, with a mix of transfers and risers coming into the fold.
Badgers top OLB target down to 4 schools, to announce commitment Wednesday

4 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Photo by Ross Harried/NurPhoto via Getty Images The Wisconsin Badgers haven’t seen as much success recruiting the outside linebacker position this cycle. They lost jumbo outside linebacker Carmelow Reed to the Ole Miss Rebels with a flip. They missed out on four-star McHale Blade to the Michigan Wolverines. And they’re in a battle with Michigan, the Penn State Nittany Lions, and the Ohio State Buckeyes for four-star Jackson Ford.
Badgers football: 2026 OL commit works out with NFL All-Pro tackle

5 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images The Wisconsin Badgers are in the midst of a crucial recruiting period, as they try to secure commitments from their top targets in the 2026 class. However, a piece of news came from an already committed player over the weekend, as 2026 three-star offensive lineman Benjamin Novak posted a cool photo of himself with Denver Broncos tackle Garrett Bolles after a workout.
Badgers football recruiting: Top DB target commits to ACC school

5 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Wisconsin Badgers lost out on a recruit over the weekend, as three-star defensive back Chase Geter committed to the Syracuse Orange. Geter, a native of Virginia, had Duke, Wisconsin, Virginia, and Syracuse in his top four, electing to stay closer to home. Wisconsin was recruiting Geter as a safety, although he has the versatility to play cornerback as well.