Overview
- Athletic director Chris McIntosh issued a public letter reaffirming support for Luke Fickell and committing to increased resources for the program.
- Wisconsin fell to 2-5 after a 34-0 loss to No. 1 Ohio State, marking a second consecutive home shutout.
- Fickell told reporters he has not been given assurance he will return as head coach in 2026.
- CBS Sports reports Fickell’s buyout is approximately $25 million under his current contract.
- Fickell is 15-18 at Wisconsin through his third season as fan frustration grows and a road trip to No. 6 Oregon looms.