Overview
- AD Chris McIntosh told ESPN he informed players Thursday that Fickell will return next season.
- Wisconsin is 2-6 overall and winless in Big Ten play this year, with Fickell 15-19 over three seasons.
- McIntosh said he and Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin will elevate spending on infrastructure, staff, retention and recruiting to compete in the NIL and revenue‑share era.
- Fickell’s contract runs through 2031, and a 2025 dismissal would have triggered a buyout reported at more than $25 million.
- Program leaders cited a comprehensive review and significant injuries, particularly at quarterback, as context for the season’s struggles.