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Harper Woods' Dakota Guerrant keeps both feet in bounds as Grand Rapids South Christian's Tanner Raak defends during the MHSAA Division 4 high school football state championship game at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, November 25, 2023.

Wisconsin offers scholarship to 5-star wide receiver Dakota Guerrant

Guerrant is one of the top-30 recruits in the nation in the Class of 2027, per 247Sports.

Harper Woods' Dakota Guerrant keeps both feet in bounds as Grand Rapids South Christian's Tanner Raak defends during the MHSAA Division 4 high school football state championship game at Ford Field in Detroit on Saturday, November 25, 2023.

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Wisconsin offers scholarship to 5-star wide receiver Dakota Guerrant

Guerrant is one of the top-30 recruits in the nation in the Class of 2027, per 247Sports.

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Alabama defensive lineman LT Overton (22) forces an incomplete pass by Wisconsin quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) during the third quarter of their game Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin. Alabama beat Wisconsin 42-10.

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Losing Tyler Van Dyke 'definitely changes the trajectory' of Badgers' season

Wisconsin's 2024 season looks like a disaster after only three weeks.

Sep 14, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Tyler Van Dyke (10) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Camp Randall Stadium.

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Report: Badgers QB Tyler Van Dyke out for season with knee injury

Wisconsin will turn to Braedyn Locke at quarterback moving forward.

New York Jets running back Braelon Allen (0) brings in a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during the fourth quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024.

Badgers in the NFL

Braelon Allen becomes youngest player in modern NFL history to score a TD

Allen had a breakout performance in only his second game in the league.

Sep 14, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Tyler Van Dyke (10) scrambles with the football during the first quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Badgers blown out at home against Alabama, Tyler Van Dyke injured

Wisconsin looked over-matched against No. 4 Alabama.

Sep 7, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Tyler Van Dyke (10) throws a pass during the second quarter against the South Dakota Coyotes at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Alabama late-hit knocks Badgers QB Tyler Van Dyke out of game

Van Dyke was sidelined on Wisconsin's first drive of the game.

Sep 7, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Tyler Van Dyke (10) looks to throw a pass during the third quarter against the South Dakota Coyotes at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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Despite historic point spread, Wisconsin will be 'a real test' for Alabama

The Badgers enter this Saturday's game at Camp Randall as major underdogs.

Sep 8, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) celebrate after a sack against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Badgers in the NFL

Wisconsin among top 20 colleges with most players on NFL active rosters

The Badgers are one of the better programs in the country at producing NFL talent.

Oct 28, 2023; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Braedyn Locke (18) during the game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Recruiting

Wisconsin quarterback commit from Texas suffers torn ACL

Landyn Locke, the younger brother of Badgers backup quarterback Braedyn Locke, suffered the knee injury last Friday.

Mar 6, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Linebacker Deontae Lawson works during practice for the Alabama Crimson Tide football team Wednesday.

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Alabama coming to Wisconsin with 'it's us against the world' mentality

The Crimson Tide are preparing for Wisconsin as if they're not massive favorites.

Sep 7, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; South Florida Bulls defensive end D.J. Harris (11) congratulates Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama won 42-16. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images

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Three things about Alabama that should terrify Wisconsin

The Badgers will need to play their best against the big, bad Crimson Tide on Saturday.

Wisconsin Badgers offensive Coordinator Phil Longo answers questions during Wisconsin Badgers football media day at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023.

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Badgers offensive coordinator 'happy' despite sluggish start to season

Longo is confident that the Badgers offense can turn things around.

Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell is shown during the fourth quarter of their game against South Dakota Saturday, September 7 , 2024 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Luke Fickell and Badgers excited to see where they're at against No. 4 Alabama

We will learn a lot about Wisconsin this week against Alabama.

Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi (1) rushes with the football during the second quarter against South Dakota at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis., on Sept. 7, 2024.

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Too close for comfort, but Badgers top South Dakota to stay unbeaten

Chez Mellusi ran in for a pair of touchdowns in the victory.

Sep 6, 2024; Sao Paulo, BRA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Zack Baun (53) tackles Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson (31) during the second half at Neo Quimica Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Badgers in the NFL

Ex-Badgers LB Zack Baun records career-high 15 tackles in Eagles debut

Baun had a career night against the Packers in Brazil.

South Dakota running back Charles Pierre Jr. (3) charges through the Northern State defense on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, at the Dakota Dome in Vermillion, S.D.

Football

Could South Dakota be a potential trap game for Badgers?

The Coyotes are a rising FCS power coming off their best season in recent memory.

Aug 31, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Kalen DeBoer talks to Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Jalen Milroe (4) after scoring a touchdown against Western Kentucky Hilltoppers during the first quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images

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Look ahead: Wisconsin a big underdog at home against Alabama

The Badgers' backs will be against the wall in Week 3 against the Crimson Tide.

Aug 30, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin running back Cade Yacamelli (25) is tackled by Western Michigan linebacker Boone Bonnema (22) during the first quarter of their game at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman-Imagn Images

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Badgers' RB Cade Yacamelli 'a different player than he was last year'

Yacamelli has emerged has Wisconsin's third option in the backfield.

Aug 31, 2023; Columbia, Missouri, USA; The South Dakota Coyotes mascot performs against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Badgers expect 'hard-fought battle' with rising FCS power South Dakota

Wisconsin will welcome FCS foe South Dakota to Camp Randall Stadium in Week 2.

Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi (1) finds a hole in the Western Michigan defense during the second quarter of their game Friday, August 30, 2024 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Badgers aim to take advantage of 'great atmosphere' in Madison

Wisconsin is focused on making Camp Randall a tough place to play.

Aug 30, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Tyler Van Dyke (10) during the game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

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Luke Fickell 'impressed' after analyzing Tyler Van Dyke's debut

How did Van Dyke perform in his Badgers debut?

Aug 13, 2022; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio stands on the field during warmups prior to the Commanders' game against the Carolina Panthers at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

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Luke Fickell details decision to add Jack Del Rio to Badgers coaching staff

Del Rio will be a special advisor on Wisconsin's staff this season.

Wisconsin quarterback Tyler Van Dyke (10) is pressured by Western Michigan linebacker Boone Bonnema (22) during the third quarter of their game Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis.

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Who received highest, lowest grades for Badgers in season opener?

Wisconsin scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns to escape with a win over Western Michigan.

Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi (1) rushes for a touchdown during the second quarter against Western Michigan at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis., on Aug. 30, 2024.

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Badgers survive scare, pull away late to beat Western Michigan in season opener

Wisconsin found two fourth-quarter touchdowns to pull out its first win of the season.

Wisconsin outside linebackers coach Matt Mitchell, left, talks with head coach Luke Fickell during practice April 11 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison

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What you need to know before Wisconsin's season opener against Western Michigan

Bottom line: It is time to unleash the "Dairy Raid" offense.