Recruiting success has been a highlight for Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell since his arrival at the university. The team’s 2025 recruiting class is ranked No. 16 in the nation by 247Sports and includes several blue-chip players with an average player rating of 88.29, following a strong recruiting class in 2024. This positive impact that Fickell has had on the program is reflected in the recognition he received as being ranked No. 5 in CBS Sports’ Big Ten head coach rankings ahead of the 2024 season, according to Tom Fornelli.
Entering his second full season as head coach, Fickell led the Badgers to a 7-6 record with back-to-back conference wins in 2023. Looking ahead to the upcoming season, Wisconsin will face tough opponents such as Alabama, Oregon, Penn State, USC, Iowa, and Nebraska. The team’s schedule is ranked as the 24th toughest in the nation according to ESPN FPI, providing a challenging but exciting opportunity for Fickell and his players to showcase their progress.
Fornelli believes that Fickell’s experience and leadership will be crucial in guiding the Badgers to achieve their goals in the upcoming season. With a deep and talented Big Ten conference, it will be an exciting time for Fickell and his players to continue building on their successes from previous seasons.
