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Badgers' Transfer Portal Focus for QB, Edge Rushers, OL

The Wisconsin Badgers football team, under new coach Luke Fickell, is gearing up for a pivotal 2026 season. With a limited number of high school recruits, the team will heavily rely on the transfer portal to bolster their roster. Fickell is focusing on specific positions to enhance team performance, with a particular emphasis on quarterback, edge rushers, and the offensive line. The team plans to add at least one or two quarterbacks and invest significantly in the offensive line to address depth issues and build a more experienced unit.

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