Four Wisconsin football opponents ranked in preseason US LBM Coaches Poll
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The US LBM Preseason Coaches Poll highlights several challenges for the Wisconsin Badgers in the upcoming season. Notable opponents include Notre Dame at No. 5, along with USC at No. 14, Penn State at No. 17, and Iowa at No. 22. Wisconsin prepares for a tough opening match against Notre Dame and competes against three ranked teams in the Big Ten later in the season. The Badgers will face ranked opponents consecutively from October 24-31, adding pressure to their schedule.
- •Wisconsin's first opponent, Notre Dame, is ranked No. 5.
- •USC, Penn State, and Iowa are also in the preseason rankings.
- •Wisconsin faces three ranked teams in Big Ten play.
- •Back-to-back ranked matchups are scheduled for late October.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Four Wisconsin football opponents make preseason US LBM Coaches Poll
"If the US LBM Preseason Coaches Poll revealed anything, it's that the Wisconsin Badgers could have a tougher schedule than they originally anticipated
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