Luke Fickell ranks 37th in Sporting News national coaches list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Wisconsin Badgers football coach Luke Fickell has been ranked 37th nationally by Bill Bender of The Sporting News ahead of the 2026 season. Fickell, who holds a 17-21 record in Madison, was previously ranked 29th, indicating a significant drop. Despite a challenging tenure thus far, the Badgers are focusing on their promising 2027 recruiting class to improve their fortunes. Fickell remains regarded as a top coach with potential to turn the program around.
- •Luke Fickell holds a 17-21 overall record at Wisconsin.
- •He was ranked 29th last year, showing a decline.
- •The Badgers are focusing on a strong 2027 recruiting class.
- •Fickell is recognized among the nation's top coaches.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Wisconsin football's Luke Fickell earns surprising national ranking
"Wisconsin Badgers football coach Luke Fickell has earned a surprising spot in The Sporting News' national rankings.
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