Wisconsin adds Bowling Green tight end Jacob Harris for new offense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 10:02 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Wisconsin Badgers football team has recruited tight end Jacob Harris from Bowling Green ahead of the 2026 season. Head coach Luke Fickell emphasized the need for improved offensive production, having seen underwhelming results in recent years. Harris is noted as the No. 4 top-graded returning Big Ten tight end, boasting 21 career receptions and five touchdowns last season. With Wisconsin's previous top receiver moving to the NFL, Harris is expected to play a significant role in the revamped offensive strategy.
- •Jacob Harris transfers from Bowling Green to Wisconsin.
- •He is ranked No. 4 among returning Big Ten tight ends.
- •Wisconsin experienced low offensive production in recent seasons.
- •The team is focusing on revamping its offensive strategy for 2026.
- •Harris had five touchdown receptions in his last season.
- 10:02 AMYahoo Sports — Bowling Green transfer could be hidden gem in Wisconsin's new offense
"The Wisconsin Badgers football program knows they need to get better offensively, and that's why they were so aggressive in the transfer portal.
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