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Wisconsin prepares for season opening matchup against Notre Dame

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 9:40 AM

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Wisconsin prepares for season opening matchup against Notre Dame

Summary

The Wisconsin Badgers prepare for their season opener against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on September 6, 2026. This matchup marks the fourth season under head coach Luke Fickell. Notre Dame enters the game ranked No. 4 in the AP Poll and No. 5 in the US LBM Coaches Poll. Analysts highlight Wisconsin's defensive performance from last year, when the team allowed an average of 323.6 yards per game, as a factor for the upcoming contest. The Badgers look to capitalize on the Fighting Irish's history of slow starts in the early weeks of the season. Wisconsin added personnel including Abu Sama III and Colton Joseph to the backfield, while Marvin Burks Jr. joins the defensive unit.

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By the Numbers

•Notre Dame enters the contest ranked No. 4 in the AP Poll.
•Wisconsin allowed 323.6 yards per game defensively last season.
•Abu Sama III and Colton Joseph are expected to lead the Wisconsin backfield.
•The Badgers avoid playing Michigan, Oregon, Ohio State, and Indiana this season.

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The Wisconsin Badgers are finally looking to kickstart things under head coach Luke Fickell, who enters his fourth full season with the program.
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