Winston-Salem State University announced the departure of men’s basketball coach Corey Thompson just hours before the Rams’ final regular-season home game against Shaw University.
Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell acknowledged the program’s downturn after a winless 2026 NFL Draft showing and continued on-field struggles.
Wisconsin added transfer guard Trey Autry from George Washington as the program prepares for the possible departure of standout scorer John Blackwell.
Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell has begun restructuring his coaching staff following a 4-8 season, including the dismissal of offensive line coach AJ Blazek and a potential hire of former Arkansas OL coach Eric Mateos.
Wisconsin added Hofstra transfer forward Victory Onuetu to bolster its frontcourt after losing guard John Blackwell to the transfer portal.
Wisconsin running back Gideon Ituka was carted off the field during the Badgers’ road game against No. 2 Indiana, adding to the team’s challenges in a difficult 2025 season.