Wisconsin landed a commitment from Kentucky transfer linebacker Tyreese Fearbry on Sunday.
Fearbry is the Badgers’ 15th transfer commitment of the cycle and the second pass-rusher, joining Mason Reiger. He transfers in with two years of eligibility remaining.
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The former Kentucky Wildcat tallied 21 tackles, one tackle for loss and two pass deflections in 27 appearances over the last three seasons. He originally joined Kentucky as a four-star recruit in the class of 2022, ranked as the No. 178 player in the class, No. 19 edge rusher and No. 4 recruit from Pennsylvania.
He adds an intriguing depth option to Wisconsin’s outside linebacker room. The Badgers return Darryl Peterson, Aaron Witt and Sebastian Cheeks to lead the group, plus recently added a proven veteran in Reiger (Louisville). That group is tasked with improving a Badgers pass rush that ranked near the bottom of the nation in 2024.
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— R2K (@FearbryTyreese) December 22, 2024
Fearbry’s addition fits Wisconsin’s broader approach to this transfer cycle: a Power Four transfer with some proven production. While there are several Football Championship Subdivision and D-III transfers in the mix, most of the Badgers’ top additions are from the Football Bowl Subdivision level.
The Badgers have also clearly prioritized the defensive front after several key departures at the position. Fearbry is the program’s seventh combined defensive line or outside linebacker commit.
For more on those players and Wisconsin’s new-look roster entering 2025, check out our transfer offer, visit and commitment tracker.
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