Former Wisconsin running back Tawee Walker is receiving high-profile transfer interest.
The former Badgers starter is setting up official visits to both Georgia and Cincinnati, according to On3’s Pete Nakos.
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Walker is in the portal after one year with the Badgers. He was granted an extra year of eligibility for the season he spent at Palomar Junior College. He entered the portal on Dec. 24, looking for a new destination to play that final year.
Walker tallied 864 yards and 10 touchdowns on 190 carries in his one season with the Badgers. Those numbers follow totals of 120 carries for 575 rushing yards and seven touchdowns in two seasons at Oklahoma.
Georgia is reportedly entering the mix for Walker as it prepares for its College Football Playoff quarterfinal against Notre Dame. The program is highlighting running back as a need with starter Trevor Etienne likely gone to the NFL draft after the Bulldogs’ playoff run concludes.
Wisconsin running back Tawee Walker is working on scheduling visits to Georgia and Cincinnati in the near future, Lionheart Sports Agency tells @On3sports.
Former Oklahoma transfer had 864 yards this season and 10 touchdowns.
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— Pete Nakos (@PeteNakos_) January 1, 2025
Wisconsin will enter 2025 with sophomore Darrion Dupree and redshirt junior Cade Yacamelli leading the running back room. Both excelled in limited action in 2024. Walker commanded the majority of the carries. Dupree took 79 carries for 317 yards and a touchdown, while Yacamelli tallied 274 yards and two touchdowns on just 33 carries.
The Badgers are well-stocked at the position after several years of strong recruiting efforts. Still, it will be interesting to watch Walker in his final year — especially if it is at a leading SEC power in Georgia.
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