Tag: Wisconsin Transfer Portal

Former Badger running back picks new school

After three seasons with Wisconsin Football, running back Julius Davis entered the transfer portal and he announced his new school Saturday.

After three seasons with Wisconsin football, running back Julius Davis entered the transfer portal and he announced his new school Saturday night. The Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin native has transferred to Montana State.

Davis was a three-star recruit coming out of high school, joining the Badgers as a member one of their class of 2019 recruits. He arrived one year ahead of four-star ball carrier Jalen Berger, though neither of them got much action behind superstar Jonathan Taylor in the backfield.

Over the three seasons that Davis spent with Wisconsin, he logged a total of 35 carries for 200 yards over eight games. The limited playing time can certainly be attributed to the emergence of Braelon Allen as well as injuries.

Now with Montana State, the 5-foot-11 athlete should be able to get more run and regardless of his production, he’ll always be a Badger!

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A Wisconsin cornerback enters the transfer portal

A Wisconsin cornerback enters the transfer portal

A Wisconsin cornerback is officially in the transfer portal. Redshirt-freshman cornerback Avyonne Jones announced his decision to enter on Wednesday afternoon.

Jones was originally a three-star recruit out of Southlake Carroll High School in Texas, and was known for his speed in the secondary as a high school prospect.

“You are everything a college football player dreams of,” said Jones while addressing Wisconsin’s fan base in his letter to the community that announced his transfer decision. “You have always shown me and my family love. Coming to Madison to play for Coach Chryst, Coach Leonhard, and Coach Poteat was a dream come true.”

Former Wisconsin OT finds new home in the Big 12

Former five-star Wisconsin OT quickly finds a new home in the Big 12 with a fast-rising program:

It didn’t take long for former Wisconsin Badgers offensive tackle Logan Brown to find a new home after being dismissed from the program and entering his name into the Transfer Portal.

This past week, the 6-foot-6, 313-pound offensive tackle announced he’d be joining Lance Leipold and the Kansas Jayhawks in the Big 12 in 2023.

Per the 247Sports composite, Brown was the No. 17 overall prospect in the 2019 recruiting class, the No. 4 OT in the country, and the No. 1 player in Michigan.

The former five-star OT was given every opportunity to earn a starting job at Wisconsin but ultimately failed to capitalize. His inconsistent play, specifically in pass protection, kept him from ever cementing his place among UW’s top five offensive linemen – so a fresh start made a ton of sense for both sides.

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Wisconsin WR/KR Stephan Bracey enters the transfer portal

A Wisconsin Badgers reserve WR/KR has entered his name into the Transfer Portal:

Madison, Wis.– On Monday afternoon, Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver/kick returner Stephan Bracey, whose been with the program for the past three seasons, announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal. 

Bracey took to Twitter to announce his decision:

“First off, I would like to thank God and everyone in the Wisconsin football program for providing me the opportunity to play and create countless friendships and memories. With that being said, my family and I have decided to officially enter my name in the transfer portal and continue my academic and athletic career elsewhere.”

Per the 247Sports composite, Bracey was the No. 1,166 overall prospect in the 2019 recruiting class, the No. 130 WR in the country, and the No. 31 player in Michigan.

Allen, a former three-star prospect out of Grand Rapids, Michigan, appeared in five games for the Badgers, registering one catch for 11 yards and one carry for three yards. 

His most significant impact, however, was made as a kick returner, where he averaged 32.2-yards per return on six attempts in 2021. His most notable return came against Nebraska last season when he returned the opening kickoff for a 91-yard touchdown. 

An injury-plagued career and a crowded wide receiver room made a clean break make the most sense for both sides moving forward. 

Bracey is now the fourth player to enter the transfer portal since Paul Chryst was fired, joining Deacon Hill, Logan Brown, and Markus Allen.

The speedy return man, who has two years of eligibility remaining, is sure to have plenty of suitors interested in taking a chance on his athleticism. 

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Wisconsin WR Markus Allen enters the transfer portal

A Wisconsin Badgers reserve WR has entered his name into the Transfer Portal:

Madison, Wis.– Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Markus Allen, whose been with the program for the past two seasons, announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal on Sunday evening. 

Allen took to Twitter to announce his decision:

“First want to thank everyone in the Wisconsin Football program for everything they’ve done up to this point. For helping me academically and athletically form the strength staff all the way down to the trainers. Truly love the bonds I’ve made with he great people and the memories with brothers. Thank you Coach Chryst & the Coaching Staff for giving me an opportunity at the University of Wisconsin. With that being said I would like to announce that I have officially entered the NCAA Transfer Portal. With 3 years remaining of NCAA Eligibility.”

Per the 247Sports composite, Allen was the No. 380 overall prospect in the 2021 recruiting class, the No. 61 WR in the country, and the No. 10 player in Ohio.

Allen, a former three-star prospect, appeared in eight games for the Badgers, registering 10 catches for 156 yards and a touchdown. 

With the 6-foot-1, 215-pound wideout leaving the program, he becomes the third player to enter the transfer portal since Paul Chryst was fired as head coach, joining Deacon Hill and Logan Brown, respectively. 

Allen had fallen behind Chimere Dike, Skyler Bell, and Keontez Lewis on the depth chart, making a clear path to playing time uncertain moving forward. 

The Ohio native has three years of eligibility remaining.

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Former five-star OT Logan Brown enters the transfer portal

A Wisconsin Badgers reserve OT has entered his name into the Transfer Portal:

Madison, Wis. — On Wednesday evening, Wisconsin Badgers offensive tackle Logan Brown, whose been with the program for the last four seasons, announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal.

“To Wisconsin Football, thank you for the opportunity for the last 4 years,” Brown said in a post on social media. “I will be entering the transfer portal and will be continuing my academic and football career elsewhere.”

This decision comes shortly after former head coach Paul Chryst, who recruited Brown, was fired by Athletic Director Chris McIntosh.

Per the 247Sports composite, Brown was the No. 17 overall prospect in the 2019 recruiting class, the No. 4 OT in the country, and the No. 1 player in Michigan.

This season, the former five-star recruit was given every opportunity to earn the starting job at right tackle. Still, inconsistent play, specifically in pass protection, kept him from ever cementing his place among the top five offensive linemen.

According to PFF, the 6-foot-6, 313-pound tackle played 209 snaps and allowed a team-high four pressures this season.

Redshirt freshman Riley Mahlman won the RT job out of fall camp, and in-state product Trey Wedig appears to have surpassed him on the depth chart as well – closing the door on any immediate opportunities. 

A fresh start seems to make the most sense for both sides at this point.

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Wisconsin QB Deacon Hill enters the transfer portal

A Wisconsin Badgers reserve QB has entered his name into the Transfer Portal:

On Sunday evening, Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Deacon Hill, whose been with the program for the last two seasons, announced his intentions to enter the transfer portal.

“I want to thank everyone from the Wisconsin football program for giving me the opportunity to grow into the athlete and man I am today,” Hill wrote in a statement on social media. “It is such a privilege to be surrounded by incredible teammates, coaches, and advisors. As well as the team managers who I’ve become close friends with, and I will always cherish the friendships I have made here. With that being said, after a lot of self-reflection, prayer, and difficult conversations with my family, I have officially decided to enter my name in the Transfer Portal.”

“This is not a decision I have taken lightly, and while I know I will miss my family here in Madison immensely, I believe this is an important step in continuing to grow and move forward in my football career. I love this team with all my heart, and I am confident that the relationships I have built in Madison will last a lifetime,” Hill continued. “To my teammates, I love each of you and sincerely wish you nothing but the best. Thank you Wisconsin football, and thank you Madison.” 

This decision comes one week after former head coach Paul Chryst, who recruited Hill, was fired by Athletic Director Chris McIntosh and thought it would be best for his career to pursue another opportunity.

Per the 247Sports composite, Hill was the No. 495 overall prospect in the 2023 recruiting class, the No. 39 QB in the country, and the No. 40 player in California.

During his career at Wisconsin, Hill appeared in one game and never attempted a pass.

The 6-foot-3, 250-pound QB has a strong arm and will go portaling with three years of eligibility remaining.

I’d also like to offer my deepest condolences to Zach Heilprin, who was undoubtedly Deacon’s most prominent supporter during this challenging time.

UW now has three scholarship signal callers remaining on the roster (Graham Mertz, Chase Wolf, Myles Burkett) and one walk-on (Marshall Howe).

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Where Wisconsin football transfers will call home this upcoming season

Here are where each of the Wisconsin football transfers will be playing next season:

College athletics have changed forever with the implementation of the transfer portal and their ability to change schools one time without having to sit out a season.

All schools have fallen victim to offseason transfer portal attrition, and the University of Wisconsin is no different. Players leave a program for a multitude of reasons, whether that be in search of more playing time or simply to get closer to home.

Thankfully for UW, they’ve largely been able to keep their core pieces intact, while using their available scholarships to pursue immediate impact players to plug holes on the roster.

However, Wisconsin saw several players enter the transfer portal in hopes of finding a new home they deemed to be a better fit.

Here, in no particular order, are where Wisconsin football transfers will call home this upcoming season:

Wisconsin lands Utah transfer safety Kamo’i Latu

Wisconsin adds some much needed safety depth in the transfer portal:

Wisconsin finished spring football in desperate need of depth at safety following an injury to Travion Blaylock. Thankfully, it would appear they have found their answer via the transfer portal. 

Following an official visit to Madison, the Badgers received a commitment on Friday from Utah transfer safety Kamo’i Latu. 

The 6-foot, 195-pound safety appeared in 14 games last season as a redshirt freshman, registering 19 tackles and three pass deflections. 

Rated as a three-star safety in the 2020 recruiting class, Latu initially committed to Utah over offers from Colorado, Nebraska, Oregon State, USC, Virginia, Washington and Washington State, and a host of others. 

Latu will be well positioned to compete for a spot in the two deep this fall, and has three years of eligibility remaining for the Badgers.

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Tracking where Wisconsin basketball transfers will call home in 2022-23

See where Wisconsin basketball transfers will call home in 2022-23:

The transfer portal has become part of a growing trend throughout the college basketball landscape, and, like it or not, it’s here to stay.

More than 1,200 players have entered the transfer portal in each of the last two offseasons, which averages out to roughly three players per Division one team transferring each year.

Players both incoming and outgoing can quickly alter the trajectory of a program due to the unpredictable nature each offseason can bring.

Unexpected transfers or early departures can often be mitigated by landing an experienced impact transfer at a position of need, or leave your roster with a glaring weakness just the same.

This offseason, Wisconsin has seen in-house transfers from Lorne Bowman, Ben Carlson, and Matthew Mors – all of whom entered the portal in search of a better long-term fit.

With all three transfers having found new homes, now seems like the perfect time to see where Wisconsin basketball transfers will call home this upcoming season: