ESPN.com · Sep 20, 2025
Wisconsin's Fickell gets support from AD after loss to Maryland
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Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh voiced his support for coach Luke Fickell and the program following Saturday's 27-10 home loss to Maryland, which featured several "Fire Fickell!" chants by the student section.
Speaking with the Wisconsin State Journal and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, McIntosh shared his "belief in the program and the people around our program, specifically Luke," and reiterated his support for the players. Fickell fell to 15-15 in two-plus seasons as Badgers coach after consecutive losses to Alabama and Maryland. He is under contract through the 2031 season and is earning $7.7 million this fall.
