A "why Luke Fickell hasn't been fired yet" theory makes surprising sense

Oct 4, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Wisconsin Badgers head coach Luke Fickell on the sideline in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images | Rick Osentoski-Imagn ImagesThe college football world watched three head coaches get fired over the weekend, but none of them were named Luke Fickell. Vegas odds have had him as one of the favorites to be fired, but other coaches further down the list keep passing him in line to get the boot. What's the holdup? Why isn't Wisconsin showing some self-respect and removing the coach of the currently worst team in the Big Ten?

One theory floated around the internet makes some…