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Badgers 2026 defensive line target to announce commitment on Friday

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The Wisconsin Badgers are nearing the decision of another target in the 2026 class, as three-star defensive lineman Blake Smythe is announcing his commitment on Friday.

Smythe, a native of Indiana, is down to six schools: Wisconsin, Indiana, Purdue, Illinois, Louisville, and Michigan State.

He currently has two official visits planned: one to Wisconsin and one to Indiana, but is now making his commitment before the summer begins.

Wisconsin has one defensive lineman in the fold thus far with three-star Carmelow Reed, but Smythe and his 6’3, 275-pound frame would be another addition at a position of need.