The transfer portal is open, and with it comes the unofficial start of what could be a defining offseason for the Wisconsin football program. Roster decisions are being made quickly, portal evaluations are ongoing, and the early framework of the 2026 team is quietly beginning to take shape.
Inside Bucky’s Burrow, there’s been steady discussion this week about player retention, portal movement, and which developments are worth tracking now rather than reacting to later. Think of it as a snapshot or a temperature check on a few items that help frame where things stand as the Badgers’ offseason gets underway.