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Wisconsin Football Coaches Don’t Believe ‘RB of the Future’ on Team

During yesterday’s ReliaQuest Bowl game against LSU, announcers dropped an interesting nugget that showcased the potential uncertainty in the Wisconsin Badgers football team’s backfield.

ESPN’s Rod Gilmore hinted at the coaching staff’s continued search to find a featured running back for 2024, casting doubt on the current in-house options vying for that honor at RBU.

Cade Yacamelli and Jackson Acker showcased their respective skill sets during the game in extended playing time. Still, Gilmore suggested neither is seriously being considered for the starting job next season.

“What’d you think of the coaches telling us that they didn’t really believe that the running back of the future is on the squad now?