Wisconsin Badgers head football coach Luke Fickell probably didn’t plan on carrying eight scholarship running backs into spring practice. Yet, the reality is that’s how many Devon Spalding will have in his position group when fall camp rolls around unless something changes.
Sitting atop the Badgers depth chart is senior Chez Mellusi, who announced his return for a final season. Coach Fickell clarified during a radio appearance on Wilde and Tausch that the Florida native “won’t get a big load, if any load, in the spring” as he works his way back from injury.
Tawee Walker, a transfer from Oklahoma, stands out as one of Pro Football Focus’ top-rated Power 5 portal additions.