Prior to the 2017, season, Wisconsin Badgers tight end Troy Fumagalli was named to the preseason Mackey Award watch list and was named a preseason All-American by Athlon, ESPN, and Sports Illustrated. He also received first-team All-Big Ten preseason honors from Athlon.
The 6’6, 248-pound senior is an opposing figure on the football field and his combination of speed and size makes him a match-up nightmare for defenses.
However, Fumagalli’s career at Wisconsin has been one that has seen its ups and downs.
Fumagalli made his first major contribution to the Wisconsin offense during his sophomore season, following a freshman season when he compiled 14 receptions for 187 yards while playing behind Sam Arneson.