Mateos on Badgers: Rivalries, Miami Roots, Fickell Praise

0:00On March 27th, Wisconsin Badgers' offensive line coach, Landon Mateos, recently sat down for a one-on-one interview, sharing his excitement for the upcoming season. Even with a lighter 2026 schedule compared to last year's tough slate, he has his eyes on the rivalry matchups against Iowa and Minnesota. He stressed how much he values the tradition and intensity of those games. Mateos grew up in Miami as a die-hard Hurricanes fan, which adds an interesting twist given Wisconsin's strong record against Miami in recent years. That background makes those potential future clashes even more personal for him. Fans got a glimpse into his past when he recalled facing Jordan Love and Utah State back in 2019 while at BYU. The Cougars dominated that game, 42-14. Mateos has also embraced Wisconsin winters, famously shoveling snow and short sleeves to show his toughness. He had high praise for head coach Luke Fickle, calling him a breath of fresh air, with a no-nonsense style that resonates as a fellow ex-Liamen.

1:04Mateos is eager for his first intense coaching session under Fickle. As the Badgers gear up, insights like these build hype for a unified coaching staff ready to tackle big rivalries ahead.