Wisconsin's Recruiting Class Heats Up, Despite Defensive Line Setback

0:00On April 28th, Wisconsin's 2027 recruiting class is heating up fast with 10 commitments already locked in, putting them at number. 11 nationally before April even wraps. That's top tier momentum for the Badgers, but they took a hit on the defensive line when three star prospect Eli Thornton from Jonesboro, Arkansas. Picked his home state razor backs instead. Thornton had visited Wisconsin for their spring game and things looked promising, but the pole to stay close to home proved too strong. He announced his commitment on April 26th, shutting down Badger hopes for. Now it's a tough miss, especially since the staff's been grinding to beef up that D-line, but the class's strength means they're recruiting from a solid. Tivit. Spot. Fans might feel this thing, yet the overall hall keeps optimism high. Looking ahead, Wisconsin's eyeing several three star defensive linemen like one from Arizona announcing April 29th. Players from Connecticut, Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio.

1:05Most have official visits set for late May through mid-June, including their big weekend bash. With real action wrapping up end of May under coach fickle, snagging two or three from this board, turns this set back into just a blip, keeping the Badgers elite.