Wisconsin Talent Shines in NFL Draft Rounds 2-7

0:00On April 24, 1st round of the 2026 NFL draft wrapped up with no Wisconsin natives or University of Wisconsin players hearing there. Names called in those top 32 picks. Still, expect some familiar Badger connected talent. To light up rounds 2 through 7 this Friday, April 24 and Saturday, the 25th. Mason Ryger stands out as a lock for selection. The 6 foot 4, 251 pound outside linebacker, who ranks 2nd on Wisconsin in. Sex with 5 last year. Then their Skyler Bell, wide receiver who balled out a UConn after 3 seasons with the Badgers, earning 1st team all-American honors with 1,278 yards and 13 touchdowns. Wisconsin roots run deep with guys like Billy Schraff, the Campbellsport Guard at Notre Dame, who started 2 years despite a late season injury. Riley Noah Kowski, tied in for Marquette High, transferred to Indiana for a national title. Third team All Big Ten with 32 catches after. 5 years at UW.

1:03Keep watching current Badgers like Vinnie Anthony, who led the team with 31 receptions and strong kick returns, plus Lance Mason's 2nd team. All Big Ten tied in with 4 scores. X Badgers, Tanner Coziole dominated at Houston with a nation leading 74 tight-in receptions. Nolan Ruchie started 12 at Penn State and, Max Bredison, Arrowhead alum, brought national champ vibes as Michigan's fullback. These picks could boost Badger pride even after a quiet opener, so stay locked in as the draft keeps unfolding with Wisconsin flavor on deck.