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Pressure Mounting for Wisconsin to Make 'Move' on Luke Fickell

Pressure Mounting for Wisconsin to Make 'Move' on Luke Fickell

Summary

Wisconsin's football team is struggling, having lost three recent games by large margins. There is growing pressure to fire their head coach, Luke Fickell, who has a $25 million buyout clause. The team's performance at their upcoming homecoming game could impact future decisions regarding the coach and administration.

Key Facts

  • Wisconsin's football team has lost their last three games by large margins.
  • They have one win and two losses in the Big Ten Conference.
  • Coach Luke Fickell's contract includes a $25 million buyout.
  • There is pressure to fire Fickell despite the cost.
  • Possible changes to Wisconsin's football administration are being considered.
  • Fickell previously had success at Cincinnati, reaching the College Football Playoff in 2021.
  • Wisconsin plays Iowa this weekend in an important homecoming game.
  • Fickell's record at Wisconsin is 15-16 overall and 8-12 in conference games.

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