The former Bishop Verot quarterback replaced an injured Danny O'Neill in the Badgers' game against Washington on Nov. 8.

After his team's unlikely 13-10 upset win over 23rd-ranked Washington, Wisconsin football coach Luke Fickell spoke to the media about his job.

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What a week for Wisconsin football. First, athletics director Chris McIntosh announced on Thursday, Nov. 6 that coach Luke Fickell will be coming back in 2026, to the dismay of many Badgers fans.

Wisconsin finally had a reason to jump around, while the ACC continues to make its College Football Playoff case worse.

Nov 8, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Washington Huskies linebacker Anthony Ward (57) blocks the punt from Wisconsin Badgers kicker Sean West (91) during the second quarter at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images / Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Wisconsin fans rushed the field at Camp Randall Stadium after the Badgers' 13-10 win over Washington, which ended UW's six-game losing streak.