Wisconsin Badgers football 2026 offseason transfer portal tracker
Stay up to date on every Wisconsin football transfer portal move for the 2026 offseason, including all roster departures and new additions.
The University of Wisconsin football program heads into the 2026 offseason with something far more urgent than a typical offseason checklist.
After a 4–8 season that exposed the gap between where the Badgers are and where they want to be, Luke Fickell and his coaching staff are now staring down a transfer portal window that will go a long way toward determining whether this rebuild gains enough traction to continue or if it drifts further off course and forces another reset.
The transfer portal officially opens on Jan. 2, and every Power Four program knows what’s coming. Nobody is immune to roster turnover anymore. The Badgers expect plenty of departures. They expect difficult conversations to take place. They expect to have a roster that looks meaningfully different by the time spring practice rolls around. But they’re hoping the influx of talent and experience moves the program forward.
For the first time in this new era, the administration is signaling that significant investment in the program is on the table. Between the NIL funding and the financial flexibility created via revenue sharing, Wisconsin believes it finally has the resources to compete for high-end portal talent rather than dig deep for marginal upgrades. Now they have to prove it.
“Internally, you felt like, man, there are some things that are growing,” Fickell said. “You don’t always get a chance to see them on Saturdays, and sometimes the struggles outweigh the things you can visually see, especially on Saturdays. When it’s all said and done, we’ve got to take a deep dive into the things that we need to be able to do.
“We’ve talked about some of the traditional things of how to continue to build a program and how to continue to build a team, and those are things we know we’re going to make adjustments and changes to. But we felt like we’re on a path that’s going to take us to the right place. There are a lot of things we still have to be able to continue to adapt, adjust, and change.”
As the transfer window opens, this tracker will monitor every move, who’s leaving, who’s joining the Badgers, and how Wisconsin attempts to rebuild its identity in what will be a pivotal offseason for the football program.
Players leaving the Wisconsin football program
Cody Raymond, outside linebacker
Redshirt freshman outside linebacker Cody Raymond announced on Dec. 1 that he plans to transfer. A former three-star recruit from Michigan in the 2024 class, Raymond joined Wisconsin as a preferred walk-on and did not see the field during his time in Madison.
“I am entering my name into the transfer portal with 3 years of eligibility remaining,” Raymond wrote. “Thank you, Wisconsin for the past two years of growth and development.”
New school: Ohio
Kyan Berry Johnson, wide receiver
Redshirt freshman wide receiver Kyan Berry-Johnson announced on Dec. 4 that he plans to transfer. A former three-star recruit from Illinois in the 2024 class, Berry-Johnson appeared in four games for Wisconsin, playing 22 total snaps and did not record any counting stats.
“First off, I’d like to thank Coach Luke Fickell, Coach Jordan Reid, and the entire Wisconsin staff for giving me the opportunity to play the game I love at the highest level,” Berry-Johnson wrote. “I want to thank God for his infinite grace and the blessings he continues to pour over my family and me. Thank you to all my friends and teammates at Wisconsin for the memories, lessons, and experiences in Madison, they’ll stay with me forever.
“After a lot of thought and prayer, I’ve decided to enter the transfer portal to continue my education and football career, with 3 remaining years of eligibility.”
New school: Sam Houston State
Remington Moss, safety
Freshman defensive back Remington Moss announced on Dec. 4 that he plans to transfer. A former three-star recruit from Virginia in the 2025 class, Moss did not see the field during his lone season with the Badgers.
“First off, I want to thank God for every opportunity I have had so far,” Moss wrote. “Next, would like to thank Coach Fickell and Coach Cooper for giving me the opportunity to play at this level. With that being said, I am entering the transfer portal with four years of eligibility left.”
New school: Elon
Atticus Bertrams, punter
Junior punter Atticus Bertrams announced on Dec. 6 that he plans to transfer. An international recruit who attended Prokick Australia, Bertrams appeared in 37 games for Wisconsin, quietly becoming one of the more reliable specialists the program has had in recent seasons.
Across 155 collegiate punts, Bertrams averaged 42.8 yards per attempt, a mark that sits among the top three in school history. He consistently flipped the field, dropping 65 punts inside the 20-yard line and launching 28 kicks that traveled at least 50+ yards. Bertrams will have one year of eligibility left.
“I would like to thank Coach Fickell and the Wisconsin staff for the opportunity to play for the University of Wisconsin for the last 3 seasons,” Bertrams wrote. “The memories, lessons, and people I’ve been able to meet through this process are something I will cherish forever.
“Thank you to all my teammates for the endless support through my time in Madison. With that being said, I will be entering the transfer portal with 1 year of eligibility remaining.”
New school: UCF
Cade Yacamelli, running back
Redshirt junior running back Cade Yacamelli announced on Dec. 9 that he plans to transfer. A former three-star recruit out of Pennsylvania in the 2022 class, Yacamelli spent four seasons with the Badgers, appearing in 32 games and carving out a small rotational role in the backfield.
Yacamelli finished his Wisconsin career with 571 rushing yards on 107 carries (5.3 YPC) and two touchdowns, plus 10 receptions for 84 yards.
“Thank you to Coach Fickell and the entire staff for helping me grow both as a player and as a man during my time at Wisconsin,” Yacamelli wrote. “I will always be grateful for the memories and the brotherhood I’ve shared with my teammates. I plan to enter the transfer portal on January 2nd as a graduate transfer with one year of eligibility remaining.”
New school: Miami (OH)
Joseph Griffin Jr., wide receiver
Redshirt junior wide receiver Joseph Griffin Jr. announced on Dec. 9 that he plans to enter the transfer portal. A composite three-star recruit out of Massachusetts in the 2022 class, Griffin Jr. was limited by NCAA transfer regulations during the 2024 season after arriving from Boston College.
In 2025, Griffin Jr. appeared in four games for the Badgers, logging 19 offensive snaps and recording one catch for five yards against MTSU.
“First, I want to give all glory to God for blessing me with the chance to play this game at a high level,” Griffin Jr. wrote. “I’d like to thank Coach Fickell for giving me the opportunity to be part of the Wisconsin family and experience the Big Ten. Coach Reid and Coach Guiton — thank you both for your encouragement, guidance, and belief in me. It was truly an honor to work with you.
“To the training staff and strength coaches, thank you for the growth, support, and care you’ve poured into me during my time here. And to my teammates — I’ll never forget the relationships we’ve built. Those bonds will last a lifetime. Lastly, thank you to the University of Wisconsin for allowing me to further my education, make lifelong friends, and be part of Badger Nation. After serious thought and prayer, I have decided to enter the transfer portal with one year of eligibility remaining.”
New school: UMass
Tackett Curtis, linebacker
Junior inside linebacker Tackett Curtis announced on Dec. 9 that he plans to enter the transfer portal. A composite four-star recruit out of Louisiana in the 2023 class, Curtis appeared in 24 games for Wisconsin after transferring in from USC, totaling 56 tackles, seven pressures, 2.5 tackles for loss, one sack, and three pass deflections during his time in Madison.
New school: UCF
Trech Kekahuna, wide receiver
Redshirt sophomore wide receiver Trech Kekahuna announced on Dec. 10 that he plans to enter the transfer portal. A composite three-star recruit from Hawaii, Kekahuna appeared in 29 games for Wisconsin, totaling 55 receptions for 614 yards and two touchdowns during his time with the Badgers. He also had 15 carries for 140 yards and a rushing touchdown.
New school: North Carolina
Jake Renfro, offensive line
Senior offensive lineman Jake Renfro announced that he plans to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 11 while also applying for a medical hardship that would potentially grant him a seventh season of eligibility.
A composite three-star recruit who followed Luke Fickell from Cincinnati to Wisconsin, Renfro appeared in just 16 games for the Badgers over three seasons, including starting all 12 games in 2024. He played in four games during the 2025 season before opting for surgery, bringing his time with the Badgers to an end as he looks to continue playing elsewhere.
“I want to thank Coach Fickell, the entire coaching and training staff, my teammates, and the University of Wisconsin for everything over the past three seasons,” Renfro wrote. “I am grateful for the support, development, friendships, and memories I have made during my time in Madison. After much prayer and consideration, I have decided to enter the transfer portal and use a medical hardship year to continue my college football journey. I will always appreciate my time as a Badger.”
New school: Illinois
Angel Toombs, outside linebacker
Redshirt sophomore outside linebacker Angel Toombs announced on Dec. 11 that he plans to enter the transfer portal. A former in-state walk-on from Rufus King in Milwaukee, Tombs did not see game action during his three seasons with the Wisconsin football program.
“First and foremost, I want to thank God for the lessons, opportunities, and experiences I’ve had. I want to express my gratitude to the coaches, trainers, and entire staff at the University of Wisconsin,” Toombs wrote.
“A huge thanks to all my teammates for being there when I needed it and helping me develop into the player I am today. With that being said, I will be entering the transfer portal with three years of eligibility remaining.”
New school: Jacksonville State
Christian Alliegro, linebacker
Junior linebacker Christian Alliegro announced on Dec. 15 his intention to enter the transfer portal. A former composite three-star recruit from Connecticut in the 2023 recruiting class, Alliegro appeared in 35 games for Wisconsin over his career. He totaled 124 tackles, 14.0 tackles for loss, and eight sacks, while also adding three pass deflections and 18 pressures, per PFF.
Alliegro is coming off a productive season in which he played in 10 games and recorded 53 total tackles, nine pressures, eight tackles for loss, four sacks, and a pass deflection.
New school: Ohio State
Antarron Turner, linebacker
Redshirt junior linebacker Antarron Turner announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 15. A Florida native who transferred to Wisconsin after spending three seasons at Western Carolina, Turner did not appear in any games during his time with the Badgers. Turner did not log any defensive snaps or record any counting stats at Wisconsin and did not carry a composite star rating as a recruit coming out of high school.
“I’ll be entering my name in the transfer portal on Jan. 2 with 1 year of eligibility remaining 🙏🏾,” Turner wrote.
New school: Colorado State
Geimere Latimer II, cornerback
Junior cornerback Geimere Latimer II announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 16. A Georgia native who was unranked by the composite recruiting rankings coming out of high school, Latimer spent two seasons at Jacksonville State before transferring to Wisconsin.
During his lone season with the Badgers, Latimer appeared in 12 games and recorded 28 total tackles (17 solo), three pressures, and a forced fumble in 422 defensive snaps, and was used primarily as a slot corner.
Notably, his younger brother, Amari Latimer, was committed to Wisconsin before flipping to West Virginia on Signing Day. West Virginia head coach Rich Rodriguez also coached Geimere while he was at Jacksonville State.
New school: West Virginia
Eugeune Hilton Jr., wide receiver
Freshman wide receiver Eugene Hilton Jr. announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 22. A composite three-star recruit from Indiana and the son of former NFL wide receiver T.Y. Hilton, Hilton spent one season with the Wisconsin Badgers and appeared in all 12 games as a true freshman. He finished the season with eight receptions for 91 yards while logging 158 offensive snaps.
New school: Returned to Wisconsin.
Dilin Jones, running back
Redshirt freshman running back Dilin Jones announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 23. A composite four-star recruit out of Maryland in the 2024 class, Jones spent two seasons with the Wisconsin Badgers and appeared in 10 games during his career. He finished with 92 carries for 388 yards and two touchdowns during his time in Madison.
Jones earned the starting job out of fall camp as a redshirt freshman and carried the ball 76 times for 300 yards and two touchdowns across seven games before a foot injury prematurely ended his season.
New school: LSU
Tucker Ashcraft, tight end
Junior tight end Tucker Ashcraft announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 26, opting to move on after three seasons with the program. A composite three-star recruit out of Washington, Ashcraft appeared in 29 career games for the Wisconsin Badgers and totaled 22 receptions for 178 yards and two touchdowns across 697 offensive snaps.
In 2025, Ashcraft was limited to just four games and finished with two catches for 10 yards while logging 85 offensive snaps, as a lower-body injury sustained during fall camp kept him off the field for Wisconsin.
New school: USC
Billy Edwards Jr., quarterback
Graduate quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 29, bringing a brief and injury-shortened stint with the Wisconsin Badgers to a close. Edwards was a transfer addition last offseason, but his time in Madison never really got off the ground.
He appeared in just two games during the 2025 season due to a knee injury suffered in the season opener that was later re-aggravated against Maryland. In those limited appearances, Edwards completed 7-of-16 pass attempts for 113 yards. Edwards is expected to receive a medical redshirt.
New school: North Carolina
Preston Zachman, safety
Graduate safety Preston Zachman announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Dec. 30. A former three-star recruit out of Pennsylvania who was initially brought to Madison by Paul Chryst, Zachman developed into a steady and productive presence in the Wisconsin Badgers’ secondary.
Across 34 career games at Wisconsin, Zachman amassed 130 total tackles, 4.0 tackles for loss, seven interceptions, and 15 pass deflections.
Zachman was limited to just three games in 2025 due to injury, finishing the year with 12 total tackles, two interceptions, and two pass breakups. He is expected to receive a medical redshirt and have one season of eligibility left.
New school: Indiana
Jamel Howard, defensive lineman
Redshirt sophomore defensive lineman Jamel Howard formally entered his name into the transfer portal on Jan. 2. A former three-star recruit out of Illinois, Howard appeared in one game during the 2025 season, seeing action against Middle Tennessee. He played just four defensive snaps and did not record any counting stats during his career at Wisconsin.
"After careful consideration, I have decided to enter my name into the NCAA Transfer Portal," Howard wrote. "With two years of eligibility remaining, I’m excited to explore new opportunities and take the next step in my journey. Wisconsin will always have my respect and gratitude."
New school: Sacramento State
Ernest Willor Jr., defensive lineman
Redshirt freshman defensive lineman Ernest Willor Jr. formally entered his name into the transfer portal on Jan. 2. A former four-star recruit in the 2024 class out of Maryland, Willor did not appear in any games during his time with the Wisconsin Badgers and did not record any counting stats.
New school:
Joe Brunner, offensive lineman
It was announced on Jan. 6 that Redshirt junior offensive lineman Joe Brunner plans to enter the transfer portal. A former four-star recruit out of Whitefish Bay (WI.) in the 2022 recruiting class, Brunner spent four seasons with the Badgers and developed into a reliable, multi-year starter along the interior of the Wisconsin Badgers’ offensive line.
Brunner started 24 games over the past two seasons and appeared in 39 total games during his Wisconsin career, earning All-Big Ten honorable mention recognition in 2025. He was not credited with allowing a sack across 1,541 offensive snaps, per PFF, a testament to his consistency and pass-protection reliability during his time in the program.
New school: Indiana
Omillio Agard, cornerback
Redshirt freshman cornerback Omillio Agard announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Jan. 12. A composite four-star recruit out of Philadelphia in the 2024 recruiting class, Agard arrived in Madison as one of the more highly regarded defensive signees in his class.
Agard appeared in 11 games at corner during the 2025 season, finishing with 21 total tackles, 1.0 tackle for loss, one sack, three pass deflections, and an interception while logging 304 defensive snaps.
New school: Virginia
Deed Capper, long snapper
Redshirt freshman long snapper Deed Capper announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Jan. 15. A Mequon (WI.) native, Capper joined the Badgers as a preferred walk-on but did not appear in any games during his time in Madison.
“Officially in the transfer portal,” Capper wrote. “Open to all interest and opportunities. 3 years of eligibility left.”
New school: Virginia Tech
Leyton Nelson, offensive lineman
Redshirt junior offensive lineman Leyton Nelson announced his decision to enter the transfer portal on Jan. 16. Nelson transferred to Wisconsin from Vanderbilt, following former position coach AJ Blazek, but saw limited action during his time in Madison after suffering a knee injury shortly after arriving that kept him out for the 2024 season. He appeared in five games during the 2025 season, logging 10 total offensive snaps, which accounted for all of his on-field offensive action with the Badgers.
New school:
Transfer portal additions
Taylor Schaefer, linebacker
Inside linebacker Taylor Schaefer committed to the Wisconsin football program on Nov. 30 as an incoming transfer from Iowa Central Community College. A former in-state product who played his high school football at Southern Door, Schaefer appeared in 22 games during his JUCO career, totaling 146 tackles, 15.0 tackles for loss, and seven sacks. He’s coming off a standout 2025 season for the Tritons, where he finished with 97 total tackles, 10 tackles for loss, and five sacks across 10 games.
*This tracker will be updated throughout the NCAA transfer portal window, which runs from Jan. 2 to Jan. 16, as Wisconsin football players enter the portal, find new destinations, and new additions commit to the program.
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