Wisconsin Taps E.J. Whitlow as New Defensive Line Coach
The Badgers have found their Greg Scruggs replacement.
In a move that underscores the value of networking in the coaching world, Luke Fickell, head coach of the University of Wisconsin football team, has appointed E.J. Whitlow as the Badgers' new defensive line coach, according to a report from Pete Thamel of ESPN.
Badgernotes.com was able to confirm this report on Thursday afternoon.
Sources: Wisconsin is expected to hire E.J. Whitlow as the school’s new defensive line coach. He’s the defensive ends coach at Air Force and was previously at Miami of Ohio. As the line coach at Grand Valley State, Whitlow coached current Patriots star Matthew Judon.
— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) February 22, 2024
Whitlow brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having spent the past two seasons coaching defensive ends at Air Force. His coaching journey also includes stints at Miami (Ohio), Division II Grand Valley State, and Division II Notre Dame College.
Notably, Whitlow previously worked alongside Wisconsin Badgers outside linebackers coach Matt Mitchell during his tenure at Grand Valley State from 2014 to 2017.
Wisconsin Hiring E.J. Whitlow as Defensive Line Coach
This appointment comes as Wisconsin football sought to fill the void left by former defensive line coach Greg Scruggs, who departed for a similar role at Michigan. While this marks E.J. Whitlow's first foray into coaching at a Power 4 conference, he boasts extensive recruiting experience in the Midwest.