Under Armour Regional Unleashes Badger Talent
The class of 2027 Wisconsin recruits took center stage at the Under Armour Chicago Regional. Seven commits, including QB Jack Sorgi and edge rusher Isaac Miller, showed their skills before top scouts. Offensive linemen Ethan McIntosh and twin Hunter Mallinger earned “best on best” honors, proving Wisconsin’s line haul is deeper than ever. McIntosh displayed surprising flexibility and agility for a big man, while Mallinger’s strength and technique made him a force against elite competition.
In a move that had fans reaching for their peppermint schnapps, these future Badgers transformed a sweaty Midwestern showcase into a bustling recruiting runway. It’s like they arrived with golden resumes and left with Hollywood headshots. McIntosh’s newfound national respect suggests he’s no longer just “that Verona kid”—he’s the next lineman to star in Wisconsin’s trench warfare. Meanwhile, Hunter Mallinger and his twin double-act looked like they could anchor an offensive line or host a reality TV cooking show—either way, they’re serving up dominance. As other programs scratch their heads, Wisconsin can sit back with a glint in its eye: “We told you so.”
Which Top Recruits Will the Badgers Poach?
Wisconsin already flipped LB Keaton Wollan from Iowa State and is pushing to sway three more prospects during official visit weekends. DB Mekhi Williams (FSU commit) visits first and battles Nebraska, LSU and Florida State for his pledge. LB Brody Pfannestiel (Texas Tech commit) arrives next, offering the Badgers a chance to add another edge talent alongside Isaac Miller. WR Chuck Alexander (Louisville commit) rounds out the trio, looking to inject elite route-running into a group that’s starved for playmakers.
Welcome to the collegiate version of “Let’s Make a Deal,” where Wisconsin winks from behind a red curtain and flashes a buffet of cheese curds in hopes of snagging prized recruits. Mekhi Williams will be courted like royalty but may bolt back to FSU’s sunny castles. Pfannestiel, however, gets the full Matt Mitchell charm offensive—think glossy campus tours and maybe a complimentary Badger blanket if he signs. And Alexander? He’ll see Wisconsin’s sparkling stadium and wonder why he ever considered orange jerseys when there’s red and white flair on offer. If recruiting were poker, Wisconsin just went all-in—now let’s see who folds.
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