Nebraska rival not expected to make a change at head coach in 2026

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One of Nebraska's Big Ten rivals has announced it will not be making a change at head coach at the end of the season. Luke Fickell is set to return as Wisconsin's head coach in 2026.

Fickell is 15-19 in his four years with the Badgers, and the program is expected to see increased financial investment in the roster and program. If Wisconsin had decided to move on from Fickell, it would have owed him more than $25 million.

According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, athletic director Chris McIntosh has given his full support to the Badgers' head coach.

"With Wisconsin 2-6 overall and winless in Big Ten play, McIntosh is informing the Wisconsin team on Thursday that Fickell will return as head coach next year. The return will come with changes, which include increased investment in the roster and program, along with an ongoing analysis of every facet of the program."

Wisconsin holds a record of 2-6 on the season and 0-5 in the Big Ten. They return to action this Saturday, hosting the Washington Huskies. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. CT and can be seen on the Big Ten Network.

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