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The Wisconsin Badgers hosted their 2025 Spring Showcase this past Saturday, giving fans a first glimpse at the 2025 team and how offseason transfer additions will fit into new offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes’ scheme. The event also provided head coach Luke Fickell an opportunity to showcase what he’s been working on this offseason after an underwhelming 5-7 2024 campaign.
Wisconsin added key transfers at many positions of need, including at quarterback and along the defensive line. Those positions were under the spotlight on Saturday as the two spots that the Badgers needed to improve the most. At first glance, it seems as if the coaching staff landed some significant difference-makers in both groups.
In addition to those who transferred in, the Spring Showcase was also a first glimpse at some of the program’s young talent, including class of 2025 early enrollees. Several such players, both on offense and defense, have a chance to make an impact from day one.
For more, here are three primary takeaways from Wisconsin’s Spring Showcase, plus what each means for the 2025 season:
1. More dynamic offensive play-calling from new OC Jeff Grimes
Offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes joined the Badgers this offseason, looking to help the program improve from one of its worst seasons offensively (and overall) in program history. His dynamic, more traditional Wisconsin-style offense was on display during Saturday’s showcase with many creative play calls, including end-arounds, screen passes, and fullback dives.
It’s also clear that Jeff Grimes is a lot more comfortable calling plays with his offense under center, which was one of the biggest criticisms of former offensive coordinator Phil Longo and his air-raid offense. Grimes’ play-calls also reminded many of the dynamic and unique plays that Paul Chryst employed during his time as…
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Publish date : 2025-04-21 20:10:00
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