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Colts and Falcons Pick Badgers in Shocking Late Draft

4/28/2025

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In a surprising turn during the 2025 NFL Draft, Wisconsin Badgers safety Hunter Wohler and offensive tackle Jack Nelson were picked in the seventh round by the Indianapolis Colts and Atlanta Falcons, respectively. This starkly highlights a troubling trend for the program, as it marks the first time in over three decades that no players were chosen before the seventh round.

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In a surprising turn during the 2025 NFL Draft, Wisconsin Badgers safety Hunter Wohler and offensive tackle Jack Nelson were picked in the seventh round by the Indianapolis Colts and Atlanta Falcons, respectively. This starkly highlights a troubling trend for the program, as it marks the first time in over three decades that no players were chosen before the seventh round.