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Wisconsin Falls 41-13 to No. 5 Notre Dame

9/8/2026

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Luke Fickell's Wisconsin Badgers lost to No. 5 Notre Dame 41-13 in the season opener.
The loss lowered Fickell’s overall Wisconsin record to 17-22.
Wisconsin’s contract with Fickell runs through March 31, 2030, with a $21.28 million buyout if terminated Dec 1, 2026.
His annual salary rises from $7.8 million in 2026 to $8.3 million in 2031.

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Story summary

Luke Fickell's Wisconsin Badgers lost to No. 5 Notre Dame 41-13 in the season opener.
The loss lowered Fickell’s overall Wisconsin record to 17-22.
Wisconsin’s contract with Fickell runs through March 31, 2030, with a $21.28 million buyout if terminated Dec 1, 2026.
His annual salary rises from $7.8 million in 2026 to $8.3 million in 2031.