Here's how a new Wisconsin football assistant fared recruiting in the SEC JAKE KOCOROWSKI Dec 27, 2023 Dec 27, 2023 Updated Jul 25, 2025 × BadgerExtra reporter Jake Kocorowski chats with 2024 four-star defensive line signee Dillan Johnson after submitting his national letter of intent. 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