Wisconsin’s 2027 Cornerback Picture: A Position in Transition and a Major Priority
With the 2026 recruiting cycle wrapped, Wisconsin is already shifting its focus to 2027 - and few position groups are more in flux than cornerback. The Badgers are staring down a major reset in the secondary, and the next wave of talent is going to have to grow up fast. That makes this next class - and the portal - absolutely critical.
Let’s break down where things stand and what’s ahead for Wisconsin at corner.
A Cornerback Room in Flux
If you’re looking for a position group that’s going to look dramatically different in 2026, start with corner. Wisconsin is set to lose its top four contributors from the 2025 season - and that’s not an exaggeration.
Ricardo Hallman, D’Yoni Hill, and Nyzier Fourqurean have all exhausted their eligibility. Fourqurean didn’t see the field this fall, but he was still in the mix as a veteran presence. Meanwhile, Geimere Latimer - the team’s top slot corner - is hitting the transfer portal, with West Virginia looking like his likely landing spot.
That’s a lot of experience walking out the door in one offseason. And while there are some intriguing young players waiting in the wings, the depth chart is anything but settled.
Who’s Next?
The most experienced returner is Omillio Agard, who split time with Hill last fall and showed flashes of what he can become. He’s likely to be the leader of the group heading into spring ball. Then there’s Cairo Skanes, who got on the field as a true freshman and held his own - not an easy task in the Big Ten.
Beyond that, it gets thin quickly. Wisconsin has two second-year players and two incoming true freshmen, but none have logged meaningful snaps yet. That’s not just a depth concern - it’s a starting job concern.
Right now, the Badgers have starting opportunities open at both boundary corner spots and in the slot. That’s rare. And it’s exactly why this position group is expected to be one of Wisconsin’s top three priorities in the transfer portal this winter.
The Portal Push
The staff knows what’s at stake. With so many veterans gone, Wisconsin isn’t just looking for bodies - they’re looking for impact players. Expect the Badgers to be aggressive in the portal, likely targeting at least three high-end corners to help stabilize the room.
The good news? There should be no shortage of options. The transfer market has become a vital tool for programs looking to reload quickly, and Wisconsin has a compelling pitch: immediate playing time, a defensive system that puts corners in position to shine, and a chance to be part of a young, hungry group looking to make a name for itself.
Looking Ahead to 2027
As the 2027 recruiting cycle takes shape, Wisconsin is already evaluating which high school prospects could be long-term solutions at corner. Some are already showing strong interest in the program, while others remain long shots. But one thing is clear - the Badgers are casting a wide net and looking to bring in talent that can compete early.
It’s still early in the process, and more offers will go out in the coming months. Some targets will rise, others will fall off the board. But with the amount of turnover at corner, this isn’t just about building for the future - it’s about reloading for the present.
Final Thoughts
Cornerback isn’t just a position of need for Wisconsin - it’s a position of urgency. With the 2025 season’s core moving on, the Badgers are in the middle of a full-on rebuild in the secondary. The staff will need to hit on both portal additions and 2027 recruits to keep the defense on track.
There’s opportunity here - for returning players, for transfers, and for incoming freshmen. And if Wisconsin can land the right mix, this group could go from question mark to strength in a hurry.