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Recruits react to Wisconsin hiring Luke Fickell

Malik Elzy
Malik Elzy (Rivals.com)

Wisconsin announced the hire of Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell on Sunday, just one day after the Badgers closed out their season with a 23-16 loss to Minnesota. Here's how several top prospects are reacting to the news:

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"Whatever works better for him. I guess it's a better opportunity for him and his family. At the end of the day, you have to do what's best for you. It's just crazy that he's going."


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“Right now, I don’t know what to think. I am still committed to Cincy. We haven’t been told anything on which coaches are leaving and who is staying. Once I know then I can let you know where I stand.”


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“Still processing it.”


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“It’s a great hire, really unexpected, but a good hire.”


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“Fickell leaving Cincinnati really didn’t surprise me. Something felt off during my last visit down there and that’s what played a role in my decommitment.”

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“A big shocker to my family and I, especially with it being last minute and I already have everything set to go to college in January. We are still trying to process everything.”

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"Honestly, I'm just surprised right now."

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“I am honestly at loss for words. There is a lot going on and a ton to comprehend.”

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