Wisconsin Badgers Duo Showcases Skills at 2026 NFL Combine

Wide receiver Vinny Anthony and edge rusher Mason Reiger represent the Badgers in Indianapolis

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Wisconsin Badgers have two players participating in the 2026 NFL Combine this week in Indianapolis - wide receiver Vinny Anthony and edge rusher Mason Reiger. Both players will have the opportunity to showcase their skills and impress NFL scouts through media interviews and on-field workouts.

Why it matters

The NFL Combine is a crucial event for college football players looking to take the next step in their careers and get drafted by an NFL team. Strong performances at the Combine can significantly boost a player's draft stock and improve their chances of being selected.

The details

Reiger will do his NFL Combine press conference on Wednesday at 10:40 a.m. CT, while Anthony's press availability is on Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. CT. On the field, Reiger is set to work out with the defensive linemen and linebackers on Wednesday afternoon, while Anthony will run with the wide receivers on Saturday at Noon CT. The on-field workouts will be aired on NFL Network and streamed live on NFL+.

  • The NFL Combine is taking place this week in Indianapolis.
  • Reiger's press conference is on Wednesday at 10:40 a.m. CT.
  • Anthony's press conference is on Friday at 9:30 a.m. CT.
  • Reiger's on-field workouts are on Wednesday afternoon.
  • Anthony's on-field workouts are on Saturday at Noon CT.

The players

Vinny Anthony

A wide receiver for the Wisconsin Badgers, Anthony is looking to build on his momentum from the Senior Bowl and impress NFL scouts at the Combine.

Mason Reiger

An edge rusher for the Wisconsin Badgers, Reiger is coming off a breakout performance at the East-West Shrine Bowl and hopes to continue that success at the Combine.

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What they’re saying

“Vinny's headed to the Combine 👐”

— Wisconsin Football (Twitter)

“Credit to @LanceZierlein for putting Wisconsin EDGE Mason Reiger on my radar. He is a big time sleeper in this class. Twitched up, disruptive pass rusher who could've had double-digit sack numbers if he finished better. Has his limitations vs the run, but his quickness and…”

— Jonah Tuls (Twitter)

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The takeaway

The NFL Combine is a crucial event for college football players looking to take the next step in their careers and get drafted by an NFL team. The strong performances of Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Vinny Anthony and edge rusher Mason Reiger at the Combine could significantly boost their draft stock and improve their chances of being selected.