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Wisconsin Transfer QB Colton Joseph Named Most Underrated in Big Ten
The former Old Dominion star looks to revive the Badgers' struggling offense.
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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Colton Joseph, a transfer quarterback from Old Dominion, has been named the most underrated quarterback in the Big Ten conference. Joseph, who threw for 2,624 yards and 21 touchdowns while also rushing for 1,007 yards and 13 scores last season, opted to join the Wisconsin Badgers after receiving interest from several Power 5 programs. The Badgers have struggled with inconsistent quarterback play in recent years, and Joseph will be tasked with helping turn the team's fortunes around under head coach Luke Fickell.
Why it matters
Joseph's arrival at Wisconsin is seen as a potential game-changer for the Badgers, who have failed to post a winning season since Fickell's first year in 2023. The team's quarterback woes have been a major factor in their struggles, and Fickell will be hoping that Joseph's dual-threat abilities and veteran experience can provide the spark the offense needs to get back on track.
The details
Joseph, a native of Newport Beach, California, was named the Sun Belt Conference's Offensive Player of the Year in 2025 after his standout season at Old Dominion. Despite interest from programs like Stanford, TCU, and Florida State, he ultimately chose to transfer to Wisconsin, where he'll look to prove he can succeed at the Power 5 level.
- Joseph entered the transfer portal during the January 2-16 window.
- He was named the most underrated quarterback in the Big Ten on February 17, 2026.
The players
Colton Joseph
A transfer quarterback from Old Dominion who was named the Sun Belt Conference's Offensive Player of the Year in 2025 after throwing for 2,624 yards and 21 touchdowns, while also rushing for 1,007 yards and 13 scores.
Luke Fickell
The head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers, who is hoping Joseph can help turn the team's fortunes around after struggling to a 17-21 record in his first four seasons.
What’s next
Joseph will look to prove he can succeed at the Power 5 level and help the Badgers return to winning ways under Fickell's leadership.
The takeaway
Colton Joseph's transfer to Wisconsin represents a potential turning point for the Badgers' struggling offense, as the team looks to the former Old Dominion star to provide the consistency and playmaking ability they've lacked at the quarterback position in recent years.
