Former Wisconsin Badgers Walk-On Becomes Hot Commodity on NFL Coaching Circuit

Connor Senger, a Milwaukee native, has received multiple interview requests from NFL teams for various coaching positions.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 4:15pm

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Connor Senger, a former walk-on quarterback for the Wisconsin Badgers, has become a hot commodity on the NFL coaching circuit. After spending the last four seasons working in various offensive coaching roles with the Arizona Cardinals, Senger has received interview requests from the Buffalo Bills, Green Bay Packers, and Chicago Bears for different coaching positions, including quarterback coach and offensive coordinator.

Why it matters

Senger's rapid rise through the coaching ranks, from a walk-on player to an in-demand NFL coaching prospect, highlights the value of developing talent from within and the opportunities available for those who demonstrate their coaching abilities at the collegiate and professional levels.

The details

Senger, a Milwaukee native, played quarterback at Pius XI High School and accepted a walk-on offer from Wisconsin over interest from other Division III schools. He was recognized as the Offensive Scout Team Player of the Year in 2013 and 2014 with the Badgers before transferring to the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh for his final two seasons of eligibility. After graduating, Senger immediately began his coaching career, mentoring quarterback Brett Kasper at the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh and coaching at various other colleges before joining the Arizona Cardinals in 2022. He has held various job titles with the Cardinals, including quality control coach, assistant quarterbacks coach, and pass game coordinator, primarily working with quarterback Kyler Murray.

  • Senger played quarterback at Pius XI High School in Milwaukee.
  • Senger accepted a walk-on offer from the University of Wisconsin in 2013.
  • Senger was recognized as the Offensive Scout Team Player of the Year in 2013 and 2014 with the Badgers.
  • Senger transferred to the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh for his final two seasons of eligibility.
  • Senger began his coaching career immediately after graduating, mentoring quarterback Brett Kasper at the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh in 2017.

The players

Connor Senger

A former walk-on quarterback for the Wisconsin Badgers who has become a hot commodity on the NFL coaching circuit, receiving multiple interview requests from NFL teams for various coaching positions.

Brett Kasper

A quarterback that Senger mentored at the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, who went on to win the Gagliardi Trophy as the top player in NCAA Division III football.

Kyler Murray

The quarterback that Senger has primarily worked with during his time with the Arizona Cardinals, where he has held various coaching roles.

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What they’re saying

“The #Bears have requested to interview Connor Senger for their offensive coordinator position, source said.”

— Ian Rapoport, NFL Network insider (Twitter)

What’s next

The Chicago Bears are seeking permission to interview Senger for their offensive coordinator role, and it remains to be seen if he will receive any other interview requests from NFL teams as they finalize their coaching staffs leading into the draft cycle.

The takeaway

Senger's rapid rise through the coaching ranks, from a walk-on player to an in-demand NFL coaching prospect, demonstrates the value of developing talent from within and the opportunities available for those who can prove their coaching abilities at the collegiate and professional levels.