An aerial view of Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis.
An aerial view of Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis., home of the Wisconsin Badgers.
MADISON – The Wisconsin Badgers’ 2026 class of offensive linemen is taking shape.
Maddox Cochrane, a 6-foot-7, 285-pound tackle from Richmond, Virginia, announced his commitment to the Badgers Sunday evening. He is the second offensive lineman in the Badgers’ class and the sixth known recruit overall.
Cochrane, who attends Benedictine College Prep, announced the news on X and Instagram with the caption 100% committed. #GoBadgers #OnWisconsin.
Cochrane is considered a three-star prospect by Rivals, 247sports and On3. His offer from Wisconsin came in March of last year.
Cochrane announced his choice after announcing 15 FBS Division I offers on X. The list included Virginia and Virginia Tech as well as Maryland and Rutgers. From those offers he announced official visits to Duke, Virginia Tech, Virginia and Rutgers. His official visit to Wisconsin is scheduled for May 29-June 1.
Cochrane was a first-team all-state selection this past season who helped Benedictine win its second straight state championship.
The Badgers’ 2026 class now includes four offensive players: Cochrane, quarterback Ryan Hopkins, receiver Tayshon Bardo and offensive lineman Benjamin Novak. The class also includes Carsen Eloms, a cornerback from Indiana, and Carmelow Reed, an edge rusher from the Chicago area.
