Wisconsin football is deep into its spring practices as the team prepares for the upcoming season. Head coach Luke Fickell has made changes to his coaching staff, brought in new players, and implemented a fresh scheme in hopes of turning things around. After missing a bowl game for the first time in 22 years, many fans are growing frustrated and skeptical of Fickell’s direction, with the sense that the program’s trajectory is heading downward.
Despite this, spring practices offer a valuable opportunity to evaluate the team, see which players are making strides, and monitor position battles as they unfold. However, the physical nature of these sessions often leads to injuries, and this week, the Badgers suffered a setback with one of their players. Thomas Heiberger, who dealt with an injury last season, is now sidelined for the remainder of spring practice due to another injury.
Linebacker Thomas Heiberger has suffered a leg injury during spring practices, sidelining him for the remainder of the season. The redshirt freshman, who only appeared in four games last year due to a training camp injury, was eager to get back on track, but now faces another setback.
A native of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Heiberger came to Wisconsin as a 3-star linebacker after an impressive high school career. Initially projected to play outside linebacker, he was transitioning to an inside linebacker role this season. Heiberger had hoped to contribute depth to the position and even compete for a roster spot. Unfortunately, that will have to wait until training camp, as he is now unable to participate in any further activities this spring. It’s a tough break for the young player, who has struggled to overcome injuries.
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