The Wisconsin Badgers lost a 24-7 game to the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday, marking their third rivalry loss of the season, dropping their record to 5-7. With a bowl game on the line, there was hope that Wisconsin could muster enough energy to pull off a much-needed victory.

The bottom of the Wisconsin football program fell out with a whimper as the Badgers fell to the Minnesota Gophers

In the aftermath of the game and the subsequent postgame reaction, a video went viral showing an exchange between Badgers coach Luke Fickell and Nebraska offensive line coach Donovan Raiola as Fickell was leaving the field. Related: Braelon Allen, former Wisconsin players react to Badgers historic loss to Nebraska

Donovan Raiola, the uncle of Nebraska starting quarterback Dylan Raiola, did not shy away from conflict during his college football career or his six

Wisconsin is currently set to enter 2025 with Van Dyke, Braedyn Locke, Mabrey Mettauer, class of 2025 three-star Landyn Locke and class of 2025 four-star Carter Smith in its quarterback room. The transfer portal is sure to make that group look different come spring practice.

Wisconsin football coach Luke Fickell announced his plans for the Badgers offense after firing offensive coordinator Phil Longo

Wisconsin has a string of 22 consecutive bowl appearances and winning seasons. Both streaks are in jeopardy as the Badgers prepare to close their regular season by hosting Minnesota in the battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe.

Wisconsin football will be searching for a new offensive coordinator, following head coach Luke Fickell's decision to make a change.

A bowl game streak of 22 seasons goes out the window as the Wisconsin Badgers lose their season finale to the Minnesota Golden Gophers

Wisconsin faces off against Nebraska, seeking bowl eligibility; offensive coordinator changes could impact the outcome.

Many inside the program still believe despite the Badgers' first losing season since 2001. From the outside, it's hard to find hope.