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Michael Furtney, Wisconsin OL, confirms plans for 2023 season

Grant Bricker

By Grant Bricker

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Michael Furtnery entered his name into the transfer portal on Dec. 5, but has now changed his mind after speaking with Wisconsin HC Luke Fickell. Furtney announced the news from his Twitter account on Monday.

Furtney played in all 12 games for Wisconsin during the regular season. Whatever Fickell said to Furtney must have changed his mind. It’s safe to say that Furtney will be playing in the team’s bowl game against Oklahoma State as well.

Here’s what Furtney had to say about his decision:

“After great talks with Coach Fickell, Coach Longo, and Coach Bicknell I have removed my name from the transfer portal. Great things are happening here, I believe in the vision my coaches have for this team. I am excited to get back on the field with my brothers. UW is my home!”

Things are changing at Wisconsin since Fickell arrived. Before the Fickell era can officially start, Jim Leonhard must coach his final game on Dec. 27.

Kickoff at the Guaranteed Rate Bowl will be at 10:15 p.m. ET.

Grant Bricker

Grant Bricker covers the B1G for Saturday Tradition. His previous stops include the Williamson Homepage and Nashville Post.