Top JUCO running back commits to Wisconsin. What to know about Julius Pope
While Wisconsin was in the midst of busy run of 2027 recruits, it added another piece to its 2026 roster. Here is what to know about RB Julius Pope.
MADISON – Running back was one of Wisconsin’ s most competitive position groups this spring. The Badgers football team added another piece to the equation May 1. Junior college standout Julius Pope , committed to Wisconsin after one season at Northwest Mississippi Community College.
247sports reported the commitment. Pope later posted news of his commitment to his Instagram page. According to 247sports’ report, Pope chose Wisconsin over Kentucky.
Here is what you need to know about the latest addition to the Badgers ' 2026 roster. More: Where Wisconsin football stands at each position after spring practice How many years of eligibility does Julius Pope have left? Pope has three seasons of eligibility remaining.
He redshirt at Arkansas during the 2024 season and took the field for Northwest Mississippi in '25. What is Julius Pope's height, weight? Pope was listed as 6 feet tall and 195 pounds on the Northwest Mississippi roster last season.