AD Chris McIntosh announces commitment to investment amid disappointing season
Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh announced a commitment to investment in the football program amid a disappointing 2025 season
247sports.comHere’s the latest on Chris McIntosh:
- Reports in April 2026 indicate Chris McIntosh stepped down as Wisconsin’s athletic director and transitioned to a senior role with the Big Ten Conference, serving as deputy commissioner for strategy. This marks a major leadership change at UW Athletics after he had led the department since 2021.[2][4][5]
- Prior to the resignation reports, McIntosh had a five-year extension through 2029 as AD, a development announced in July 2024, suggesting a planned, long tenure before the 2026 shift.[4][2]
- In March–April 2026 coverage, outlets discuss the broader implications of his departure for UW and the conference, including NIL and revenue-structure considerations that are central to the Big Ten’s strategic direction.[8]
If you’d like, I can pull direct links to each source and summarize the key quotes or provide a quick timeline of events.
Citations:
- McIntosh stepping down to a Big Ten role is reported in April 2026 coverage.[5]
- Previous contract extension through 2029 was announced in July 2024.[2][4]
- Ongoing discussion around NIL and conference strategy related to his departure.[8]