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Wisconsin Football Career Kick Return Yards Leaders
David Gilreath holds Wisconsin's career kick return yards record with 3,025 yards (2007–2010). Brandon Williams (2,349) and Nick Davis (1,778) round out the top three. 5 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Vinny Anthony II (2022–2025), No. 8 on the list.
Wisconsin BadgersUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Kick Return Yards |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Gilreath | 2007–2010 | 3,025 |
| 2 | Brandon Williams | 2002–2005 | 2,349 |
| 3 | Nick Davis | 1998–2001 | 1,778 |
| 4 | Fred Owens | 1986–1989 | 1,626 |
| 5 | Kenzel Doe | 2011–2014 | 1,388 |
| 6 | Aron Cruickshank | 2018–2019 | 1,207 |
| 7 | Greg Johnson | 1969–1971 | 1,081 |
| 8 | Vinny Anthony II | 2022–2025 | 1,075 |
| 9 | Aaron Stecker | 1995–1996 | 1,015 |
| 10 | Marvin Neal | 1979–1983 | 1,009 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Wisconsin only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.