**Jack Del Rio Resigns from Wisconsin Football Staff Following OWI Arrest**

Former NFL coach Jack Del Rio has decided to step down from his position on the Wisconsin football staff after being arrested on Friday for operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI). Del Rio, who joined the Badgers as a senior advisor in August, reportedly crashed into a street sign and subsequently damaged a fence before halting in a yard, as detailed in an incident report from the Madison Police Department.

"He’s going to move forward and resign," Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell stated during a Monday news conference. "It's a tough situation that requires full accountability, and that's what Jack will do. We have a few weeks left in the season with much to fight for, and no one wants to detract from that."

Witnesses directed officers to the 61-year-old Del Rio, noting the former Raiders coach had walked away from the scene and exhibited signs of impairment. Del Rio admitted to driving the vehicle and was arrested for a first-time OWI charge, ESPN reported.

The University of Wisconsin issued a statement prior to Fickell's announcement, acknowledging the incident and emphasizing the seriousness with which they take such matters. The statement underlined that the university is continuing to gather information on the situation.

Del Rio brought extensive experience to the Badgers, having spent nearly 35 years in the NFL as both a player and coach. He played as a linebacker for the Saints, Chiefs, Cowboys, Vikings, and Dolphins during the 1980s and 1990s. His coaching career included head coaching tenures with the Jaguars from 2003 to 2011 and the Raiders from 2015 to 2017. Del Rio's connection with Fickell dates back to their time together in New Orleans when Del Rio served as the strength coach.

As the Badgers prepare to face No. 1 Oregon on Saturday, the team will move forward without Del Rio’s guidance, focusing on their remaining goals for the season.