Wisconsin has fired coach Paul Chryst five games into the 2022 season, the university announced Sunday. The Badgers part ways with Chryst following a 2-3 start to the season, which included a 34-10 home loss to Illinois and former Wisconsin coach Brett Bielema in Week 5. 

"After a heartfelt and authentic conversation with Coach Chryst about what is in the long-term best interest of our football program, I have concluded that now is the time for a change in leadership," said athletic director Chris McIntosh in a statement. "Paul is a man of integrity who loves his players. I have great respect and admiration for Paul and the legacy of him and his family at the University of Wisconsin."

Defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard, who is in his seventh season with the program and sixth as DC, will serve as Wisconsin's interim coach over the remaining games of the season.