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Chris McIntosh

Chris McIntosh is an American college athletics administrator and businessman, currently serving as the athletic director at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Prior to his administrative role, McIntosh was a professional football player, playing as a tackle for the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL. His career spans both professional sports and athletic leadership.


3 hours ago : Chris McIntosh Resigns as Wisconsin AD, Moving to New Big Ten Role.

Chris McIntosh is stepping down from his position as UW Athletics Director. He will be taking on a new role within the Big Ten conference, according to reports.

February 20, 1977: Chris McIntosh Born

On February 20, 1977, Chris McIntosh was born. He is an American college athletics administrator, businessman, and former football player.

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1989: Start of Richter's Tenure

In 1989, Pat Richter became the athletic director at Wisconsin and oversaw the rise of Wisconsin's athletic programs.

1996: College Football at Wisconsin

In 1996, Chris McIntosh began playing college football at the University of Wisconsin on a full scholarship.

1999: All-Big Ten and All-American Honors

In 1999, Chris McIntosh was selected as first-team All-Big Ten, won the Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year award, and was a consensus first-team All-American as a senior and team captain.

2000: Rose Bowl Win

In 2000, Chris McIntosh was a key member of the Badgers' Rose Bowl winning team.

2000: NFL Draft Selection

In 2000, Chris McIntosh was selected by the Seahawks in the first round of the NFL Draft as the 22nd overall pick and started 10 games during his rookie season.

2000: Rose Bowl Victory and NFL Draft Selection

In 2000, Chris McIntosh won the Rose Bowl and was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the first round of the NFL draft.

2001: Neck Injury

In 2001, Chris McIntosh suffered a neck injury during training camp that limited his playing time.

2003: Retirement from NFL

In 2003, Chris McIntosh retired from the NFL due to lingering neck issues after an unsuccessful comeback attempt.

2014: Return to University of Wisconsin-Madison

In 2014, Chris McIntosh returned to the University of Wisconsin-Madison as the director of business development in the Wisconsin Athletic Department.

2014: Induction into UW Athletic Hall of Fame

In 2014, Chris McIntosh was inducted into the UW Athletic Hall of Fame.

July 2017: Promotion to Deputy Athletic Director

In July 2017, Chris McIntosh was promoted to deputy athletic director at the Wisconsin Athletic Department.

April 2021: Alvarez Announces Retirement

In April 2021, Barry Alvarez announced his retirement, triggering a national search for his successor as Wisconsin's athletic director.

June 2, 2021: Selection as Athletic Director

On June 2, 2021, Chris McIntosh was announced as Barry Alvarez's successor as the athletic director at the University of Wisconsin.