MADISON, WI (CBS 58) - According to multiple reports, Wisconsin Athletic Director Barry Alvarez is close to retiring. 

The 74-year old has been with the Badgers since 1990 and is a staple of the program. 

He coached the football team from 1990-2005 winning three Big Ten Titles and three Rose Bowls. He also served as the interim in 2012 and 2014 and has the most wins in program history with a record of 119-74-4. 

He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2010. 

Since leaving the football field, he has served as the Badgers Athletic Director and is currently in his 18th year. 

A formal announcement is expected in the coming weeks.