In today’s episode of The Bucky Report, we break down all the new Wisconsin basketball additions including Trey Autry, Eian Elmer, and Victory Onuetu, what each transfer brings to the roster, and how these pieces fit into Greg Gard’s system heading into next season. Are these impact players… or are there still major questions?

Then we shift to the gridiron as spring football rolls on in Madison. We go position-by-position with our Wisconsin football confidence rankings, evaluating where this roster is strong, where there’s uncertainty, and which units could define the 2026 season.

There's starting to be some serious buzz about key players including Colton Joseph, Abu Sama, Mason Posa, and so much more!

From portal moves to spring practice intel — this is a full state of the program breakdown.

🔴 Topics Covered:

Wisconsin basketball transfer portal additions & analysis

Projected roles and lineup fits

Biggest remaining roster questions

Spring football takeaways from practice

Position-by-position confidence rankings

Which units we trust… and which we don’t

If you're a Badgers fan, this is everything you need to know about where things stand right now.

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Wisconsin Badgers fans got hit with a tough week across the board. Star guard John Blackwell’s departure is a major blow to the basketball program and a clear example of just how difficult roster retention has become in the NIL and transfer portal era. What does this mean for Greg Gard and the future of Badgers basketball?

On the ice, Wisconsin hockey came heartbreakingly close to a national title, only to fall short in the championship game. We break down what went wrong, what this run means for the program, and whether this team has built something sustainable moving forward.

Plus, we dive into the latest spring football updates. Early intel from practice, players generating buzz, and key storylines that could shape the Badgers heading into the 2026 season.

This episode is a full temperature check on Wisconsin athletics — from NIL challenges to championship heartbreak to football optimism. Where do the Badgers stand right now, and where are they headed next?

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We break down all the latest Wisconsin football recruiting news, what these commitments mean for the future of the program, and whether this class signals a true identity shift in Madison.

Then we turn to Wisconsin basketball, where the Badgers have added Australian guard Owen Foxwell. What does Foxwell bring to the roster? What are the biggest remaining needs for this Wisconsin basketball team?

🔥 Wisconsin football recruiting 2027 class analysis

🔥 Kingston Allen, Hunter & Reece Mallinger breakdown

🔥 Luke Fickell recruiting strategy and in-state dominance

🔥 Wisconsin basketball transfer portal news and roster outlook

🔥 Owen Foxwell scouting report and fit

If you’re a Wisconsin Badgers fan, this is your complete breakdown of football recruiting momentum and basketball portal moves — and what it all means moving forward.

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In today’s episode, we break down key takeaways from Wisconsin spring football, including the quarterback battle, early standouts, defensive momentum, and whether this team is actually trending in the right direction heading into 2026.

But the biggest conversation might not be on the football field…

After Wisconsin’s early NCAA Tournament exit, Iowa’s shocking Elite Eight run under a first-year head coach is forcing Badger fans to ask tough questions about Greg Gard, program ceilings, and what success in March should really look like. Has the standard just been raised?

And while football brings hope and basketball brings frustration…

Wisconsin hockey is delivering championships.

We react to Wisconsin women’s hockey winning another national title and the men’s team making a thrilling run to the Frozen Four, and what it says about where this athletic department is truly thriving right now.

👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments:

Is Wisconsin football actually improving?

Has Iowa changed your expectations for Greg Gard?

Is hockey now the gold standard in Madison?

Topics Covered:

Wisconsin Badgers spring football practice 2026

Luke Fickell program rebuild & roster development

Colton Joseph and QB competition updates

Wisconsin basketball NCAA Tournament loss reaction

Greg Gard future & program ceiling debate

Iowa Elite Eight run analysis

Wisconsin women’s hockey national championship

Wisconsin men’s hockey Frozen Four run

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In this episode of The Bucky Report, we break down the Badgers’ shocking loss to High Point, one of the most disappointing and frustrating NCAA Tournament exits in recent memory. How did Wisconsin let this happen? What went wrong in the biggest moment of the season? And what does this say about the program moving forward?

We dive deep into the collapse vs High Point, including late-game execution issues, coaching decisions, player performances, and the growing concerns that continue to show up in March. This wasn’t just an upset — this was a complete breakdown.

Plus, we shift gears to Wisconsin Football spring practice, discussing early reports, emerging storylines, and what we’re hearing about the Badgers as they begin building toward the 2026 season.

If you’re a Wisconsin fan trying to make sense of this loss… you’re not alone.

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On this special episode of The Bucky Report, we react live to Wisconsin’s March Madness seed, bracket placement, and potential tournament path as the Badgers prepare for the NCAA Tournament.

Can this Wisconsin team make a deep March Madness run? We break down the most likely matchups, potential bracket pitfalls, and which teams the Badgers could face on their road to the Sweet 16, Elite Eight, or beyond.

We’ll also zoom out and take a look at the rest of the Big Ten in the NCAA Tournament — which conference teams got favorable draws, which teams may be in trouble, and how the Big Ten stacks up nationally this year.

Joining the show are special guests to react to the bracket, debate Wisconsin’s chances, and give their predictions for March Madness.

Topics include:

Wisconsin’s NCAA Tournament seed and region

The Badgers’ path to the Sweet 16 and beyond

Bracket winners and losers from the Big Ten

Best and worst draws in the NCAA Tournament

Early March Madness predictions

It’s Selection Sunday reaction, bracket breakdown, and March Madness debate — all focused on Wisconsin basketball and the Big Ten

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On this episode of The Bucky Report, we dive into Wisconsin’s huge win over Purdue, the performances that powered the Badgers to victory, and why this result could be a major signal that Wisconsin is peaking at the perfect time for the NCAA Tournament. Is this team built to make a real run in March? How does this win impact Wisconsin’s Big Ten Tournament and March Madness seeding outlook?

We also shift to football recruiting, where Wisconsin Badgers football just landed a commitment from Isaac Miller, another key in-state addition for Luke Fickell and his staff. What does Miller bring to the program, and what does this commitment say about Wisconsin’s momentum recruiting inside the state?

Topics include:

Wisconsin vs Purdue Game Reaction!

How the Badgers pulled off a massive Big Ten win

What this victory means for Wisconsin’s March Madness outlook

Players and adjustments that changed the game

Wisconsin football lands Isaac Miller

In-state recruiting momentum under Luke Fickell

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Then we shift to Wisconsin basketball, where the Badgers have once again finished off a strong Big Ten regular season. It’s time to talk about Greg Gard and the consistency he’s brought to the program. Wisconsin fans sometimes take the program’s high floor for granted, but Gard has quietly built one of the most reliable teams in the conference year after year.

More playoff football, another strong Badgers season, and a little perspective on why both might deserve more appreciation.

If you enjoy Wisconsin sports talk and thoughtful college football discussion, Rajeev’s Corner is the place for it.

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On today’s solo episode of The Bucky Report, Rajeev breaks down what went wrong against Oregon, what clicked in the Washington blowout, and whether this Wisconsin team is consistent enough to make a serious run in March Madness.

We dive into:

What the Oregon loss exposed

What changed in the Washington win

Whether the Badgers have too many flaws

Current bracketology projections and potential NCAA Tournament seeding

First round matchup scenarios

Preview of Wisconsin’s final two regular season games

Then we shift to spring football and the five biggest things to watch when Wisconsin football practice begins!

Are the Badgers built for March… or headed for another early exit? And what should fans expect from spring football?

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Special guest Nick Osen of 247Sports joins the show to provide recruiting insight and inside perspective on where the Wisconsin football program stands heading into spring.

We preview Wisconsin Spring Football storylines, identify players we may be too high on, spotlight underrated names, and dive deep into the 2027 recruiting class. We discuss key offensive line targets including Cole Reiter, Reed Gerken, Hunter Mallinger, Reece Mallinger, and Luke Injaychock — and break down positional needs for the Badgers moving forward.

Basketball momentum. NCAA Tournament outlook. Spring Football buzz. 2027 recruiting intel. It’s a full Wisconsin program deep dive on today’s episode.

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After sitting on the NCAA Tournament bubble, the Badgers delivered a dream week with two massive statement wins over Illinois and Michigan State — and suddenly everything has changed. Just days ago, we were debating whether Wisconsin would even make the tournament. Now? The Badgers look like a lock. The real question becomes: how high can this team climb on the seed line?

On today’s show, we break down both signature wins, what changed in Wisconsin’s play, and whether this surge is sustainable heading toward March. Is this a team getting hot at the perfect time — or one revealing its true ceiling?

We also shift to Wisconsin football and discuss the departure of WR assistant coach Jordan Reid to the NFL. What does his loss mean for the wide receiver room, recruiting momentum, and the offense moving forward?

Plus, with spring practice around the corner, we reveal the five offensive players we’re most excited about — the playmakers and key pieces who could define Wisconsin’s offense in 2026.

Topics covered:

Wisconsin vs Illinois breakdown

Wisconsin vs Michigan State breakdown

From bubble team to tournament lock

How high can Wisconsin’s NCAA Tournament seed go?

Is this surge sustainable into March?

Jordan Reid leaves for the NFL — impact on Wisconsin football

Five offensive players to watch heading into spring practice

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This isn’t just about winning games — it’s about trajectory. The Badgers look more connected, more confident, and more dangerous than they did earlier in the season, and it’s creating real belief that Wisconsin could make a legitimate run in March.

Are the Badgers truly peaking at the perfect time? How real is the growth? And what would it take for this team to turn momentum into a deep March push?

Let’s talk about where Wisconsin stands — and why hope is rising in Madison.

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Then we turn to Wisconsin football and open the Badgers Stock Market — player edition heading into spring. We go three buys, three holds, and three sells, breaking down which players look like true upgrades, who still has something to prove, and where Wisconsin could be slipping as spring football approaches.

If you're a Wisconsin Badgers fan, this episode covers the biggest storylines in both basketball and football, including tournament positioning, program direction, and what to watch moving forward.

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In this episode, we break down:

Wisconsin basketball’s February schedule and why it’s so difficult

The seven-game stretch that could decide the Badgers’ season

What Wisconsin must improve to survive Big Ten play

Takeaways from the Ohio State game

Austin Rapp’s standout performance and his growing role

What this stretch means for NCAA Tournament hopes

This is the most important month of the season for Wisconsin basketball. The margin for error is gone, and February will tell us exactly who the Badgers are.

If you follow Wisconsin Badgers basketball, Big Ten hoops, or college basketball at large — this is the stretch you can’t ignore.

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Then, the Wisconsin football schedule is officially out. I walk through the slate, talk about where the swing games are, and give a way-too-early floor and ceiling for the Badgers based on how this schedule sets up. Some optimism, some realism — and a little schedule-reading tea-leaf action.

Finally, we dive into the Darian Mensah situation, with Duke Blue Devils reaching a settlement that allows him to move on. What does this mean for NIL enforcement, player leverage, and how close we’re getting to a true wild-west era in college football?

As always — honest takes, big-picture thinking, and a little bit of “where is this all heading?”

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We then shift to Wisconsin basketball following another strong stretch of play, break down what’s working, and hand out our midseason superlatives. From biggest surprises to standout performers, we evaluate where this Badgers basketball team stands as the season hits the halfway point.

This episode covers Wisconsin football analysis, Badgers basketball discussion, midseason basketball superlatives, and an honest conversation about optimism versus hype across Wisconsin athletics.

🕒 Topics Covered:

Is Wisconsin football’s optimism real or just hype?

What’s driving the positive momentum around the Badgers football program

Sustainability of Wisconsin football’s recent progress

Wisconsin basketball’s recent success and improved play

Badgers basketball midseason superlatives and standout performances

What to expect from Wisconsin basketball moving forward

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Am I being a little too hopeful? Maybe. But that’s kind of the point. Sometimes being a fan means hopping on the hype train, enjoying the momentum, and believing in where things might be headed. That’s what this episode is all about.

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We also break down new portal commits, discuss how the roster looks entering the 2026 season, and identify which position groups are strengths, which are question marks, and what still needs to improve.

If you’re looking for an honest, in-depth Wisconsin football roster breakdown after the transfer portal, this episode delivers it.

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Then we get into LATEST NEWS on the CFP expansion battle: the Big Ten’s audacious 24-team dream, the SEC’s 16-team preference, and why this disagreement could keep the College Football Playoff format stuck at 12 teams unless leaders find common ground by January 23rd

Real analysis. Real implications. Real power plays shaping college athletics.

📌 Keywords: College Sports Commission, Participation Agreement fight, CFP playoff debate, Big Ten SEC rift, state AG opposition, NIL enforcement, college football governance

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On the football side, we dive deep into Wisconsin football transfer portal news, going position by position to analyze who the Badgers have added, how each transfer fits Luke Fickell’s vision, and where Wisconsin still needs help before next season. From the quarterback room and offensive skill positions to the offensive line, defensive front, linebackers, and secondary — we cover every position group, key storylines, fan reaction, and remaining roster questions.

Is Wisconsin football doing enough in the transfer portal to compete in the Big Ten? Which additions matter most? And which positions still need upgrades before fall camp? Plus, how does the momentum from a huge basketball win at Michigan impact the overall perception of Wisconsin athletics right now?

🔔 Topics covered in this episode:

Wisconsin basketball upsets Michigan on the road

Reaction to the Badgers’ biggest win of the season

Wisconsin football transfer portal additions explained

Position-by-position roster breakdown

Remaining needs for Wisconsin football

Big Ten football and basketball implications

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I also zoom out to compare Wisconsin’s approach to other major programs, ask whether this truly reflects top-third investment, and look ahead to what comes next. Plus, I dive into the Demond Williams situation — and why parallels to Xavier Lucas keep reinforcing my belief that college sports desperately need guardrails.

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We analyze the latest Wisconsin Badgers transfer portal news, discuss key departures and potential additions, and evaluate how Luke Fickell and the coaching staff are managing the portal in the NIL era. From roster needs and position battles to long-term program direction, this show covers Wisconsin football transfer portal updates, roster construction, and how today’s decisions impact next season.

If you’re looking for Wisconsin football portal analysis, transfer portal reactions, and honest discussion about where the Badgers stand right now, this episode has you covered.

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With the transfer portal reshaping rosters overnight and the modern era demanding speed and clarity, the question becomes unavoidable: is Wisconsin structured well enough to compete in this new landscape? This is an honest conversation about alignment, leadership, and whether the Badgers are truly built for what college sports has become.

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We also react to a heartbreaking loss for Wisconsin volleyball — while taking time to appreciate and celebrate what was still an outstanding season and one of the premier programs in the country. Plus, we touch on another tough night for Wisconsin basketball and where things stand as the season continues.

A mix of perspective, frustration, and appreciation — all in one show.

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In tonight’s show, we break down all three storylines — what the volleyball run means, what went wrong for basketball, and how the latest football transfer developments impact Wisconsin heading into the offseason.

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But the biggest question looms over everything: will Wisconsin actually spend the way athletic director Chris McIntosh has promised? This show centers on whether the Badgers are truly prepared to go all in with NIL, revenue sharing, and roster investment — or if this is another offseason of talk without results.

If you care about Wisconsin football recruiting, transfer portal strategy, NIL spending, roster construction, and the future of the Luke Fickell era, this is the most important Badgers show of the offseason.

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Tonight, Rajeev and Justin break down what went wrong in Minneapolis and what this loss says about the state of the program. We’ll also dig into the TCU loss, what it exposed about this Badger basketball roster, and whether this team can steady itself heading into conference play.

If you’re frustrated, confused, or just looking for answers — this is the show.

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GAME PREVIEW & FINAL SCORE PREDICTIONS!

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Plus, I’ll give quick thoughts on Wisconsin’s newly announced Under Armour extension and what it means for the program’s future.

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In this episode of The Bucky Report, we break down every major storyline from the win over Illinois — how the offense finally clicked, why the run game exploded, the best defensive performances, and which young players are starting to emerge as the future of Wisconsin football. We also take a big-picture look at what this victory means for Luke Fickell’s long-term vision and whether this performance can be a turning point heading into the offseason.

If you’re looking for honest Wisconsin Badgers analysis, reaction, and big-picture insight on both football and basketball, this is the episode you don’t want to miss.

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Then we pivot to basketball, where Wisconsin is off to a 3–0 start, blowing out Campbell, Northern Illinois, and Ball State behind big showings from John Blackwell, Nolan Winter, and Nick Boyd as the Badgers look like a legit Top-25 squad. Tap in for honest reaction, real context, and a little hope for where both programs go from here.

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After weeks of frustration, Wisconsin finally broke through with a huge win over Washington, ending the losing streak and giving Badger fans something to celebrate again.

In this episode of The Bucky Report, Rajeev breaks down:

The key moments that decided the game

How the Badgers’ defense finally looked dominant

The offense’s biggest adjustments and bright spots

What this win means for Luke Fickell and the rest of the season

If you’re a Wisconsin Football fan, you won’t want to miss this in-depth breakdown and passionate reaction to one of the most satisfying wins in recent memory.

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Plus, SCORE PREDICTIONS!

All that and more, right here on The Bucky Report — your home for honest Badger talk, every single week.

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• Top players to watch — returning stars, key transfers, surprise newcomers

• Big Ten outlook & Wisconsin’s record prediction

• Team identity: strengths, weaknesses, what must improve

• Superlatives: Breakout player, biggest X-factor, sleeper team in the league

• Key games on the schedule + can this program finally make a deeper March run?

The Badgers are coming off a 27-10 season (13-7 in the Big Ten) and while they return only ~32 % of last year’s minutes and ~40 % of last year’s starts, coach Greg Gard has retooled the roster with purpose and experience in the transfer portal.

Whether you’re a lifelong Wisconsin fan, Big Ten hoops junkie, or just love college basketball under-dog stories — this video will give you the full breakdown.

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Rajeev and Justin break down which young players flashed the most, why they should’ve been playing all season, and how this defense continues to give Wisconsin a fighting chance. We’ll also talk about the quarterback situation, coaching decisions, and what this team could (and should) look like when they take the field again in two weeks.

The pieces are there… now it’s about putting them together.

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Plus, SCORE PREDICTIONS!

All that and more, right here on The Bucky Report — your home for honest Badger talk, every single week.

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🔍 In this episode we break down:

• Why Wisconsin athletic leadership is still standing behind Fickell despite blowout losses.

• How the 34-0 loss to Ohio State (shut out again) exposes deep issues in the Badgers’ offense and coaching decisions.

• What the “big investment in the football team” really means — does it signal hope or panic?

• How fans and alumni are responding: “Fire Fickell” chants, frustration mounting.

• What’s next for Wisconsin: can Fickell turn it around, or is the hot-seat getting hotter?

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All that and more, right here on The Bucky Report — your home for honest Badger talk, every single week.

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Subscribe to The Bucky Report and join the conversation as we unpack the collapse of a once-proud program and ask the question every Badger fan is thinking: is the Luke Fickell era already over?

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Then we’re getting into the decisions that had Badger fans fuming — from the conservative second-half play-calling to the late-game clock management that left timeouts on the board. Was Luke Fickell playing not to lose? Or did he simply not trust this offense yet? We’ll dissect what it says about the current coaching mindset and whether adjustments are finally coming.

And yes — there’s still reason for optimism. The Wisconsin defense battled all afternoon, holding Michigan to just ten points in the first half and keeping the Badgers within reach until late in the fourth. We’ll highlight the players who stood out, what Jim Leonhard (or Mike Tressel, depending on context) has cooking schematically, and why this performance could be a real turning point heading into the Big Ten West grind.

It’s not all doom and gloom — this one felt different. We’re talking Simmons’ poise, the coaching heat, and the defensive fight that might finally give this team a new identity.

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From Michigan’s explosive run game to Wisconsin’s quarterback question, this preview has everything you need before kickoff. Can Luke Fickell’s team pull off the upset? We’ve got the blueprint.

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On today’s show, Justin Julka and special guest Ryan Harings break down the future of the program—what’s broken, what can still be fixed, and how Wisconsin can rebuild its identity. From quarterback struggles and offensive woes to defensive bright spots, recruiting battles, and the impact of NIL and the transfer portal, we’re covering it all.

This is the big-picture conversation Badger Nation needs right now: the path forward, the changes that must happen, and whether Luke Fickell is the man to lead Wisconsin back to national relevance.

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In case you missed it, Michigan and Iowa are up next...

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Danny O’Neil struggled under pressure with two interceptions, while the offensive line failed to create any real running lanes. On defense, the front seven had flashes but couldn’t generate consistent pressure, and the secondary was shredded for explosive plays. Special teams provided the lone spark with Vinny Anthony’s kickoff return touchdown — one of the few bright spots on a tough night.

In this episode of The Bucky Report, we hand out positional grades, dissect what went wrong on both sides of the ball, and take a hard look at where Luke Fickell and this program truly stand. Is there any reason for optimism heading into Big Ten play, or is this season already hanging in the balance?

Badger Nation deserves answers, and we’re breaking it all down right here.

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We’ll also share our insights on the matchups to watch, the strategies that could swing the game, and how Wisconsin can stack up against one of the nation’s best.

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We cover:

Ole Miss vs Kentucky – SEC showdown and revenge angle

Illinois at Duke – Trench warfare meets explosive new offense

And 2 more picks on top of those!

I’ll go through key players, betting trends, and where I see value on the board this week.

If you’re into college football betting, predictions, and analysis—this is the place for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly picks and breakdowns.

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Can Luke Fickell’s Badgers build off of week 1? What happens with the offensive line woes we saw last week? And the biggest story of all...Danny O'Neil will start at QB. What can we expect from him this week?

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In this episode of The Bucky Report, we hand out grades for every position group, dive into what stood out from Week 1, and launch our brand-new segment Three and Out, giving you one Badger take, one Big Ten take, and one national take!

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In Week 1, we’re diving into some monster showdowns:

Notre Dame vs Miami – Can freshman CJ Carr handle the spotlight against Carson Beck and the Hurricanes?

Texas vs Ohio State – Arch Manning vs Julian Sayin in a clash of titans.

AND MORE!

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Can Luke Fickell’s Badgers set the tone for the 2025 season? What matchups will define the game? And how confident should fans feel heading into Week 1? We cover it all in our midweek preview show.

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From offensive firepower to defensive standouts, we cover the key players, toughest matchups, and biggest storylines that will define Wisconsin’s 2025 season. This is the ultimate Badgers season preview — fun, bold, and packed with predictions!

Football is back in Madison… let’s get hyped, Wisconsin fans! 🏈

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In this episode of The Bucky Report, we dive deep into:

Biggest standouts from the first week of practice

The most intense position battles and who’s leading

What we’re learning about Jeff Grimes' offense and Mike Tressel’s defense

Injury notes and roster updates

Surprise players flying up the depth chart

What fans should (and shouldn't) be worried about right now

Subscribe for more insider updates all fall camp long!

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We break down:

✅ Which running back takes the rushing crown in Phil Longo & Jeff Grimes’ offense

✅ Who emerges as the go-to WR for big plays and red zone TDs

✅ Which defender becomes the sack king, TFL monster, and interception leader

✅ The one player we think could surprise everyone and lead in a major stat category

PLUS: With fall camp just days away, we dive into the biggest Wisconsin Badgers pre-camp storylines—key position battles, depth chart shake-ups, which transfers and freshmen could earn early playing time, and under-the-radar names to watch.

If you’re a Wisconsin Badgers football fan getting ready for the 2025 season, this is the ultimate stat and camp preview you don’t want to miss.

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Drop your thoughts in the comments—this one’s all about the fans!

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What did Fickell reveal about the direction of this team heading into 2025? Which players stood out with their leadership and confidence? And what did we learn about the Badgers’ mindset heading into camp?

If you love Wisconsin football insights straight from the source, this is a can’t-miss episode of The Bucky Report.

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We dive into Jeff Grimes’ offensive philosophy, including his run-heavy, physical style, explosive play-action passing, and incredible third-down efficiency. We’ll set over/under predictions for rushing yards, passing efficiency, points per game, and total offense. Plus, we’ll talk Billy Edwards Jr.—what can we realistically expect from Wisconsin’s new quarterback, and how does he fit this system?

Who are the players most likely to thrive under Jeff Grimes? Will Wisconsin’s offensive line dominate the way Baylor’s did in 2021? And can the Badgers return to being a top-tier rushing team in the Big Ten? We answer all those questions and more.

If you’re a Wisconsin Badgers football fan, or just want to know how Jeff Grimes’ offense will change the Badgers’ identity in 2025, this is the show you need to watch. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment your predictions for Grimes’ first season at Wisconsin!

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We also dive into a brand new segment: Fact or Fiction, where we throw out some bold statements about the 2025 football season and decide what’s real and what’s just offseason noise.

Plus — a quick look at Wisconsin basketball’s revamped roster and how the pieces might fit for the upcoming year.

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We also look at the current state of the 2026 class and where we think it might be headed.

And finally Justin asks Nick some big picture questions regarding the upcoming season!

Subscribe and stay locked in to The Bucky Report for your weekly fix of Badgers insight!

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We also dig into the recent NCAA violations involving the Badgers — what really happened, and how serious is it? Plus, new 2026 commits give us plenty to talk about on the recruiting trail.

✅ Position group sure bets

⚠️ Soft spots that could impact the season

📋 NCAA violations discussed

🧱 New building blocks for 2026

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🏈 We kick things off with recruiting updates coming out of the second weekend of official visits — which prospects are trending up, who’s on commitment watch, and what we’re hearing behind the scenes.

💰 Then we dive into the NCAA’s historic antitrust settlement that will allow schools to directly pay athletes. We break down what this means for the future of recruiting, roster management, and how Wisconsin might approach the new era of player compensation.

🏀 And finally, we close with a quick check-in on the Badger basketball program and where things stand heading into the summer.

It’s a packed episode, so hit that subscribe button, and let’s talk Badgers!

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Current List of OVs: Carsen Eloms, Tayshon Bardo, Zachary Washington, Jackson Ford, Amari Latimer, Ryan Hopkins, Jack Sievers, Ben Wenzel, Arthur Scott, Jayden Petit, Zachary Taylor, Nick Reddish, Djidjou Bah, Kamari Blair, Jack Janda, McHale Blade

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Current List of OVs: Carsen Eloms, Tayshon Bardo, Zachary Washington, Jackson Ford, Amari Latimer, Ryan Hopkins, Jack Sievers, Ben Wenzel, Arthur Scott, Jayden Petit, Zachary Taylor, Nick Reddish, Djidjou Bah, Kamari Blair, Jack Janda, McHale Blade

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What if Billy Edwards is elite and has Wilson numbers??

What if the offensive line is a real issue given Heywood's injury?

What if we actually beat Ohio State?

What if we lose to Miami (OH)?!

What if we have 2 1000 yard rushers?

Or… what if it all falls apart?

From breakout stars to potential pitfalls, we’re sketching out the wildest versions of the season — both dream and nightmare. Let’s imagine the possibilities… and maybe even convince ourselves they could happen.

We also get into the most important player at each position! Not necessarily the best, but who is make or break?

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 Today on The Bucky Report, we’re laying out the extremes. What’s the best-case scenario for Wisconsin Football in 2025? How about the worst? We’re putting the pieces together to define this team’s ceiling and floor heading into the season. Plus, we shift gears to the hardwood to talk Greg Gard — with one spot left, what should he do? All that and more in this week’s episode.

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00:00  Introduction
03:19  Offensive Best/Worst Case Scenarios
32:01  Defensive Best/Worst Case Scenarios
45:57  Final Record Floor/Ceiling
53:19  Greg Gard Roster Completion 

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 On this episode of The Bucky Report, Rajeev and Justin are putting their confidence to the test! We're diving deep into the upcoming Wisconsin Badgers football season with a full breakdown of our confidence rankings—from coaching staff performance and quarterback leadership to game-by-game win predictions and Big Ten title hopes.

Where do we feel rock solid? Where are the red flags? And which matchups keep us up at night? Tune in as we rank it all—and maybe argue a little along the way.

🦡 Let us know in the comments where YOUR confidence levels stand!

00:00 Introduction
02:38 Confidence Rankings:  Coaches
11:06 Confidence Rankings:  Positions
28.43 Confidence Rankings:  Student Section
31:37 Confidence Rankings:  Game by Game Schedule

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 Spring football has come to an end.  Rajeev and Justin are back with special Guest Nick Osen from 247 Sports to break down some of the happenings of the 15 practices.  Who was most improved?  Who's the MVP thus far?  Those and so much more!

Luke Fickell signed some much needed reinforcements in offensive lineman Davis Heinzen and Tight end Lance Mason to replace at least some of the production lost from the injured Kevin Heywood and transfer out Tanner Koziol.  How will these new players impact the team's depth?

Greg Gard also landed a few more players to round out his 2025 team in Aleksas Bieliauskas from Lithuania and Braeden Carrington, a transfer from Tulsa.  Is Greg Gard done??  Should he get more??

00:00 Badgers & The NFL Draft
10:13  Basketball Additions
22:36  Football Additions
42:22  Spring Football Awards/Superlatives

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The Wisconsin Badgers football team led by head coach Luke Fickell put their talents on display for the public this past weekend.  Justin was there, he'll give you all his news and notes, who impressed, and any concerns seen!    The program lost some big pieces this week in Kevin Heywood to injury, and Tanner Koziol to the transfer portal.  We go through the post spring depth chart and discuss strengths and weaknesses!

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Spring football is slowly approaching its end, and there are tons of storylines to unpack!  Rajeev is back from his European vacation and ready to get back into the Wisconsin Badgers talk!  What positions are Justin and Rajeev feeling stronger about as the spring winds down?  What are the major areas of concern heading into a long summer before the real season kicks off?  

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On a very special episode of The Bucky Report with Rajeev in London Justin sits down with Badger 247's Nick Osen to discuss spring practice. Luke Fickell and the Badger staff are cooking on the trail with two big commits. And the boys dive into the transfer portal haul that Greg Gard is putting together.

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 We wrap up some basketball season talk by discussing some major needs that Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team has.  After the losses of key contributors, who does this team need to land in order to replicate success late this fall when next season begins.  

Our continued focus on 2025 football moves to coaching!  Does Luke Fickell have a good enough staff?  We grade the coordinators and positional coaches and discuss each group in detail.  What are positives and negatives with this group and what is the real upside?!

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In what can only be described as pure heartbreak, the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team and head coach Greg Gard are out of the NCAA tournament and fail to reach the sweet 16 yet again.   What many thought was going to be a failed season turned out to be pretty successful, especially the Badgers' best player, John Tonje.  We talk about what he leaves behind and the impact he had on this program.  

Where does Greg Gard go from here?  What does he need to get back to this point in a year?

The Womens Hockey team is playing for a National Title!  We react to that game.

Spring football is in full swing.  We focus in on the defensive line today and talk about how different that room looks to last year.  How BIG of an impact will the new size be up front?  Can the run defense be like the old school Badger teams?!?

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Its that time of year again, MARCH MADNESS!!  Justin and Rajeev are back to talk through the whole bracket, the Badgers path to victory, and the biggest road block in the way.

Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers lost the Big Ten Tourney Championship game due to some super poor shooting against Michigan. We talk through the tourney and discuss what good can come of it!

SPRING FOOTBALL has started.  We go through all the reports and talk about some surprising news coming out of practice!

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An epic disaster of a final regular season game for Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team.  After celebrating this deep class of seniors, the Badgers took a 40-27 lead...only to see it slip away in what can only be called a senior day meltdown.  How will this loss affect the Badgers going into next week's Big Ten Tournament and the NCAA Tourney right after that?  What's going on with John Tonje?  Has Steven Crowl quietly been the most consistent player of the season??  

We'll preview the Big Ten Tournament as well as talk about the Jackson Ball commitment

Plenty to dive into in football as well.  We'll get into some chatter about the 2026 class with some key official visits planned.

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KEY PLAYERS:  John Blackwell, John Tonje, Max Klesmit, Kamari McGee, Nolan Winter, Steven Crowl, Jack Janicki, Xavier Amos, Carter Gilmore, Greg Gard, Cam Hunter

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Spring football is right around the corner, so its time to talk more about Wisconsin Badgers football led by Head Coach Luke Fickell!  We begin our official spring previews by taking you through our predictions for the offensive depth chart.  What is our two deep and who is someone we want to see growth from in the Spring?

Greg Gard suffered a tough loss on the road to Michigan St, a team that proves to be a difficult win for the Badgers, especially with that tough defense! The 3 point shooting wasn't there, and Wisconsin paid the price for it.  Is the shooting a concern right now?  We break down our thoughts on the game.

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The Wisconsin Badgers led by head coach Greg Gard lost all hope in a bid for a Big Ten Championship when they fell to the Oregon Ducks on Saturday.  What happened in that game and who's fault is it?  How much does it really mean in the grand scheme of things??

With spring football right around the corner, we begin talking about the upcoming football season in Madison. If we are going to be good, who on this team needs to become a real star and who do we expect that to be??

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Join The Bucky Report's Justin as he discusses some recruiting including QB's in the 2026 cycle. Join and ask your questions about the 2026 class.

Peyton Falzone https://www.hudl.com/video/3/17996639/6735241c1d3978c8fbebec72

Brodie McWhorter https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15609780/67299ebcfd08e0b269e251cd

Ryan Hopkins http://www.hudl.com/v/2Qtm0w

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In what will surely go down as one of the best wins of the season, Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers defeat the Purdue Boilermakers on the road at Mackey Arena to stay in the Big Ten title race!  John Tonje delivered a masterclass with standout performances from Max Klesmit and Jack Janicki!  After the totally ridiculous ejection of Kamari McGee, the Badgers rallied around each other and notched the massive win.

Rajeev and Justin are back after a week break to get into all the basketball action!  
GAME REVIEW
BASKETBALL BUY OR SELL
THE PATH TO THE B1G TITLE!!

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The 2026 class construction is officially underway after Junior Day in Madison.  Special guest and good friend of the show Nick Osen stops by from Badger247 to give us all the recruiting nuggets you crave.  We'll get into who looks to have the biggest upside and what positions Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers will be targeting.

The Badgers basketball team led by Coach Greg Gard had another mixed week.  After dropping a mid-week clash in a tough road game at Maryland, the Badgers picked up a road win with amazing performances from John Tonje and Carter Gilmore!  YES, Carter Gilmore!  A career night deserves some serious recognition!

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What are the realistic expectations for the Badgers offense in 2025?  Can this team average 30 ppg with new QB Billy Edwards Jr?  We'll tell you how good this offense can be next season.  Speaking of football.. Junior Day is here!  Multiple 2026 prospects headed to Madison this weekend.  We'll tell you who some of the highlights are and who to watch out for as the class gets built.  

Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team had a bit of a mixed week with a loss at UCLA but a big home win against Connor Essegian and the Nebraska Cornhuskers.  How good this season be and at this point...can the Badgers contend for the coveted regular season B1G championship??

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KEY PLAYERS:  Billy Edwards, Kevin Heywood, Darrion Dupree, Dilin Jones, Vinny Anthony, Trech Kekahuna, Mark Hamper, Eugene Hilton, Tanner Koziol, Riley Mahlman, Jake Renfro, Christian Alliegro, Jay'viar Suggs, Dillan Johnson, Tackett Curtis, Mason Rieger, Thomas Heiberger, Ricardo Hallman

John Blackwell, John Tonje, Steven Crowl, Nolan Winter, Max Klesmit, Kamari McGee, Carter Gilmore

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The Xavier Lucas situation continues to evolve, and now both the University of Wisconsin and the Big Ten conference have made statements.  We will get into all the details as we know them now and give you our take on this crazy situation!!  While XL is the story off the field, we turn our attention to next season and which young players will shine for Luke Fickell in the 2025 season!

Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers mens basketball team continues its charge up the conference standings with another good week of performances!  What is the ideal lineup for this team and who can this team depend on down the stretch?!

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The Wisconsin Badgers basketball season is half over, and there are tons of talking points about this team's performance thus far!  How do we grade Greg Gard, as well as key stars John Tonje and John Blackwell?  How did we do on our pre-season predictions for the non-conference season and what is our ceiling??

Luke Fickell continues to make tweaks to his staff.  Rajeev and Justin are back to go over all the changes with you and give you their takes!

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Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Basketball team put on quite the show to start off 2025 with a bang!  The Iowa Hawkeyes were torched by the Badgers in what turned out to be a record setting evening in Madison.  Led by John Blackwell and Nolan Winter, this Badger offense certainly can be lethal!! Can they build upon this victory and go on a run?  How high is the upside of this offense?

Jay'viar Suggs became the latest addition for Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers football team!  With yet another defensive line add, how good can this unit be?  Is it vastly improved or are we over-hyping the potential on that side of the ball?

JUST IN:  D'Yoni Hill, CB from Miami is Fickell's newest commit!

The Badger football team has a QB coach, but its not a new name...

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Players Out: Anelu Lafaele, Nate Van Zelst, CJ Williams, Will Pauling, Max Lofy, Braedyn Locke, Riley Nowakowski, Tyler Van Dyke, Kamoi Latu, James Durand, Hank Weber, James Thompson Jr, Nate White, Braedyn Moore, Jace Arnold, Jonas Duclona, Curt Neal, Justin Taylor, Amare Snowden, Leon Lowery, Cole Lacrue, Xavier Lucas, Mabrey Mettauer, Jamel Howard, Tawee Walker

Players IN: D'Yoni Hill, Jay'viar Suggs, Billy Edwards Jr, Danny O'Neil, Charles Perkins, Antarron Turner, Matthew Traynor, Eli Stein, Parker Petersen, Corey Walker, Tanner Koziol, Jayden Ballard, Mason Reiger, Mark Hamper, Matt Jung, Jayden Ballard, Tyreese Fearbry

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Badger fans across the country are scratching their heads about the Xavier Lucas situation.  What is happening with this situation and how do Rajeev and Justin think it will get resolved?  What does this say about our football program.  A great deal to unpack about that entire saga!!  Geimere Latimer is the newest addition to a depleted secondary.  How many more are needed and who are some top targets? 

PLUS, Basketball is about to get back to playing with the B1G season officially upon us.  What grade does this team get for the non-conference portion of the schedule and how many conference wins will Greg Gard's team get this season?  Tune in for some basketball predictions and superlatives!

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FOOTBALL TRANSFER PORTAL
Players Out: Anelu Lafaele, Nate Van Zelst, CJ Williams, Will Pauling, Max Lofy, Braedyn Locke, Riley Nowakowski, Tyler Van Dyke, Kamoi Latu, James Durand, Hank Weber, James Thompson Jr, Nate White, Braedyn Moore, Jace Arnold, Jonas Duclona, Curt Neal, Justin Taylor, Amare Snowden, Leon Lowery, Cole Lacrue, Xavier Lucas

Players IN: Billy Edwards Jr, Danny O'Neil, Charles Perkins, Antarron Turner, Matthew Traynor, Eli Stein, Parker Petersen, Corey Walker, Tanner Koziol, Jayden Ballard, Mason Reiger, Mark Hamper, Matt Jung, Geimere Latimer

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The transfer portal continues its rapid movement.  So many players in and out!  Rajeev and Justin are back to talk about the Wisconsin Badgers football roster and whether we are better or worse at each position. 

The guys also do a full review of the transfer portal as it sits now and break down the entire Badgers Roster!  What does Luke Fickell still need??

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Players Out: Anelu Lafaele, Nate Van Zelst, CJ Williams, Will Pauling, Max Lofy, Braedyn Locke, Riley Nowakowski, Tyler Van Dyke, Kamoi Latu, James Durand, Hank Weber, James Thompson Jr, Nate White, Braedyn Moore, Jace Arnold, Jonas Duclona, Curt Neal, Justin Taylor, Amare Snowden, Leon Lowery, Cole Lacrue, Xavier Lucas

Players IN: Billy Edwards Jr, Danny O'Neil, Charles Perkins, Antarron Turner, Matthew Traynor, Eli Stein, Parker Petersen, Corey Walker, Tanner Koziol, Jayden Ballard, Mason Reiger, Mark Hamper, Matt Jung

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The transfer portal is moving at a rapid pace!  So many players leaving and entering the Wisconsin Badgers football program.  What pieces has Luke Fickell added and how do they fit into the depth chart??? Rajeev and Justin are back for a mid-week quick episode to go over the portal thus far and talk through both the offense and defense depth chart as it sits today!!

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Players Out: Anelu Lafaele, Nate Van Zelst, CJ Williams, Will Pauling, Max Lofy, Braedyn Locke, Riley Nowakowski, Tyler Van Dyke, Kamoi Latu, James Durand, Hank Weber, James Thompson Jr, Nate White, Braedyn Moore, Jace Arnold, Jonas Duclona, Curt Neal, Justin Taylor, Amare Snowden, Leon Lowery, Cole Lacrue

Players IN: Billy Edwards Jr, Danny O'Neil, Charles Perkins, Antarron Turner, Matthew Traynor, Eli Stein, Parker Petersen, Corey Walker, Tanner Koziol, Jayden Ballard, Mason Reiger

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The transfer portal is in full swing and the Badgers picked up three likely starters in Tanner Koziol, Parker Petersen, and Mason Reiger!  How will these three fit into the starting lineup and what else does Luke Fickell need to do to get this Wisconsin Badgers football team ready for next season?!? 

Greg Gard and his Badger basketball team got a much needed victory at Butler in Indianapolis.  The return to form of the bigs Steven Crowl and Nolan Winter catapulted this team to victory.  We get into all the happenings of this basketball team as well

We will touch shortly on the Wisconsin Volleyball team as well!!

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Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Basketball team are in the midst of a very tough early early season stretch.  Thus far, they sit at 0-3 with a trip to Butler on the horizon.  Does Greg Gard need to change things with the lineup?  Who needs more and less minutes to get this team out of their slump!

The 2025 football schedule is out, and the B1G conference did us NO favors!  An October straight from hell will be the center piece of what is surely one of the most difficult schedules in the country next season.

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A packed show this week with so much to get into!  Jeff Grimes is Luke Fickell's choice to lead the Badgers offense in 2025.  After time at Kansas, Baylor, and BYU, can Grimes return the Badgers offense to past glory?  What kind of offense will he run and how does this fit the vision that Luke Fickell has laid out for this Wisconsin Badgers football program?

Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team fell to rival Marquette in Milwaukee on Saturday.  After 2 straight losses and 2 very tough games on the horizon, we discuss whether this team can be the real deal?  Can they do enough defensively to allow the offense to shine?

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National signing day has come and gone, and the Wisconsin Badgers led by head coach Luke Fickell has landed a top 25 class for 2025!  Rajeev and Justin are back with a mid-week special episode to break down the entire class, give their grades by position, and answer the question...Who will be the biggest star?  Full list of superlatives and questions to go through this special day on the college football calendar!

2025 CLASS: Mason Posa, Jaylen Williams, Logan Powell, Hardy Watts, Carter Smith, Nicolas Clayton, Nolan Davenport, Michael Roeske, Eugene Hilton Jr, Grant Dean, Cooper Catalano, Torin Pettaway, Cam Clark, Jaimier Scott, Jahmare Washington, Remington Moss, Emmett Bork, Landyn Locke, Drayden Pavey, Nizyi Davis, Luke Emmerich, Samuel Lateju, Cairo Skanes, Xavier Ukponu

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One of the most painful seasons in modern Wisconsin Football history comes to a fitting end.... Rajeev and Justin are sad, angry, and need to vent.  Join the show for what will be an emotionally charged episode.

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The Wisconsin Badgers suffered arguably one of the most painful losses they've had in years, and are now sadly on the cusp of missing a bowl for the first time in 23 years..its not a fun time to be a Badger, and real questions now have to be asked about the efficacy of this coaching staff.  Is there still belief in Luke Fickell?  Can the recruiting be enough for now?  So much to break down about this football team

Meanwhile..Greg Gard has his boys undefeated!  After winning an early season tournament, questions (the good kind) have to be asked about how good this team can really be!  John Tonje is a bona fide star and could be the one of the nation's best wings this year! 

QB Carter Smith is the latest huge get for Fickell and this staff...how bright does the future look with him under center?

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro; Dylan Raiola, Matt Rhule, Ty Robinson;   Greg Gard, John Tonje, John Blackwell, Steven Crowl, Max Klemsit, Nolan Winter, Kamari McGee

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In the first game of the post Phil Longo era, the Luke Fickell led Wisconsin Badgers are headed to Lincoln, Nebraska to take on the Cornhuskers! What will the offense look like without Phil Longo?  Can this team finish 7-5?!
We also give you our picks for who could be the new Offensive Coordinator in what will prove to be a massive hire for Luke Fickell.

Rajeev was 3-0 in last week's Locks of the Week!  TUNE IN TO SEE WHAT THIS WEEK'S PICKS ARE!!!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro; Dylan Raiola, Matt Rhule, Ty Robinson

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A tale of two games this weekend.  Bittersweet results leave Badger fans wishing for a bit more success!  
Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers football team gave Oregon a run for their money but fell short due to poor Quarterback play.  The defense played admirably in an effort that could have been the biggest win in nearly 15 years..but once again just couldn't happen.  We get into the game review and talk about the positives that can be taken!  Is it time for a QB change?  We give you our take!
Friday night was a joy in Madison as John Tonje led the Badges with 41 points in a huge upset of 9th ranked Arizona Wildcats!!  How good can this team be i 2024?  TONJE IS A STAR!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro; Dillon Gabriel, Dan Lanning, Tez Johnson, Evan Stewart, Traeshon Holden;
Greg Gard, Max Klemsit, Steven Crowl, Nolan Winter, John Blackwell, John Tonje, Xavier Amos, Kamari McGee, Tommy Lloyd, Caleb Love, Jaden Bradley, Tobe Awaka, KJ Lewis

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An absolutely massive week for the national brand that is the Wisconsin Badgers.  Luke Fickell and his team will face off against top ranked Oregon Ducks on Saturday night in primetime.  What do the Badgers need to do to be successful and have a chance in this monumental game??   Can Braedyn Locke keep from turning the ball over and will Wisconsin be able to establish the run?! 

Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team face their first true test of the season in 9th ranked Arizona Wildcats head to town.  With the new look Badgers finding some early form against inferior competition, how will that translate to this game? Can the Badgers get the upset???  

PLUS BONUS!  Rajeev's locks of the week!  Betting is a passion and Rajeev will share his top 3 picks (all from the B1G) for this weekend!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro; Dillon Gabriel, Dan Lanning, Tez Johnson, Evan Stewart, Traeshon Holden;
Greg Gard, Max Klemsit, Steven Crowl, Nolan Winter, John Blackwell, John Tonje, Xavier Amos, Kamari McGee, Tommy Lloyd, Caleb Love, Jaden Bradley, Tobe Awaka, KJ Lewis

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*SPECIAL DAY/TIME* Due to some travel, our live show this week will be on Monday evening!  We'll be back to Sunday next week!

The Wisconsin Badgers basketball team have tipped off another season under Greg Gard.  What are the realistic expectations for this team, and how high can they really fly?  After another disappointing exit from the NCAA tournament last year, returnees Steven Crowl, Max Klesmit, and John Blackwell look to turn things around in 2024 by welcoming newcomers including what may be the biggest addition of them all, John Tonje!   In the 3 early season games, Tonje has emerged as an offensive threat that can change the outlook of this club.

Rajeev and Justin are back to give you their full season predictions on this pivotal season of Wisconsin Basketball!!

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Wisconsin Badgers fans all over the world suffered true pain yesterday..at the hands of the Iowa Hawkeyes, who stomped Luke Fickell's team in a huge rivalry game for both clubs.  In what is undoubtedly the worst performance of the year, the Badgers were outclassed and flat beaten down.  What's the main cause of the performance and who is to blame?  Where can the Badgers go from here with 3 difficult games left on the schedule??  SO MUCH to get into in this episode.  WARNING:  Its going to be sad...

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro; Brendan Sullivan, Kirk Ferentz, Kaleb Johnson, Luke Lachey, Kaden Wetjen

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After a crushing loss last week to Penn St, the Wisconsin Badgers are back in action this week on the road at Iowa.. a night game at Kinnick Stadium!  Luke Fickell takes his team to the home of one of our hated rivals in search of a good victory this season.  With new Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan, how will the Badgers react and find ways to stop the Iowa offense, especially the running attack of Kaleb Johnson.  Can Braedyn Locke prevent turnovers and potentially get back his confidence from 2 weeks ago??

Rajeev and Justin give you their 3 big keys to the game and SCORE PREDICTIONS!!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro; Brendan Sullivan, Kirk Ferentz, Kaleb Johnson, Luke Lachey, Kaden Wetjen

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Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers suffered a crushing defeat on Saturday night at Camp Randall Stadium against James Franklin and the Penn St Nittany Lions.  After a good first half, the second half was a different story.  Even thought starting qb for Penn St Drew Allar left with an injury, the Badgers were unable to move the ball and create any sustained offensive attack.  Rajeev and Justin are back from Madison to break down the game and talk about how disappointing of a loss this really is in terms of the culture and the forward movement of the program.

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro; Drew Allar, Abdul Carter, Beau Pribula

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3 consecutive wins for the Badgers has led us to one of the biggest games of Luke Fickell's young career in Madison - A home battle AT NIGHT against #3 ranked Penn St!  Can the Wisconsin Badgers offensive line have success and keep the rushing attack alive?  Can Braedyn Locke play a clean game and win the turnover margin?  And most importantly, can Luke Fickell get the signature win all Badgers fans have been waiting for??

Rajeev and Justin give you their 3 big keys to the game and SCORE PREDICTIONS!!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro; Drew Allar, Abdul Carter

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The Wisconsin Badgers escaped a house of horrors disaster and did exactly what was needed to win at Northwestern!  A 23-3 win was dominated by Tawee Walker and the rushing attack, and a defense that is taking shape quite well and has quickly become one of the strengths of this team.  16 points allowed in 3 weeks is exactly what Luke Fickell and Mike Tressel needed to see!  The boys are back to break down the game, talk through how this team is all of a sudden 5-2, and look ahead to what has the potential to be the premier signature win of Luke Fickell's short time at Wisconsin!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro;

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After back to back big wins, the Wisconsin Badgers and head coach Luke Fickell head on the road again, this time to Evanston, Illinois, to face the Northwestern Wildcats.  Evanston has been a house of horrors for the Badgers as they've lost 4 of the last 6 meetings there, including many as a ranked team.  Whlie on paper the Braedyn Locke led team should be better, past performance has proved different.  Will Tawee Walker and the running game get going?  Will Hunter Wohler be able to stop Jack Lausch and this new look NW offense?  With Penn St on the horizon...IS THIS A HUGE TRAP GAME FOR WISCONSIN?!?!

Rajeev and Justin give you their 3 big keys to the game and SCORE PREDICTIONS!!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro;

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Wisconsin Badgers fans are living the high life!  Luke Fickell and his team went on the road to Rutgers and left with another blowout victory, 42-7!  Rajeev and Justin are back to talk through the game along with the weekly superlatives!  With the Badgers being on schedule, can the pre-season predictions actually be realized?  Has this team really turned a corner?  SPOILER ALERT.. YES THEY HAVE!  So much to get into in a fun happy episode!!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro;   Greg Schiano, Athan Kaliakmanis, Kyle Monangai, Samuel Brown, Dymere Miller, Darial Djabome, Eric Rogers, Kyonte Hamilton, Shaquan Loyal

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After a big win last week against Purdue, the Wisconsin Badgers hit the road again, this time to face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.  In what has now become a pivotal week in the season, Luke Fickell and his team will go up against Greg Schiano and this new look Rutgers team led by ex-Gopher Athan Kaliakmanis & Kyle Monangai.  Can the Badgers get this 2 game stretch started off right?  What direction will the season go in...this weekend tell us a great deal!!!

Rajeev and Justin give you their 3 big keys to the game and SCORE PREDICTIONS!!

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KEY PLAYERS/COACHES: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Darrion Dupree, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman, Christian Alliegro;   Greg Schiano, Athan Kaliakmanis, Kyle Monangai, Samuel Brown, Dymere Miller, Darial Djabome, Eric Rogers, Kyonte Hamilton, Shaquan Loyal

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The Wisconsin Badgers finally had the game all fans have been waiting for!  The Badgers put an absolute beatdown on the Purdue Boilermakers, 52-6.  Luke Fickell and Phil Longo had good game plans that were executed by this team, near flawlessly.  In what is by far the best performance of the season, what have we learned?  How excited can this make fans looking ahead to the rest of the season??  The Badgers are in the middle of a key stretch with some winnable games on the horizon!!

FINALLY SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE!  Join the fun!


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KEY PEOPLE: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Chez Mellusi, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman;   Hudson Card, Devin Mockobee, Reggie Love III, Max Klare, CJ Smith, Jahmal Edrine, Ryan Walters, Jason Simmons, Darrion Dupree

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The Purdue Boilermakers and hot seat coach Ryan Walters make the trip up to Madison this weekend for a clash with Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers.  Can Braedyn Locke and this offense gain some confidence against a Purdue team that sits at 1-3?  Fickell talked about his running attack at his press conference this week.  Who will get the carries in the backfield?  Is the job Chez Mellusi and Tawee Walker or will we see more carries from Darrion Dupree and Cade Yacamelli?!

Rajeev and Justin give you their 3 big keys to the game and SCORE PREDICTIONS!!

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KEY PEOPLE: Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, Mike Tressel, Braedyn Locke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Chez Mellusi, Tawee Walker, Bryson Green, Hunter Wohler, Jaheim Thomas, Aaron Witt, Tackett Curtis, Ricardo Hallman;   Hudson Card, Devin Mockobee, Reggie Love III, Max Klare, CJ Smith, Jahmal Edrine, Ryan Walters, Jason Simmons

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Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers football team played perhaps one of their best halves in the last 2 years, only to then play one of the worst in the 2nd half of the game on the road at once PAC-12 powerhouse USC.  After a promising start to the game, what went wrong?  What do we think could and should have been done differently by this coaching staff?  What positives can be taken from the first B1G game of the season.

As the Badgers now sit at 2-2 with a not so great path to a 23rd consecutive winning season...the boys discuss what realistic changes can be made to get this team operating like all fans hope they will...

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Big Ten play is about to kickoff and the Wisconsin Badgers make their first road trip of the year to the University of Southern California Trojans!  New starting QB Braedyn Locke will have his hands full with new Defensive Coordinator D'Anton Lynn and the USC defense.  On the other side of the ball, Miller Moss leads the trojans in the post Caleb Williams era and so far, he's off to a good start.  What can Luke Fickell, Phil Longo, and Mike Tressel draw up to stop USC and get a massive win for the Badgers?!?!

Rajeev and Justin give their keys to the game, and of course, final score predictions!

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The Luke Fickell led Wisconsin Badgers had a much needed bye week in advance of a huge trip out west to play the Southern California (USC) Trojans.  With Tyler Van Dyke officially out for the remainder of the season, its Braedyn Locke's time to run the offense.  What can we expect after a 2 week break? Should we see a better version of last year's Locke?  USC had a big loss at Michigan yesterday.  Do we feel differently about this game now that USC has lost to a team that had virtually no passing attack?  So much to discuss going into the crazy week. 

Updated predictions from Rajeev and Justin and what do fans need to see from this team to feel good about the rest of the season?!

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The anticipation of the Wisconsin Badgers Alabama Crimson Tide game culminated in a crushing defeat Saturday afternoon at Camp Randall Stadium.  The boys are back to break it all down and discuss where Luke Fickell and his coaching staff go from here.  With Tyler Van Dyke sidelined, can Braedyn Locke carry this team and lead an offense desperate for improvement??

We go through the major storylines of the game, and have a Badgers BUY OR SELL?  WILL THIS TEAM GO TO A BOWL?

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One of the biggest games ever at Camp Randall Stadium is upon us, with Kalen Deboer's Alabama Crimson Tide making the trip up to Madison to face Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers! 

What are Rajeev and Justin's 3 big keys to the game?  Can the Badgers get it done and surprise everyone with a huge upset of Alabama?  Can Tyler Van Dyke lead Phil Longo's offense to victory? The run defense has been a big topic of discussion this past week, how will it fare against historically one of the best running attacks in the country?

Stay tuned for the whole show to see the final score predictions!

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Key Players:  Tyler Van Dyke, Will Pauling, Trech Kekahuna, Bryson Green, Chez Mellusi, Tawee Walker, Jack Nelson, Jaheim Thomas, Tackett Curtis, Leon Lowery, Hunter Wohler, Ricardo Hallman, Jalen Milroe, Tyler Booker, Deontae Lawson, Malachi Moore, Keon Sabb, Tim Keenan, Jihaad Campbell

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The Wisconsin Badgers are now 2-0 after getting a win against South Dakota on Saturday! While they got the win, what questions still remain on both sides of the ball?  Tyler Van Dyke has played two games now, what is the initial assessment of his performance?  The boys go through their positional grades and weekly superlatives.

Luke Fickell and his coordinators have a huge week of preparation as the Badgers go into the massive week against the Alabama Crimson Tide

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The Wisconsin Badgers are back in action this weekend against FCS opponent South Dakota.  What does Luke Fickell and his team need to prove after their less than expected performance in week 1 against Western Michigan? Rajeev and Justin return with their 3 big things mid week episode!  And of course, score predictions!!

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Week 1 is officially in the books.  Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers defeated the Western Michigan Broncos at Camp Randall on Friday night.  While a win is a win...how do we feel about what we saw?  Badgers fans hoped to answer some questions about this team, but it appears we've been left with more questions, especially about Phil Longo's offense and the inability to create big plays.  Does this change our perceptions of this team, or is it just one week??

Nick Osen from 247 Sports joins the show to help break down week 1!

*Big Takes
*Positional Grades
*Weekly Game Superlatives

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The Wisconsin Badgers season is finally here!  Rajeev and Justin are back with their 3 Big Things mid week episodes!  What are the keys to the game against Western Michigan?  Can Luke Fickell's men dominate up front and show the fans what to expect this season?  What version of Tyler Van Dyke do fans expect to see?  

And of course...score predictions!

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The wait is finally over! The Wisconsin Badgers football team and Head Coach Luke Fickell will officially kick off the season next Friday night against Western Michigan.  The guys are back with a special guest to break down the schedule.  Who will Wisconsin beat, and who will break Badger fans hearts??  Where will this team finish in the final Big Ten standings and how good of a bowl game can this team expect to make? 

Several players have the opportunity to become or star, or cement their legacy in Camp Randall Stadium!  What accolades will Hunter Wohler and Ricardo Hallman receive this year, and can Will Pauling stake his claim as the Big Ten's best WR?  With a loaded running back room including Chez Mellusi, Tawee Walker, Darrion Dupree, and more...who will stand out and be the next great Badger Running Back?!?  And then there's Tyler Van Dyke, the transfer QB from Miami that fans are hoping can be as successful as a certain transfer QB from the past...how good will he be??

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The boys are back along side Nick Osen, Badgers beat writer from 247Sports, to discuss final thoughts from fall camp including what Nick saw at all the practices.  

Are the Badgers getting enough respect nationally after filling gaps from last year's team?  Where are they being predicted to finish and what do Rajeev and Justin think?

With the season just 2 weeks away, The Bucky Report will bring back Weekly Superlatives season preview edition!  Join us live if you can to give your own answers during the show, and if you're watching or listening later, leave your responses in the comments!

The Know Your Foe series continues with a look at the Purdue!  Can the Badgers make it 18 straight against the Boilermakers?

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The Luke Fickell led Wisconsin Badgers have been in 2024 fall camp at UW-Platteville for 2 weeks of practice! What position's stock is up and down post camp?  How do the guys feel about Tyler Van Dyke?  What specific players appeared to show out and have made jumps on the depth chart?  Rajeev and Justin return after a week break to talk about all things camp, and the upcoming season!  Did anything that happened these past 2 weeks change the floor and ceiling predictions for this team?!

PLUS, the Know Your Foe series continues with a discussion about the Halloween weekend game against the Penn St Nittany Lions.

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With just over 1 month until the start of the college football season, the Wisconsin Badgers preview continues, but this week we talk defense!  What will year 2 of Mike Tressel bring?  Can the defensive line be good enough to let the likes of John Pius, Leon Lowery, Jaheim Thomas, and others do their thing?  Ricardo Hallman and Hunter Wohler are the class of the defense, but how good can this unit really be in 2024?  

Luke Fickell was at B1G media day this week along with Jake Chaney, Hunter Wohler, and Jack Nelson.  Nick Osen was also in Indianapolis, and he will join us to talk about what he learned!

The Know Your Foe series moves into the first big road test of the year.. the USC Trojans!

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The Wisconsin Badgers football season inches closer by the day, and our season preview continues with a discussion on Phil Longo and what his offense will look like in year 2!  What tweaks do we expect to see? How much influence has Luke Fickell had on this and how will the new pieces fold in to the air raid system?  Can this team be more prolific like Badger teams of the past?  Will Tyler Van Dyke fit well into this offense?

PLUS, the Know Your Foe series continues with one of the biggest games Camp Randall has ever seen...the Alabama Crimson Tide come to town, without coach Nick Saban!  How different will this team look under Kalen DeBoer?  Can the Badgers get it done on their home turf?


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With the season inching closer, the boys continue previewing the Wisconsin Badgers season.  What or who are X Factors on Luke Fickell's team?  What makes the difference this season either positively or negatively?  Know Your Foe series continues with South Dakota..and that means Alabama Crimson Tide is on the horizon for next week! 

We examine the schedule and talk through some win probabilities and break down how the Badgers schedule shakes out through the year

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Rajeev and Justin are back for a Free for all Friday where the guys will take live listener questions and talk about anything that comes up! 

It's Friday, no agenda, just Badger talk!

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Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers football team have got quite the recruiting class going for 2025!  The boys are back together and will grade the class BY POSITION. Also, who will have the singular biggest impact from this group of potential stars including Hardy Watts, Mason Posa, Logan Powell, Jaimier Scott, and so many more!  What position is poised for the best outlook as we look at years ahead?!

Our "Know Your Foe" series kicks off on this show with a breakdown of Western Michigan.  As the season nears, the boys will look at each opponent and quickly touch on who is out, who is in, and what the matchup looks like for the Badgers.

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Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers recruiting keep the train moving!  Hardy Watts, a top Offensive Line prospect commits to Madison!  What does this mean for the class and how huge of a win is this?  What has AJ Blazek done since he arrived and how good can the O line be in the future?  PLUS, the Badgers also land a special teams player, what kind of a difference can he make??

Badger247 beat reporter Nick Osen joins the show to break down the Watts recruitment!!

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Luke Fickell landed yet another recruit in Nicolas Clayton, Edge rusher out of Gainesville, Florida.  How does Clayton impact this room and what must Luke Fickell be selling to have already sealed 21 recruits to this ever growing Wisconsin Badgers class.   Who can realistically fill the last couple spots in this group?

With just under 70 days remaining until the Badgers football season kicks off, the boys give their takes on team stats over/unders!  PLUS, we set time aside for listener questions!

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Rajeev is busy with the family and Justin wants to talk Wisconsin Badgers so what do we do? Listener live show! Justin goes over some of the viewer comments from the YouTube comment section to discuss some season projections? Does homefield matter against the Oregon, PSU, or Alabama? And Which is more important total class points or the composite rating?

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A benchmark week in the Wisconsin Badgers football program!  Luke Fickell and his staff land Mason Posa, Eugene Hilton, Jr, Nizyi Davis, and flip back Torin Pettaway as part of the ever growing 2025 class!  The boys are back to break down these recruits and how impactful they will be on this roster. PLUS, MASON POSA joins the show to talk about his game, what he likes about Madison, and so much more!  

What is the ceiling on this class and what are the realistic  expectations moving forward?  

Rajeev and Justin introduce the "Know Your Foe" series and start the countdown to FOOTBALL SEASON!

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Week 2 of Wisconsin Badgers football official visits is in the books.  The boys are back with Nick Osen to break down the 2 new commitments that Luke Fickell and his staff were able to land!  We welcome Nolan Davenport and Jahmare Washington to the Badgers.  What do we like about their game and how do they fit in well with this team?

These coaches continue to close.  How good is this staff and how does it compare to staffs of the past?  Blazek, Haynes, Tressel, etc continue to bring in the players and get them into this group.

Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team also land a new recruit in Will Garlock.  How does this local recruit help Gard's team?!

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The first weekend of official visits is in the books.  The boys are back alongside Badgers beat reporter Nick Osen from 247 Sports to talk about the new commitments that Luke Fickell and his coaching staff were able to land!  We welcome Logan Powell and Rukeem Stroud to the Badgers, and talk about what else the Wisconsin Badgers need to get to really move this class in the right direction.  Who might commit in the next couple days?

Week 2 of official visits is just a few days away and we'll preview the players currently expected to head to Madison!  Who will commit from this group and what are the top choices?!

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With spring ball in the rear view mirror, the focus can move squarely to the 2025 recruiting class.  Several weeks of official visits kicks off this weekend when the Wisconsin Badgers will welcome a plethora of young talent to Madison!  Can Luke Fickell strike quickly and turn some of these into commitments??  Who are the boys most excited about from this visiting group and who will fit in best with this roster?  Listen in to get all the scoop on the men who will be heading to Madison this weekend! Top names include Mason Posa, Eugene Hilton, Jayden Loftin, Mason Alexander and more...

Rajeev and Justin are back to break down this official visit weekend with a massive special guest.. NICK OSEN returns from 247 Sports!

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Will the 2025 Wisconsin Badgers recruiting class be a disappointment? Is Luke Fickell and staff trending the wrong way in year 2? Or will the Badgers find another impressive class? And EA Sports gave us all a gift this week finally announcing details on EA College Football 25. What do we think so far?

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Now that spring football is wrapped up, the boys are back together to talk about their updated views of the floor and ceiling for this Wisconsin Badgers football team.  How high can Luke Fickell fly in his second year at the helm of the program?  Has our outlook been improved by what we've heard coming out of Madison?  Also, what are the best and worst case scenarios at each position?!

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Spring football has officially come to an end.  The Wisconsin Badgers led by head coach Luke Fickell have completed 15 practices.  How have key players Tyler Van Dyke, Chez Mellusi, Trech Kekahuna, Will Pauling, Tackett Curtis, and others done in this crucial development time of the year?  The boys are back along with SPECIAL GUEST NICK OSEN from 247 Sports to do a full recap of the spring.  Who impressed, who's stock is up and down, and what are our updated depth chart predictions heading into the fall?!

PLUS, Greg Gard and the Badger basketball team have made some big additions in the portal.  Is this roster good enough to compete in this new look Big Ten?  Has Gard done enough?

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The NFL Draft has come and gone and 2 members of the Wisconsin Badgers football team heard their name get called, along with 1 former Badger!  The boys get into Tanor Bortolini, Braelon Allen, and Isaac Guerendo!  Who will be the best pro?

Luke Fickell continues to add critical pieces to his team, this time in the form of offensive line depth!  Leyton Nelson and Joey Okla are the newest Badgers.  How will they fit?  2025 has a new recruit as well in Cam Clark.  What do the boys think of his film?

Greg Gard is finally on the board in the portal!  Combo guard Camren Hunter becomes the first player to be added this year.  Can he replace Chuck?

PLUS, for a fun segment this week...Badger Football BUY or SELL!

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Starting point guard Chucky Hepburn has entered the transfer portal!  Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers basketball team suffer perhaps their biggest blow ever of the transfer portal era.  What does Gard need to do this offseason to make up for this monumental loss?! Can this team and head coach compete in this wild west NIL world?? Who will Gard target?  Who does he NEED??

PLUS! More news and notes coming from Spring Football!  TVD looks to be rounding into form and the hype looks to be real on Trech Kekahuna.  Can this receiving corps be as good as advertised in 2024?  We get into Way too early Over/Unders on football!  Who will be right, and wrong?!

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The Wisconsin Badgers football team has lost a quarterback.  Highly regarded transfer from Oklahoma Nick Evers is leaving Madison.  What kind of impact will that have on Luke Fickell and Phil Longo's QB room?  We get into other spring practice updates and touch on some new recruits

PLUS..Frankie Fidler makes the decision tomorrow on whether he will join Greg Gard and the Badgers Basketball team.  Will he link up with his good friend Chucky Hepburn?

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It's time to dive into Wisconsin Badgers Football!  Luke Fickell and his team are   in Spring practice.  What observations have been made thus far?  What's the Quarterback battle looking like between Tyler Van Dyke, Braedyn Locke, Nick Evers?  Who is showing out on defense and moving up the Spring depth chart?  Nick Osen from 247Sports joins the show to talk about what he's seen at practice this past week!  Rajeev and Justin talk about what they'd like to see in these practices and who might make big leaps!

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Now that the Wisconsin Badgers Basketball season has officially come to an end, its time for reflection and a massive debate...should Greg Gard still be the coach of this team?  Rajeev and Justin sit on opposite sides of this argument.  Where do you sit?? Join the show to see which of the guys you agree with.  The cases for both sides are laid out and debated on this very polarizing topic within the badger fan base!! 

PLUS, we are back to talking football once again as Luke Fickell lost a big recruit to the arch rival! The boys discuss that, and give other recruiting updates.  How is the 2025 class shaking out and what is needed for this staff to have another good cycle??

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Another early exit for the Wisconsin Badgers in the NCAA Tournament.  Was this team properly prepared by the coaching staff and Greg Gard?  Where did it all go wrong?  The guys are back to share in the sadness that was the end of the great Tyler Wahl's career.  We thank him for his amazing career but ask questions about how this program is set to move forward.    

Connor Essegian says goodbye and enters the transfer portal!

We go over the results of the Women's Hockey National Championship game and touch on the Men's Tournament.

PLUS!!  ITS SPRING FOOTBALL!  After the anger of the basketball team, we get into Luke Fickell and the start of football practice.  Who shined and what can we take away from early reports?!

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March Madness is here!!  Rajeev is back from vacation just in time for the madness.  The Wisconsin Badgers go in to the tournament on a bit of a high note.  How far can Greg Gard's boys go in the best tournament in the land??  Does this team have the quality to make a Sweet 16 run...or more?  After a mid-season slump, the Badgers finished strong to put themselves in a solid position going into the Madness.  Will Tyler Wahl, Chucky Hepburn, AJ Storr, and Steven Crowl be able to will this team beyond reasonable expectations?

PLUS - Rajeev and Justin will make their final 4 and national championship predictions!  Tune into the March Madness Special on The Bucky Report!!!

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Rajeev is on vacation and Justin has been left unsupervised so what's a guy to do? Invite Badger 247 Nick Osen to come and talk some Badger football recruiting. We start by recapping the Wisconsin Badgers vs Purdue game and take a look into Bucky's Big Ten tournament outlook. We then dive into the top 5 players Wisconsin needs for their 2025 class. Can coach Fickell get it done? 

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The Wisconsin Badgers lose yet another Big Ten game, and have now reached another low point in the season.  2-7 in the last 9 games leaves a lot of questions to be answered by head coach Greg Gard.  While Tyler Wahl had a good game, the defense continues to be a major issue for this team.  Fans seem to be reaching a boiling point of frustration with Gard.  What is a fair level of criticism for this team?  Can this team develop any momentum heading into March?  PLUS, Isaac Guerendo shines at the combine.  How high can he go?!?!?

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After a historic ruling this week, the future of college sports looks even more murky than it did last week!  Rajeev and Justin get into the fascinating subject of NIL and how it will shape the NCAA landscape for years to come.  Is the NCAA done?  It is time for contracts?  How will this all affect the Wisconsin Badgers and Luke Fickell? 

Greg Gard's boys get back on track with a win against Maryland.  Tyler Wahl continues to be a steady performer for the team.  How will the Badgers do in the last 4 games of the season??

EJ Whitlow is the new defensive line coach for Luke Fickell and Mike Tressel.  How do we think this will work out as Spring football draws ever closer?!

Court storming....what do we think about it?  What do you think about it??



ARTICLES WITH GREAT INFORMATION ON NCAA v NIL DISCUSSION

NCAA can't enforce NIL rules after judge grants injunction
By Dan Murphy, ESPN
https://www.espn.com/college-football...

Federal judge grants injunction suspending NCAA's NIL rules
By Rishikesh Rajagopalan, CBS News
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/federal-...

Federal judge blocks NCAA from enforcing NIL rules
By Nicole Auerbach, The Athletic
https://theathletic.com/5295907/2024/...

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Spring footall is closer than you think, and the boys are back to give you their 2024 football depth chart predictions!  Who will Luke Fickell select as the top Wideouts, Linebackers, Defensive Lineman, and so much more!  Where will Will Pauling, Bryson Green, Trech Kekahuna and the other receivers slot in?  Will young lineman like Jamel Howard make an early appearance?  Tune in to find out what Rajeev and Justin think!  PLUS, yet another February loss for Greg Gard and his team.  Even though Chucky Hepburn delivered a strong performance, defense continues to be the achilles heel of this team.  What happens the rest of the way, and what is a realistic seed for the NCAA tournament?

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In what can only be described as the worst conceivable week of the season, the Wisconsin Badgers suffer two huge defeats to the Michigan Wolverines and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights.  Greg Gard's men are falling apart.  Veterans Chucky Hepburn, Tyler Wahl, and Steven Crowl can't seem to stop the bleeding, and all of a sudden, what looked like a special season has fallen victim to the moment... The boys give their takes on this horrible week for fans.  What comes next?  Is Greg Gard on the hot seat?  What should our realistic expectations be for this season?  PLUS, football recruiting nuggets from Justin!

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What started as a defining week ended up being a painful one...Greg Gard's Wisconsin Badgers went down mid week to the Nebraska Cornhuskers and then again over the weekend to the #2 ranked Purdue Boilermakers.  What happened in that infamous second half in Lincoln?  Where is Chucky Hepburn?  The boys talk about both games, give their player ratings for the Purdue game, and get into a deeper discussion about AJ Storr and others.  PLUS, more 2025 prospects were in Madison this weekend for a Junior Day!  Hear about some of the top targets and where they would fit into Luke Fickell's team!

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In what may prove to be the defining week for Greg Gard and the Wisconsin Badgers, the team start on the road at the Nebraska Cornhuskers.  Led by Keisei Tominaga and Rienk Mast, Nebraska has yet to lose a Big Ten game at home.  On Sunday, the Badgers have a massive top 10 matchup at home against the Purdue Boilermakers led by big man Zach Edey.
Can Wisconsin go 2-0 this week and take full control of the Big Ten race?? Listen to this 3 Big Things episode including final score predictions!

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The Wisconsin Badgers basketball team continues to top the Big Ten Conference! Greg Gard's boys got a season sweep over Tom Izzo's Michigan St Spartans on Friday night at the Kohl Center! Led by AJ Storr and Steven Crowl, the Badgers led wire to wire with big bench performances from Nolan Winter and Connor Essegian.  Chucky Hepburn owned the court defensively as usual, and Tyler Wahl just keeps doing his thing!  February is a massive month for this team..how will it shake out?  

PLUS, Luke Fickell hired his Safeties coach in former USC and Ohio St Defensive Coordinator Alex Grinch.  Is this the right hire?  The fan base appears fairly split, and the boys get into the controversy!  And as always, don't miss more recruiting nuggets and evals!

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The Wisconsin Badgers basketball team finished the week 1-1 after a loss to Penn St, but a big win at home against the Indiana Hoosiers where Max Klesmit continued his incredible run of form dropping 26 points!  The boys get into Max, and where he can take Greg Gard's team.  Further discussion on the team defense and Chucky Hepburn.  PLUS, football recruiting in full effect as Luke Fickell lands yet another DB with the addition of Jai'mier Scott!

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The Wisconsin Badgers lost a huge piece of the coaching staff with Co-Defensive Coordinator/Safties Coach Collin Hitschler now heading to Alabama for a similar role.  The boys give their thoughts on that, along with the addition of Cody Haddad to the safety group in 2025.  The show is rounded out by doing a quick preview of the basketball game against the Indiana Hoosiers!  Tune in for Rajeev and Justin's score predictions!!

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Are the Wisconsin Badgers the new favorites to win the Big Ten Conference?  After wins over the Ohio St Buckeyes and the Northwestern Wildcats, Greg Gard's men sit in the poll position in the conference with a 2 game lead on 2nd place! How has Max Klesmit helped lead this charge to the top?  Chucky Hepburn and AJ Storr continue to be great, and the Badgers just keep winning. PLUS, big splashes from the transfer portal are headed to Madison to play for Luke Fickell. How will Tacket Curtis, Elijah Hills, and RJ Delancy fit in with this unit?!

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The boys are back with their mid-week episode giving you 3 Big Things to watch for when Greg Gard's Wisconsin Badgers basketball team take on the Ohio St Buckeyes.  Can Connor Essegian keep the momentum going?  Will the Badgers dominate the paint like they have with big men Tyler Wahl and Steven Crowl?  The boys get into AJ Storr and how important he is to the team.  Lastly, PREDICTIONS for the Ohio St and Northwestern games.

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Greg Gard's Wisconsin Badgers basketball team got a huge win at home against the Nebraska Cornhuskers!  The boys break down the game get into how good this offense has looked thus far this season.   PLUS, Luke Fickell has big changes with this coaching staff as Jack Bicknell has been re-assigned and will no longer coach the offensive line.  Kenny Guiton joins as the WR Coach.  And the transfer portal keeps on moving with Jaheim Thomas heading to Madison!

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The Wisconsin Badgers play their final game of Luke Fickell's first year as Head Coach against the LSU Tigers in the Reliaquest Bowl!  How will the absences affect both teams?  Will Tanner Mordecai finish his time at Wisconsin on a high and get a huge victory over a SEC powerhouse?  Tune in for final score predictions!  PLUS, the boys break down the CFP, discussing all 4 teams who have a chance to win the National Championship.  The Michigan Wolverines take on the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Washington Huskies square off with the Texas Longhorns.  Who will advance to the big game?

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The boys are back from a mini holiday break to talk about a huge transfer portal addition for Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers!  Sebastian Cheeks, Linebacker out of North Carolina is heading to Madison.  What do Rajeev and Justin like about his film, and what kind of tools will he add to this growing linebacker room?!  PLUS, if The Bucky Report could set some new years resolutions for the basketball team, what would they be??  The guys also do a quick look to the bowl game ahead of their full preview this weekend!

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