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Wisconsin football finally delivered the dominant performance fans have been waiting for, hammering Illinois in a statement win that showcased real progress under Luke Fickell. The Badgers ran the ball with authority, unleashed a relentless pass rush, and looked energized on both sides of the ball in a way we haven’t seen all season. From Darrion Dupree’s explosive breakout to Carter Smith’s poise and the defense controlling the line of scrimmage, Wisconsin sent a loud message in Madison about where this program can still go.
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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It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down the penultimate game of the season, a home game against Bret Bielema and the Illinois Fighting Illini! We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss how well we feel this defense can perform against Luke Altmyer and whether Carter Smith will be able to put up a reasonable amount of points! 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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On tonight’s Rajeev’s Corner, I’m breaking down the Big Ten’s push for a power-weighted College Football Playoff model and what that stance means for the future of the sport. I’ll also react to Ted Kellner’s comments on ESPN Madison, where he said Wisconsin will land in the top third of Big Ten football spending next year — a major signal about the program’s commitment and direction.
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The Wisconsin Badgers just got thumped 31–7 by No. 2 Indiana on the road, dropping to 3–7 in a season that’s testing everyone’s patience — but it wasn’t all doom and gloom. We break down Carter Smith’s first start as the first true freshman QB to start for Wisconsin since 1991, his 45-yard touchdown strike to Lance Mason, the defense racking up five sacks on Heisman contender Fernando Mendoza, and how the game slipped away in the second half with just 23 total yards after halftime. We’ll also talk about the scary Gideon Ituka injury and the positive early reports on his status.
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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It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down what may be the toughest game of the year for the Wisconsin Badgers, a road trip to the #2 ranked Indiana Hoosiers! We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss how well we feel this defense can perform against the high powered Curt Cignetti and Fernando Mendoza offense. 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 week’s episode of Rajeev’s Corner, I dive into the All-22 film from the Washington game to spotlight the players who truly stood out, the defensive schemes that shined, and why Carter Smith might just be the next big name to watch. It’s all about what the tape really tells us beyond the box score.
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The Wisconsin Badgers are back in the win column — and it feels so good! 🏈
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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Chris McIntosh breaks his silence — confirming Luke Fickell will remain Wisconsin’s head coach in 2026. In this first edition of Rajeev’s Corner, I share my unfiltered thoughts on what this means for the program, the fanbase, and the future of Badger football.
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Athletic Director Chris McIntosh has made it clear that Luke Fickell will remain as head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers in 2026! So much to unpack about his words today and what this means for the Wisconsin football program. How will it affect recruiting? Is this yet another mis-step from a floundering program?! Rajeev and Justin are having an emergency episode to break down the news!
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It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s home matchup after the bye week against the Washington Huskies! We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss where the Badgers can find an edge (if anywhere), and who plays quarterback for Luke Fickell!
Plus, SCORE PREDICTIONS!
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Welcome back to the Bucky Report, where we dive deep into everything you need to know about the Wisconsin Badgers men’s basketball team heading into the 2025-26 season. In this full-season preview we’ll cover:
• 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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The youth movement is officially on. Wisconsin may have fallen to Oregon, but The Future was on full display; and for once, Badger fans left feeling a little bit hopeful??
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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It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s big road matchup against Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks. We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss where the Badgers can find an edge (if anywhere), and if this team can show any signs of life in one of the largest underdog spreads they've seen in decades, probably ever!
Plus, SCORE PREDICTIONS!
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The Wisconsin Badgers were hammered 34-0 by Ohio State — and yet the administration is signaling full support for head coach Luke Fickell and committing to big investment in the program.
🔍 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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It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s massive matchup with Ohio State. We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss where the Badgers can find an edge (if anywhere), and what this showdown could mean for Luke Fickell’s future in Madison. Can Wisconsin show signs of life against a powerhouse, or is this the end of the road for the Fickell era?!
All that and more, right here on The Bucky Report — your home for honest Badger talk, every single week.
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Wisconsin football has officially hit rock bottom. After a humiliating 37-0 loss to Iowa, the Badgers look completely broken — and the Luke Fickell era may already be untenable. What was supposed to be a new beginning for Wisconsin has spiraled into an identity crisis marked by lifeless offense, poor discipline, and a locker room that looks lost. In this episode, we dive deep into how it all fell apart: the failures in coaching and culture, the lack of development on both lines, and the growing sense that this program has lost its soul. We’ll talk about whether Luke Fickell can realistically survive this disaster, what went wrong behind the scenes, and where Wisconsin football goes from here. This isn’t just another bad loss — it feels like the end of something.
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The Wisconsin Badgers face a major test in a rivalry game this weekend against the Iowa Hawkeyes! Can Luke Fickell get a signature win? Can we take back the trophy??? IT'S HOMECOMING IN MADISON and we will be at the game. Tune in this episode for our 3 Big Things and score predictions!
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Wisconsin’s 24–10 loss at Michigan may have added another “L” to the record, but it also gave us our first real look at Hunter Simmons running this Badger offense — and there’s plenty to unpack. Simmons showed flashes of composure, accuracy, and leadership, even behind an offensive line that continues to struggle in protection. We’ll break down what he did well, where the timing and reads still need work, and whether he’s earned another start heading into the Iowa game next week at Camp Randall.
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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It’s Badger Blueprint time — and we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s massive matchup with Michigan. Can the Badgers find a real path to victory? We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things (keys to the game), debate who’s going to start at quarterback for Wisconsin, and give you our score predictions for this critical Big Ten showdown.
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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Wisconsin football stands at a crossroads in 2025. After a rocky start under Luke Fickell, fans are asking the hard questions: where do the Badgers go from here, and what will it take to climb back on top of the Big Ten?
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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