Barry Alvarez

The Wisconsin Badgers suffered another devastating loss to Iowa, and the questions surrounding Luke Fickell are growing louder. Legendary Wisconsin head coach Barry Alvarez joins former Badgers Derek Engler and Tarek Saleh, with host Jesse Nelson, for the latest edition of The Barry Alvarez Show on ESPN Madison.

Wisconsin was shut out 30-0 at Kinnick Stadium, extending Iowa's winning streak in the rivalry to five games. The loss dropped the Badgers to 0-4 against the Hawkeyes under Fickell, with Wisconsin outscored 124-16 in those four matchups. After an impressive upset of USC the previous week, the Badgers were completely overwhelmed by Iowa.

The guys break down another frustrating performance against the Hawkeyes, discuss what the continued struggles against Iowa mean for Fickell's future in Madison, and examine the pressure facing the Wisconsin program.

With Rutgers coming to Camp Randall Stadium next, Wisconsin has an opportunity to respond. The Scarlet Knights are coming off a 28-21 loss to Michigan and enter the matchup at 2-6. Can the Badgers get back on track, or will the questions surrounding Fickell continue to grow?

🏈 *On this episode:*

Barry Alvarez's reaction to Wisconsin's embarrassing 30-0 loss at Iowa

Why the Badgers continue to struggle against the Hawkeyes under Luke Fickell

Wisconsin's 0-4 record against Iowa during the Fickell era

Is Luke Fickell's job security in jeopardy after another blowout loss?

What the Iowa loss means for the future of Wisconsin football

Previewing Rutgers' visit to Camp Randall Stadium

What Wisconsin must do to bounce back and quiet the critics

📅 *Wisconsin vs. Rutgers*

Saturday, November 7

3:15 p.m. CT | Camp Randall Stadium

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The Wisconsin Badgers are coming off one of their biggest wins of the season! Legendary head coach Barry Alvarez joins former Badgers Derek Engler and Tarek Saleh, with host Jesse Nelson, for the latest edition of The Barry Alvarez Show on ESPN Madison.

Wisconsin stunned No. 16 USC with a 24-7 victory under the lights at Camp Randall Stadium. The Badgers' defense dominated, forcing two interceptions, recording five sacks, and holding the Trojans to minus-17 rushing yards. Wisconsin also found its footing on the ground, with Bryan Jackson and Ryan Schwendeman scoring rushing touchdowns and Colton Joseph connecting with Chris Brooks Jr. for a key third-quarter score.

Can the Badgers carry that momentum into their next Big Ten test? Wisconsin heads to Iowa City to face the Hawkeyes, who are coming off a heartbreaking 13-10 loss to Minnesota after surrendering a game-winning field goal as time expired. Iowa's defense remains a major challenge, setting up a physical showdown at Kinnick Stadium.

🏈 On this episode:

Barry Alvarez's reaction to Wisconsin's upset win over No. 16 USC

How the Badgers' defense dominated the Trojans

Wisconsin's improved rushing attack and offensive execution

What the win means for Luke Fickell and the Badgers moving forward

Previewing Wisconsin's road matchup against Iowa

Can the Badgers end Iowa's recent dominance in the rivalry and earn another statement win?

📅 Wisconsin at Iowa

Saturday, October 31

11 a.m. CT | Kinnick Stadium

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The Wisconsin Badgers are looking to bounce back! Legendary head coach Barry Alvarez joins former Badgers Derek Engler and Tarek Saleh, with host Jesse Nelson, for the latest edition of The Barry Alvarez Show on ESPN Madison.

The guys react to Wisconsin’s frustrating 17-7 loss at UCLA, including the controversial officiating calls that left Badgers fans frustrated, the inability to take advantage of facing a backup quarterback, and an offense that struggled to find consistency and put points on the board.

With USC coming to Camp Randall Stadium next, the guys discuss what Wisconsin needs to clean up, how the Badgers can respond, and what it will take to get back on track against another tough Big Ten opponent.

🏈 On this episode:

Reaction to Wisconsin’s frustrating loss at UCLA

The officiating controversy and the calls that had Badgers fans talking

Why Wisconsin couldn’t capitalize against UCLA’s backup quarterback

The offensive struggles holding the Badgers back

What needs to change before USC visits Camp Randall

Can Wisconsin bounce back and deliver a statement win at home?

📅 Wisconsin vs. USC

Saturday, October 24

6:30 p.m. CT | Camp Randall Stadium

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📱 Stream on the ESPN Wisconsin app

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Legendary Wisconsin Badgers head football coach Barry Alvarez joins former Badgers Derek Engler and Tarek Saleh, alongside host Jesse Nelson, for the latest edition of The Barry Alvarez Show on ESPN Madison!

With Wisconsin preparing to take on UCLA, the guys look back at their experiences facing the Bruins in the Rose Bowl during the 1990s, share memories from their playing days, and discuss the current state of Wisconsin football.

🏈 On this episode:

Barry Alvarez's perspective on the current Wisconsin Badgers football team

Previewing Wisconsin's upcoming matchup against UCLA

Rose Bowl memories from Derek Engler and Tarek Saleh

Stories from the 1990s and the Alvarez era of Wisconsin football

More discussion surrounding Badgers football and the program's future

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Wisconsin dominated Michigan State 31-3 for the fourth win in a row, marking the first four-game win streak for the program since 2021!

Wisconsin is now 4-1 heading into the bye week before facing UCLA, USC, and Iowa in a critical point of the season.

The Barry Alvarez Show is presented by Hard Rock Casino Rockford.

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Barry Alvarez and the crew are LIVE from Hard Rock Casino Rockford after Wisconsin’s incredible comeback win at No. 13 Penn State!

Barry joins Derek Engler, Tarek Saleh and Jesse Nelson to break down the Badgers’ 24-20 victory in Happy Valley, what the signature road win means for Luke Fickell and the program, and whether Wisconsin has turned a corner after improving to 3-1. Plus, the guys look ahead to Michigan State and Homecoming at Camp Randall.

The Barry Alvarez Show is presented by Hard Rock Casino Rockford.

📺 Subscribe to ESPN Madison for more Wisconsin Badgers coverage, and listen to The Barry Alvarez Show anytime on the ESPN Wisconsin App.

Barry Alvarez and the crew are LIVE from Hard Rock Casino Rockford after Wisconsin’s incredible comeback win at No. 13 Penn State!

Barry joins Derek Engler, Tarek Saleh and Jesse Nelson to break down the Badgers’ 24-20 victory in Happy Valley, what the signature road win means for Luke Fickell and the program, and whether Wisconsin has turned a corner after improving to 3-1. Plus, the guys look ahead to Michigan State and Homecoming at Camp Randall.

The Barry Alvarez Show is presented by Hard Rock Casino Rockford.

📺 Subscribe to ESPN Madison for more Wisconsin Badgers coverage, and listen to The Barry Alvarez Show anytime on the ESPN Wisconsin App.

Wisconsin picked up its first win of the season with a 36-9 victory over Western Illinois — but what did the performance really tell us about the Badgers?

Barry Alvarez and the crew react to Wisconsin’s home-opening win at Camp Randall, including the explosive start from Abu Sama III, Colton Joseph and the passing game, the Badgers’ defensive performance and the biggest areas Wisconsin still needs to improve before Big Ten play.

Was this the response Wisconsin needed, or did the 36-9 win leave more questions than answers?

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LIVE from Hard Rock Casino Rockford, Barry Alvarez reacts to Wisconsin’s 41-13 loss to No. 4 Notre Dame and breaks down where the Badgers go from here.

Barry joins Derek Engler, Tarek Saleh and Jesse Nelson for a special edition of The Barry Alvarez Show presented by Hard Rock Casino Rockford. The guys dive into Wisconsin’s season-opening loss at Lambeau Field, what Barry saw from Luke Fickell’s team, the positives and concerns surrounding the Badgers, and what needs to improve as Wisconsin looks to bounce back.

Plus, Barry shares his perspective from decades of coaching and building the Wisconsin football program.

📺 Subscribe to ESPN Madison for more Wisconsin Badgers coverage, and listen to The Barry Alvarez Show anytime on the ESPN Wisconsin App.

LIVE from Hard Rock Casino Rockford, Barry Alvarez reacts to Wisconsin’s 41-13 loss to No. 4 Notre Dame and breaks down where the Badgers go from here.

Barry joins Derek Engler, Tarek Saleh and Jesse Nelson for a special edition of The Barry Alvarez Show presented by Hard Rock Casino Rockford. The guys dive into Wisconsin’s season-opening loss at Lambeau Field, what Barry saw from Luke Fickell’s team, the positives and concerns surrounding the Badgers, and what needs to improve as Wisconsin looks to bounce back.

Plus, Barry shares his perspective from decades of coaching and building the Wisconsin football program.

📺 Subscribe to ESPN Madison for more Wisconsin Badgers coverage, and listen to The Barry Alvarez Show anytime on the ESPN Wisconsin App.