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It’s Friday Free For All! We’re wrapping up Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas with all the biggest Wisconsin storylines: Luke Fickell’s vision for 2025, Ricardo Hallman’s mindset, Jake Renfro’s health, and Billy Edwards Jr.’s growing leadership role. PLUS—we’re turning the show over to YOU. We dive into listener comments, answer your questions, and react to whatever you want to talk about.

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We’re live from Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas! Rajeev is joined by Nick Osen to break down everything we heard from Head Coach Luke Fickell and the three Badgers who represented Wisconsin — Ricardo Hallman, Jake Renfro, and Billy Edwards Jr.

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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Jeff Grimes is officially running the show in Madison, and Wisconsin fans are eager to see how his proven offensive system will translate to the Big Ten. In this episode of The Bucky Report, we break down The Grimes Effect—an in-depth look at what his offenses have accomplished at Baylor and Kansas, and what realistic expectations should be for the Badgers in 2025.

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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In this edition of our Know Your Foe series, we take a deep dive into one of the more polarizing programs in college football, the Michigan Wolverines! The Badgers will travel to Ann Arbor in what could be a pivotal matchup that determines how successful this season really could be for Luke Fickell. We are joined by Jerry from The Three Glasses of Whisky College Football Podcast!

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On this episode of The Bucky Report, we’re joined by Nick Osen of 247 Sports to break down the commitment of 4-star ATH Amari Latimer, what it means for Wisconsin’s 2026 class, and where the Badgers go from here on the recruiting trail.

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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In this episode of The Bucky Report, we take a fun and fresh look at the upcoming Wisconsin football season by handing out preseason superlatives. Think of it as a Badger-themed yearbook: from “Most Likely to Break Out” to “Locker Room Glue Guy” and “Biggest Mystery Heading into Fall Camp,” we spotlight key players, potential storylines, and under-the-radar names to watch. It’s insightful, it’s entertaining, and it’s the perfect way to ease into preview season. Let’s have some fun predicting what 2025 could bring in Madison!

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In this Week 3 edition of our Know Your Foe series, we take a deep dive into one of college football’s most dominant programs—the Alabama Crimson Tide. The Badgers will travel to Tuscaloosa in what could be the toughest test of the season, and we’re joined by Alex, host of The Bama Factor podcast, to help break it all down.

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The Badgers are making headlines both on the field and in the courtroom. First up: four-star wide receiver Jayden Petit kicked off a massive week for Wisconsin’s 2026 recruiting class, bringing elite speed and Florida flair to the offense. Just days later, four-star running back Amari Latimer followed suit, adding power and explosiveness from the Peach State. Together, they form a dynamic one-two punch that instantly elevates the Badgers' offensive future and pushes the 2026 class into national relevance. But that’s not all—Wisconsin is also making waves off the field by suing Miami over the transfer of defensive back Xavier Lucas. The Badgers are alleging tampering and NIL interference in what could become a precedent-setting legal battle. We’re breaking down the film, the fallout, and the future of recruiting and roster building in this jam-packed episode.

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This week with Rajeev out on vacation just brings on special guest Nick Osen. We discuss some the early targets to keep an eye on for the 2027 class as things are getting started.

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!

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Week 2 of the “Know Your Foe” series takes a deep dive into Wisconsin’s Week 2 opponent — Middle Tennessee State! In this quick-hitting episode, we break down everything you need to know before the Badgers take the field: last season’s results, key roster changes, transfer portal impact, and players to watch out for. We're joined by Jake Bolden of the Blue Raider Pod. Badger fans, let’s get familiar with the enemy.

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