On this week's episode of Talkin' Badgers, we've got a loaded show for Wisconsin Badgers football fans because there’s a lot to unpack.

Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin football team may be sitting at 2-0, but let’s not kid ourselves—this start hasn’t exactly been what we’d call dominant. Coming off a 27-13 win over South Dakota, and after that too-close-for-comfort showing against Western Michigan, it’s safe to say the Badgers have left some meat on the bone.

First, we discuss the Wisconsin Badgers football team’s identity under Phil Longo. This offense seems like it's still trying to find itself, and we attempt to get to the bottom of it. I'm of the opinion there isn't much of anything you can point out that this offense can hang its hat on for two weeks.

Then, we’re going into Buy or Sell: Does the offense have another gear? Have we seen this offense at full capacity yet, or are we in for more? I’m throwing that one to Jason Long—does he think the best is yet to come?

Next, we’ll hit the defensive side of the ball with Ryan Eilers. Can this defense be disruptive enough to make this a game? We’ve seen flashes, but is it enough to compete against the big dogs (like Alabama) on the schedule?

Last but not least, Cooper, being the straight shooter he is, talks about how bad the Bama beatdown is going to be. Now, I’m not saying it’s a foregone conclusion, but after two subpar outings, we’ve got to ask—what’s going to happen when the Badgers take on a team like Alabama?

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