The Camp: A Wisconsin Badgers Football Podcast

Wisconsin cornerback Nyzer Fourqurean is (likely) back for another year. Why the court issued an injunction and what it means for the Badgers. Meanwhile, GM Max Stienecker is headed to USC's recruiting department. What kind of impact does it have on Wisconsin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys are joined by Wisconsin offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes to discuss the install of his offense, what he's seen from the QBs so far, his thoughts on being under center or in shotgun in short yardage, whether he feels pressure in turning the Badgers offense around and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers introduced their new coaches this week. Zach and Jesse discuss the offense that OC Jeff Grimes wants to install, Kenny Guiton's move from WRs coach to QB coach, the hire of Jordan Reid as WRs coach and the promotion of Jack Cooper to coach the safeties. They also get into some of the latest transfer portal moves, which players in the 2026 are coming for Junior Day and a question about...

Wisconsin finally ended its silence on the Xavier Lucas situation. Zach and Jesse discuss the latest developments in what is becoming a national story that could have a significant impact on college athletics. They also dive into some transfer portal superlatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is more than two years into the Luke Fickell era. Zach and Jesse grade it on seven different categories and give it an overall grade. They also dive into Jesse's projected two-deep on defense and special teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers got big news Wednesday with the return of Ricardo Hallman. Zach and Jesse discuss what the veteran's decision to stay means for the defense. They get into Luke Fickell finalizing his coaching staff and then finish with the Xavier Lucas situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has a new quarterback's coach and now an opening at WR coach. Zach and Jesse discuss the move of Kenny Guiton from WRs to QBs, along with Jack Cooper being elevated to safeties coach. Then they get into the latest transfer portal additions and whether the DL is improved from this past season. They close with an early look at what the two-deep on offense could look like. See omnystudio.co...

Zach and Jesse are back for the first episode of 2025. The guys discuss the College Football Playoff with a bit of a Wisconsin angle, then jump into the player Jesse believes could be the most interesting transfer -- safety Matt Jung. They close with some talk about the toughest position on offense to project a depth chart for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin and Xavier Lucas are in a standoff at this point. Though details are still few, Zach and Jesse discuss what is known about the situation. They also get into the latest moves in the transfer portal and further introduce new QBs Billy Edwards Jr. and Danny O'Neil.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin finally added to its cornerback room on Tuesday. Zach and Jesse discuss the commitment of Jacksonville State's Geimere Latimer, along with a couple more additions on defense. The guys also hit on the overhaul of the QB room, including why Mabrey Mettauer left. They close with the news that Tawee Walker is in the transfer portal and looking for a new home after a new NCAA ruling gave him...

Wisconsin has now seen more than 20 guys hit the portal, including CB Xavier Lucas. Zach and Jesse discuss what his loss means. They also get into all the guys the Badgers have added, including a couple intriguing players in Matt Jung and Mark Hamper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a crazy few days for Wisconsin. Zach and Jesse break it all down, including the Badgers adding a pair of QBs, restocking the front seven, Landyn Locke not coming, Preston Zachman staying and Alex Grinch leaving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin got good news from the portal on Wednesday with Trech Kekahuna announcing he would be returning to the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss the move, and then get into Braedyn Locke putting his name into the portal and what it means for the QB spot. They also go over some of the Badgers targets in the portal and close with a look at a brutal 2025 Big Ten schedule. See omnystudio.com/listener...

The Tyler Van Dyke era is done in Madison. Zach and Jesse discuss him going to the transfer portal and what's next for Wisconsin. They also discuss some of the guys sticking around, what happened to the 2023 recruiting class and the positions the Badgers are targeting in the portal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin reportedly has its new offensive coordinator in Jeff Grimes. Zach and Jesse discuss the addition and what it means for the Badgers. They also get into Riley Mahlman announcing his decision to return for his senior year and what Wisconsin needs in the transfer portal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a busy Wednesday for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse talk about Luke Fickell's updates on the OC search, what he's looking for on offense and some potential changes on defense. Then they discuss the latest transfer portal news, including the loss of show favorite Trech Kekahuna. They close with some NSD superlatives for Wisconsin's 2025 class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

The offseason has officially begun for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss the players that have entered the transfer portal and also areas of need. Then they get into Jesse's story on how high school coaches in the state view Wisconsin's recruiting efforts and they close by looking ahead to the early signing period. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers are going to finish the season under .500 for the first time in 23 years. Zach and Jesse touch on the Minnesota debacle but tackle much bigger picture topics as Luke Fickell enters a pivotal offseason. They also dive into a bunch of listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin defensive coordinator Mike Tressel discussed the struggles his unit has had at times this year. Zach and Jesse discuss his comments, including on some of his personnel decisions in trying to stop the run. Then they play some Overreaction, er No?, preview the Minnesota game and make their Week 14 picks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has landed a top-tier quarterback in the class of 2025. Four-star Carter Smith announced his commitment to the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss what Smith brings to Madison and what it could mean for the other QBs on the roster moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin lost to Nebraska for the first time in 12 years. Zach and Jesse discuss what went right and wrong in Lincoln, including a good day for Braedyn Locke, struggles on defense and some questionable coaching decisions. They also get into some listener questions that focus on the future of the program and whether Mike Tressel will be back as DC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Wisconsin is headed to Nebraska this Saturday. Zach and Jesse preview the game and what needs to happen for the Badgers to win. Then they jump into Jaylen Williams flipping from Michigan, whether Cole LaCrue is just the first of several QBs heading to the portal, whether you'd rather be in Matt Rhule or Luke Fickell's situation and they close with their Week 13 picks.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell met the media on Monday for the first time since firing offensive coordinator Phil Longo. Zach and Jesse talk about how feisty Fickell was and some of his answers/non-answers to what is next for the team's offense. They also play some Overreaction, er No?, including Braedyn Locke still being he unquestioned starting quarterback. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Wisconsin has fired offensive coordinator Phil Longo. Zach is joined by Ben Kenney to discuss the breaking news.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers fell short in their upset bid of No. 1 Oregon. Zach and Jesse talk about what went right and wrong against the Ducks, and then get into some listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.