IKE Badgers Podcast

Today we welcome Braelon Allen to the show. For those that don’t know Braelon, he’s the present, he’s the future, and most importantly, he’s up next at Wisconsin as an impact runningback / defensive hybrid for the Badgers. He also happens to be the first EVER high school player to be invited on the IKE Badgers Podcast, if that gives you any indication for how excited we are about this young man, j...

Army did not play spoiler as many thought they would. They did run the ball a lot (as expected), and so did Wisconsin. Freshman RB Braelon Allen looked good again and the defense held on long enough for Wisconsin to sneak out the victory at home. Welcome back, and thank you for listening. On Wisconsin. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on  Spotify  and  Apple Podcasts &nbs...

Welcome back! In today's episode, Coach Riley touches on the Wisconsin - Illinois game and previews the Wisconsin - Army matchup. Can the Badgers defense contain the Black Knights' triple option? Join the conversation and let us know what you think. Thank you to those who have served. Want to support the show? - Subscribe today, leave a 5-star review, and tell a friend! That is the #1 way to help...

Today Mike Maskalunas joins the show. For those that don’t know Mike, he’s an impact linebacker at Wisconsin, rocking the cowboy collar and making impact plays for Jim Leonard’s defense. We’re gonna cover all of that and more. My name is KJ Eichstaedt, we’re here with Mike Maskalunas, and you are listening to the IKE Badgers Podcast. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Apple...

Bret Bielema did not get his revenge on Wisconsin. Instead, the Badgers shutout his offense and handed Illinois a 24-0 loss on their home field. We discuss the game, the defense, Braelon Allen, and more (including the developing Jalen Berger story). Welcome back, and thank you for listening. On Wisconsin. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on  Spotify  and  Apple Podcasts &...

Welcome back! In today's episode, Coach Riley touches on the Wisconsin - Michigan game and previews the Wisconsin - Illinois matchup. Can the Badgers beat former head coach Bret Bielema? Join the conversation and let us know what you think. Want to support the show? - Subscribe today, leave a 5-star review, and tell a friend! That is the #1 way to help us grow. Looking for more content? Listen to...

Chris Orr returns with another appearance in Episode 6. Known as a leader of men and one of the best linebackers to ever play at Wisconsin, Chris joined the Carolina Panthers where he's competing to live out his dreams. Chris was one of the first athletes to join the IKE Badgers Podcast in early 2020, so we're very appreciative of him continuing to take the time to talk with us and all of you. &nb...

As if it couldn't get any worse, it did. Michigan came into Madison and pummelled the Wisconsin Badgers 38-17 on their home turf, sending QB Graham Mertz to the hospital in the process. In today's episode, we go off. There needs to be accountability and we dive into what needs to be done, because this ship is sinking. Believe it or not, the Badgers are off to their worst start in 30 years... &nbsp...

Welcome back! In today's episode, meet Coach Riley as he previews the Wisconsin - Michigan game this weekend and discusses what Wisconsin can take away from the Notre Dame debacle.  Want to support the show? - Subscribe today, leave a 5-star review, and tell a friend! That is the #1 way to help us grow.  Looking for more content? Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on  Spoti...

Eric Burrell joins the show for Episode 5. For those that don’t know Eric, he’s been a crown jewel in the Wisconsin secondary for so many years delivering hard hits and exciting plays and he now joins us having gone through camp with the New Orleans Saints in the NFL. Today, we tell his story. My name is KJ Eichstaedt, we’re here with Eric Burrell, and you are listening to the IKE Badgers Podcast....

The HIGHLY anticipated Wisconsin - Notre Dame matchup at Soldier Field did not go as planned. Jack Coan and the fighting Irish laid down the hammer and Graham Mertz self-destructed, turning the ball over 5 times. In what was a very winnable game at halftime, turned into a rout. Are changes needed in Madison? We discuss the game and what’s next for the Badgers. Welcome back, and thank you for liste...

Tyler Biadasz joins us for Episode 4. For those that don’t know Tyler, he’s part of the longstanding tradition of excellence in Madison that has helped earn the program the nickname of OLU. Like Pete Konz, Travis Frederick, and many more before him, Tyler has left his legacy in madison and fulfilled his dream of playing in the NFL, being drafted by the Dallas Cowboys. It’s been a great story so fa...

Isaiahh Loudermilk, former Wisconsin and current Pittsburgh Steelers DE joins us for Episode 3. For those that don’t know Isaiaahh he’s been a huugge defensive force in the Wisconsin program these last several years, showing up near 6’7 and nearly 300 poounds, anchoring Jim Leonard’s defense and occupying blockers in the trenches to free up guys like Jack Sanborn, Zack Baun, and Nick Herbig to mak...

A week after falling to Penn State in the season opener, Wisconsin gets back on track against Eastern Michigan at home. The runningbacks stole the show and we dive into the recap talking offense, defense, and all thing Badgers. Thank you for joining, we do our Good Badgers/Bad Badgers segment, preview Notre Dame, and more. On Wisconsin. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify and Ap...

We're joined in the 2nd episode of Badgers & Friends by Zack Baun. For those that don’t know Zack, he's the rising linebacker on the New Orleans Saints, taking on the Packers in Week 1. We’re going to cover his journey to Madison, to the NFL, to working in the community, to mentoring  the young guys and so much more.  My name is KJ Eichstaedt, we’re here with Zack Baun, and you are l...

We're back with another great episode of the IKE Badgers Podcast. Week 1 didn't go as planned. Badgers lost 10-16 to Penn St at home. We dive into what happened. Did Graham Mertz his rock bottom? Where was the creativity on offensive? Listen in, on the best Badgers talk on the internet and find out what we think. And remember, On Wisconsin. Listen to Season 1 of Badgers & Friends on Spotify an...

It's Wisconsin Badgers Football Season. We're back with another great episode of the IKE Badgers Podcast. Today, we dive into the season preview. Who should Badger fans pay close attention to, strong position groups, and areas of concern. Is Graham Mertz a Heisman candidate? Are the Badgers able to run the table? Listen in, on the best Badgers talk on the internet and find out what we think. And r...

After a brief break in the summer, we're back by popular demand with a fresh Season 2, just in time for the Wisconsin Badgers Football Season. The 1st episode of Badgers & Friends - Season 2 kicks off with Alec Ingold. For those that don’t know Alec, he’s the rising Fullback for the Las Vegas Raiders and a huge reason why Wisconsin is so highly respected when it comes to Runningbacks and a str...

Today we welcome Collin Larsh to the show. For those that don’t know Collin, he’s the Wisconsin Badgers kicker who happened to hit the game winning field goal vs Minnesota last season to return Paul Bunyan’s Axe to Madison. He also happens to love helping people. We’re going to cover all of that.  My name is KJ Eichstaedt, we’re here with Collin Larsh, and you are listening to the IKE Badgers...

Today we're excited to welcome Hayden Rucci to the show. For those that don’t know Hayden, he’s a 6’5 athletic Tight End that looks to follow in the footsteps of guys like Travis Beckum, Garret Graham, Owen Daniels, Lance Kendricks, Troy Fumagali, Jake Ferguson, in a long list of talented Badger tight ends. Hayden also happens to be the older brother of Nolan Rucci, the incoming offensive lineman...

Today we welcome John Chenal to the show. For those that don’t know John, he’s a huge reason why Wisconsin is so highly respected when it comes to Runningbacks and a strong ground game. Lost behind the glory of every talented offensive line, lost behind the talent of the dynamic runningback is a fullback doing the dirty work, helping put those groups in position to succeed. A lot of what he does d...

Today we welcome Logan Bruss to the show. For those that don’t know Logan, he’s one of the most experienced Wisconsin lineman, with dozens of starts under his belt and mauling for guys like Jonathan Taylor. Today, we tell his story. My name is KJ Eichstaedt, we’re here with Logan Bruss, and you are listening to the IKE Badgers Podcast. Want to support the show - subscribe today and tell a friend!...

Today we're excited to welcome Scott Nelson to the show. For those that don’t know Scott, he’s a key member of the Wisconsin secondary, starting safety and helping provide cover on the back end for guys like Faion Hicks and Caesar Williams. After missing nearly all of 2019 with injury, he put up incredible numbers that, if pro-rated to 12 games, shake out to 8 Tackles for Loss, 4 Interceptions, 4...

Today we're extremely excited to welcome Joe Schobert to the show. For those that don’t know Joe, he has an incredible story of walking on at Wisconsin, making a name for himself on the defense, getting drafted by the Cleveland Browns, playing well enough to earn a nice second contract Jacksonville Jaguars as they look to revamp under Urban Meyer. We’re gonna cove all of that. My name is KJ Eichst...

Today we're excited to welcome Keeanu Benton to the show. For those that don’t know Keeanu, he’s a rising defensive lineman at Wisconsin, anchoring Jim Leonard’s defense and occupying blockers in the trenches to free up guys like Jack Sanborn, Zack Baun, and Nick Herbig to make plays. We’re gonna cover all of that and more. My name is KJ Eichstaedt, we’re here with Keeanu Benton, and you are liste...