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Wisconsin Badgers fans experienced a true tale of two halves at Camp Randall as the Badgers powered past Middle Tennessee 42-10. The first half was filled with miscues and missed chances, with Wisconsin holding only a slim 14-10 lead at the break. But everything changed after halftime. Quarterback Danny O’Neil stole the spotlight in his first start, going 23-for-27 with 283 yards and 3 touchdowns,...

Back after a perfect 4-0 week to kick off the season! 🔥 On today’s show, we’re breaking down some of the biggest Week 2 college football matchups and giving you betting insights you won’t want to miss. We cover: Ole Miss vs Kentucky – SEC showdown and revenge angle Illinois at Duke – Trench warfare meets explosive new offense And 2 more picks on top of those! I’ll go through key players, betting...

The Wisconsin Badgers take on Middle Tennessee St this week, and we’re breaking it all down. In this episode of The Bucky Report, we share our 3 biggest keys to the game and give our official score predictions for the Badgers vs. Blue Raiders! Can Luke Fickell’s Badgers build off of week 1? What happens with the offensive line woes we saw last week? And the biggest story of all...Danny O'Neil will...

Wisconsin Badgers Football led by head coach Luke Fickell opened the 2025 season with a 17–0 shutout win over Miami (OH), but it didn’t come without drama. Starting QB Billy Edwards went down with an injury, forcing back-up Danny O’Neil into action. Meanwhile, the defense dominated from start to finish, showcasing depth across the defensive line and linebacker groups. In this episode of The Bucky...

Welcome to Saturday Locks, the newest show on the channel that's focused entirely on college football betting picks! Each week we’re breaking down the biggest matchups and giving you our best bets against the spread. In Week 1, we’re diving into some monster showdowns: Notre Dame vs Miami – Can freshman CJ Carr handle the spotlight against Carson Beck and the Hurricanes? Texas vs Ohio State – Arch...

Get ready for Wisconsin’s season opener! 🦡 The Badgers take on Miami (OH) this week, and we’re breaking it all down. In this episode of The Bucky Report, we share our 3 biggest keys to the game and give our official score predictions for Wisconsin vs Miami (OH). Can Luke Fickell’s Badgers set the tone for the 2025 season? What matchups will define the game? And how confident should fans feel head...

The wait is over… Wisconsin Football 2025 is finally here!!! Badger fans, it’s time to lock in our bold predictions for the season ahead. On this special episode of The Bucky Report, we break down everything you need to know: game-by-game forecasts, breakout stars, record predictions, and where the Badgers fit into the Big Ten picture. From offensive firepower to defensive standouts, we cover the...

Week 3 of Wisconsin football fall camp is here, and we’ve got plenty to cover. Some Badgers are turning heads with standout performances, while a string of injuries is creating concerns heading into the season opener. We’ll talk about the players making the biggest impact, how the depth chart is shifting, and what the injuries mean for Luke Fickell’s squad. To wrap things up, we’ll answer your lis...

In this week's edition of the Know Your Foe series, we take a closer look at the Wisconsin Badgers matchup against the rival Iowa Hawkeyes! The Badgers will host Iowa in a game where Luke Fickell and his team will be out for revenge after getting beaten down last year in Iowa City! We are joined by Trent Condon from Locked on Hawkeyes! Help The Bucky Report get some feedback! We would appreciate a...

Week 2 of Wisconsin Badgers fall camp delivered plenty of headlines as position battles heat up and new faces step into the spotlight. Running back Darrion Dupree continues to impress with consistent production, while Louisville transfer Mason Reiger is showing immediate pass-rush impact. Freshman wide receiver Eugene Hilton is making a strong push for early playing time, and the tight end room is...

In this week's edition of the Know Your Foe series, we take a closer look at the Wisconsin Badgers matchup against the Maryland Terrapins. The Badgers will host Maryland in what is a must win game for Luke Fickell. Losing is really not an option! Thanks to the guys from the Under The Shell Podcast for sharing their perspective. Follow the show on Twitter: https://x.com/TheBuckyReport Follow Rajeev...

Week 1 of Badgers fall camp is in the books — and we've got everything you need to know. We're joined by Nick Osen (247Sports) and Jake Kocorowski (Badger Observer), two of the top reporters covering Wisconsin football, who were both in attendance for every practice this week. In this episode of The Bucky Report, we dive deep into: Biggest standouts from the first week of practice The most intense...

In this week's edition of the Know Your Foe series, we take a closer look at the Wisconsin Badgers matchup against the defending national champions Ohio State Buckeyes! The Badgers will host OSU in what will surely be one of the most difficult games of the 2025 campaign. We are joined by Eric Boggs from The OHIO Podcast! The OHIO Podcast Link: https://www.youtube.com/@theohiopodcast Follow the sho...

Who will dominate the Wisconsin Badgers’ stat sheet in 2025? In this episode of The Bucky Report, we predict the leaders in EVERY major statistical category—rushing yards, rushing touchdowns, explosive runs, receiving yards, receiving touchdowns, YAC, sacks, tackles for loss, interceptions, and even who plays the most snaps this season. We break down: ✅ Which running back takes the rushing crown...

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. Drop your...

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 le...

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’ offens...

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! Three Glasses of...

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 ju...

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 en...

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. Blue Raider Podcast Link: https://www.youtube.com/@UCbqauZQx1MvHekAbJbj1bD...

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...

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! Subscribe and stay locked in to The Bucky...

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 famili...

This week, we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s roster with a simple question at every position: What do we feel great about… and what worries us most? From quarterback confidence to defensive depth, we hit all the highs and lows as we head into summer. We also dig into the recent NCAA violations involving the Badgers — what really happened, and how serious is it? Plus, new 2026 commits give us plenty...