Locked On Badgers

Wisconsin Badgers ramp up spending to challenge Big Ten rivals—can budget increases finally propel the program to elite status? Ryan Harings and Curtis Holland tackle the real impact of Ted Kellner’s plans, discussing program alignment and the critical role of NIL and transfer portal moves for immediate success. Is the university truly set for a spending transformation, or will old habits reassert themselves if results lag? Key topics include the blame pie chart for Wisconsin’s football struggles, the intense scrutiny on Luke Fickle, and the implications of recruiting setbacks—such as the 2026 class decommits. Curtis Holland provides insider insights on coaching staff evaluations, offensive line woes, and the challenge of rebuilding momentum against Illinois and Minnesota. Will increased resources and portal strategy deliver the breakthrough Badgers fans crave, or does a make-or-break offseason loom larger than ever? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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Film Study SHOWS why the PASSING GAME FALTERED against IU | Where can Carter Smith get BETTER? WISCONSIN BADGERS' passing offense hits rock bottom against Indiana, but is the blame shared equally across quarterback, coordinator, and receivers? Ryan Harings breaks down every passing play from true freshman CARTER SMITH's first start, exposing critical failures in JEFF GRIMES' play-calling, receiver separation issues, and the quarterback's processing speed. The film analysis reveals missed opportunities with Trech Kekahuna running wide open and questions why Grimes didn't design more rollouts to utilize Smith's athleticism. On the defensive side, true freshmen MASON POSTA and COOPER CATALANO are transforming the pass rush, while DARYL PETERSON has become unblockable regardless of matchup. The discussion covers tackling breakdowns by safeties, the loss of PRESTON ZACHMAN's reliability, and what must change for the crucial ILLINOIS game. With DARION DUPRE needing to step up and aggressive fourth-down decisions re

TOO NEGATIVE | Am I being TOO HARD on the Wisconsin Badgers after a TOUGH loss to the HOOSIERS? Wisconsin Badgers football's offensive collapse sparks heated debate about expectations and accountability. Is 22 yards in a second half ever acceptable for a Big Ten program? Ryan Harings defends his critical stance on the Badgers' performance against Indiana, addressing listener pushback about being too negative despite the team's three-win season. The discussion examines Wisconsin's historically bad offense, ranking second-worst in the nation ahead of only Massachusetts with just 12.4 points per game. Key topics include Luke Fickle's success maintaining team effort through adversity, the balance between developing young talent like Mason Posa and Gideon Ituka versus playing struggling veterans, and quarterback coach Kenny Guyton's first-year challenges with injuries to Billy Edwards and limited options. Harings analyzes whether the Badgers can win their remaining games against Illinois and Minnesota, highlights

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INDIANA HOOSIERS stun the college football world with a historic #2 ranking while WISCONSIN BADGERS fight for survival. Can LUKE FICKELL save his job, and will CURT CIGNETTI's $11.6 million extension prove worth it? JACOB GOINS and RYAN HARINGS break down the dramatic coaching decisions reshaping both programs, with FICKELL earning a lifeline after breaking a six-game losing streak and CIGNETTI becoming college football's third highest-paid coach. The discussion covers FERNANDO MENDOZA's Heisman-caliber performance against PENN STATE, WISCONSIN's defensive strategy featuring MASON REIGER's elite pass rush, and true freshman quarterback CARTER SMITH's debut. Key topics include INDIANA's playoff implications, injury management decisions, and the 29.5-point spread that reflects these programs' stunning role reversal. The conversation shifts to basketball, where both teams have completely transformed their offensive identities. WISCONSIN embraces a high-octane three-point attack under GREG GARD, while INDIANA dro

Big Ten playoff hopes hang in the balance as conference chaos continues. How many teams will crash the College Football Playoff party?Ten Big Ten podcast hosts break down the latest rankings and deliver predictions for Week 12's crucial matchups. The discussion covers Iowa's historic struggles on the West Coast ahead of their USC showdown, Michigan State's defensive collapse against Penn State, and Wisconsin's upset victory over Washington that featured their punter as the leading passer. Ohio State's dominance stands in stark contrast to Indiana's nail-biting wins, while Michigan prepares for a sloppy Wrigley Field battle against Northwestern.Key analysis includes Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski's first three-loss season ever, Michigan State backup Alessio Milivojevic's 300-yard passing debut, and why the Oregon-USC game could be a playoff elimination matchup. The hosts debate SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey's bold playoff predictions and whether two-loss Big Ten teams deserve postseason spots.Tune in for exper

CORNER TURNED? Brian Smith SHOCKED by Wisconsin Badgers PERFORMANCE and RECRUITING! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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EXCLUSIVE Ben Wenzel JOINS the show! '26 Badgers COMMIT talks about his game and his recruitment! Wenzel talks about Coach Luke Fickell and the talent at ILB with Mason Posa and Cooper Catalano. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

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What NOW? Jon McNamara JOINS to talk about Luke FICKELL and the FUTURE of the Wisconsin program! WISCONSIN BADGERS face a crossroads as Athletic Director CHRIS MCINTOSH doubles down on head coach LUKE FICKELL despite a disappointing 5-7 season. Is this decision the right move, or has the program lost touch with its fan base? JOHN MCNAMARA from 247Sports breaks down the growing disconnect between CAMP RANDALL faithful and the athletic department, examining MCINTOSH's controversial messaging strategy and what structural changes could salvage the program. The conversation covers critical recruiting implications for the 2026 class, the urgent need for a transfer portal quarterback beyond CARTER SMITH, and why hiring a dedicated in-state recruiting coordinator could be the low-hanging fruit WISCONSIN desperately needs. MCNAMARA reveals insider discussions about potential organizational restructuring, including bringing in a general manager to oversee football operations, and explains why FICKELL and MCINTOSH are n

QB CHANGE! Can Danny O'Neil or Carter Smith MOVE the Wisconsin BADGERS forward? Wisconsin Badgers football faces a critical crossroads as the program struggles through its worst season in decades. Should they return to Barry Alvarez's run-first, in-state recruiting formula, or can they succeed with a modern approach? Ryan Harings and Rajeev from the Bucky Report dissect whether injuries or coaching deserve more blame for the team's collapse, debate imminent quarterback changes between Danny O'Neill and Carter Smith, and predict significant staff turnover affecting multiple coordinators. The discussion shifts to Wisconsin Badgers basketball, where Nolan Winter's development and the team's defensive regression under Greg Gard create concerns about the program's identity shift from Bo Ryan's defensive-minded era. Key topics include offensive line improvements against Oregon, the exodus of four-star quarterbacks from the program, and whether coaching consistency matters more than scheme changes. Tune in for hones

BACK IN 26! Chris McIntosh ANNOUNCES Luke Fickell will be the HC in 2026 for the Wisconsin Badgers! "Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SupplyHouse Join the free TradeMaster program today and score serious perks like priority shipping, lower prices, and a dedicated support line. Visit https://www.supplyhouse.com/apply-for-trademaster to sign up for free and use promo code SHCOLLEGE5 for 5% off your first order. Square To learn more, go support your favorite neighborhood spot and see what Square has been up to in your neck of the woods. And then if you have extra time, check out https://square.com/go/lockedoncollege Peloton Let yourself run, lift, flex, and push forward. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ today at https://www.onepeloton.com. PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE DoorDash With DoorDash Streak

The Ohio State Buckeyes, Indiana Hoosiers and Oregon Ducks are all representing the Big Ten well in the first edition of the College Football Playoff rankings. What do the rankings say about the state of the conference? Then, a Week 11 preview covering the biggest games set to take place this weekend. Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/talkbig10 Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…

SHOWDOWN: Washington Huskies INVADE Camp Randall Wisconsin DESPERATELY Seeks First Big Ten Victory! WASHINGTON HUSKIES face WISCONSIN BADGERS at Camp Randall Stadium in a Big Ten clash that could define both teams' seasons. Can the struggling Badgers pull off the upset, or will the Huskies' explosive offense prove too much? ROMAN TOMASHOFF and RYAN HARINGS break down WISCONSIN's three-year quarterback injury curse, DEMOND WILLIAMS JR.'s dual-threat capabilities, and how weather conditions might neutralize WASHINGTON's talent advantage. The discussion covers JONAH COLEMAN and DENZEL BOSTON's impact on the Huskies' offense, WISCONSIN's desperate need for momentum under COACH LUKE FICKELL, and why WASHINGTON's 0-7 road record last season raises concerns. Key topics include DANNY O'NEAL's likely start at quarterback for the Badgers, freshman standouts MASON POSA and DESMOND ROEBUCK, and the turnover battle that could determine this game's outcome. Discover the strategic keys for both teams and predictions for thi