Locked On Badgers

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