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The Bucky Report
Welcome to The Bucky Report, your ultimate podcast destination for die-hard Wisconsin Badgers fans! Join your hosts, Rajeev Chhabra and Justin Julka, as they bring you passionate, authentic takes from a fan's perspective. Every week, Rajeev and Justin dive headfirst into the thrilling world of Wisconsin Badgers sports, delivering all the action, analysis, and opinions you crave. This podcast is built by fans, for fans!So, if you bleed cardinal and white, if Jump Around is your anthem, and if…
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Wisconsin vs. Iowa PREVIEW! A Culture-Defining Game for the Badgers | Full Preview & Predictions
It's Iowa Week, and this one feels bigger than just another game on the schedule. Wisconsin heads to Iowa City for a massive rivalry showdown with plenty at…
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HELMET STICKERS from the USC Game!
Each week, we hand out our Badger Helmet Stickers to the Wisconsin players who stood out the most. Big plays, big performances, and the guys who made the…
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Wisconsin HUMILIATES USC! Badgers Defense Delivers a Statement Win!
WHAT A WIN! Wisconsin delivers a massive statement, taking down No. 16 USC 24-7 behind an absolutely dominant defensive performance! Rajeev and Justin break…
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Can the Badgers Bounce Back After the UCLA Heartbreak?! Wisconsin vs. USC Preview!
Wisconsin heads back home looking to bounce back from a disappointing loss to UCLA, but a talented USC team stands in the way. Can the Badgers get back on…
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Was Wisconsin's Turnaround a Mirage? UCLA Loss Raises Serious Questions
Wisconsin's momentum came crashing down in a frustrating loss to UCLA, leaving Badger fans wondering if the team's recent turnaround was ever real. On today's…
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Wisconsin vs UCLA: A Chance to Prove They're for Real? | 3 Keys & Predictions
Are the Wisconsin Badgers finally turning the corner, or is there still plenty left to prove? On this week's Badger Blueprint, Rajeev and Justin preview…
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Can the Badgers Actually Be PLAYOFF Contenders? Midseason Grades & Predictions
Are the Wisconsin Badgers legitimate College Football Playoff contenders? With the Badgers heading into their bye week, it's time to take a hard look at just…
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Wisconsin CRUSHES Michigan State 31-3 — Are the Badgers Entering a New Era?
Wisconsin didn't just beat Michigan State — the Badgers dominated them 31-3 at Camp Randall. One week after an incredible 17-point comeback win at Penn State…
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Can Wisconsin Keep It Rolling?! 3 Keys vs. Michigan State
Wisconsin heads into another Big Ten matchup with momentum — but Michigan State presents a different kind of challenge. On this week’s Badger Blueprint, we…
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Wisconsin Helmet Stickers: The Players Who Took Over vs. Penn State
In our new show, each week, we hand out our Badger Helmet Stickers to the Wisconsin players who stood out the most. Big plays, big performances, and the guys…
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Wisconsin STUNS Penn State: Did This Win Change Everything for the Badgers?
Wisconsin just pulled off a massive road upset, stunning Penn State 24–20 in Happy Valley after falling behind 17–0. On today’s show, Rajeev and Justin break…
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Can the Badgers Pull Off the UPSET?!! | Wisconsin Badgers vs. Penn St Nittany Lions Preview
The Wisconsin Badgers face a massive challenge as they head to Happy Valley to take on the Penn State Nittany Lions! Can Luke Fickell and the Badgers pull off…
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Wisconsin Football FINALLY EXPLODES! 54 Points - Have the Badgers Turned a Corner?
Wisconsin Football finally EXPLODES! The Badgers put up 54 points in a dominant 54-10 victory over Eastern Michigan, delivering their most explosive offensive…
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Wisconsin Has Something to Prove vs. Eastern Michigan!! Wisconsin Badgers Preview
Wisconsin gets another opportunity to show growth as the Badgers prepare to take on Eastern Michigan. On this episode of Badger Blueprint, we break down the 3…
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So Why Does Wisconsin’s 36-9 Win Feel Like A WARNING?!
Wisconsin got the win over Western Illinois, 36-9 — but did the performance leave us with more concerns than confidence? On today’s show, we break down…
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Will Wisconsin Finally Dominate A Game Under Luke Fickell? Wisconsin Badgers vs. W. Illinois
Wisconsin Badgers football is back at Camp Randall as Wisconsin takes on Western Illinois. On this episode of Badger Blueprint, we break down the biggest keys…
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Wisconsin vs Notre Dame: Encouraging Signs, Familiar Problems! What Do We Know Now?
Wisconsin gave fans a real reason to believe for one half against Notre Dame, trailing just 13-10 at halftime before the game turned into an all-too-familiar…
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Can Wisconsin Shock Notre Dame?! 3 Keys to a Badgers Upset!
It’s finally game week. Wisconsin gets a massive early-season test against Notre Dame, and on this episode we break down exactly what the Badgers need to do to…
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HOW MANY GAMES WILL WISCONSIN WIN IN 2026? Full Season Preview & Predictions. Wisconsin Badgers
The 2026 Wisconsin Badgers football season is here, and it’s time for our full season preview and prediction show. We’re going game by game through Wisconsin’s…
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Can Wisconsin Take Back Paul Bunyan’s Axe? | Minnesota Golden Gophers KNOW YOUR FOE!
We wrap up our final Know Your Foe of the season with a full look at the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Special guest Curt from the Ski U Pod joins us to break down…
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Who is Wisconsin's Biggest X-Factor?! | 2026 Preseason Awards Wisconsin Badgers Football
Wisconsin football season is almost here, so it’s time to hand out our 2026 Preseason Awards! We’re making our picks for team MVP, breakout player, biggest…
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Will Wisconsin Get Crushed By Iowa Again? | Badgers vs Hawkeyes Preview
On this edition of Know Your Foe, we’re joined by Joel Kraushaar from the 12 Saturdays Podcast to break down the Iowa Hawkeyes heading into the 2026 season. We…
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Wisconsin Badgers Fall Camp Stock Report: Who’s Rising, and Who’s Falling?!
Wisconsin fall camp is heating up, and we’re taking stock of where things stand. Which Badgers have helped themselves the most over the last few weeks, and who…
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Wisconsin Fall Camp Buzz: Early Standouts, Position Battles & Insider Takeaways
Wisconsin fall camp is underway, and we’re breaking down everything we’ve seen, heard and learned through the first week. We’ll be joined by insiders who have…
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Will Pat Fitzgerald Turn Michigan State Football Around? | Wisconsin–MSU Preview
Can Pat Fitzgerald turn Michigan State around? We preview Wisconsin’s matchup with the Spartans, breaking down MSU’s biggest storylines, key players and what…
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Wisconsin Fall Camp Is Here! Biggest Storylines & Media Days Takeaways
Fall camp has officially arrived, and we're breaking down everything we learned from Big Ten Media Days before the Wisconsin Badgers hit the practice field. We…
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How Dangerous Is UCLA? Wisconsin’s Road Test Against the Bruins | KNOW YOUR FOE
How dangerous is UCLA in 2026? Zaid from Bruin Source joins us to break down the Bruins, the start of the Bob Chesney era, and what Luke Fickell’s Wisconsin…
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BIG TEN MEDIA DAYS! What We Learned About Wisconsin Football
Rajeev catches up with Badger247’s Nick Osen for a quick conversation from Big Ten Media Days in Chicago. They break down the latest Wisconsin football…
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Wisconsin Football 2026 Over/Unders: Are the Badgers Ready to Break Out?
The Wisconsin Badgers’ 2026 season is almost here—and it’s time to set the lines. On this episode of The Bucky Report, Rajeev and Justin make their picks on 24…
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Luke Fickell vs. Lincoln Riley: Can Wisconsin Take Down USC? KNOW YOUR FOE
It’s time to Know Your Foe as we take a deep dive into the USC Trojans ahead of their trip to Madison to face the Wisconsin Badgers in 2026. Ryan Dyrud from…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin’s Offense Has to Take Off in 2026!! — Full Preview, Depth Chart & Superlatives
Can Wisconsin’s offense finally take off in 2026? In this full Wisconsin football offensive preview, Rajeev and Justin break down Jeff Grimes’ system, what the…
The Bucky ReportPenn State Is COMPLETELY Different in 2026 | Wisconsin Football Know Your Foe
The Bucky Report continues the Wisconsin Football 2026 Know Your Foe series with a deep dive into the Penn State Nittany Lions! We’re joined by Andrew and…
The Bucky ReportIS WISCONSIN'S DEFENSE BUILT TO WIN? Full 2026 PREVIEW: Depth Chart, Breakout Stars, Questions!
Can Wisconsin’s defense become the backbone of the Badgers in 2026? Nick Osen from 247 Sports joins The Bucky Report for a complete Wisconsin Badgers football…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin vs Notre Dame Preview: Can Luke Fickell Shock the Irish at Lambeau?
Wisconsin football opens the 2026 season with a massive matchup against Notre Dame at Lambeau Field, and we’re kicking off our Know Your Foe series by breaking…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Football Pressure Points: Eichorst, Fickell, Colton Joseph & Schedule Confidence Ratings
On today’s episode of The Bucky Report, Rajeev and Justin break down the biggest Wisconsin Badgers football pressure points heading into the season. With new…
The Bucky ReportLuke Fickell: 2026 B1G Coach of the Year? FOOTBALL HOT TAKES + Greg Gard Lands Baboucarr Ann
This week on The Bucky Report, we react to Baboucarr Ann's commitment to Greg Gard and discuss why Wisconsin basketball recruiting is on one of its best runs…
The Bucky ReportWhy 2026 Feels Different for Wisconsin Football | 5 Reasons to Believe
Wisconsin football has plenty of skeptics heading into 2026, but there are also some very real reasons for optimism. In this episode of The Bucky Report, we…
The Bucky Report10 Tough Questions Facing Wisconsin Football + Recruiting Surge Continues
Wisconsin football is entering a pivotal season under Luke Fickell, but there are still some massive questions surrounding the future of the program. On…
The Bucky ReportBrendan Sorsby Bet on His Own Team… and the Judge Is Letting Him Play?
Brendan Sorsby placed over 9,000 bets totaling nearly $90,000, including wagers involving his own team… and he’s still allowed to play college football. How…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Recruiting Surge: Major Football & Basketball Commitments
Wisconsin Recruiting Surge: Two Big Wins... More Commits Next? Wisconsin recruiting is on a roll. On today's show, we break down a massive weekend for the…
The Bucky ReportCan Wisconsin Land More 2027 Stars? Official Visit Weekend 2 Preview
Official Visit Weekend 2 is here, and Wisconsin has another huge opportunity to build on the momentum that's been growing throughout the 2027 recruiting cycle…
The Bucky ReportWho Commits Next?! Wisconsin Badgers OV Weekend 1 Review
Official visit season is officially underway, and Wisconsin made a major statement with its first big recruiting weekend of the summer. On today's show, we're…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers HUGE OV Weekend Preview | Top 2027 Targets In Madison
Official visit season is officially HERE — and Wisconsin’s first massive OV weekend could shape the future of the 2027 class. On today’s show, we break down…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Football Recruiting: Breaking Down Top 2027 Defensive Targets & Official Visits
Wisconsin’s 2027 defensive recruiting board is starting to come into focus — and the message is clear: SPEED. LENGTH. VERSATILITY On today’s episode of The…
The Bucky ReportWhat's the Debate?? A 24-Team College Football Playoff is THE WAY TO GO | Rajeev's Corner
Is a 24-team College Football Playoff really that crazy… or is it exactly what this sport needs?! On this episode of Rajeev’s Corner, we dive deep into the…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Land MORE Talent! + FILM! | Why Luke Fickell's 2027 Class Feels Different
Wisconsin football recruiting is heating up in a BIG way as Luke Fickell and the Badgers continue building momentum in the 2027 recruiting class. On today’s…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin’s AD Search Begins | What The Badgers NEED In Their Next Leader
Wisconsin is searching for its next Athletic Director, and the stakes couldn’t be higher for the future of Badger athletics. On today’s episode of Rajeev's…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Biggest Fears: Football, Basketball & The Future
On today’s episode of The Bucky Report, we dive into our biggest concerns surrounding Wisconsin football, basketball, and the future of the athletic…
The Bucky ReportRajeev’s Corner: NBA FLOPPING Is Killing Basketball + NCAA Expansion Debate
On this episode of Rajeev’s Corner, we dive into one of the biggest problems facing the NBA today: flopping. Has the league become too dependent on foul…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Football Depth Chart 2026 (Post-Spring) + Positional Stock Up Stock Down
On today’s episode of The Bucky Report, we break down the Wisconsin Badgers post-spring depth chart and project the full 2-deep heading into summer. After…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Spring Football Verdict: Biggest Takeaways, Surprises & Concerns
SPECIAL GUEST: NICK OSEN from 247 Sports! The verdict is in on Wisconsin spring football. With spring practice wrapping up, we break down everything we’ve…
The Bucky ReportBadgers Reload: Transfer Portal Impact + Spring Football Confidence Rankings
Wisconsin basketball is officially in reload mode — but did the Badgers do enough in the transfer portal to take the next step? In today’s episode of The Bucky…
The Bucky ReportBadgers Hit Hard: MCINTOSH OUT! Blackwell Leaves, Hockey Heartbreak & Spring Football Updates
BREAKING NEWS: Chris McIntosh is stepping down as Athletic Director at Wisconsin. We will discuss this in detail on this show and provide any and all…
The Bucky ReportFickell’s Big Moment? Recruiting Explosion + Basketball Lands a PG!
Wisconsin Badgers football recruiting is SURGING in the 2027 class, and this week brought major additions including 4-star RB Kingston Allen and offensive line…
The Bucky ReportBadgers Football Reset or Hype? Iowa’s Run Sparks Gard Debate While Hockey Dominates
Wisconsin football is back on the field for spring practice — but is this a real reset under Luke Fickell, or just more offseason hype? In today’s episode, we…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin SHOCKED by High Point 😳 | Badgers Collapse in NCAA Tournament Disaster | SPRING FOOTBALL
Wisconsin’s March Madness run is over… and it ended in stunning fashion. In this episode of The Bucky Report, we break down the Badgers’ shocking loss to High…
The Bucky ReportSELECTION SUNDAY SPECIAL! Wisconsin’s Tourney Seed & Bracket Breakdown | B1G Talk | SPECIAL GUESTS
Selection Sunday is here and the Wisconsin Badgers will find out their final seed for March Madness! On this special episode of The Bucky Report, we react live…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin STUNS Purdue! Badgers Send Massive March Message | Football Recruiting Buzz
Wisconsin just delivered one of the biggest wins of the season, taking down the Purdue Boilermakers in a massive statement game — and we break down exactly…
The Bucky ReportWhy I LOVE the Big Ten’s 24-Team Playoff Plan + Greg Gard’s Underrated Greatness
In this episode of Rajeev’s Corner, I dive into the newly proposed 24-team College Football Playoff format backed by the Big Ten — and why I absolutely love…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Basketball: Real Contender or March Mirage? | Bracketology + Spring Football Talk!
Wisconsin basketball had an up-and-down week — a frustrating loss to Oregon followed by a dominant win over Washington. So which Badgers team is real? On…