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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…
Episodes
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Basketball Split Week vs Ohio State & Iowa | Spring Football & 2027 Recruiting
Wisconsin Basketball had a split week — a road loss at Ohio State followed by a strong bounce-back win over Iowa at the Kohl Center. What does it mean for the…
The Bucky ReportDream Week Changes EVERYTHING for Wisconsin Basketball | 5 Offensive Players to Watch in Spring!
Wisconsin basketball may have just flipped its entire season in ONE week. After sitting on the NCAA Tournament bubble, the Badgers delivered a dream week with…
The Bucky ReportRajeev's Corner: Badgers Heating Up: Real Progress, Real Hope, Real March Upside
Wisconsin basketball may be hitting its stride at exactly the right time. In this episode of Rajeev’s Corner, we dive into the Badgers’ late-season surge and…
The Bucky ReportFootball Spring Stock Market! + Are the Badgers Slipping Toward the Bubble?
Wisconsin basketball suffered a tough loss to Indiana, and now the question is getting louder — are the Badgers drifting toward the NCAA Tournament bubble? We…
The Bucky ReportMAKE or BREAK February for Wisconsin Basketball | Badgers Big Ten Breakdown
On this week’s Bucky Report, we dive deep into Wisconsin basketball’s brutal February schedule and explain why the next seven games are truly make-or-break for…
The Bucky ReportReading the Schedule Tea Leaves + Another NIL Line Gets Crossed
First, a quick reaction to Wisconsin basketball’s win over Minnesota — an insane game that ended up in a win?? Then, the Wisconsin football schedule is…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Football Optimism: Real Progress or Just Hype? + Basketball Midseason Check-In
Is the optimism around Wisconsin football actually real — or are fans getting caught up in the hype? In this episode, we take a deep dive into why positivity…
The Bucky ReportRajeev's Corner: Let's Ride This Momentum!! Wisconsin Football and Basketball
I’m leaning all the way into the optimism on this episode of Rajeev’s Corner. Wisconsin football feels like it has real momentum coming out of the transfer…
The Bucky ReportROSTER REALITY CHECK: 2026 Position Confidence Ratings & Portal Additions
The transfer portal window has closed, so it’s time for a Roster Reality Check. We go position by position through the Wisconsin Badgers football roster and…
The Bucky ReportRajeev's Corner: College Football Governance War - CSC Participation Agreement & Playoff Format Chaos
On tonight’s Rajeev’s Corner, I’m digging into the College Sports Commission Participation Agreement — why it’s being called a power grab, why some states are…
The Bucky ReportBadgers Shock No.2 Michigan + Transfer Portal Breakdown | Wisconsin Football New Additions & Needs
Wisconsin Badgers fans, we’re breaking it all down after a massive road win for Wisconsin basketball at Michigan and a busy stretch for Wisconsin football in…
The Bucky ReportRajeev’s Corner: The Portal Momentum Wisconsin Needed
In this episode of Rajeev’s Corner, I talk through how the Badgers have handled the portal so far, what “showing the money” actually looks like, and why…
The Bucky ReportRoster Roulette: Who’s In, Who’s Out as the Transfer Portal Opens
The college football transfer portal is open, and Wisconsin football is in the middle of another critical roster reset. In this episode of Roster Roulette, we…
The Bucky ReportRajeev’s Corner: A Program Out of Sync
College football has changed — and the programs that thrive are the ones that are aligned, organized, and communicating clearly at every level. In this episode…
The Bucky ReportWhat Present Would You Give Fickell? | Volleyball Heartbreak | Basketball Comes Up Short!
It’s a holiday-themed Badger check-in with plenty to unpack. We start with a fun but honest question: if you could give Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin football…
The Bucky ReportRajeev's Corner: Why I’m Not Panicking About Wisconsin Basketball
The Nebraska loss wasn’t pretty, but it doesn’t tell the whole story. In this Rajeev’s Corner, I dive into why I’m not panicking about Greg Gard, what context…
The Bucky ReportVolleyball to the Final Four! | Fickell Transfer Portal Drama | Wisconsin Basketball Crushed
Badger volleyball is headed to the Final Four, delivering one of the program’s biggest moments of the season. At the same time, Wisconsin basketball suffered a…
The Bucky ReportRajeev's Corner: Playoffs, Portals & the Price of Loyalty
College football is changing fast. In this episode of Rajeev’s Corner, I dive into what the transfer portal is doing to the sport, what loyalty really means…
The Bucky ReportAll In or All Talk?! Wisconsin’s Make-or-Break Portal Window | Needs By Position!
Wisconsin football enters a defining transfer portal offseason, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. On this episode of The Bucky Report, we go position by…
The Bucky ReportWhat Really Happened with Amari Latimer’s Flip?! Full 2026 Class Coverage & Recruiting Superlatives!
In today's SPECIAL episode of The Bucky Report, we break down the wild finish to Wisconsin’s recruiting class — including Amari Latimer’s last-minute flip to…
The Bucky ReportRajeev's Corner: Can Wisconsin Fix Its Gameday Energy? Camp Randall & The Kohl Center
Tonight on Rajeev’s Corner, I’m breaking down the gameday atmosphere at Camp Randall and the Kohl Center—what’s working, what isn’t, and why Wisconsin needs…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Brutal Weekend: Axe Game Failure in Minnesota + Hoops Exposed!
Wisconsin fans just suffered one of the toughest weekends in recent memory. The Badgers closed the football season with a brutal loss to Minnesota in the Axe…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers! THE BATTLE FOR THE AXE! Preview & Predictions
The last game of the regular season is upon us, and its a massive one for Luke Fickell and the Wisconsin Badgers football team. The annual battle for Paul…
The Bucky ReportRajeev’s Corner: The Axe, The Resurgence, The Moment
It’s rivalry week in Madison, and Wisconsin vs. Minnesota brings all the emotion, history, and intensity you expect from the battle for Paul Bunyan’s Axe…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Pounds Illinois! Badgers Send a Message in Madison | Luke Fickell Deserves Credit!
Wisconsin football finally delivered the dominant performance fans have been waiting for, hammering Illinois in a statement win that showcased real progress…
The Bucky ReportWill Carter Smith Finally Get the Offense Rolling? | Wisconsin Badgers vs. Illinois Preview
It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down the penultimate game of the season, a home game against Bret Bielema and the Illinois Fighting…
The Bucky ReportRajeev's Corner: CFP politics heating up, and the Badgers spending big next year??
On tonight’s Rajeev’s Corner, I’m breaking down the Big Ten’s push for a power-weighted College Football Playoff model and what that stance means for the…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin vs Indiana Fallout: Carter Smith’s Debut, Silver Linings & Badgers Hoops 3–0 Start
The Wisconsin Badgers just got thumped 31–7 by No. 2 Indiana on the road, dropping to 3–7 in a season that’s testing everyone’s patience — but it wasn’t all…
The Bucky ReportCan This Defense Keep Performing? | Wisconsin Badgers vs. Indiana Hoosiers Preview!
It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down what may be the toughest game of the year for the Wisconsin Badgers, a road trip to the #2…
The Bucky ReportRajeev’s Corner: AUDIO ONLY All-22 Observations! — Washington Edition
In this week’s episode of Rajeev’s Corner, I dive into the All-22 film from the Washington game to spotlight the players who truly stood out, the defensive…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers GET THE WIN! Relief, Redemption & What It Means for Luke Fickell
The Wisconsin Badgers are back in the win column — and it feels so good! 🏈 After weeks of frustration, Wisconsin finally broke through with a huge win over…
The Bucky ReportRajeev's Corner: AUDIO ONLY Show with Rajeev's thoughts on Chris McIntosh's Announcement
Chris McIntosh breaks his silence — confirming Luke Fickell will remain Wisconsin’s head coach in 2026. In this first edition of Rajeev’s Corner, I share my…
The Bucky ReportLuke Fickell Will Remain Head Coach of Wisconsin Badgers in 2026, AD Chris McIntosh Announces!!
Athletic Director Chris McIntosh has made it clear that Luke Fickell will remain as head coach of the Wisconsin Badgers in 2026! So much to unpack about his…
The Bucky ReportWho Will Start at Quarterback? | Wisconsin Badgers vs. Washington Huskies Keys and Predictions!
It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s home matchup after the bye week against the Washington Huskies! We’ll dive into our…
The Bucky ReportSORRY FOR LATE UPLOAD! Wisconsin Badgers 2025-26 Basketball Outlook | Schedule, Roster, Superlatives!
Welcome back to the Bucky Report, where we dive deep into everything you need to know about the Wisconsin Badgers men’s basketball team heading into the…
The Bucky ReportFresh Faces Lead the Way | Wisconsin Badgers vs. Oregon Ducks | Offense Still a Mess
The youth movement is officially on. Wisconsin may have fallen to Oregon, but The Future was on full display; and for once, Badger fans left feeling a little…
The Bucky ReportWill the Badgers Score A Point?? Wisconsin vs. Oregon Preview | 3 Big Things & Predictions!
It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s big road matchup against Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks. We’ll dive into our 3…
The Bucky ReportFickell Backed by Administration?! — Badgers Shutout 34-0 by Ohio State! PLUS: Hoops Talk!
The Wisconsin Badgers were hammered 34-0 by Ohio State — and yet the administration is signaling full support for head coach Luke Fickell and committing to big…
The Bucky ReportIs This Luke Fickell's Last Game?? Wisconsin vs. Ohio St Preview | 3 Big Things & Predictions!
It’s Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s massive matchup with Ohio State. We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss where…
The Bucky Report37-0 DISASTER!: Is Fickell Finished??! | Wisconsin Badgers vs Iowa Hawkeyes
Wisconsin football has officially hit rock bottom. After a humiliating 37-0 loss to Iowa, the Badgers look completely broken — and the Luke Fickell era may…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers vs. Iowa Hawkeyes! It's Now or Never for Luke Fickell! BADGER BLUEPRINT
The Wisconsin Badgers face a major test in a rivalry game this weekend against the Iowa Hawkeyes! Can Luke Fickell get a signature win? Can we take back the…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Lose 24-10: Simmons Debut, Questionable Coaching & Defensive Silver Linings
Wisconsin’s 24–10 loss at Michigan may have added another “L” to the record, but it also gave us our first real look at Hunter Simmons running this Badger…
The Bucky ReportCan the Wisconsin Badgers Shock Michigan? | 3 Big Things & Score Predictions
It’s Badger Blueprint time — and we’re breaking down Wisconsin’s massive matchup with Michigan. Can the Badgers find a real path to victory? We’ll dive into…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Football at a Crossroads: The Way Back to the Top
Wisconsin football stands at a crossroads in 2025. After a rocky start under Luke Fickell, fans are asking the hard questions: where do the Badgers go from…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin’s Meltdown vs Maryland: Offensive Freefall, Special Teams Disasters & What Now Fickell?
Wisconsin just suffered a brutal 27–10 home loss to Maryland that spiraled from special teams disasters to offensive breakdowns. We’re unpacking how it…
The Bucky ReportA MUST WIN! Wisconsin Badgers vs. Maryland Terrapins Preview | 3 Big Things and Score Predictions!
Wisconsin’s matchup with Maryland is here, and on this week’s Badger Blueprint preview show we’re breaking down the biggest keys that will decide the game…
The Bucky ReportAlabama Crushes the Wisconsin Badgers 38-14 | What’s Next for Luke Fickell & the Badgers?
The Wisconsin Badgers went into Tuscaloosa hoping to prove themselves against Alabama, but instead walked away with a humbling 38-14 defeat. Luke Fickell is…
The Bucky ReportBadger Blueprint: 3 Big Things Wisconsin Must Do to Upset Alabama + Score Predictions!
Wisconsin’s clash with Alabama is almost here, and it’s time for our 3 Big Things—the three keys that will determine how the Badgers can pull off a massive…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Flip the Script: O’Neil’s Breakout & Defense Dominate MTSU. O-Line woes continue
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…
The Bucky ReportCollege Football Picks Week 2 | 4-0 Last Week!! Ole Miss vs Kentucky, Illinois vs Duke, AND MORE!
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…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin vs Middle Tennessee St Preview | 3 Big Things & Score Predictions | Badgers Football 2025
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…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Football Week 1: QB Injury, Defensive Dominance & Position Grades!!
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…
The Bucky ReportSaturday Locks: Notre Dame vs Miami, Texas vs Ohio State & More | College Football Week 1 Picks
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…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin vs Miami (OH) Preview | 3 Big Things & Score Predictions | Badgers Football 2025
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…
The Bucky ReportTHE SEASON IS HERE! 2025 Wisconsin Badgers Football Preview & Prediction SPECIAL!
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…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Football Fall Camp Week 3: Standout Performances, Injury Concerns, and Listener Q&A
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…
The Bucky Report2025 Preview - Wisconsin Badgers vs. Iowa Hawkeyes KNOW YOUR FOE Series
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…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Week 2 Camp Recap: DB Standouts, Pass Rush Boost, and OL Shake-Up! OSEN JOINS!
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…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers vs. Maryland Terrapins 2025 Football Preview - KNOW YOUR FOE Series
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…
The Bucky ReportWisconsin Badgers Week 1 Practice Recap: Insider Intel from Camp with Osen & Kocorowski
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…