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Ten questions facing the Wisconsin Badgers football team in 2022! Graham Mertz, Paul Chryst and more Jul 25, 2022

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The Wisconsin Badgers football team has several questions going into 2022. SaturdayTradition.com has their list of ten questions and we tackle them all. Lets start with Braelon Allen, what kind of sophmore season is in store for the star Wisconsin running back and why he might need a strong second running back to help take some of the load off of him. We discuss Graham Mertz and if he is capable of taking a big jump this season. We also discuss Chimere Dike and why he's certainly the Badgers #1 WR this year.

In the next segment, I talk about the ILB duo of Leo Chenel and Jack Sanborn leaving for the NFL and how the Badgers might replace them. I argue that there is no way for the Badgers to fully replace that dynamic duo, but Jordan Turner will be a star. I talk about the two rivalry games against Minnesota and Iowa -- and why I think the Badgers will beat the Gophers but lose to Iowa.

Finally on Locked On Badgers I talk about the potential strong start for the Badgers with three soft teams to play to begin the season and why Paul Chryst needs to let Graham Mertz throw the ball against bad teams. I also discuss why I wouldn't put a ton of stock in Bobby Engram turning the offense around in year one.

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A UCLA perspective on joining the Big Ten, what will the Bruins bring and why its a good move. Jul 22, 2022

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Joined by former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods, we discuss the big move by the UCLA Bruins to leave the PAC-12 and join the Big-10. What was it like hearing the news for the first time, and does the move make sense ? How can the move help UCLA and what will UCLA bring to the Big Ten. What about facilities, how will this move help the Bruins with NIL money and Olympic sports.

We discuss the Chip Kelly and how his coaching has evolved during his time within the game and how the Bruins will need to get better on the football field. Whats going to be different about playing schools like OSU, Wisconsin and PSU and why Big Ten fans are going to love their trips to LA.

Finally we talk about the schools and fan bases left behind and why its going to take a long time for UCLA to feel like a natural Big Ten school if ever. We discuss what Josh will miss about the Pac-12 and who the best Pac-12 schools are and what might become of them.

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How does the Ohio State Buckeyes football program look and how can the Wisconsin Badgers beat them ? Jul 21, 2022

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Join myself and Lavisse Smith as we preview the Ohio State Buckeyes football program and talk about the big game in Columbus this season. How can the Badgers beat the Buckeyes, and what do OSU fans think of Wisconsin when they see them on the schedule. We talk about the OSU passing game and defense as well.

In the next segment we discuss OSU's coach Ryan Day and if he is the unquestioned best coach in the Big Ten, does starting at OSU mean he shouldn't get the full credit of what he's accomplished there ? We also discuss CJ Stroud and where he fits among the recent Buckeye QBs.

Finally on Locked On Badgers we talk about the huge additions of USC and UCLA and what they mean for the Big Ten going forward. We discuss why it was a shot across the SEC's bow and how the addition of those markets will be a huge boon for the Big Ten in the coming media rights wars. We also briefly touch on whats potentially next for the Big Ten and where Notre Dame's future lies.

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Ranking the top 10 modern Wisconsin Badgers football receivers since 1991, who makes the cut ? Jul 20, 2022

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Ranking the top 10 Wisconsin Badgers football wide receivers since 1991. We start with a couple New Jersey products from the Barry Alvarez era with Donald Hayes and Lee DeRasmus - both players with big play potential. We also discuss Alex Erickson and his underrated Badgers career and why Nick Toon lived up to his father's namesake.

In the next segment we get into Tony Simmons -- 'Touchdown Tony' -- and why he's maybe the most underrated big play WR in Badgers history. We also talk about the physical Quintez Cephus and the uber-productive Jarred Abbrederis. Both Abbrederis and Erickson are proud members of the all walk-on team as that pipeline has produced so much talent for the Badgers.

We round out the top-3 WRs on Locked On Badgers with Brandon Williams, Chris Chambers and Lee Evans. Williams was so consistent over a four-year career that his spot on the list is very deserved. Chris Chambers was an elite athlete and we discuss his ability to win down the field. There was never any argument for the number one spot as Lee Evans is the GOAT Wisconsin WR. We discuss his monstrous junior season and his 5 touchdown game against MSU.

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The most painful Wisconsin Badgers football and basketball losses ranked! OSU, Duke, MSU, and more. Jul 19, 2022

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I rank the six most painful Wisconsin Badgers football and basketball losses. We talk MSU, OSU, Big Ten title games and much more.

We start with the Wisconsin / Ohio State 59-0 Big Ten Title beatdown. This game hurt so much considering Wisconsin was playing against Ohio State's 3rd string QB and was actually a 4.5 point favorite. When the dust settled; the carcass of Wisconsin football was left rotting on the field. We move onto the devastating sweet sixteen loss to Florida which featured a buzzer beater from Chris Chiozza to knock off Wisconsin 84-83.

We move onto two Wisconsin losses, yet another Big Ten title loss to the Buckeyes, but this time with so much more at stake. The 2017 loss cost the Badgers a chance at the playoffs and the game was close and winnable - despite a terrible Alex Hornibrook effort. We move onto the Hail Mary loss to MSU in 2011 where the Russell Wilson led Badgers fell 38-37 on a last second MSU hail mary. I dive into the ridiculous defense the Badgers deployed and why that loss derailed a potentially special Wisconsin unit.

In the last segment on Locked On Badgers, we talk about the 2014 loss at the buzzer to Kentucky and the eventual 2015 loss to Duke in the national championship game. The game against Duke in particular was so tough because we don't really know if Wisconsin will ever get back to that level.

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Tackett Curtis chooses USC in a big blow to the Wisconsin Badgers football recruiting efforts. Jul 18, 2022

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Blue chip football prospect Tackett Curtis is off the board for the Wisconsin Badgers and their football recruiting. This is a big blow as Tackett was easily the biggest prospect left on the board for the Badgers and they had put a ton of effort and time into recruiting him. We talk about why this one stings so much and if there are any other players out there the Badgers might be able to pivot towards. We also talk about the OLBs at Wisconsin and how this is at least a deep position on the team.

In the next segment we discuss if there might be a little big of blame on Paul Chryst's side for seemingly lackadaisical approach towards filling out the recruiting department after Saeed Khalif left for MSU. Not only with Tackett Curtis but also with the 2023 class in general, its likely we are seeing the combined effects of not having an actual recruiting department for several months, a lack of an effective NIL program and a weaker in-state class than normal.

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Wisconsin Badgers football positional battles, who will win at CB, WR, and RT, plus basketball talk! Jul 18, 2022

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We discuss the positional battles for the Wisconsin Badgers football team going into the oncoming season and we also talk about potential basketball sleepers that might surprise some people.

We start by talking about the offensive side of the ball and the battle at right guard between likely Michael Furtney and Tanner Bortolini. John think its Tanner's job to lose and the we all agree - he's just too good to leave on the sidelines. We talk about the tight end position and specifically Clay Cundiff who we think is the best overall TE on the roster. We also talk about Jaylin Franklin and if the staff can find a role for him on the roster. Finally we discuss the WR spot and who the #2 WR besides Chimere Dike will be. Ryan thinks it might be Keontez Lewis while John thinks Markus Allen will be the guy at that role.

Next we discuss defensive positional battles with a focus on the CB, ILB and OLB positions. The OLB spot is really interesting with Herbig having one spot locked down but the other side is wide open between Darryl Peterson, TJ Bollers, CJ Goetz and Aaron Witt. We also discuss the new transfer CBs and who will likely be the #2 corner alongside Alexander Smith.

Finally on Locked On Badgers we discuss the basketball program and some players that might exceed expectations next year. John thinks it could be Carter Gilmore based on his ability to do the little things and hit some shots (hopefully). Ryan thinks Kamari McGee will outplay expectations with his ability to score and bring some quickness to the backcourt, while Justin threw out Isaac Lindsey as a guy who has the size and shooting ability the Badgers desperately need.

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Three underrated positions for the Wisconsin Badgers football team, why WR, CB, and DL will be good! Jul 17, 2022

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Three positions for the Wisconsin Badgers football team that will exceed expectations this year, we talk about the defensive line, the cornerbacks and the wide receivers.

To start we we talk about the defensive line and why its going to be really good. This is a unit that features a future NFL guy with Keanu Benton. Benton is a stud and a player that has started for three years at Wisconsin. To go with Benton, the rest of the two-deep is a veteran group that will be unmovable against the run. In particular Isiah Mullens who will be a senior coming into this season will be really tough to move off the LOS and will help set up the 3rd and longs that this defense feasts on.

At cornerback, the Badgers very suddenly have four veterans with size manning the two-deep. After a busy off-season that saw three cornerbacks transfer in, we talk about what might be the deepest position on the team. In particular Jay Lewis and Alexander Smith might give the Badgers a duo that is as good as the Nick Nelson / Derrick Tindal group.

Finally on Locked On Badgers we talk about the often maligned wide receiver group at Wisconsin and why this group might shatter those expectations. Chimere Dike is going to emerge as a potential NFL WR this year and the depth behind him is as good as its been in a long time.

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Football prospect Khalil Tate picks Iowa over Wisconsin, plus Q&A from our Badgers listeners! Jul 14, 2022

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Bad news on the Wisconsin Badgers football recruiting front as big time secondary prospect Khalil Tate chooses the Iowa Hawkeyes over the Badgers. We talk about why it happened and what the Badgers need to do in the future to land players like Tate. We also talk about what and whom might be next on their board.

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Ranking the most important Wisconsin Badgers basketball players for next season. Jul 13, 2022

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Where does Tyler Wahl, Stephen Crowl and Chucky Hepburn rank among the most important Wisconsin Badgers baskeball player for next year?

Starting at the bottom with our rankings, we start with Carter Gilmore and why he's a long-shot to make an impact this upcoming season with his shooting woes. We talk about Connor Essegien and Issac Lindsey and why despite their ability to shoot they both have a tough road to getting playing time. We also discuss the enigma that is Markus Illver, why couldn't he get on the court last year ?

In the next segment we talk about Jordan Davis and Jahcobi Neath and why both players need to shoot the ball better - but also both likely have a role on next years team with their size and defensive ability. Next we get into Kamari Mcgee, the transfer point guard out of Green Bay - and what his unique skill set could bring the Badgers as a microwave scorer. Finally in this segment we discuss Chris Hodges and why he's such an under-discussed important player on next year's team.

Finally on Locked On Badgers we talk about the top group; why Max Klesmit needs to fill the Brad Davison role, why Tyler Wahl needs to improve his shooting but also his importance on defense. We discuss Stephen Crowl and the world of hurt the Badgers will be in if he gets hurt. We finish the list with Chucky Hepburn and discuss why he's going to be a great point guard for the Badgers as long as he's playing in Madison.

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