Best Fickell Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 370 - It's Luke Fickell's Learning Journey and We're All on it with Him (Week 14: Minnesota & NSD Recap) 48:29

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Late show this week but Rich and Max cover the Minnesota game (quickly!) and talk about Luke Fickell's roster building vision elucidated at his National Signing Day Press Conference.

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What went right and wrong vs Minnesota, what's next for Luke Fickell and the Badgers 1:05:42

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Wisconsin went on the road and fell 17-7 to Minnesota to end its season. Zach and Jesse discuss what went right and wrong against the Gophers, including another anemic offensive performance. Then the guys get into what the offseason could hold for Luke Fickell and the Badgers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Luke Fickell Show 11-26-25 53:51

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Wisconsin Pounds Illinois! Badgers Send a Message in Madison | Luke Fickell Deserves Credit! 1:07:29

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Wisconsin football finally delivered the dominant performance fans have been waiting for, hammering Illinois in a statement win that showcased real progress under Luke Fickell. The Badgers ran the ball with authority, unleashed a relentless pass rush, and looked energized on both sides of the ball in a way we haven’t seen all season. From Darrion D…

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2025 Week Eleven Review: Gophers Off Bye, Iowa/Oregon, Penn St/Indiana, Fickell Back 1:02:15

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Chip Scoggins, Ryan Burns and Justin Gaard are back and with the Gophers coming off a bye week they spend a ton of time on the big games last weekend in the Big Ten. Oregon out-Iowa'd Iowa in terrible conditions at Kinnick, Indiana had an epic drive for the ages to rally against Penn State and we got word that Luke Fickell will return to coach Wisc…

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All In or All Talk?! Wisconsin’s Make-or-Break Portal Window | Needs By Position! 1:03:55

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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 position through every major portal need for the Badgers in 2025 — breaking down how many players are needed at each spot, the types of athletes Wisconsin must target, and what it will take on the…

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What Really Happened with Amari Latimer’s Flip?! Full 2026 Class Coverage & Recruiting Superlatives! 47:02

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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 West Virginia. Nick Osen from 247 Sports joins the show to explain what really happened and what it means for the Badgers moving forward. We also dive deep into the full class, hand out our re…

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Season 9 Episode 24- I'm Too Stressed to be Spec 1:11:11

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In this episode the 7th Tower Crew advances and has downtime, and the spiders continue to be metaphorical... or do they? Cast- Reza- Lena The Magnificent Figaro- Danny Deluca Gamemaster- Jared Witkofsky Al Key- Chris French Perberton- Andrew Collins-Anderson Kevin- Morgan Just Tony 'The Toe' Tito- Chris Thiel Featuring music by Pressure Highway, Jo…

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Wrapping Up Signing Day 30:33

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With national signing day behind us, Bernie and Perko discuss the Badgers' 2026 class, issues facing the team this offseason, and what they need to address in the transfer portal, as well as give kudos to the players who earned spots on the All-Big 10 Team. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: http…

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What happened with Amari Latimer, NSD 2026, Wisconsin's focus in the portal, Week 15 picks 59:16

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It was National Signing Day on Wednesday and Wisconsin got signatures from 12 players, but it was the guy that didn't sign -- Amari Latimer -- that ended up stealing the headlines. Zach and Jesse discuss what happened there, and also talk about the guys that did sign. Then the focus turns to Luke Fickell's comments on investing and where the Badger…

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Is This the BIGGEST B1G Championship Game EVER? | Bigger Ten #201 47:23

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We preview the historic #1 Ohio State vs #2 Indiana Big Ten Championship – the biggest in league history with Heisman, #1 seed, and natty implications on the line. Plus: Nebraska's existential crisis deepens, Penn State's recruiting dumpster fire reaches new lows, National Signing Day winners & losers, and Pat Fitzgerald lands at Michigan State. We…

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Rajeev's Corner: Can Wisconsin Fix Its Gameday Energy? Camp Randall & The Kohl Center 30:37

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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 real changes. We’ll also talk about how atmosphere impacts performance and what the Badgers should do moving forward. Help The Bucky Report get some feedback! We would appreciate any listeners …

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Pair and a Spare Podcast 2025, Week 14 Review: Gophers Retain Axe, Season Recap, Coaching Carousel 1:06:58

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Chip Scoggins, Ryan Burns and Justin Gaard are back to recap a snowy afternoon in Minneapolis where the Gophers won Paul Bunyan's Axe for the 4th time in 5 years. The guys discuss what the right evaluation is for a 7-5 season and what the big picture outlook is with Drake Lindsay potentially leading the offense the next few years. The Lane Kiffin d…

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Last minute adds and losses for Wisconsin's 2026 class, transfer portal needs 49:43

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The first National Signing Day is Wednesday. Zach and Jesse discuss what the 2026 class could look like with some late adds and potentially late losses. The guys also get into what the Badgers are getting in quarterback Ryan Hopkins. Then they hit on some transfer portal topics, including positions of need and guys Wisconsin would least like to los…

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Wisconsin Hockey Hour 12-02-25 53:46

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Monday Morning Fullback - Hopes Axed in the Twin Cities 49:24

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Bernie and Perko break down a discouraging end of season loss for Wisconsin at Minnesota, discuss what's next for the Badgers at signing day and in the transfer portal, and preview the big conference title games this upcoming weekend. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://www.badgerobserver.…

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Wisconsin Badgers Brutal Weekend: Axe Game Failure in Minnesota + Hoops Exposed! 54:55

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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 Game — a performance defined by stalled offense, missed opportunities, and more questions about the program’s direction under Luke Fickell. And on Friday, the basketball team led off with a fr…

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Greg Gard Radio Show 12-02-25 53:51

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Wisconsin Badgers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers! THE BATTLE FOR THE AXE! Preview & Predictions 17:32

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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 Bunyan's Axe takes place at Minnesota this year. Can the resurgent Badgers finish the season strong behind Freshman QB Carter Smith? Will Mason Posa and Cooper Catalano continue dominating opposi…

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Playing With Madness Thanksgiving Announcement 2:41

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A little check in from Jared. announcementBy Jared Witkofsky

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RIVALRY WEEK | Bigger Ten #200 32:58

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Steve Deace and Aaron McIntire deliver a jam-packed Thanksgiving episode of Bigger Ten! We break down the massive stakes in The Game and the Apple Cup, debate whether Michigan's youth can shock the world, and explain why Vegas is practically begging you to bet Oregon. Plus: final Confidence Picks of the regular season, Fair or Foul on Tony Petitti …

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Episode 369 - Week 13: Illinois 44:18

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Rich and Max discuss the Badgers 27-10 win over Illinois. Max is happy. Rich wants to temper your expectations.

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Preston Zachman Previews the Battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe 42:04

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Wisconsin Badgers safety Preston Zachman joins Bernie and Perko to preview Wisconsin's season finale against Minnesota, talk about his career in Madison, discuss the vibe around the team during a topsy-turvy season, and take fan questions live on air. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowski's newsletter, The Badger Observer: https://ww…

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Rajeev’s Corner: The Axe, The Resurgence, The Moment 22:08

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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. Tonight on Rajeev’s Corner, I’m breaking down what this rivalry means, why it hits so personally, and whether the Badgers’ recent resurgence is arriving at the perfect time. Plus, I’ll give quick…

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Wisconsin-Minnesota preview, Remembering the Axe rivalry, UW-UA extend deal, Week 14 picks 50:24

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It's Axe week for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss what success looks like for Wisconsin in its trip to Minnesota. The guys also talk about some of their favorite memories from the rivalry, discuss Wisconsin and Under Armour extending their deal and then they make their Week 14 picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Pair and a Spare Podcast 2025, Week Thirteen Review: Gopher Defensive Meltdown, How To Fix It, Lane Kiffin 1:24:30

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Chip Scoggins, Ryan Burns and Justin Gaard are back on this Thanksgiving Week to discuss the Gophers dreadful defensive performance in a disappointing loss to Northwestern at Wrigley Field. How did they get here and how does it get better? What does it mean for defensive coordinator Danny Collins? The guys do touch on the great performance by Drake…

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Monday Morning Fullback - Old School Football is Back 25:57

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Bernie and Perko recap a dominant performance for Wisconsin against Illinois, talk through what impressed them most on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball, and discuss a potential bowl berth and what that would mean for the program. Join us tonight for a special LIVE episode tonight, Monday, November 24 at 7:30 PM CT/8:30 PM ET for a…

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What went right & wrong vs Illinois, Darryl Peterson was fantastic, offense gets going 50:29

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Wisconsin beat its second ranked opponent in the last three weeks. Zach and Jesse discuss the win over Illinois, including a remarkable effort from the pass rush, especially Darryl Peterson, the offense gets an explosive play, Jeff Grimes ate Aaron Henry's lunch, Carter Smith did what he needed to and much more. The guys also answer your questions.…

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Season 9 Episode 24- Little Wilty Chin 1:14:02

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In this episode the 7th Tower Gang has some downtime and we Pemberton develops a new vice... Cast- Reza- Lena The Magnificent Figaro- Danny Deluca Gamemaster- Jared Witkofsky Al Key- Chris French Perberton- Andrew Collins-Anderson Kevin- Morgan Just Tony 'The Toe' Tito- Chris Thiel Featuring music by Pressure Highway, Jordan Fickel, Danny Deluca an…

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Will Carter Smith Finally Get the Offense Rolling? | Wisconsin Badgers vs. Illinois Preview 16:13

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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 Illini! We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss how well we feel this defense can perform against Luke Altmyer and whether Carter Smith will be able to put up a reasonable amount of poin…

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QB Billy Edwards Jr speaks, 2026 class loses another, Wisconsin-Illinois preview 44:00

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Wisconsin QB Billy Edwards spoke for the first time since before his knee injury. Zach and Jesse discuss Edwards' season from hell, including the role a lack of communication has played in creating a narrative around his absence. The guys also talk about the latest guy to flip in the 2026 class, what success looks like against Illinois and they mak…

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Thursday Morning Fullback - Recapping UW vs IU and preview Badgers-Illini 41:14

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Bernie and Perko recap the Badgers struggles in Bloomington, preview Wisconsin's matchup against Illinois on senior day, and discuss the recent decommitments on the recruiting trail. Join us Monday, November 24 at 7:30 PM CT/8:30 PM ET for a special LIVE episode with Badgers safety Preston Zachman. Get your tickets here: https://showus.tv/checkout/…

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Will Michigan Go Independent? | USC No Longer SOFT? | Bigger Ten #199 37:32

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Steve Deace and Aaron McIntire are back on Bigger Ten with a massive episode! The Big Ten's private equity deal is on ice as Michigan and USC threaten independence, accusing commissioner Tony Petitti of strong-arm tactics. James Franklin lands at Virginia Tech in a move that puts him in direct recruiting war with Penn State. USC proves it can win B…

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Rajeev's Corner: CFP politics heating up, and the Badgers spending big next year?? 23:31

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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 future of the sport. I’ll also react to Ted Kellner’s comments on ESPN Madison, where he said Wisconsin will land in the top third of Big Ten football spending next year — a major signal about the…

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Luke Fickell Radio Show 11-19-25 53:52

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Episode 368 - Week 12: Indiana 50:36

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Rich and Max discuss the 31-7 loss to Indiana and Max gets really angry at the end.

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Bret Bielema returns to Madison, 2026 OL Maddox Cochrane decommits, Overreaction, er No? 49:04

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Wisconsin will welcome Bret Bielema back to Madison for a second time since he left for Arkansas in 2012. Zach and Jesse discuss what would have happened if he stayed, their favorite memories from his tenure and more. Then they get into 2026 OL Maddox Cochrane decommitting and play some Overreaction, er No? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…

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Pair and a Spare 2025 Week Twelve Review: Gophers Get Routed, Roster Construction, Northwestern Preview 1:02:00

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Chip Scoggins, Ryan Burns and Justin Gaard are back to recap the Gophers latest road debacle: a 42-13 loss at Oregon. It was definitely a 'Johnnies and Joes" issue with Oregon's offense running all over the Gopher defense. The guys discuss how the roster can be reconstructed next season to deal with some of the issues we've seen this season. They a…

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Wisconsin Hockey Hour 11-18-25 53:46

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Wisconsin vs Indiana Fallout: Carter Smith’s Debut, Silver Linings & Badgers Hoops 3–0 Start 1:06:03

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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 doom and gloom. We break down Carter Smith’s first start as the first true freshman QB to start for Wisconsin since 1991, his 45-yard touchdown strike to Lance Mason, the defense racking up fiv…

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What went right and wrong vs Indiana, the future at QB, listener questions 58:05

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Wisconsin put up a fight for a half at No. 2 Indiana on Saturday. Zach and Jesse look at what went right and what went wrong for the Badgers, including a defense that did what it could against a strong Hoosiers offense. They also jump into what Wisconsin should do at quarterback this offseason. They close with a bunch of listener questions. See omn…

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How Do the Badgers Define Success Down the Stretch? 34:45

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Bernie and Perko debate what Wisconsin needs to do in their final three games of the year to make players and fans feel good about the program moving forward, figure out what they can do against a high-powered Indiana team, and take a look at the FanDuel odds for the Big Ten and CFP championships. Make sure to subscribe to our friend Jake Kocorowsk…

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Season 9 Episode 23- Italian Goat Boy 1:09:34

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In this episode the 7th Tower Gang harnesses the dead and fights two gangs to get their payout Cast- Reza- Lena The Magnificent Figaro- Danny Deluca Gamemaster- Jared Witkofsky Al Key- Chris French Perberton- Andrew Collins-Anderson Kevin- Morgan Just Tony 'The Toe' Tito- Chris Thiel Featuring music by Pressure Highway, Jordan Fickel, Danny Deluca …

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Can This Defense Keep Performing? | Wisconsin Badgers vs. Indiana Hoosiers Preview! 17:59

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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 ranked Indiana Hoosiers! We’ll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss how well we feel this defense can perform against the high powered Curt Cignetti and Fernando Mendoza offense. Plus, SCORE PR…

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Wisconsin-Indiana preview, 2027 OT Ethan McIntosh commits, 2026 recruiting, Week 12 picks 38:34

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Wisconsin heads to Bloomington this Saturday to face No. 2 Indiana. Zach and Jesse discuss what success looks like as 29.5-point underdogs and whether the Badgers defense can keep them in the game against the Hoosiers. They also hit on the commitment of 2027 OT Ethan McIntosh and where things stand with a couple important pieces of the 2026 class. …

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HEISMAN: Mendoza's to Lose?! | Bigger Ten #198 36:25

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Steve Deace and Aaron McIntire break down a wild week on Bigger Ten! Indiana's Fernando Mendoza delivers a Heisman moment with a 91-yard TD drive to upset Penn State. Oregon survives a classic Big Ten slugfest in Iowa City. Nebraska's true freshman QB TJ Lateef shines, while Wisconsin shocks Washington with their punter as leading passer.…