Best Zach Heilprinp Podcasts (2025)

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The Camp: Big Ten Media Days 1:11:53

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1d ago1:11:53

1:11:53

The second day of Big Ten Media Days featured Wisconsin's Luke Fickell, along with three of his players -- QB Billy Edwards Jr, center Jake Renfro and cornerback Ricardo Hallman. Zach is in Las Vegas to discuss Fickell's comments on Nyzier Fourqurean, players not ready to take part in fall camp, his praise for Tackett Curtis and Christian Alliegro,…

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Wisconsin picked 12th in Big Ten poll, previewing the defense 44:43

4d ago44:43

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A Big Ten media poll has the Badgers finishing 12th in the conference. The guys discuss what it means, if anything, considering how much all the teams change from year to year. Then they continue their fall camp preview by looking at the defense and the biggest questions facing Wisconsin on that side of the ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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No Nyzier Fourqurean, Billy Edwards or Beau Pribula, Previewing TEs and OL, Greatest Games 58:28

8d ago58:28

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Wisconsin got tough news Wednesday when an injunction that would have allowed Nyzier Fourqurean to play this fall got overturned. Zach and Jesse discuss the news and what it means for the Badgers. They also get into revelation that Beau Pribula was slated to visit Wisconsin before Billy Edwards committed, they do their Fall Camp preview of the TEs …

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Fall Camp preview of the QBs, RBs and WRs, a deeper look at in-state 2027 recruits 47:05

18d ago47:05

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Fall camp is about three weeks away. Zach and Jesse jump into their previews by going over the quarterbacks, running backs and wide receivers. The guys also go deeper on the 2027 recruits from the state, which includes three composite 4-star players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Joe Krabbenhoft joins the show, Elijah Gray commits, breaking down the 2025-2026 roster 46:30

22d ago46:30

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Wisconsin finished its roster for the upcoming season by adding forward Elijah Gray. Assistant coach Joe Krabbenhoft joins the show to discuss Gray and early impressions of the other transfers. The guys also discuss the new roles for John Blackwell and Nolan Winter, recruiting international players and the challenge of rebuilding your roster every …

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Jayden Petit and Amari Latimer commit, Jeff Grimes' offense, Nick Clayton's bright future 42:29

25d ago42:29

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Wisconsin landed a pair of 4-star recruits in Jayden Petit and Amari Latimer. The guys discuss those huge commitments, including what the Badgers are getting in the duo. They also get into what differences you can expect from Jeff Grimes and his offense. They close the show talking about about the huge gains made by Nick Clayton, the freaks that ar…

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Yahoo's Ross Dellenger, how Trech Kekahuna ended back at Wisconsin, latest on recruiting 49:05

30d ago49:05

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Wisconsin and the Varsity Collective sued Miami last week over the Xavier Lucas situation. The guy that had the story first, Yahoo's Ross Dellenger, joins the show to discuss what's at stake for Wisconsin and the Big Ten. Zach and Jesse also discuss Trech Kekahuna's journey back to Madison, the latest on the 2026 recruiting class and new in-state o…

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Latest recruiting news, Mason Posa arrives in Madison, Jesse works out with the team 33:32

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Wisconsin is still in the midst of a busy month of recruiting. Zach and Jesse go position-by-position to discuss where things stand for the Badgers with a number of key players. Then they talk about the arrival of LB Mason Posa and what he could be for Wisconsin. They close the show breaking down Jesse's workout with the team. Subscribe to BadgerCo…

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Amari Latimer, official visits and in-state recruiting with Badger247's Evan Flood 42:46

2M ago42:46

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Badger247's Evan Flood joins the show to talk RB Amari Latimer's recruitment, where Wisconsin stands with other top targets, another big official visit weekend, impact of on-field results and a high school coach knocks Wisconsin's in-state recruiting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Badgers land 3 commits, Jackson Acker joins the show, Jesse is taking his talents to... 38:31

2M ago38:31

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The guys open the show with Jesse announcing his new gig and what it means for Wisconsin fans and the show. Then they get into the three new commits in the 2026 recruiting class and then continue their fullback series with Jackson Acker joining the show. Join Badger Connect See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Official visits preview, questions still needing answers, former UW FB Mason Stokke joins 58:42

2M ago58:42

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It’s official visit season! Zach and Jesse discuss some of the prospects coming to Madison this weekend, including running back Amari Latimer. Then they get into some of the questions still facing the Badgers as they get ready for fall camp in a couple months. The conversations with former fullbacks continues with Mason Stokke stopping by. The guys…

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The positivity episode, former Wisconsin FB Bradie Ewing joins 1:00:22

2M ago1:00:22

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With it being very easy to be negative after the first two years of the Fickell era, Zach and Jesse go all positive in this episode and look at what happens if everything goes right in year No. 3. They go position by position to discuss best case scenarios for certain players and what's the best record fans can expect. Then former Wisconsin fullbac…

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Players under pressure, Matt Bernstein joins, Aden Reeder commits 1:07:56

2M ago1:07:56

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Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell is under the most pressure of anyone this fall, but there are a number of players that have their share of pressure too. Zach and Jesse discuss some of them, including quarterback Billy Edwards and cornerback Ricardo Hallman. Then Zach is joined by former Badgers fullback Matt Bernstein. The guys close the show by talki…

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Fickell's 'identity that fits us,' Overreaction, er No?, NFL draft cleanup 47:21

3M ago47:21

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Luke Fickell spoke with ESPN's Pete Thamel this week and said Wisconsin now has an 'identity that fits' them. Zach and Jesse discuss Fickell's comments before getting into some Overreaction, er No? and finishing with a couple leftover draft questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Spring superlatives, draft recap, transfer portal adds 58:37

3M ago58:37

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Spring practice is in the books. Zach and Jesse give their big picture takeaways, hand out some spring superlatives, discuss what it means that just two Badgers got drafted and close talking about the latest transfer portal additions. Follow the show on YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Spring Showcase recap, Overreaction, er No?, Jesse talks The Athletic departure 1:00:28

3M ago1:00:28

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Fans got a chance to see the Badgers for the first time this spring. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw in the Spring Showcase, including how the QBs played, concerns at left tackle, a true freshman LB making noise and more. They also play some Overreaction, er No? and Jesse discusses his decision to leave The Athletic. See omnystudio.com/listene…

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Kevin Heywood done for the season, Tanner Koziol and Mark Hamper leaving, actual positives from spring ball 46:55

3M ago46:55

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It's been a tough couple days on the news front for Wisconsin. Zach and Jesse dive into Kevin Heywood's likely season-ending injury, the departures of two recent transfer portal additions, some positives from the last couple of practices and the commitment of 3-star QB Ryan Hopkins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Mike Tressel speaks, recapping practice, couple injuries 56:51

3M ago56:51

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Wisconsin was on the field twice this week already. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw in practice on Tuesday and Thursday. The guys also get into comments from DC Mike Tressel on what will be different about the defense this year and touch on a couple key injuries that hit on Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Season recap, reacting to the transfer portal additions and departures 43:53

4M ago43:53

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Wisconsin's season came to an end two weeks ago. Since then, the roster has undergone an extensive revamping that is still ongoing. Zach and Jesse return to talk about how the season ended but spend most of the time discussing the comings and goings from the transfer portal and what still needs to be done heading into next year. See omnystudio.com/…

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Spring practice thoughts, position battles, listener questions 51:21

4M ago51:21

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Wisconsin is nearly halfway through spring practice. Zach and Jesse discuss what they've seen through seven practices, including several interesting position battles on the offensive side of the ball. They also tackle a ton of listener questions, including whether the Badgers make a bowl game, the position group that could take the biggest jump and…

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Badgers back from spring break, in-state recruiting 49:11

4M ago49:11

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Wisconsin was back from spring break on Tuesday as the team held practice No. 5 of spring. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw, including a notable position change, what's different about the offense, some young guys making plays, the size along the defensive line and more. They also get into 3-star OL Gavin Meier's comments about the Badgers and …

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Badgers beat Montana, getting ready for BYU, WSJ's Jim Polzin joins 56:33

4M ago56:33

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The Badgers took care of Montana on Thursday. Zach and Jesse look back at the game and what went right. Then Jim Polzin joins from Denver to discuss the Montana game, preview BYU, Greg Gard's March legacy and more. The guys close with some listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Evaluating spring ball so far, new looks on offense, early standouts, listener questions 48:48

4M ago48:48

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The Badgers have been on the field for three practices in spring. Zach and Jesse go position-by-position to discuss their early impressions. They also get into how the offense looks different, some early standouts on both sides of the ball and finish with some listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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NCAA Tournament is here for Wisconsin, reaction to Big Ten Tournament, listener questions 59:52

4M ago59:52

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The NCAA Tournament has arrived. Zach and Jesse react to the Badgers not getting put in Milwaukee, the challenge of playing Thursday in Denver, a little about what they are facing in Montana and their potential path to a deep run in the tournament. They also get into what was largely a successful four days at the Big Ten Tournament. They close with…

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Spring practice preview, updated 2025 roster, Tayshon Bardo commits 50:24

4M ago50:24

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Wisconsin will open spring practice on Thursday. Zach and Jesse discuss the biggest questions facing Luke Fickell and the Badgers as they get going. The guys also jump into the roster changes unveiled earlier this week and touch on the commitment of 2026 WR commit Tayshon Bardo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Time for the Big Ten Tournament, injury concerns, listener questions 40:34

5M ago40:34

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Wisconsin is entering the postseason having lost three of its last five, including the disaster against Penn State. Zach and Jesse discuss where the team is heading into the Big Ten Tournament, what needs to happen for them to get back on track, the injury concerns and more. They also answer some listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for …

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March has arrived, Overreaction, er No?, Listener questions 54:23

5M ago54:23

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It's finally March! Zach and Jesse discuss the Badgers loss at Michigan State and win at Minnesota. They also get into whether the recent shooting lull is a concern, the impact of Jack Janicki, Max Klesmit's injury, how to approach the Big Ten Tournament and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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QB coach Kenny Guiton joins the show, winter workouts update, Luke Fickell article 55:18

5M ago55:18

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The Camp is back. Zach and Jesse discuss the latest from winter workouts, including big leaps by several players. Then, QB coach Kenny Guiton joins the show to discuss his move from WRs, what he’s seen from the new trio of quarterbacks, how they fit Jeff Grimes’ offense, his philosophy in developing QBs and a little on the WRs he used to coach. The…

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Wisconsin bounces back vs Washington, Overreaction, er No?, Michigan State up next 40:13

5M ago40:13

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Wisconsin rebounded from a tough loss against Oregon with a blowout of Washington. Zach and Jesse discuss the collapse vs the Ducks and whether there is any long-term concern there. Then they get into John Blackwell's big day against the Huskies and a strong bench performance. The guys also get into some Overreaction, er No?, and look ahead to Mich…

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Max Klesmit joins the show, Overreaction, er No?, Milwaukee (?) 50:01

5M ago50:01

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Wisconsin has won five straight. Guard Max Klesmit joins the show to discuss what is working so well, the crazy stretch John Tonje is on, why this team is different than the past two, Big Ten title chances, potentially playing in Milwaukee for the NCAAs and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Wisconsin QB Billy Edwards Jr joins the show, Badgers have a new GM 40:33

5M ago40:33

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The newest Wisconsin quarterback -- Billy Edwards Jr -- joins the show to talk about his decision to come to the Badgers, how he fits in Jeff Grimes' offense, how he's established himself as a leader, some guys that are standing out in winter workouts and more. Zach and Jesse also discuss the addition of Marcus Sedberry as the program's general man…

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Wisconsin coach Greg Gard joins the show, Selection Sunday 34 days away, Purdue up next 59:51

5M ago59:51

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The guys welcome Wisconsin coach Greg Gard to the show to discuss a ton of topics, including whether John Tonje has been the best transfer UW has ever brought in, his feelings on potentially playing in Milwaukee for the NCAA Tournament, the challenge of retaining players like Nolan Winter and John Blackwell and much more. See omnystudio.com/listene…

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Nyzier Fourqurean is back, Max Stienecker is headed to USC 32:17

6M ago32:17

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Wisconsin cornerback Nyzer Fourqurean is (likely) back for another year. Why the court issued an injunction and what it means for the Badgers. Meanwhile, GM Max Stienecker is headed to USC's recruiting department. What kind of impact does it have on Wisconsin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Wisconsin OC Jeff Grimes joins the show 43:30

6M ago43:30

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The guys are joined by Wisconsin offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes to discuss the install of his offense, what he's seen from the QBs so far, his thoughts on being under center or in shotgun in short yardage, whether he feels pressure in turning the Badgers offense around and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Carter Gilmore joins the show, listener questions 50:36

6M ago50:36

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Wisconsin split a pair of road games this past week. Zach and Jesse discuss the efforts against Maryland and Northwestern. Then, forward Carter Gilmore joins to talk about his huge day against the Wildcats, his career, what's changed for him this season, his future and more. The guys close with listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Wisconsin hammers Nebraska, listener questions 46:12

6M ago46:12

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Wisconsin bounced back from its loss at UCLA by hammering Nebraska. Zach an Jesse discuss the Badgers' offense and how dynamic and efficient it has been. They also get into an improved defensive effort, and the combo of John Tonje and John Blackwell. They close with a bunch of listener questions on Wisconsin's place in the Big Ten, Daniel Freitag's…

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Introducing the new coaches, transfer portal news, Junior Day visitors 39:58

6M ago39:58

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The Badgers introduced their new coaches this week. Zach and Jesse discuss the offense that OC Jeff Grimes wants to install, Kenny Guiton's move from WRs coach to QB coach, the hire of Jordan Reid as WRs coach and the promotion of Jack Cooper to coach the safeties. They also get into some of the latest transfer portal moves, which players in the 20…

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Wisconsin/Big Ten vs Xavier Lucas/Miami, transfer portal superlatives 48:37

6M ago48:37

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Wisconsin finally ended its silence on the Xavier Lucas situation. Zach and Jesse discuss the latest developments in what is becoming a national story that could have a significant impact on college athletics. They also dive into some transfer portal superlatives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Wisconsin guard Kamari McGee joins the show 46:05

6M ago46:05

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Wisconsin has won six straight games. Zach and Jesse are joined by guard Kamari McGee to discuss his journey to being an important piece for this year's team, why the offense works for him, the mood within the locker room and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Grading the Luke Fickell era, breaking down the 2-deep on defense and ST 1:10:22

6M ago1:10:22

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Wisconsin is more than two years into the Luke Fickell era. Zach and Jesse grade it on seven different categories and give it an overall grade. They also dive into Jesse's projected two-deep on defense and special teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Ricardo Hallman returns, coaching staff filled out, Xavier Lucas lawyers up 40:13

7M ago40:13

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The Badgers got big news Wednesday with the return of Ricardo Hallman. Zach and Jesse discuss what the veteran's decision to stay means for the defense. They get into Luke Fickell finalizing his coaching staff and then finish with the Xavier Lucas situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Badgers with impressive wins vs Iowa and Rutgers, Listener questions 50:06

7M ago50:06

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It was a good week for Wisconsin basketball. The Badgers put 116 on Iowa and then handed Rutgers its first home loss of the year. Zach and Jesse discuss the wins, including the performances of John Blackwell, Steven Crowl, Kamari McGee and Carter Gilmore. They also dive into a bunch of listener questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf…

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Coaching moves, new transfer portal additions, early look at the 2-deep on offense 46:39

7M ago46:39

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Wisconsin has a new quarterback's coach and now an opening at WR coach. Zach and Jesse discuss the move of Kenny Guiton from WRs to QBs, along with Jack Cooper being elevated to safeties coach. Then they get into the latest transfer portal additions and whether the DL is improved from this past season. They close with an early look at what the two-…

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Meeting Matt Jung, the toughest 2-deep projection, CFP reaction 35:57

7M ago35:57

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Zach and Jesse are back for the first episode of 2025. The guys discuss the College Football Playoff with a bit of a Wisconsin angle, then jump into the player Jesse believes could be the most interesting transfer -- safety Matt Jung. They close with some talk about the toughest position on offense to project a depth chart for. See omnystudio.com/l…

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Jordan Taylor joins the show, midseason thoughts, Overreaction, er No? 52:32

7M ago52:32

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The Swing is back! Zach and Jesse discuss what they've seen from the Badgers so far this season. Then former Badgers great and current Big Ten analyst Jordan Taylor joins the show and hits on a ton of topics, including what he's seen from Wisconsin, the best teams in the Big Ten, the progress of Daniel Freitag and more. See omnystudio.com/listener …

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Xavier Lucas situation, transfer portal moves, meeting the new QBs 51:53

7M ago51:53

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Wisconsin and Xavier Lucas are in a standoff at this point. Though details are still few, Zach and Jesse discuss what is known about the situation. They also get into the latest moves in the transfer portal and further introduce new QBs Billy Edwards Jr. and Danny O'Neil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Wisconsin adds on defense, the QB room overhaul, Tawee Walker in the portal 47:16

7M ago47:16

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Wisconsin finally added to its cornerback room on Tuesday. Zach and Jesse discuss the commitment of Jacksonville State's Geimere Latimer, along with a couple more additions on defense. The guys also hit on the overhaul of the QB room, including why Mabrey Mettauer left. They close with the news that Tawee Walker is in the transfer portal and lookin…

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The portal gives and takes, Overreaction, er No? 50:50

7M ago50:50

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Wisconsin has now seen more than 20 guys hit the portal, including CB Xavier Lucas. Zach and Jesse discuss what his loss means. They also get into all the guys the Badgers have added, including a couple intriguing players in Matt Jung and Mark Hamper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Wisconsin gets its QBs, restocking the defense, Preston Zachman back, Alex Grinch to UCF 57:38

7M ago57:38

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It's been a crazy few days for Wisconsin. Zach and Jesse break it all down, including the Badgers adding a pair of QBs, restocking the front seven, Landyn Locke not coming, Preston Zachman staying and Alex Grinch leaving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Zone

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Trech is back, Braedyn Locke is in the portal, Transfer targets, OMG that 2025 schedule 44:21

7M ago44:21

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Wisconsin got good news from the portal on Wednesday with Trech Kekahuna announcing he would be returning to the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss the move, and then get into Braedyn Locke putting his name into the portal and what it means for the QB spot. They also go over some of the Badgers targets in the portal and close with a look at a brutal 2…