The Camp: A Wisconsin Badgers Football Podcast

Wisconsin might have its No. 1 wide receiver and his name is Eugene Hilton Jr. Zach and Jesse talk all about what the sophomore did at practice on Wednesday, including at least five touchdowns. The guys also touch on where position battles at backup quarterback, guard and cornerback stand near the midway point of fall camp. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a day off the Badgers were back on the field for practice No. 5 of fall camp. Zach and Jesse discuss several front seven players having big practices and then dive into what OL coach Eric Mateos had to say about his position group. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin closed out the weekend with practice No. 4 of fall camp. Zach and Jesse discuss transfer wide receiver Malachi Coleman showing out, quarterback Ryan Hopkins making the throw of the day and the defense coming up with a bunch of big plays. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was running back day at fall camp for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw from the likes of Abu Sama, Nate Palmer, Darrion Dupree and Juju Pope. Then they hit on a couple tight ends that stood out on Saturday, along with the guys throwing them the ball. They close with more listener questions. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin hit the field for Day 2 of fall camp on Friday morning. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw, including some flash plays from Colton Joseph, where the run game stands, the one DB standing out, a couple potential breakout players and they answer some listener questions. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fall Camp is officially open for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss everything they saw on Day 1, including how the quarterbacks looked, the way the offensive line was put together, a bunch of plays made by the defense and more. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're a week out from the start of fall camp. Zach and Jesse dive into what happened at Big Ten Media Days, including Luke Fickell's meeting with Chris McIntosh last year. They also hit on Ryan Hopkins, the wide receiver room and some potential breakout players The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke Fickell and the Badgers were first up at Big Ten Media Days on Tuesday. Zach chats with Colten Bartholomew from the Wisconsin State Journal on what Fickell had to say during his time with the media. Then safety Matt Jung, edge rusher Sebastian Cheeks and wide receiver Chris Brooks Jr join the show. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers will open fall camp in two weeks. Zach and Jesse continue their fall camp preview with a look at the defense. It includes new faces along the defensive line, young stars at linebacker and a remade secondary. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is just a couple weeks out from the start of fall camp. After looking at the quarterbacks last week, Zach and Jesse continue their preview by going position-by-position on offense to discuss the likes of Bryan Jackson, Abu Sama, Jaylon Domingeaux, Emmett Bork, Kevin Hewyood and others. The guys also talk about LB Cale Britt, the first commit in the 2028 class, and the impact of the new 5 for 5 rule. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fall camp is quickly approaching for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse begin their fall camp position previews with the quarterbacks where Colton Joseph is the clearcut No. 1 but true freshman Ryan Hopkins has everyone excited about the future. The guys also touch on Deuce Adams, Danny O'Neil and Carter Smith. They close with a little talk on the alternate uniforms Wisconsin will wear against Notre Dame. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin introduced its new athletic director this week. Zach and Jesse discuss what they heard from Shawn Eichorst and his vision for leading the department. The guys also touch on the addition of a Culver's logo to the football, basketball and hockey jerseys. They close with some listener questions. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has a new athletic director. Zach and Jesse discuss the hire of Shawn Eichorst and what he brings to the job as Chris McIntosh's replacement. BadgerExtra's Jim Polzin also joins the show to give his take on the hire. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin will open the season at Lambeau Field in a few months. Zach and Jesse talk about the Badgers trip last week to get acclimated to the surroundings and what a win over Notre Dame would mean. The guys then dive into the defensive side of the ball to rank the best players in school history. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Wisconsin running back Brian Calhoun joins the show to discuss where he sees the program as a former player and a current high school coach, the Badgers efforts to get alumni involved, what he thinks of the running back room, whether this is a make-or-break year for Luke Fickell, his remarkable 2005 season and much more. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin continued to build their 2027 recruiting class. Zach and Jesse discuss the flip of edge Brody Pfannenstiel from Texas Tech and whether the class is now set. The guys then go position-by-position on offense to rank the best players in program history. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers stayed busy on the recruiting trail in the last week, adding five more players in the class of 2027. Zach and Jesse discuss the new additions and what the class looks like overall. Then they are joined by Wisconsin safety Matt Jung to talk about his role, a remade secondary, increased pressure this fall and more. The guys close talking about the absurdity of the Brendan Sorsby situation at Texas Tech. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On a special episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse discuss the commitment of 4-star defensive back Mekhi Williams, 3-star CB Royalton Allen and look ahead to Week 2 of official visit for the Badgers. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin parlayed a strong first weekend of official visits into a couple commits and several more could be on the way. Zach and Jesse discuss the commitments of Jai Jones and Nathan Jones, the potential for some more and what it means. Then they get into the reported hiring of a new football GM and how it impacts interim AD Marcus Sedberry. They close with some talk about the best quarterbacks in Wisconsin history. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday https://brennansmarket.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Official visit season has arrived. Zach and Jesse are joined by BadgerBlitz.com's Evan Flood to discuss a couple big weekends coming up for Wisconsin on the recruiting front. The guys also get into how many commitments we should expect in the near future, expectations for this fall, whether Luke Fickell will actually get to coach the 2027 commits and much more. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Experience Taste Everyday Brennan's MarketSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a make-or-break season for plenty of coaches and players at Wisconsin. Zach and Jesse discuss the ones they think are under the most pressure, including coach Luke Fickell and offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes. The guys also get into what an assistant Big Ten coach had to say about Fickell and the Badgers in a recent magazine article. They close by talking about what Wisconsin should be looking for in a new athletic director. The Camp is presented by Brennan's Market, your home for the best Wisconsin cheese, fresh produce, and a curated selection of specialty foods, wine, craft beer & spirits. Brennan's Market - Experience Taste Everyday See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Wisconsin on a break following spring practice, the guys delve into some spring ball superlatives, including who the best freshmen and transfers were. They also hit on the news the Badgers will open under the lights against Notre Dame at Lambeau Field. Then they are joined by new Director of Football Alumni Relations Bradie Ewing to discuss his new role and why it's important. They close with how you would use your money to help the program if you were a billionaire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring practice is in the books for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse go position-by-position breaking down what they saw over the 15 practices, including surprises and where several position battles stand. The guys close with listener questions, including whether what the guys saw in spring changes their outlook for the 2026 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's offense put together one of its strongest scrimmages of the Luke Fickell era on Saturday. Zach and Jesse discuss what went right for QBs Colton Joseph and Ryan Hopkins, WR Jaylon Domingeaux's big day, TE Grant Stec's standout plays, the running of RB Bryan Jackson, some guys that made an impact on defense and more. They also hit on the Badgers getting shutout in the 2026 NFL Draft and more on the commitment of 2027 QB Jack SorgiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin landed its quarterback in the 2027 class. Zach and Jesse discuss the breaking news that legacy Jack Sorgi committed to the Badgers and what it means for the class. The guys also give the latest updates from spring practice and talk about what interim AD Marcus Sedberry had to say when he met the media for the first time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

True freshman QB Ryan Hopkins is turning heads at Wisconsin. Zach and Jesse discuss how Hopkins has forced his way up the depth chart and some of the plays that have helped him. The guys also get into some wide receivers that stood out Thursday, improvements in the run game and the defense coming up with some big plays. The guys close with a bunch of listener questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's athletic department is going to look much different moving forward with the departure of Chris McIntosh. Zach and Jesse discuss the move of McIntosh to the Big Ten office, his legacy at Wisconsin, the impact of the move on football coach Luke Fickell, the man taking over as interim AD Marcus Sedberry and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's new starting quarterback met the media for the first time. Zach and Jesse discuss what Colton Joseph had to say, including how he's adjusting to Madison, why he chose the Badgers, how he sees himself as the next Zach Wilson and much more. The guys also give their thoughts on the fifth practice of spring and talk about in-state recruiting in the wake of Kingston Allen's commitment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is off this week for spring break but there is still plenty to talk about. Zach and Jesse discuss three more commitments in the class of 2027, including 4-star priority commit Cole Reiter. Then new running backs coach Jayden Everett joins the show followed by the guys answering a ton of listener questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the offense was humming on Tuesday, the defense reasserted itself on Thursday in a practice that featured a ton of third-down work. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw inside Camp Randall Stadium, including some edge guys standing out and the first fracas of camp. The guys also get into what DC Mike Tressel had to say about his group entering his fourth season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin continued spring practice on Tuesday morning and it was a good day for new starting QB Colton Joseph. Zach and Jesse discuss what they saw from the Old Dominion transfer, some of the guys making plays for him at wide receiver, how OC Jeff Grimes plans to use him and more. The guys also go deeper on Grimes comments after practice as he prepares the offense in his second season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football has finally arrived for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss the biggest questions facing Wisconsin as they open spring practice this week in Madison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin made several assistant coach hires official recently. Zach and Jesse discuss what some of the new guys had to say when they met the media, including RBs coach Jayden Everett's plan for his room. The guys also dive into the latest 2027 commit in Isaac Miller and the Badgers targeting of legacy QB Jack Sorgi. They close with a quick recap of Wisconsin's Pro Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL Combine is in the books and UW's Pro Day is this week. Zach and Jesse discuss the performances of Vinny Anthony and Mason Reiger, while looking ahead at an important pro day for Nyzier Fourqurean and several other Badgers. Then LB Cooper Catalano joins the show to talk about his offseason, his expectations for his second season, some guys that are looking good so far, his friendship with Mason Posa and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL Combine gets going in Indianapolis this week. Zach and Jesse discuss the two Badgers in attendance -- Vinny Anthony and Mason Reiger -- and which will get drafted higher. Then the guys dive into the best potential pros on the current Wisconsin roster and rank the top-5 transfers all-time for the Badgers. They close with some more travel stories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is in the market for a new wide receivers coach. Zach and Jesse discuss the departure of Jordan Reid, its impact on the room and whether this is finally the time Luke Fickell tries to add a former Wisconsin player as a main assistant. The guys also get into some position battles to watch heading into spring ball, a great transfer story in Liam Danitz and they close with their best travel stories from the beat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin athletic director Chris McIntosh spoke with reporters Monday. Zach and Jesse discuss his comments on the job Luke Fickell has done in the offseason, why he still has faith in his coach, the attitude of season ticket holders and more. They also talk about Fickell asking not to be considered for a contract extension, whether Mason Posa is the face of the program and the battle for the backup QB job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers are in the middle of their winter workouts. Zach and Jesse are joined by Brady Collins, Wisconsin's Director of Football Strength and Conditioning, to talk about the changes made this offseason, how they are handling the influx of players from the transfer portal, some early standouts and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin's 2026 schedule is set. Zach and Jesse discuss what appears to be an easier slate than 2025 and whether progress can be judged strictly on the Badgers final record. They also get into a big Junior Day recruiting weekend and talk about Jesse's conversation with Wisconsin QB coach Kenny Guiton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke Fickell met the media Wednesday to discuss Wisconsin's transfer portal haul. Zach and Jesse discuss their biggest takeaways from the 30-minute session, including whether the Badgers have closed the gap to the Big Ten's best. They also get into a ton of listener questions on which transfers will make the biggest impact, their least favorite portal takes and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The transfer portal is closed but Wisconsin stayed busy over the weekend, adding three more players. Zach and Jesse discuss those guys and then go position-by-position to recap the Badgers portal haul.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin stayed busy in the transfer portal adding four more guys since Friday. Zach and Jesse discuss them, including wide receiver Malachi Coleman. Then they introduce the other QB the Badgers signed in Deuce Adams, explain what happened with CB Omillio Agard, talk about the commitment of TE Korz Loken and a little Overreaction, er No?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin got one of their own back from the transfer portal on Thursday. Zach and Jesse discuss what brought Eugene Hilton Jr back to Madison, the latest portal additions and what coach Luke Fickell and GM Marcus Sedberry had to say about the entire transfer portal process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is keeping busy in the transfer portal and now has 18 commits. Zach and Jesse discuss the latest haul, including three cornerbacks. They also get into Joe Brunner's decision to enter the portal and finish his career elsewhere. They close the show by answering a ton of listener questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin was active over the weekend in the transfer portal, adding 10 new players. Zach and Jesse go position-by-position to talk about about what the Badgers are getting in those guys, including RB Abu Sama and linebacker Jon Jon Kamara. They also discuss the areas where more guys are needed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has its starting quarterback for 2026. Old Dominion's Colton Joseph signed with the Badgers on Sunday. Zach and Jesse discuss his recruitment, what he brings to the table and what it says that Wisconsin landed its top option at the position.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The transfer portal will open on Friday. Zach and Jesse talk about the latest news, including Billy Edwards Jr leaving and the importance of landing a new quarterback ASAP. The guys also get into RB coach Devon Spalding heading to Michigan State and they tackle a ton of listener questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of players leaving Wisconsin increased this week with Eugene Hilton Jr and Dilin Jones hitting the portal. Zach and Jesse discuss the moves and some big picture thoughts on the QB and WR rooms. They also get into the addition of CB coach Robert Steeples and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has a new offensive line coach. Zach and Jesse discuss what Eric Mateos had to say when he met the media, including his assertion that he's never failed anywhere he's been. The guys also hit on the latest transfer portal news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The trickle of players entering the transfer portal continued Monday for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse discuss the latest addition, linebacker Christian Alliegro, and its impact on Wisconsin's defense. They also hit on tight end Lance Mason's court case that could allow him to play in 2026 and the departure of Ethan Russo from the recruiting department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a busy Wednesday for Wisconsin. Zach and Jesse are back to talk about the Badgers moving on from OL coach AJ Blazek, hiring former Arkansas OL coach Eric Mateos and wide receiver Trech Kekahuna is back in the transfer portal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.