The Camp: A Wisconsin Badgers Football Podcast

Wisconsin is getting ready for a visit from Nebraska. The guys preview the game, discuss which team has an advantage at quarterback, are joined by The Athletic's Mitch Sherman to get a look at what the Huskers have been through this season and they give their picks for this weekend's games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Make it six straight wins for Wisconsin. The guys look back at another huge day for Braelon Allen, Graham Mertz and the offense. They also chat about the effort from the defense, especially the inside linebacker duo of Leo Chenal and Jack Sanborn. They finish the show by taking your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin running back Chez Mellusi is done for the season. The guys talk about what is next for the Badgers in the backfield, including a bigger role for Julius Davis. They also touch on just how dominant Wisconsin's run defense has been, go through some over/unders for the Northwestern game and give their weekend picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has won five straight after dominating Rutgers 52-3. The guys are back from New Jersey after little to no sleep to breakdown Graham Mertz and the passing game showing signs of progress, talking about a worrisome injury in the backfield and discussing another great effort from the defense. They also talk about Wisconsin's chances to run the table, whether they can compete in the Big Ten title game and what would be considered a successful season. They finish by answering your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is headed to Rutgers this weekend. The guys talk about the game and give their weekend picks. They also discuss OLB Nick Herbig's development, RB coach Gary Brown's changing expectations for Braelon Allen and Paul Chryst's comments on the impact of the transfer portal on UW. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin has beaten ranked teams in back-to-back weeks for the first time since 2017. The guys discuss the latest, a 27-7 win over No. 9 Iowa, in which the defense dominated, Braelon Allen topped 100 yards again and Graham Mertz did enough. They also talk about how The Grit Factory started, Collin Wilder's comments on transfers, play some 'Overreaction or No' and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers will welcome the Hawkeyes to town on Saturday. The guys breakdown the game and get some perspective from the Iowa side of things with The Athletic's Scott Dochterman. They also discuss the recent influx of Wisconsin players into the transfer portal and make their picks for the weekend's biggest games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin put itself back into contention for a Big Ten West title with its win at Purdue. The guys breakdown a remarkable defensive effort, the run game producing for a third straight game and the continued struggles in the pass game. They also play some Overreaction or No? and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin heads to Purdue this weekend to face the 25th-ranked Boilermakers. The guys talk about the challenges the Badgers will face on both sides of the ball, debate some over/unders for the game and give their predictions. They also talk about the Devin Chandler situation and whether his complaints have any merit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is back at .500 after a win over Army. The guys talk about Leo Chenal and Jack Sanborn's big nights, the emergence of Braelon Allen, Paul Chryst not going for 2 late, the Big Ten West being wide open and they answer your Twitter questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is getting set to host Army this Saturday. The guys talk about the unique offense the Black Nights will bring with them, along with some discussion about the Jalen Berger situation, debate some over/unders and make their picks for the weekend's biggest games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers took care of business in Champaign. Zach and Jesse talk about the great days for Chez Mellusi and Braelon Allen, wonder where Jalen Berger was, discuss a bounce back day for the OL, play some 'Overreaction or No' and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin will play its first true road game of the season at Illinois. The guys talk about the leaders trying to keep the team together, how Graham Mertz will play, what the last nine years might have looked like if Bret Bielema hadn't left and they give you their picks for the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin dropped to 1-3 for the first time in 31 years with a loss to Michigan. The guys look at what happened in the loss and also a bigger picture take on the state of the program. They also take your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is getting ready to face Michigan but there are still questions about what's happened to the offense in the first three games. The guys dig into the numbers with Graham Mertz and the offensive line, talk with The Athletic's Austin Meek to learn about the Wolverines, and they give their weekend picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin fell apart in the fourth quarter and lost 41-13 to Notre Dame in Chicago. The guys breakdown what they saw, including the continued struggles of Graham Mertz, the overall ineptitude on offense, and another impressive effort from the defense. They also play a some 'Overreaction or No' and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Badgers are getting ready to head to Chicago to face Notre Dame. Zach and Jesse breakdown the game, talk about what a win would mean for Wisconsin's program, play some Fact or Fiction and give their game predictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Notre Dame week for the Badgers. Zach and Jesse talk about Jack Coan vs his former team, which QB has more pressure on them and potential X-factors in the game. The guys are also joined by The Athletic's Pete Sampson to get a look at things from Notre Dame's side. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Bernstein returns! The former Wisconsin fullback joins Zach to talk about what's going on in his life, what he's seen from the Badgers in the first two games and what he expects against Notre Dame.  Zach and Jesse talk about what makes a season good or great for Wisconsin and whether this year's team can be the latter. They also make their weekend picks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse breakdown Wisconsin's win over Eastern Michigan. The guys talk about the three-headed monster at running back, concerns with the passing game, another standout effort from the defense, they play Overreaction er No and they take your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin is getting ready to play Eastern Michigan on Saturday. Zach and Jesse talk about the latest on Jalen Berger, facing former Wisconsin QB commit Ben Bryant, Paul Chryst's thoughts on the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and their picks for some of this weekend's biggest games.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wisconsin opened the season with a 16-10 loss to Penn State. Zach and Jesse breakdown the rough day for Graham Mertz and the offense, talk about Jalen Berger not playing, discuss the big plays allowed by the defense, play a game of 'Overreaction or no' and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse discuss Wisconsin-Penn State, give their predictions for the game and the Big Ten season, chat about the special bond Scott Nelson and Collin Wilder have, and talk about the impact of the Loyal Crawford/Antwan Roberts situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse talk about the start of game week for the Badgers, breaking down the first depth chart and giving updates on Danny Davis. They also talk about what players or coach is under the most pressure heading into the season and are joined by The Athletic's Audrey Snyder to get the Penn State side of things. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse talk about the injury updates on Danny Davis and Tyler Beach, along with the knee condition that impacted Jalen Berger's use. They also hit on the chances Wisconsin beats Ohio State and wins the Big Ten, are joined by BadgerBlitz's Jon McNamara to talk recruiting and they end the show by debating some season over/unders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fall camp is now closed to the media. Zach and Jesse talk about everything they saw over the eight practices, including Graham Mertz's strong finish, injury concerns with Danny Davis and the OL, and where the battle at running back stands. They also play some Sold or Not Sold and discuss the proposed Big Ten/Pac-12/ACC Alliance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse talk about what they've seen through four practices, including Graham Mertz's performance, the running back battle, players that have impressed and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, the guy's talk about Jesse's Q&A with former Wisconsin Director of Player Personnel Saeed Khalif, and then breakdown the good and bad from Tuesday morning's practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse talk about the little they saw at the first day of fall camp, along with everything they learned during media day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse preview fall camp by going position-by-position on both sides of the ball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse are at Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis. They talk about what they heard from the three Badgers in attendance, former UW AD Barry Alvarez's new job, former UW coach Bret Bielema being back in the conference and some questions heading into fall camp.  Zach is also joined for interviews by Alvarez, LB Jack Sanborn, TE Jake Ferguson, CB Faion Hicks, Minnesota RB Mo Ibrahim and the Wisconsin State Journal's Jim Polzin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse talk about the promotion of Chris McIntosh to athletic director, the addition of Chez Mellusi to the running back room, the impact of Director of Player Personnel Saeed Khalif moving to Michigan State and 2021 WR Skyler Bell joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach catches up with former Wisconsin fullback Matt Bernstein, hears from BadgerBlitz.com's Jon McNamara on a huge month of June for recruiting and chats with 2022 quarterback commit Myles Burkett. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse recap what they saw during spring practice, talk about the latest transfer news and are joined by John and Leo Chenal for a fun interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple discuss what they've seen at Wisconsin's spring practices, some young players that have been impressing, Jesse's conversation with former running backs coach John Settle and some of the rule changes coming to college football this fall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse breakdown what they saw in the first two practices open to the media, including guys that stood out, some early injury concerns and how quarterback Graham Mertz is looking. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach and Jesse talk about Barry Alvarez retiring, what his time at Wisconsin meant, what's next for the athletic department and then get into what they've learned to this point in spring practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple preview Wisconsin spring practice, talk about Paul Chryst taking back play calling duties and discuss personnel and staff changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the final episode of the 2020 season, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple recap the Duke's Mayo Bowl, talk about the transfers of Jack Coan and Nakia Watson, discuss the players that have decided to return, do a complete breakdown of Wisconsin's 2-deep for 2021 and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple look back at Wisconsin's overtime win vs Minnesota, talk about Jack Coan's decision to transfer, look ahead to the Duke's Mayo Bowl and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this special episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple breakdown Wisconsin's 2021 recruiting class, and are joined by 5-star offensive tackle Nolan Rucci and BadgerBlitz.com's Jon McNamara.  Rucci interview - 23:39  McNamara interview - 40:43 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple look back at another tough offensive performance, discuss what's going on with Graham Mertz, ask if there are any long-term concerns with the program and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple recap another ugly offensive performance, praise the defense for an effort worthy of a win, what seniors could take advantage of another year of eligibility and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple talk about the Indiana game and the impact of Michael Penix's injury, the potential of Wisconsin making up the Minnesota game and a little on the newest 2021 commit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple look back at the ugly loss to Northwestern, what went right and wrong on offense, another great effort from the defense and they answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple talk about the Badgers blowout at Michigan, the impressive efforts from some true freshmen, another dominating night from the defense and they look ahead to a big game at Northwestern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple talk about the Badgers prepping for Michigan after having two games canceled, the status of quarterback Graham Mertz, the commitment of 2021 WR Markus Allen and are joined by Austin Meek of The Athletic to preview the game with the Wolverines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On our second episode of The Camp this week, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple talk about Wisconsin's decision to suspend football activities for a week and cancel the Nebraska game, whether the Badgers will play Purdue, the impact the cancelation has on the rest of the season and answer your Twitter questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple look back at Graham Mertz's impressive starting debut against Illinois, talk about a dominating effort by the defense, debate some of the concerns around the running game and answer your Twitter questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Camp, Zach Heilprin and Jesse Temple breakdown the first depth chart of the season, discuss expectations for Graham Mertz's first start, give their game and season predictions, and answer your Twitter questions.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.