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  • Portal Madness + CFP Secrets: Barry Alvarez on the Future of Wisconsin Football

    Portal Madness + CFP Secrets: Barry Alvarez on the Future of Wisconsin Football
    2025/12/16
    This week on The Barry Alvarez Show, the former Wisconsin coach and athletic director dives deep into the two biggest stories in college football: the transfer portal explosion and the newly finalized College Football Playoff field. With more players entering the portal than ever before, Coach Alvarez breaks down: 🔄 How the transfer portal is reshaping rosters nationally 🧭 What Wisconsin must prioritize this offseason 💰 How NIL + portal movement impacts the Badgers’ ability to compete 🧱 Why offensive and defensive line depth matters more than ever ⏳ Whether Wisconsin’s rebuild can accelerate in the portal era As a former College Football Playoff committee member, Barry also shares rare insight into: 🏆 How committees evaluate teams today 📊 How roster turnover affects a program’s CFP chances 🔍 What Wisconsin must do to get back into national contention 🌎 How conference realignment changes the CFP landscape Plus: What teams got the CFP selection right? Who was left out? And how does new playoff seeding connect back to roster construction through the portal? Whether you're a Wisconsin fan tracking every offseason move or a college football diehard following the evolution of the sport, this episode offers unmatched perspective from one of the most influential figures in Badgers history.
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    45 分
  • How Far Is Wisconsin From the CFP? + Recruiting & Badgers Future - The Barry Alvarez Show

    How Far Is Wisconsin From the CFP? + Recruiting & Badgers Future - The Barry Alvarez Show
    2025/12/09
    The Barry Alvarez Show returns with a loaded episode breaking down one of the most dramatic finishes to a college football season in recent memory. With the College Football Playoff field officially set, and Indiana stunning Ohio State to win the 2025 Big Ten Championship Game, Wisconsin fans are asking some big-picture questions about the future of the Badgers’ program. Rose Bowl Champions Derek Engler & Tarek Saleh share insight on: 🏆 The final College Football Playoff field and who has the clearest path to the national title 😳 Indiana’s Big Ten Championship win over Ohio State, how it happened and what it means for the conference 🔴 How far away Wisconsin is from competing for Big Ten titles and CFP spots 🧭 What Wisconsin must fix to return to championship relevance ✍️ Recruiting after National Signing Day, where the Badgers improved and where they still need help 🔄 Transfer portal priorities, positional needs, and program identity 🏈 NFL notes and storylines as the playoff push heats up Even without Barry, his former players provide the perspective only they can: how Wisconsin stacks up in the new Big Ten, whether the Badgers’ rebuilding timeline is realistic, and what it will take to climb back into championship conversations. 📺 Watch live on the ESPN Madison & ESPN Milwaukee YouTube channels 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for weekly Wisconsin football insight, analysis, and exclusive interviews.
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    47 分
  • Wisconsin’s WORST Season in 30 Years | Barry Alvarez on 4-8 Badgers, Minnesota Loss, Lane Kiffin, and More!

    Wisconsin’s WORST Season in 30 Years | Barry Alvarez on 4-8 Badgers, Minnesota Loss, Lane Kiffin, and More!
    2025/12/02
    The Wisconsin Badgers hit a historic low on Saturday, falling 17–7 to Minnesota in the Axe Game and closing the season at 4-8, their worst record since 1995. The loss also puts Minnesota ahead in the all-time series 64-63-8, and the Gophers have now won four of the last five matchups against Wisconsin... On tonight’s edition of The Barry Alvarez Show, the former Wisconsin head coach and athletic director reacts to the state of the program and breaks down what this disappointing season means for the Badgers going forward. We discuss: 🪓 What went wrong vs. Minnesota? 📉 How does Wisconsin rebound from a 4–8 season? 🧭 Where Luke Fickell’s program stands heading into Year 3 ❗ CFP and Lane Kiffin's shocking departure from Ole Miss to LSU 📺 Watch live tonight on the ESPN Madison YouTube channel 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for weekly Badgers discussions and exclusive interviews.
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    57 分
  • Is Wisconsin Football Back? | Barry Alvarez Reacts to Badgers’ Win Over Illinois + AXE WEEK

    Is Wisconsin Football Back? | Barry Alvarez Reacts to Badgers’ Win Over Illinois + AXE WEEK
    2025/11/25
    It's The Barry Alvarez Show after the Wisconsin Badgers’ big win over Illinois! Join Barry Alvarez, Derek Engler, and Jesse Nelson as they break down the bounce-back victory, the growing confidence in Luke Fickell’s team, and how Wisconsin can recapture the Axe this Saturday against Minnesota Tonight’s Topics: 🔴 What changed in the win over Illinois? Offense, toughness, and execution 🔴 How this team can finish strong, regain the Axe, and have positive momentum heading into 2026 🔴 Luke Fickell’s leadership and the culture shift taking hold 🔴 What the victory means for recruiting, alumni, and the future of Wisconsin Football 🎙 Presented by NUTRL Vodka Seltzer
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    48 分
  • Barry Alvarez Reacts to Wisconsin’s Loss to Indiana + Bret Bielema’s Return & Joe Thomas Fixes UW

    Barry Alvarez Reacts to Wisconsin’s Loss to Indiana + Bret Bielema’s Return & Joe Thomas Fixes UW
    2025/11/18
    After a tough 31–7 loss to #2 Indiana, the Badgers look to bounce back, and The Barry Alvarez Show LIVE from Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in Middleton breaks it all down! Barry Alvarez joins Derek Engler, Tarek Saleh, and Jesse Nelson to discuss what went wrong in Bloomington, what needs to change before Illinois comes to town, and the emotions surrounding Bret Bielema’s return to Madison. Plus: 🏈 What the Badgers can learn from the Indiana game 🔴 How Wisconsin can regroup heading into Senior Day at Camp Randall 👀 The importance of in-state recruiting — and how Jake Ferguson’s legacy ties into the Badgers’ future 🎙️ Sponsored by NUTRL Vodka Seltzer
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    44 分
  • BADGERS WIN! Barry Alvarez Reacts to UW Defeating Washington - Does Wisconsin Need To Rebuild?

    BADGERS WIN! Barry Alvarez Reacts to UW Defeating Washington - Does Wisconsin Need To Rebuild?
    2025/11/14
    The Coach himself goes LIVE with ESPN Madison on The Barry Alvarez Show, reacting to the Badgers' BIG win vs No. 23 Washington! They also get into AD Chris McIntosh's announcement that Fickell will return in 2026, tackle in-state recruiting, debate whether or not this program needs a rebuild, and look ahead to Wisconsin's matchup with the No. 2 Indiana Hoosiers this weekend! Don’t miss this candid, must-watch conversation with the man who changed Wisconsin Football forever, only on ESPN Madison’s YouTube channel. 🎙️ Sponsored by NUTRL Vodka Seltzer
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    44 分
  • Can Wisconsin Badgers Battle After Their Bye Week? + Ask Barry Anything!

    Can Wisconsin Badgers Battle After Their Bye Week? + Ask Barry Anything!
    2025/11/04
    LIVE from the Hard Rock Casino Rockford, the Barry Alvarez Show resets after the Badgers bye week. Barry Alvarez, Derek Engler, Tarek Saleh, and Jesse Nelson break down how the Badgers can still have a successful season the rest of the way, the tumultuous QB situation, and much more! Coach Alvarez also takes this week and the extended show to answer all of your questions! 🎙️ Sponsored by NUTRL Vodka Seltzer
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  • Has Luke Fickell LOST the Wisconsin Badgers? + In-State Recruiting Rundown

    Has Luke Fickell LOST the Wisconsin Badgers? + In-State Recruiting Rundown
    2025/10/28
    After an inspired effort against Oregon that resulted in a 21-7 loss, Barry and the gang give their thoughts — Does Luke Fickell still have locker room? Should the Badgers continue to roll out Hunter Simmons at QB? And much more! Plus, the crew reacts to FS1’s Tim Brando calling out “Wisconsin podcasters” for criticizing Fickell’s recruiting strategy. Is the criticism fair, or is the Badgers’ staff being unfairly targeted? Barry gives his honest perspective on the state of Wisconsin football, recruiting in the Fickell era, and what needs to change moving forward. Alongside Rose Bowl Champions Derek Engler and Tarek Saleh, with Jesse Nelson keeping everyone in check, it's The Barry Alvarez Show LIVE from Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in Middleton!
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    47 分