Bucky’s 5th Quarter

1 day ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Scary Alvarez

Rick Wood / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images As we all know, it’s all too easy to post hot takes on social media. We don’t need objective facts or evidence to seek those precious clicks. So, when I see (or post) RBU relating to the Wisconsin Badgers, it feels right. But, not a ton of deep thought usually goes into that sentiment. Today, I want to ask (then answer) the question: Is Wisconsin really RBU? Do the facts support this position, or are we being delusional?

4 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Kyle Thele |Rohan Chakravarthi

Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Wisconsin Badgers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Wisconsin Badgers are locked and loaded for the 2025-26 season, making waves in the transfer portal as they transition from a senior-laden team this past season.

5 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Mark Hoffman / USA TODAY NETWORK The Wisconsin Badgers have secured a commitment from 2026 three-star tight end Jack Sievers, he announced on Monday evening. Sievers, who attends Archbishop Murphy High School in Everett, Washington, is a 6’4, 225-pound tight end known for his athleticism and ability with the football in his hands. Wisconsin was the favorite for the three-star coming into the weekend and was able to close, getting them their first tight end of the class.

5 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images In a turn of events, the Wisconsin Badgers are losing one of their commits, as the Ole Miss Rebels have flipped 2026 three-star defensive lineman Carmelow Reed following an official visit this weekend. Reed, a 6’7, 250-pound defensive end, had committed to Wisconsin back in early April. However, his recruitment continued to grow, as schools like Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Missouri, and LSU all offered in March.

5 days ago | buckys5thquarter.com | Rohan Chakravarthi

Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images The Wisconsin Badgers had a lot to replace this offseason, losing 10 players, including six seniors, from their 2024-25 roster,That meant it was going to be a crucial transfer portal cycle and head coach Greg Gard delivered, landing guard Nick Boyd, forward Austin Rapp, and wing Andrew Rohde early in the offseason.