The Badger Backer

The Badger Backer

The Badger Backer Roundup: NFL Raids and the 2027 In-State Push
A costly road loss in Columbus, coaches with Wisconsin ties jump to the NFL, and a breakdown of the 2027 "locked-in" visit list.
 • Christian Borman
Badgers Stumble in Columbus, Fall 86-69 to Ohio State
Wisconsin's hopes for a double-bye in the Big Ten Tournament took a hit after the Badgers come out flat in a loss to the short-handed Buckeyes.
 • Christian Borman
Wisconsin vs. Ohio State Basketball Preview: Can the Badgers Stay Hot in Columbus?
Wisconsin heads to Ohio State looking for a season sweep, while the banged-up Buckeyes try to stop the bleeding.
 • Christian Borman
The Wisconsin Badgers "What If" Series — Ch. 2: What If the Refs Got it Right? The Blown Call That Cost Wisconsin a National Title—and…
From a missed call to a missed era: The fallout of the 2015 National Championship.
 • Christian Borman
Badgers Dismantle No. 10 Michigan State 92-71 Behind Boyd’s 29 Points
Nick Boyd erupts for 29 points as the Badgers become the first team in the nation to secure three top-10 wins this season.
 • Christian Borman
The Badger Backer Roundup: Stripe Out vs. Sparty & The "Stay Home" Movement
Wisconsin basketball hosts No. 10 Michigan State, Korz Loken anchors the 2027 football class, and the latest results from the spring golf season.
 • Christian Borman
Wisconsin vs. Michigan State Basketball Preview: Can the "Cardiac Kids" Pull Off Another Top-10 Upset?
Both teams are fresh off overtime wins against Illinois. Here is everything you need to know for tonight’s battle for Big Ten positioning.
 • Christian Borman
The "Cardiac Kids" Do It Again: Badgers Erase Late Deficit to Stun No. 8 Illinois in Overtime
For the fifth time in nine games, Wisconsin overcame a double-digit deficit to secure a victory, this time knocking off a top-10 rival on the road.
 • Christian Borman
Wisconsin vs. Illinois Basketball Preview: Can the Badgers Stun No. 8 Illini?
Can the Wisconsin basketball team shake off the disappointing loss at Indiana and shock one of the hottest teams in the country on the road?
 • Christian Borman
The Wisconsin Badgers "What If" Series - Ch. 1: What If J.J. Watt Stayed at Wisconsin in 2011?
Analyzing the sliding door moment that could have paired J.J. Watt with Russell Wilson and Montee Ball to lead the Badgers to a National Championship.
 • Christian Borman
A Prodigal Badger Returns: Bucks Acquire Nigel Hayes-Davis
How the Milwaukee Bucks’ trade for Nigel Hayes-Davis reunites a Wisconsin basketball legend with the 414
 • Christian Borman
Ceiling vs. Floor: Predicting the Chaos of Wisconsin’s Final Month
Predicting the ceiling and floor in the final stretch of the Wisconsin basketball regular season. Can the Badgers sneak into the top 4 and clinch a…
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