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The Jump Around

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64 episodes

18 hours ago

The Wisconsin Badgers offense has hit rock bottom — ranked 125th in passing and near the bottom of the Power Four. With Carter Smith rumored to start at quarterback, The Jump Around crew debates whether Luke Fickell should hand the keys to the freshman and start planning for the future. NBC’s Nicole Auerbach joins the show to give her national perspective on the Badgers, the growing pains of Fickell’s first seasons, and how Wisconsin fits into the modern college football landscape. Plus: 🏈 Could former Badger Jason Eck be a better fit than Fickell as head coach? 🔥 JJ Watt’s frustration on The Pat McAfee Show - are former players turning on the program? 🏀 A quick look at Wisconsin basketball’s 96-64 win and John Blackwell’s breakout performance. 💻 The Matt Brown Saga on Twitter - why can't Badgers fans have anything nice? 📺 The Jump Around airs Thursdays at 12:30 PM CT on ESPN Madison & ESPN Milwaukee

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The Wisconsin Badgers offense has hit rock bottom — ranked 125th in passing and near the bottom of the Power Four. With Carter Smith rumored to start at quarterback, The Jump Around crew debates whether Luke Fickell should hand the keys to the freshman and start planning for the future. NBC’s Nicole Auerbach joins the show to give her national perspective on the Badgers, the growing pains of Fickell’s first seasons, and how Wisconsin fits into the modern college football landscape. Plus: 🏈 Could former Badger Jason Eck be a better fit than Fickell as head coach? 🔥 JJ Watt’s frustration on The Pat McAfee Show - are former players turning on the program? 🏀 A quick look at Wisconsin basketball’s 96-64 win and John Blackwell’s breakout performance. 💻 The Matt Brown Saga on Twitter - why can't Badgers fans have anything nice? 📺 The Jump Around airs Thursdays at 12:30 PM CT on ESPN Madison & ESPN Milwaukee

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The Jump Around

Ep. 61 - Is Carter Smith THE ANSWER at QB for the Wisconsin Badgers? + Nicole Auerbach Joins!

The Wisconsin Badgers offense has hit rock bottom — ranked 125th in passing and near the bottom of the Power Four. With Carter Smith rumored to start at quarterback, The Jump Around crew debates whether Luke Fickell should hand the keys to the freshman and start planning for the future. NBC’s Nicole Auerbach joins the show to give her national perspective on the Badgers, the growing pains of Fickell’s first seasons, and how Wisconsin fits into the modern college football landscape. Plus: 🏈 Could former Badger Jason Eck be a better fit than Fickell as head coach? 🔥 JJ Watt’s frustration on The Pat McAfee Show - are former players turning on the program? 🏀 A quick look at Wisconsin basketball’s 96-64 win and John Blackwell’s breakout performance. 💻 The Matt Brown Saga on Twitter - why can't Badgers fans have anything nice? 📺 The Jump Around airs Thursdays at 12:30 PM CT on ESPN Madison & ESPN Milwaukee

18 hours ago

52 minutes

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Ep. 60 - Wisconsin Donor DEFENDS Luke Fickell and Chris McIntosh? + Collin Wilder Joins!

It’s Pablo Iglesias & Jim Rutledge on The Jump Around! Today, they discuss Wisconsin football super-donor Ted Kellner standing by Luke Fickell and Chris McIntosh despite the Badgers’ struggles... should fans trust the process? They break down Kellner’s comments from Jim Polzin’s BadgerExtra article, debate the future of Wisconsin football, and tackle the big questions: Should the Badgers recruit more in-state talent? What’s the truth about the NIL and transfer portal changes coming next year? Plus, former Badgers safety Collin Wilder joins the show to share his thoughts on the state of the program and his best memories from Madison.

1 week ago

48 minutes

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Ep. 59 - Is Luke Fickell Still an Outsider as a Wisconsin Badger? + Jordan Taylor Joins!

It’s Pablo Iglesias & Jim Rutledge on The Jump Around! Today, they discuss the feeling that Luke Fickell still seems like an outsider in the state of Wisconsin despite it being year three of his tenure. They also try to hammer down what the bigger issue is with Badgers football right now: the NIL/recruiting or the coaching itself? UW seems to answer that question differently than most... Riley takes the fellas into the Wisconsin Twitter Portal with some broader questions about college football and some preseason disrespect towards Badgers basketball from national pundits. Finally, Wisconsin basketball legend and UW Hall of Famer Jordan Taylor joins the show! He talks being teammates with Ben Brust, his time at Wisconsin, why he's incredibly high on this year's Badgers team, and much more!

2 weeks ago

50 minutes

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EXTRA - Wisconsin AD Chris McIntosh SUPPORTS Luke Fickell?! Now What for Badgers Football?

It’s Pablo Iglesias & Jim Rutledge on The Jump Around EXTRA! Today, they discuss the hopeless state of Wisconsin Badgers football and the letter of support that AD Chris McIntosh sent out to Badgers fans and alumni this morning. It seems like Fickell is sticking around for at least the rest of the season... what does that mean for the Wisconsin football program?

2 weeks ago

35 minutes

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Ep. 58 - Wisconsin Badgers Football HOPELESS vs No.1 Ohio State? + David Gilreath Joins!

It’s Pablo Iglesias & Jim Rutledge on The Jump Around! Today, they discuss the hopeless state of Wisconsin Badgers football heading into Saturday's game versus No. 1 Ohio State at Camp Randall. What's going to be at stake with the 1994, 1999, and 2000 Rose Bowl teams in town, what did Barry Alvarez have to say about the lack of PRIDE for this football team, and how much is the Wisconsin administration losing by not firing Luke Fickell sooner rather than later? They also discuss The Athletic ranking Wisconsin football as the most HOPELESS program in college football and the latest proud UW alums calling out Wisconsin's administrators to DO SOMETHING about Luke Fickell and this program! Then, Wisconsin Badgers football legend David Gilreath joins to talk about the 15th anniversary of his 2010 team upsetting No. 1 Ohio State and his iconic opening kickoff TD return!

3 weeks ago

48 minutes

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Ep. 57 - Wisconsin Badgers HISTORICALLY Rough Under Fickell? + Brad Nortman Joins!

It’s Pablo & Jim on The Jump Around! Today they ask the question, which stat is more damning in the Luke Fickell era, his 0-8 record against Top 25 teams or his 2-4 record in trophy games? They quickly recap the Michigan game before previewing potentially the Badgers most winnable game the rest of the season against Iowa. The guys also talk about the incredibly low over/under for Wisconsin's game this weekend, which, while typically for Iowa, may reflect how inept the Badgers offense has been this season. Finally, Riley takes the guys into the Twitter Portal involving some Big Noon, RBU, and coaching comparison conversations before former Wisconsin punter, host of Kyle, Brust, and Nortman, and fake punt extraordinaire Brad Nortman joins the show!

4 weeks ago

53 minutes

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Ep. 56 - Wisconsin Badgers QB Woes the Cause of Fickell's Failure? + Kelly Stouffer Joins!

It’s Pablo & Jim on The Jump Around! Today they ponder the question, would things be different if Fickell just had his starting QB the past three seasons? They also question, why exactly are you still watching the Badgers? What makes you want to turn on the TV and struggle through a Wisconsin football game? There's also some basketball discussion for the first time in a while as the sudden news of Kirk Penney's departure has the guys rattled. Finally, Riley takes the guys into the Twitter Portal involving some sports betting, underdogs, and Mr. Brightside before ESPN college football analyst and former Seattle Seahawks QB Kelly Stouffer joins the show!

1 month ago

48 minutes

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Ep. 55 - Wisconsin Badgers a DEBACLE Under Fick & Mac + Adam Rittenberg Joins!

It’s Pablo & Jim on The Jump Around! They react to Barry Alvarez's viral clip stating that Badgers fans are spoiled rotten, which the guys think might be a bit tone deaf. Then they look at the debacle that is the current Wisconsin Badgers football team and ponder how they can salvage their season, what changes need to be made moving forward, and do either Fickell or AD Chris McIntosh survive to see next season? Riley takes the guys into a more depressing than usual Twitter Portal before ESPN Big Ten reporter Adam Rittenberg joins the show!

1 month ago

41 minutes

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EXTRA - Wisconsin Badgers at an ALL TIME LOW + Preparing for Life After Fickell

It's Pablo and Jim on an emergency episode of The Jump Around Extra! After a brutal, program-defining loss to Maryland over the weekend, it's time to take a look at the state of the Wisconsin Badgers program. It's clear they aren't moving in the right direction under Luke Fickell, so where do they go from here? The guys discuss as well as start looking at which coaches should replace Fickell in the near future.

1 month ago

37 minutes

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Ep. 54 - Is Maryland a Must-Win for Luke Fickell? + Wisconsin Player Interviews!

It’s Pablo & Jim on The Jump Around! They recap the brutal showing for the Badgers against Alabama, preview Maryland this weekend, and start to ponder the question: Is Luke Fickell's time at Wisconsin in jeopardy with a loss or unconvincing win against Maryland? When will we start to see improvements? They react to a disheartening discussion from Jen, Gabe, & Chewy, Barry Alvarez, and the head coach himself! Riley lightens the mood with some Badgers Twitter Portal shenanigans before they play interviews with Wisconsin LB Mason Reiger and WR Jayden Ballard!

1 month ago

50 minutes

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Ep. 53 - Wisconsin Badgers - Alabama Crimson Tide Preview + Sojourn Shelton Joins!

It’s Pablo & Jim on The Jump Around! Today after a quick takeaway from the Badgers 42-10 victory over Middle Tennessee, it's all about the Badgers looking to roll over the Tide. The guys give their takes on what needs to happen for Bucky to pull off the upset, and what they need to avoid if Wisconsin doesn't want to walk away whipped. They delve a little bit into a conversation on historical matchups and then turn their attention to a fun conversation from Unsportsmanlike about safety schools. Riley brings the fellas into the Twitter portal with a Luke Fickell quote, some AP Poll drama, and the Badgers national relevancy before former All-Big 10 Badgers CB Sojourn Shelton joins the show! He discusses what differences he sees between this year's team and the last couple of Fickell squads, his experience playing against Alabama, Wisconsin's keys to victory, and much more!

1 month ago

56 minutes

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Ep. 52 - Barry Says Wisconsin Badgers Favored Over Alabama?? + MTSU Preview

It’s Pablo & Jim on The Jump Around! Today the guys give their thoughts on the Badgers 17-0 shutout over the Miami (OH) RedHawks, preview Wisconsin's Week 2 matchup with Middle Tennessee, and react to Barry Alvarez's bold proclamation that the Badgers will be favored over Alabama?? They also react to Fickell's comments on Danny O'Neil's "athletic arrogance". Finally, Riley takes the fellas into the Badgers Twitter Portal before they wrap up the show!

2 months ago

40 minutes

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Ep. 51 - Wisconsin Badgers vs Miami RedHawks Gameday Show + Melvin Gordon Joins!

It’s Pablo & Jim on The Jump Around! It's gameday Madison! The fellas get you ready for the Badgers season-opening tilt with the Miami (OH) RedHawks by taking a look at some big picture questions heading into the 2025 season. Jim just wants clarity, in his mind there's nothing worse than a five win season. Where do you stand? They also take a look at where fan attitude is at, more invested or indifferent? It seems indifferent leads the clubhouse at present... Barry Alvarez isn't sold on making rash judgements after Week 1, Pablo and Jim feel a bit different. Finally, Riley takes a look at Camp Randall nostalgia before they're joined by Badgers legend Melvin Gordon to get you ready for gameday!

2 months ago

48 minutes

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Ep. 50 - New Unis & Expectations for Wisconsin Badgers Football + Jim Polzin Joins

It’s Pablo, Riley, & Jim on The Jump Around! Pablo & Riley handle the brunt of the show as they start with the sobering reports surrounding Marisa Mosely and Wisconsin women's basketball. Afterwards they tackle a lighter topic in the Badgers new uniforms that were revealed today! Are alternate uniforms a curse for Wisconsin football? Then the guys take a look at national expectations for the Badgers, are they fair? What are our expectations for Luke Fickell's squad in 2025? They finish up with a conversation on what would be the most important marquee win this season before Riley takes us into the Twitter Portal which includes a national championship discussion, Matt Rhule's new podcast (??), and the best plays in college football history before Badgers beat reporter for the Wisconsin State Journal & Madison.com Jim Polzin joins Jim and Pablo!

2 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

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Ep. 49 - What Is the Standard for Wisconsin Badgers Football? + Isaac Miller Joins!

It’s Pablo and Riley on The Jump Around! Jim is out on vacation this week so it's the young guns' time to shine! Pablo reports back from his time at camp and gives his most important observations. While at practice, Pablo asked CB Ricardo Hallman what the standard was for Wisconsin football, how did he answer? Is it correct? The guys also take a look at who has the most to prove this season, Jake Butts' comments on Jeff Grimes, and more! Riley takes us into the Twitter Portal which includes a national championship discussion, a formal invitation, and a blue bloods debate before Wisconsin recruit and Catholic Memorial standout Isaac Miller joins the show!

2 months ago

58 minutes

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Ep. 48 - Wisconsin Badgers Fall Camp Feelings, Top Traditions + Jake Kocorowski!

It’s Jim and Riley on The Jump Around! Pablo Iglesias is on assignment in Platteville watching the Badgers as they're now a week and change into their time in P-Vegas. Jim and Riley give their thoughts on what they've been most impressed by and what is still cause for concern ahead of Week 1. Also, ESPN's Harry Douglas ranked the best traditions in college football, where does Jump Around fall? Riley takes us into the Twitter Portal which includes a uniform debate, sacrificing Badgers success, and more SEC bias before Wisconsin beat reporter for Badger Observer Jake Kocorowski joins the show!

3 months ago

45 minutes

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Ep. 47 - Wisconsin Badgers Media Day & Fall Camp Reactions + Exclusive Interviews!

It’s Pablo and Jim on The Jump Around! Badgers football had their local media day on Monday and began fall camp in Platteville on Tuesday. That means it's time for the guys to break it all down. They react to the most impactful moments from HC Luke Fickell, new OC Jeff Grimes, and DC Mike Tressel, while also giving their thoughts on where Wisconsin stands less than a month away from kickoff. Then Riley once again takes us into the Twitter Portal before debuting three exclusive, 1 on 1 interviews with WR Vinny Anthony, OL Riley Mahlman, and LB Darryl Peterson!

3 months ago

59 minutes

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Ep. 46 - Reactions to Wisconsin Football at Big Ten Media Days + Evan Flood Joins!

It’s Pablo and Jim on The Jump Around! Now that Luke Fickell, Billy Edwards Jr., Ricardo Hallman, and Jake Renfro have spoken at Big Ten Media Days, it's time to react! The guys take us through the highlights from yesterday and give their thoughts on what the leaders of the Badgers football program had to say. Then Riley once again takes us into the Twitter Portal before Wisconsin Badgers beat reporter for On3, Evan Flood, joins the show to lend his insider perspective!

3 months ago

58 minutes

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Ep. 45 - NCAA Hates Wisconsin, JJ Watt, Defensive Predictions + Alex Donno Joins!

It’s Pablo and Jim on The Jump Around! Now that the NCAA has won their appeal against Badgers CB Nyzier Fourqurean, resulting in him being ineligible, it begs the question, does the NCAA hate Wisconsin? They discuss this along with making predictions for the Wisconsin defense this season. JJ Watt's appearance at practice yesterday is also of note before Riley takes us into the Badgers Twitter Portal. Finally, Miami Hurricanes beat reporter for LockedOnCanes Alex Donno joins the show to talk Xavier Lucas, the national perspective of Wisconsin, the pseudo-rivalry between the programs and much more!

3 months ago

49 minutes

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Ep. 44 - Rivalries & Offense Predictions for 2025 + Ben Brust Joins!

Jim and Pablo are back on The Jump Around! This week they tackle The Athletic ranking two Wisconsin rivalries in their Top 100, as well as make their bold predictions for the Badgers new look offense this season under Jeff Grimes. The Badgers Twitter Portal also makes an appearance before the guys are joined by 2014 Final Four member Ben Brust! He talks Made 'Em Believe, an event that celebrated the 2015 Wisconsin MBB team, his thoughts on Greg Gard's current squad, educates Jim and Pablo on some terminology and much more!

3 months ago

59 minutes