Episode Details

PORTAL PRIORITIES: Wisconsin Badgers, Greg Gard, and Colton Joseph MUST Improve in 2026-27 SEASON. Why does Wisconsin Badgers basketball keep exceeding expectations with Greg Gard at the helm? Host Ryan Herrings breaks down why Gard’s coaching ceiling, portal recruiting prowess, and steady leadership keep him vital for the program—even amid March frustrations. Listener questions spark heated debate over Gard’s resourcefulness versus tournament shortcomings and whether the Badgers should gamble on finding a new head coach. Key topics include the top five most important Wisconsin Badgers football players for the upcoming season—including Colton Joseph, Kevin Haywood, and Marvin Burks Jr.—alongside bold takes on offensive depth, Jeff Grimes’ rebuilt quarterback room, and concerns at pass rush and receiver. The show also explores how the loss of Nick Boyd and potential transfer of John Blackwell impact Badgers basketball, with a spotlight on new transfer Owen Foxwell’s fit. Can Wisconsin’s momentum on the recruiting trail ignite a new era for fans in Madison? Wisconsin Badgers, Badgers football, Badgers basketball, Greg Gard, Owen Foxwell, John Blackwell, Colton Joseph, Kevin Haywood, Austin Kawecki, Marvin Burks Jr, Sebastian Cheeks, Mason Posa, Cooper Cavalano, Deuce Adams, Carter Smith, Ryan Hopkins, Nick Boyd, Hayden Jones, Will Garlock, Braden Carrington, Kaden Kinzinger, college basketball news, Badgers transfer portal, Big Ten football, Wisconsin sports updates Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOBadgers?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RyanAndBucky Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnBadgers Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Mazda Like our players, we’re driven by the details. Highlights make the reel. But the work behind them makes it count.
The all-new Mazda CX-5. More to move every side of you. Wayfair Get last-minute hosting essentials, gifts for all your loved ones, and decor to celebrate the holidays for WAY less. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.  Wayfair. Every style. Every home.  TurboTax This year you’re getting a major upgrade — Intuit TurboTax now has in-person locations nationwide. Visit http://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. Robinhood You’re no longer just a spectator. Play by play. You decide. Trade Every Play with Robinhood. Now available across the U.S. Download the Robinhood app now to begin. Futures and cleared swaps trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Event contracts are offered by Robinhood Derivatives, LLC., a registered futures commission merchant and swap firm. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) 
 

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See