Author: Matthew Brown

Matthew is a lifelong Packers fan and a follower of all sports and pop culture. He also hosts two podcasts Beers and Ears and Discontinued on Display.

Wisconsin Badgers Recruiting: Brandyn Hillman

The Wisconsin Badgers recruiting efforts continue to bring high-profile offers. After securing some big commits for the 2024 cycle, the Badgers have their sights set on more. Luke Fickell and his staff have been heavily involved on the recruiting trail and another four-star recruit, defensive lineman Bryce Young, has received an offer. https://twitter.com/BryceYoung_22/status/1625292771035607040?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1625292771035607040%7Ctwgr%5Ecd053f9b5e5abc6f055c9a59304a04eb92401925%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbadgerswire.usatoday.com%2F2023%2F02%2F15%2Fwisconsin-offers-son-of-nfl-hall-of-famer%2F Wisconsin Badgers Recruiting: Bryce Young Receives Offer No this is not the quarterback in this year’s draft. This Bryce Young is the son of Hall of Famer Bryant Young who had 618 tackles and 89.5 sacks in his career with the 49ers. From Charlotte, North Carolina, Young…

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Who is Paul Haynes?

Paul Haynes joined the Badgers in 2023. Last year he coached in Minnesota but coached with Luke Fickell at Ohio State previously. So who is Paul Haynes? Let’s take a closer look and get to know the Badgers’ cornerbacks coach. Who Is Paul Haynes? Facts About The Badgers Coach As a multiple sport standout at St. Francis DeSales High School in Columbus, Haynes was a three-year letter winner in football, leading the team to the 1985 state championship. Haynes played at Kent State, walking on in the fall of 1987 and going on to lead the team in interceptions as…

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Wisconsin Badgers Football spring dates announced

The anticipation for the Wisconsin Badgers football season is at an all-time high. After the hiring of Luke Fickell and many other high-profile coordinators, the Badgers enter this season with a ton of excitement. Many cannot wait to see this team on the field. We don’t have to wait much longer it seems. The program announced its spring dates today. https://twitter.com/BadgerFootball/status/1625914492751052805?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1625914492751052805%7Ctwgr%5E2ba8f97e19d80051b624c613d44c0646b9d98139%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbleacherreport.com%2Fwisconsin-badgers-football Wisconsin Badgers Football Spring Dates The Badgers will be very active in the spring. It all kicks off on March 23rd with a pro day. Then the team has 15 other dates in March and April when the team…

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Who is Greg Scruggs?

Greg Scruggs was hired in 2023. He previously coached with Luke Fickell in Cincinnati. So who is Greg Scruggs? Let’s take a closer look and get to know the Badgers’ defensive line coach. Who Is Greg Scruggs? Facts About The Badgers Coach Scruggs has been extremely active in many communities during his career. He serves on the international board of directors and as a national spokesperson for Boys Hope Girls Hope, an organization centered on cultivating youth empowerment through the foundation of education and holistic support. A two-time Super Bowl champion, Scruggs spent five years in the NFL after entering…

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Who is Colin Hitschler?

Colin Hitschler joined Wisconsin in 2023. He was a part of the wave of coaches that came from Cincinnati with Luke Fickell. So who is Colin Hitschler? Let’s take a closer look and get to know the Badgers’ co-defensive coordinator and safeties coach. Who Is Colin Hitschler? Facts About The Badgers Coach In 2012, he was the defensive backs coach, special teams, and recruiting coordinator at Widener (Pa.), helping the Pride go 11-1, win the Middle Atlantic Conference championship, and advance to the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division III playoffs. Prior to his role as the safeties coach at Cincinnati,…

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Who is Mike Tressel?

Mike Tressel was hired in 2023. He came over with Luke Fickell when he was hired as the head coach. So who is Mike Tressel? Let’s take a closer look and get to know the Badgers’ defensive coordinator/inside linebackers coach. Who Is Mike Tressel? Facts About The Badgers Coach He earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Cornell (Iowa) College in 1996 and received a master’s degree in sports administration from South Dakota in 1998. Tressel spent two seasons as a graduate assistant coach at Ohio State (2002-03), along with Fickell. Known for constructing some of the best defenses in…

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Giannis Antetokounmpo trademarks NBA News

Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the most popular players in the world. His play on the court is a wonder to watch but he also is very likable off the court. He often is up to fun antics that make people fall in love with him even more. As with a lot of athletes, Giannis has his own brand that he is trying to build. He recently filed for a trio of trademarks. https://twitter.com/bleacherreport/status/1625193336603803649?s=51&t=zkX2bazzrlbz4kPwgk6dCQ Giannis Antetokounmpo Files For Trademarks Since he was drafted, Giannis has been known as the Greek Freak. It seems he is building on that with the…

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Wisconsin Badgers Luke Fickell The Athletic's coaches list

The Wisconsin Badgers football program made a big splash hire when they brought in Luke Fickell. Since he was hired, other big-name coaches have followed him, many transfer portal players have come to the program, and many future recruits are looking at Madison. There has been no shortage of praise for Fickell. Former Badgers star Jonathan Taylor also had some thoughts in a recent interview on the program’s direction. https://twitter.com/jimrome/status/1623474005490425856?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1623832892345286658%7Ctwgr%5Ec8a29ff5da7188f6e5db1e440709a46724db264e%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fbleacherreport.com%2Fwisconsin-badgers-football Former Wisconsin Badgers Star Jonathan Taylor On Luke Fickell Talyor is fired up over the hire just like everyone else. Jim Rome asked him about it and you could see…

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Giannis Antetokounmpo is second only to Wilt Chamberlain in scoring stat.

The Bucks are the hottest team in the NBA right now. They have won 10 in a row and are rounding into championship form. Of course, Giannis Antetokounmpo is a huge part of the winning streak. He has been leading the team with some huge scoring nights. During this 10 game stretch, Giannis is second only to the great Wilt Chamberlain in this scoring stat. https://twitter.com/optastats/status/1624285981376450561?s=49&t=eA0Q498VzkgLLrNwtlFhBQ&fbclid=IwAR0633QV-j4y-32v3DhdicAqRVtgiYllPeysuAeu3ltZNLPRMeh1EYxUIeM Giannis Second Only To Wilt Chamberlain During the win streak, The Greek Freak has scored a total of 373 points meaning he is averaging 37.3 points per game during the stretch. This is the…

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Aaron Rodgers

The Aaron Rodgers saga continues. The biggest offseason decisions is what will happen with Rodgers. He has the ability to change the course of multiple franchises depending on what happens. This morning, The Athletic dropped a bombshell report on the Aaron Rodgers saga. https://twitter.com/NFL_DovKleiman/status/1624424378359287808?s=20&t=pMYI4Tz2r06aoFPfw3Sd-g&fbclid=IwAR1AIQTN0FqQIsYjkJhm4butScJ3Gn5v6Pm7EOf0JxbHvTZGWsEsT-mpiwk NFL Executives On Aaron Rodgers The Athletic interviewed NFL executives to get their take on the situation. They did not hold back. “I think the Packers are done with him” said one longtime NFL executive. One report also quoted another executive who thought that Rodgers took advantage of the Packers. “‘I think he showed his true…

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