Wilde & Tausch

Tucker Kraft joins many other NFL players in advocating for natural grass in every stadium. Would fans be upset if players sat out the first game of the season in protest? And reviewing Jason Wilde's countdown of the Most Important Packers of 2026 featuring wide receivers Matthew Golden at #13 and Jayden Reed at #12. Are they ordered correctly, or should they be swapped on the list? Plus, Giannis officially is introduced at a press conference in Miami.

It's the Friday edition...and get ready to get off the rails! Homer is in as the Cousins Sub of the Day hosting with Tausch. And after a few difficulties getting things going, a battle ensues for who's in charge of running the show. Discussion ranges from new Wisconsin Badgers AD Shawn Eichorst to Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers to the FIFA World Cup. Would YOU watch a 3rd place NFL game before the Super Bowl? Plus, Wilde and Tausch Trivia.

Luke Fickell was named one of three coaches in all of 138 FBS teams in the country that has a hot seat scale rating of 5/5 by CBS Sports. Will Fickell find himself off the hot seat with a successful season in Madison? Plus, we have our 10th Anniversary Trivia Tournament of Champions presented by Events By Design with Brian in Williams Bay taking on Jim from the South Side!

What has been the biggest hurdle for the Green Bay Packers to overcome? Teams like the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, Seattle Seahawks have been thorns in the side at times in recent memory. Or has it been the NFC Championship game? If Green Bay wants to get to where they want to go, what will they have to overcome to get there?

It's the Thursday edition of Wilde & Tausch! Jason Wilde remains on his sabbatical leave, so it's Jesse Nelson filling in as the Cousins Sub of the Day alongside Mark Tauscher! Tausch went golfing and brought back... worms? Not really, but how far would you go to get an autograph from Aaron Rodgers?

Brewers trade for Lance McCullers Jr. from the Houston Astros. Gabe and Tausch give their thoughts about the Milwaukee Brewers starting rotation going forward. Do the Brewers have what it takes to make a World Series push?

Bears tight end Colston Loveland shared that the Chicago Bears talk about the Green Bay Packers in the same way he viewed Ohio State in his time at Michigan. Do the Packers need to direct more focus to the rivalry? Will Chicago just always feel this way with the rivalry?

It's the Wednesday edition on Wilde & Tausch! Gabe Neitzel joins Mark Tauscher after MLB had a disappointing All-Star game. Plus, former Packers offensive lineman Bryan Bulaga is back with Tackle Talk! Can Jordan Morgan take the next step to begin the franchise's left tackle? Bulaga shares his insights and how Morgan can be the next anchor of the offensive line in Green Bay.

Jason and Tausch react to ESPN NFL analyst Mina Kimes' explanation of why Jordan Love IS a top 10 QB in the NFL. Can you rely on the advanced analytics that support the cause for Jordan Love to be a top 10 quarterback in the NFL? What is keeping Love off of this list? Will Jordan Love have to "take off" in his play this season, like a rocket takes off, in order to gain respect around the league?

Jason and Tausch analyze the top 10 QB rankings in comparison to their NFL contracts. Where does Jordan Love stand? Are these lists curated by the same metrics that would earn a QB a big payday? Where will that put Jalen Hurts? Caleb Williams? Or other quarterbacks that got either paid or listed in top 10 for their playoff performances?

It's the Tuesday edition with Wilde & Tausch LIVE from The Bog in Saukville for the ESPN Milwaukee Open! Jason, Tausch, and Jesse tee things off with their thoughts on the MLB Home Run Derby last night! How did you like the new rule changes? Thoughts on Netflix's presentation of the Home Run Derby? Plus, Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike joins and discusses Jordan Love's omission from the top 10 NFL QB rankings as part of an anonymous survey curated by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler and sent to players, coaches, and executives around the league.

Discussion of Jason's countdown of the Most Important Packers of 2026 starts on the offensive line...but leads back to conversation about Jordan Love. How many comeback/clutch wins has Jordan Love led the Packers to victory in during his tenure as the team's starting quarterback? Also, Whoa Nelly! featuring an eventful offseason weekend for the Milwaukee Bucks with a fight, a controversial TV interview, and an announcement about next year's TV network. And ending the show with the Clip of the Day featuring Matt Hasselbeck's appearance from Friday's show.

Continuing to review how Jordan Love stacks up against some of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, with conversation inspired by the Top 10 QB rankings curated by ESPN's Jeremy Fowler in an anonymous survey with players, coaches, and executives around the league. Also, Jesse's Sunday was RUINED by the Brewers scratching Jacob Misiorowski from his start against Paul Skenes. That doesn't matter, but do the Brewers' struggles in the final series before the All-Star Break? And Wilde and Tausch Trivia with a unique twist recapping the sports weekend.

It's the Monday edition! Tausch tries to understand Jesse's approach to vacation as he returns after a second straight long weekend "Up North." Then, it's a deep dive into the Top 10 QB Rankings curated by Jeremy Fowler at ESPN.com, which features Caleb Williams at #10 and Jordan Love NOT ranked! What does this say about the perception of Jordan Love around the rest of the NFL? And of the QBs ranked in the Top 10, how many do the guys agree unanimously are better or worse than Jordan Love?

Former Packers QB and NFL Analyst, Matt Hasselbeck, joins Wilde & Tausch as part of the 10 for Ten Series built by Outdoor Living Unlimited! Hasselbeck relives his playing days in Green Bay alongside his 7th round offensive tackle, Mark Tauscher! Can you believe they put a 7th round offensive tackle to block Reggie White? Hasselbeck also shares his take on Jordan Love taking the next step to greatness. You won't want to miss all the fun and stories with Matt Hasselbeck on Wilde & Tausch!

Jason Wilde and Mark Tauscher debate the leaders of the Green Bay Packers in Matt LaFleur and Brian Gutekunst using the analogy of "If the food sucks, do you blame the chef or whoever ordered the groceries?" Do you blame Matt LaFleur for "making the team using the players given to him" or Gutekunst on not giving LaFleur the right ingredients (players)?

It's the Friday edition on Wilde & Tausch! Is Matt LaFleur really on the hot seat? Jason Wilde and Mark Tauscher react to ESPN's debate over the Packers head coach's job security despite his recent contract extension. Do you think Matt LaFleur is comfortably safe as the head coach of the Green Bay Packers?

The Wisconsin Badgers unveil new alternate uniforms for the opener against Notre Dame at Lambeau Field. What do we think? And a phenomenal showdown in the Wilde and Tausch Tournament of Champions presented by Events By Design featuring Jerry in The Prairie vs. Coach Aaron Mack. And Jason delivers a couple of gifts during his in-person visit for Tausch and Jesse.

What does ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter know - or not know - about a potential contract extension coming for Packers tight end Tucker Kraft? Plus, Tausch gets 12 guesses to try and figure out who one ESPN writer picks as the breakout player for the Packers in 2026. And the Ten For 10 Series built by Outdoor Living Unlimited as part of the Wilde and Tausch 10th Anniversary continues with the "Wilde and Tausch Village" group chat coming to life live on the show.

It's the Thursday edition, with Jason making a special trip to join Tausch in the Everlight Solar Studio at ESPN Madison! The show begins where Wednesday's left off...recapping Jesse's tumultuous trip to the Dane County Landfill and Tausch's corresponding questions about proper dump procedure. Some experts weigh in on the Carbliss ESPN Wisconsin Talk & Text Line. And Wilde and Tausch Trivia looking ahead to the FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals.

Which two Packers players does Rob Demovsky - and the rest of the guys - say the Packers need MORE out of in 2026? Also, Wilde and Tausch Trivia featuring Levi in Stevens Point on a Wisconsin Geography Wednesday. And Whoa Nelly! with Jesse's difficulties dropping some junk off at the Dane County Landfill this morning.

Reactions to our Packers conversation with Bryan Bulaga in the 9am Hour, including more on how the signing of Josh Jacobs changed the Packers offense. Another special 10th Anniversary "One Call, That's All" Celebratory Message presented by Gruber Law Offices. And Homer joins for his weekly appearance, ready to talk Brewers after Tausch gives kudos to the team's recent hot streak featuring a double-header sweep of the Cardinals.

It's the Wednesday edition! Jesse's back from up north for a couple days. Tausch shares his takeaways from attending Shawn Eichorst's introductory press conference as the new Director of Athletics at UW-Madison. And Bryan Bulaga joins for his weekly appearance sharing insights as a soccer enthusiast to the USMNT loss to Belgium AND diving into the Green Bay Packers and why Matt LaFleur's offense looks so different compared to his first season when Bryan still played for the team.

Tausch reflects on the departure of Aaron Rodgers from Green Bay as Giannis Antetokounmpo goes through that same process right now in Milwaukee. Did Aaron Rodgers' exit set up Jordan Love for success in Green Bay? Tausch thinks so, and Giannis hasn't done the same for his now-former teammates in Milwaukee.

Wisconsin legend and former football coach/athletic director Barry Alvarez makes his return to Wilde & Tausch! Alvarez shared his insight on the newest director of athletics at Wisconsin, Shawn Eichorst, given their time working together in the UW athletic department from 2006-2011. Plus, Jason and Tausch discuss Giannis' interview with Jim Paschke. Has Giannis ever known what he truly wanted to do in his career?

It's the Tuesday edition of Wilde & Tausch! The Stars and Stripes saw their great World Cup run come to a screeching end last night in their 4-1 loss to Belgium. Did Tausch bring bad luck after finally jumping on the Team USA bandwagon for the Round of 16 game? Plus, Evan Cohen joins the show and shares his Fourth of July pickleball story. How competitive do you get with friends and family at a sport you really look forward to? Tausch and EvCo go back and forth in the pickleball conundrum.

Wilde & Tausch move on after finishing their Hour 2 reactions to today's appearance from new Wisconsin Badgers AD Shawn Eichorst. They look at former Packers cornerback Rasul Douglas signing a new contract with the Commanders today, and the important takeaways about Green Bay's lack of cornerback depth right now, as well as the increased role of 30+ year-old players heading into this season! Then, they play Wilde & Tausch trivia, as fill-in producer Primetime Wollersheim asks the hard questions for the 4th of July sports weekend recap! Primetime leads the show during Whoa Wolly, laying out why the MLB's All-Star voting process makes no sense after Brewers star second baseman Brice Turang was snubbed from the initial NL roster -- should we just let AI select the All-Star teams from now on? Wilde & Tausch wrap up with a final -- and brief -- review from Tausch for today's appearance from Eichorst!

Jason & Tausch roll into Hour 2 with their continuing reaction to new Wisconsin Badgers AD Shawn Eichorst's appearance during the first hour! Tausch likes how much of Barry Alvarez's voice he heard from Eichorst, but how does the new athletic director win over the younger Wisconsin fans who want to move on from the Barry legacy? They continue with co-host of the Jump Around, Riley Jauch, sitting down in the studio to share his reaction to Eichorst's interview, including why he no longer thinks this was a "meh" hire for Wisconsin! Riley also explains what he thinks it will take for younger fans to see the greater Barry vision and what he hopes to see on the football field after hearing from Eichorst for the first time. Tausch also debuts his newest metaphor: Jack and the Beanstalk as a comp for fundraising and NIL in this era! They wrap up Hour 2 with some more reviews of the fan sentiments on the ESPN Madison Carbliss Talk/Text Line, focusing on the acute awareness shown by Eichorst in his overall interview!

Jason & Tausch return from their long 4th of July weekend while Jesse is still away enjoying the great Up North. They say hello to today's Cousins Sub of the Day (and fake soccer fan) in producer Primetime Wollersheim, and they discuss the concerning news for the Brewers after Brandon Woodruff went back on the IL with "dead arm" symptoms on Saturday... What does this mean for the pitching staff and the approach the Brewers need to take heading into the MLB Trade Deadline? Then, they prepare for their big interview with new Wisconsin Badgers AD Shawn Eichorst, who joined the show today! What were Jason & Tausch hoping to hear heading into today's conversation? Shawn Eichorst joins Wilde & Tausch on the ESPN Madison & Milwaukee YouTube channels to discuss his role as the Wisconsin Badgers' new athletic director! Eichorst sheds light on what he values most in college sports, his early conversations with Luke Fickell, and the experience and growth from his time as the previous AD at both Nebraska and Miami. He also gets into what he learned working under Barry Alvarez, the importance of working with coaches, and why, ultimately, talk is cheap in this era of college sports and NIL! Jason & Tausch spend the final segment discussing their initial reactions to Shawn Eichorst's appearance, including the value of saying that talk is cheap and the importance of Barry Alvarez's continued impact on the athletic department!

Tensions get a little high recapping Tausch's take on soccer from earlier in the show with the Carbliss ESPN Wisconsin Talk & Text Line. And some fun to close out the week celebrating Wilde and Tausch's 10th Anniversary presented by Steinhafels: The Wilde and Tausch Trivia Tournament of Champions presented by Events By Design featuring Jeff in Monroe vs. Tucker in Wausau; and Jamie in Mequon calls in as a special guest to lead some power rankings in Whoa Nelly!

Reactions to commentary from ESPN NFL Nation reporter Rob Demovsky joining Waddle & Silvy on ESPN Chicago. Rob says Caleb Williams MAY have a higher ceiling than Jordan Love. Do the guys agree? And is Caleb Williams' floor lower than Jordan Love's when things are not going well? Which QB would you rather have in a clutch situation right now? Plus, another round of Name That Year served up by Sendik's celebrating the Wilde and Tausch 10th Anniversary presented by Steinhafels.

It's the Thursday edition - and the final edition before the 4th of July Holiday weekend! Jesse says he's going up north, which leads Tausch and the show in a multi-segment discussion of where up north begins, including a thorough breakdown of Wisconsin map Jason finds on Reddit? Plus, reactions to the US Men's National Team defeating Bosnia-Herzegovina in the Knockout Round of the FIFA World Cup. Is Tausch finally ready to hop on the bandwagon? And Wilde and Tausch Trivia celebrating America's 250th Anniversary.

With uncertainty about Josh Jacobs' status for the upcoming season, how valuable could Marshawn Lloyd be for the Green Bay Packers in 2026? Wilde and Tausch Trivia on a Wisconsin Geography Wednesday. And Whoa Nelly! featuring Tucker Kraft's beef with Green Bay Trash and Recycling. How often do YOU clean your trash cans?

How does Tausch - King of the Analogy - grade ESPN MLB Insider Jeff Passan's "championship window" analogy from his visit with us yesterday? Brewers Radio Network announcer Lane Grindle connects both the Brewers and Badgers news of the last 24 hours. And Homer joins for his weekly appearance, fired up for Miz on the mound tomorrow and the USMNT in World Cup action tonight! Plus, a Gruber Law Offices "One Call, That's All" 10th Anniversary Celebratory Message from Tier 1 Tyler.

It's the Wednesday edition! Tausch opens the show curious what the public reaction has been in the last 24 hours to news of Shawn Eichorst set to become the new Director of Athletics at UW-Madison. Will Tausch finally hop on the soccer bandwagon to watch USA vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina tonight in the Knockout Round of the World Cup? And talking both American and International Football with Bryan Bulaga during his weekly appearance.

Jeff Passan, ESPN MLB Insider, joins the show as part of the Ten For 10 Series built by Outdoor Living Unlimited during Wilde and Tausch's 10th Anniversary presented by Steinhafels. Insights, analysis, and predictions on the future of Jacob Misiorowski, the Brewers World Series aspirations, up-and-coming prospects, and...hot fruit? Plus, LeBron is leaving the Lakers! And revealing the answer for this week's Steinhafels Sleeper of the Last Ten Years.

The guys continue to react to BREAKING NEWS from ESPN's Pete Thamel that Wisconsin is "targeting" Shawn Eichorst as its new Athletic Director. What should be the top priority for the new AD at Wisconsin when they arrive? What other questions would this potential hire lead to? Plus, Wilde and Tausch Trivia featuring the Cincinnati Reds; and what grade do the Packers deserve for the moves they made this offseason?

It's the Monday edition! How's Jason doing a day after being aggregated by sharing someone else's hunch that the Packers may be interested in bringing in Jadeveon Clowney this season? And why is he steering clear of talking about Keisean Nixon any more? Plus, Evan Cohen of Unsportsmanlike on ESPN Radio joins for his weekly appearance, ready to help Tausch figure out what Jason wants to say...And BREAKING NEWS: Wisconsin is reportedly targeting Shawn Eichorst as its new Director of Athletics!

Should the Packers actually consider bringing in veteran edge rusher Jadeveon Clowney? The guys react to the "hunch" a veteran NFL reporter shared over the weekend from an NFL executive that the Packers may make the move. Also, Wilde and Tausch Trivia presented by Cousins Subs and Vortex Golf; and a controversial edition of Whoa Nelly! featuring Brendan Sorsby and OJ Simpson??

Fresh off hosting the annual State of the Packers Show at Summerfest on Saturday, Jason shares his biggest takeaway from the three hour special: People REALLY seem frustrated with Keisean Nixon. Why is that? The guys address the pros and cons of CB1 in Green Bay, plus review responses from fans on the Carbliss ESPN Wisconsin Talk & Text Line.

It's the Monday edition! Jesse opens the show sharing the choice he needed to make to attend one of three different events on Sunday, plus the wardrobe issue he ran into at the event he chose to attend. Also, it's the literal midpoint of the Brewers season with 81 games in the books. The guys review the State of the Brewers, including whether the team should make a significant splash before the trade market in a round of Take it To The Bank.

Fans call in to inform Jason and Tausch about the history - and ongoing tradition - of the two-fisted slopper at Brewers games. Where does he rank in popularity compared to other figures of Brewers lore? Wilde and Tausch Trivia previews Brewers-Cubs this weekend with a self-proclaimed "seamhead" participating. And a round of Name That Year served up by Sendik's continuing the summer-long celebration of Wilde and Tausch's 10th Anniversary presented by Steinhafels.

Jesse wants everyone to know where to watch tonight's Brewers-Cubs game with Jacob Misiorowski back on the mound. Tausch wants to know why Jesse's so obsessed with that streaming platform. Also, continuing the State of the Packers preview addressing questions on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball, including Bill Barnwell ranking the Packers with the 17th best set of skill position players (running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends). And...who's the Two-Fisted Slopper?

It's the Friday edition! Jason catches up both on what he missed during Thursday's show and shares what he was up to during his day away. Also, the guys help preview Saturday's annual State of the Packers show on ESPN Wisconsin by taking a big picture look at head coach Matt LaFleur. What's at stake for the head coach in 2026 after receiving a contract extension this offseason? And what could happen to change fans' minds on him both positively and negatively? Plus, would the head coach say his team is tough?

The Milwaukee Brewers swept the Cincinnati Reds and are now a season-best 20 games over .500! The Brewers will take their 49-29 record and seven game division lead into the weekend where they host the Chicago Cubs for the first time at American Family Field since the Brewers won Game 5 of the NLDS last postseason. Jesse shares his favorite "nuggets" about the surging Milwaukee Brewers. Plus, the Wilde & Tausch Trivia Tournament of Champions had a battle for the ages between Tyler in Illinois and Sparky in Sussex.

ESPN's Rob Demovsky released his article with four lingering questions for the Green Bay Packers heading into the 2026 season. Tausch and Jesse go through the four lingering questions and give their thoughts! Plus, Justin Garcia of the Milwaukee Bucks radio network, joins the show to discuss the departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo. What led to this trade going back to 2023? What direction will the Bucks now head into in the post-Giannis era?

It's the Thursday edition of Wilde & Tausch with Jesse filling in for Jason Wilde as host alongside Packers Hall of Famer, Mark Tauscher. Tausch has been sitting on this one for quite a while, then Giannis had to throw a wrench in it and get traded. Tausch attended a surprise birthday party where the person, who the birthday party was for, decided to not show up and not tell ANYONE... who would do that? Who likes to have a surprise birthday party for themselves?

Antonio Freeman - Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame wide receiver, Super Bowl champion, and father of US Men's National Team breakout star Alex Freeman - joins the show on the Yuengling Guest Hotline from Los Angeles as Alex and the USMNT continues its run captivating the country in the FIFA World Cup. Also, a "bombshell announcement" in this week's Gruber Law Offices "One Call, That's All" Celebratory Message as part of Wilde and Tausch's 10th Anniversary presented by Steinhafels.

Reviewing the latest development in the Brendan Sorsby saga. Wilde and Tausch Trivia on a Wisconsin Geography Wednesday with a World Cup theme? And Homer joins the show for his weekly appearance sharing his perspective of the Bucks trading Giannis Antetokounmpo and what Giannis' lasting legacy will be in Milwaukee. Plus, what's next for the Bucks organization?

It's the Wednesday edition! Jason lets it slip that his afternoon plans include an exclusive sitdown with Matt LaFleur, which gets Tausch's wheels turning...Also, Bryan Bulaga joins for his weekly appearance helping Tausch learn the rules of soccer (not really) and breaking down what Kyle Pitts' contract extension with the Falcons means for Tucker Kraft's future with the Green Bay Packers.