The Pat Richter Show

The College Football Playoff first round is in the books, and The Barry Alvarez Show is back to break down what it all means for the sport — and for Wisconsin. Barry Alvarez and the crew discuss: 🏈 Reactions to the CFP first round — what stood out, what surprised, and what it says about the expanded Playoff 🔄 Transfer portal fallout, including Badgers like Eugene Hilton Jr. entering the portal 🦡 How portal movement continues to reshape Wisconsin’s roster and offseason priorities 🏆 Bowl games in 2025 — do they still matter in the CFP era, or are they losing relevance? 📖 Best bowl game stories from Barry and the crew — memories, moments, and why bowls once meant everything With Barry’s perspective as a former coach, athletic director, and College Football Playoff committee member, this episode offers both big-picture context and inside-the-room stories you won’t hear anywhere else.