WISCO SPORTS SHOW with Grant Bilse

Grant questions the math behind the Pat Murphy extension and previews the 2026 Brewers big-picture with Curt Hogg. USA will play Canada for the gold medal, and the Bears may build a stadium next to a refinery. 

Grant talks about the increasing likelihood the Bears move to Indiana, which leads to a larger conversation about urban sprawl. Does Pat Murphy need a small tweak to his messaging?  Zach and Ebo check in from Monks in Sun Prairie. 

Grant reacts to the news of Rich Bisaccia leaving the Packers and questions the offseason strategy of Matt LaFleur. Badgers drop a road game to Ohio State, and Mark Attanasio speaks. Jesse Temple joins. 

Grant explains how Malik Willis was actually more important than most Packers fans think- and how the Packers can't afford to skimp out on backup QB. Jim Polzin shares great insight on Badgers BB, and there's drama in the MLBPA. Trucks are compared between listeners. 

Grant reacts to Wisconsin's win over #10 Michigan State, and confirms hopes from earlier in the season. Chris Simms thinks Malik Willis is a superstar? Doug Gottlieb crashes out, and Grant is obligated to talk about how to fix the NBA All-Star Weekend. Show concludes with the Monday Mailbag, 

Grant talks one last time with Ryan Wood thanks to La Crosse Bierhaus. Gutey's presser, Ryan's film review, and pending free agents are discussed. As a part of a best of show, Grant produced 5 minutes of 'Show Slop'. 

Grant reacts to Luke Getsy's return as QB coach and the Packers insistence on running it back as hard as possible. Grant doesn't buy Auston Matthews in crunch time and he explains how replay is killing big moments in sports. Mike Clemens joins to talk about his time in SF and covering the Super Bowl. 

Grant reacts to a big Badgers comeback win in Champaign and talks about the team with callers.  Grant has further thoughts on the Caleb Durbin trade- and found himself enraged by a recent Curt Hogg podcast appearance. Jesse Temple joins to talk Badgers hoops, McIntosh comments and WI Olympians. 

Grant reacts to the Seahawks beating the Patriots in Super Bowl LX and explains why the Packers SHOULD be closer than fans are saying. Caleb Durbin has been traded to Boston, callers react and Matt Arnold's comments are played. Monday Mailbag closes the show. 

Grant shares his big picture thoughts about the 2025-2026 NFL season, and outlines his final preview thoughts for Patriots vs. Seahawks. NFL VP of Player Performance and Strategic Innovation Mackenzie Herzog joins Grant to talk about helmets, playing surfaces and international travel. 98.5 The Sports Hub's Mike Felger returns to talk Packers, Giannis, Brewers and Grateful Dead. 

Grant reacts to the Bucks NOT trading Giannis before the deadline. Super Bowl 50 champion TJ Ward talks about his experience with the Broncos and the matchup between the Seahawks and Patriots. Marshall Newhouse returns to talk OL play, OL coaches and the Packers direction in 2026. Ryan Ripken joins to talk about his experience in the O's system with Joey Ortiz and DL Hall, his friendship with Blake Perkins and Andrew Vaughn, and his draft selection one round behind Josh Hader. 

Grant talks with Radio Row legend Solomon Wilcots and reacts to the latest remarks from Brian Gutekunst. Former Viking Kyle Rudolph drops in to talk about the NFC North rivalries and the importance of youth sports, Kate apologizes to Ebo, and Wisconsin sports legend Bill Michaels talks special teams. 

It's Day 2 on Radio Row and Grant talks Packers with Pete Bukowski before explaining how the Packers needed to be humbled on their approach to the OL. Lindsay Rhodes from Sumer Sports joins to talk coaching changes and the NFC North, and Kate joins the show to talk about her experience upstairs at the NBC media availability. 

Grant sets the Packers stage for Super Bowl 60 while broadcasting at Radio Row in San Francisco thanks to Flipside Pub and Grill on La Crosse's Northside. Sam Bruchhaus and Shawn Syed join from Sumer Sports to talk Packers, Super Bowl storylines and the hiring cycle. Do the Racine Tunnels extend all the way to the Bay Area? 

Grant gives his reaction to the Packers announcement of extensions to LaFleur, Gutekunst and Russ Ball. Ryan Wood from PackersNews.com joins to share early thoughts on his 2025 film grades. 

Grant reacts to the Badgers comeback over Minnesota and the accent of the Gophers coach. Bart Winkler joins to talk Belichick, Giannis and McCarthy in Pittsburgh. The Packers lose Sean Mannion to the Eagles, and Grant says hey to Zach and Ebo. 

Grant reacts to the details of the latest on Giannis' status in Milwaukee and catches up with Justin Garcia from the Bucks Radio Network. Uncle Packer suggests Jim Leonhard could coach special teams. Jesse Temple joins to talk about the Badgers schedule and his latest reporting at Badger Connect.

Grant begins by asking about some of the Packers staff changes, and questions whether Jonathan Gannon could help the Packers lack of DAWG. Mike McCarthy is introduced as the Steelers head coach, and Grant explains why he thinks Rodgers will be back. 

Grant reacts to the Packers hiring of Jonathan Gannon and takes calls from Packers fans. The Seahawks and Patriots have lots of Packers connections and conversations. What are the 4 major cities in Wisconsin? Monday Mailbag closes the show. 

Grant explains why he doesn't expect wholesale changes on the Packers staff, and talks about the off-season's first step and DC candidates with Ryan Wood thanks to La Crosse Bierhaus. Callers react to comments from Micah Parsons and organizational approach to special teams. 

Grant reacts to the news that Freddy Peralta has been traded to the Mets along with Tobias Myers. Curt Hogg joins. Callers share their perspective, and Jeff Hafley impresses the locals in Miami. 

Grant reacts to a bizarre day in Buffalo, and a few more possibilities for the Packers defensive coordinator. Callers share their takes on Jim Leonhard. Grant tries to tolerate Luke Fickell comments before talking with Jesse Temple. 

Grant reacts to Indiana winning the National Championship and wonders how he, a Badgers fan, is supposed to fell. Arif Hasan joins to talk Matt LaFleur, Brian Flores and Caleb Williams. It's possible Jeff Hafley will be a better head coach than a DC! Candidates and the Packers budget is discussed. 

Grant reacts to the NFL's Divisional Round, and tries to connect performances and results to the Packers. Jeff Hafley takes the job to be the head coach of the Dolphins. Monday Mailbag closes the show. 

Grant shares the latest details from Tom Silverstein and explains that the Matt LaFleur situation isn't nearly as cut and dry as we are making it. Ryan Wood joins thanks to La Crosse Bierhaus. The Dodgers have way more money than everyone, yeah- but Grant has a different concern about their latest spending spree.

Grant makes the case that the Packers have issues beyond just their head coach. He's also unhappy that another NFL team plans to build a conference center stadium. 

Grant explains the options the Packers have with Matt LaFleur- none of them perfect. Callers chime in. The home crowd boo'd the Bucks and the Badgers have won 3 straight. Jesse Temple joins to talk Badgers. 

Grant reacts to the last game of Wild Card Weekend and the futures of Aaron Rodgers and Mike Tomlin. Cody Stoots joins to talk about his Texans and the rest of the NFL playoffs. Gutekunst is underrated? Grant has a plan for Bo Melton- and Mike Clemens joins to talk Packers. 

Grant reacts with callers to the sweet release of the end of the 2025-2026 Packers season. Monday Mailbag closes the show. 

Grant explains how Jon Eric Sullivan's departure could have implications for the NFL's coaching cycle and for Jeff Hafleys future- before talking Packers with Ryan Wood and CFP with Zach Heilprin. 

Grant highlights some players who have the most to gain on Sunday night, and describes some of the pertinent Xs and Os in the Packers Bears matchup. Giannis has spoken, and Grant lays out some of the Brewers gains and losses in their pre-arbitration contracts. Mike Clemens has the latest following Packers practice. 

Grant continues to react to the firing of Jim Harbaugh- and wonders why people are suggesting that teams like the Packers and Bills should fire their coaches to hire Harbaugh. Grant reacts to the Badgers win over UCLA and their 2-2 start in conference play, and talks Badgers football with Jesse Temple. 

Grant gives his latest commentary on Matt LaFleur's contract situation and takes calls from Packers fans. Colten Bartholomew joins to talk about the Badgers moves in the transfer portal, the CFP and UW River Falls. John Harbaugh is OUT in Baltimore- Grant gives his thoughts on the hiring cycle so far and Mike Clemens reports from Green Bay. 

Grant reacts to the Packers decision to fully punt the game against the Vikings, and grades their 9 win season. Callers chime in on all things Packers and UW-River Falls DIII title. Monday Mailbag closes the show. 

Grant reacts to a banger run of college football playoff games, and talks Packers with Ryan Wood. Callers react to Adam Stenavich's comments on Golden's usage, and strip clubs are discussed. 

For the New Years Day holiday, Grant compiled a few of his favorite show moments from 2025 including: remembering Bob Uecker, Micah Parsons trade LIVE reaction and Mike Felger's Radio Row appearance. 

Grant reacts to the news of Trevon Diggs arrival in Green Bay, and the latest comments from Matt LaFleur. If LaFleur is extended, what's to say the Packers won't be in the same spot one year from now? Mike Clemens gives a quick report on Diggs release, and callers reminisce on 2025. 

Grant criticizes the performance of Jeff Hafley's defense and laughs at how the Matthew Golden pick has turned out through his first season. Mike Clemens joins at 5:35. 

Grant reacts to the Packers third straight loss, and what it means for Matt LaFleur's chances at a contract extension. Malik Willis and Jeff Hafley are discussed too. Show concludes with the Monday Mailbag.

Grant thinks of a wild offseason possibilty before talking CFB with Zach Heilprin and Packers with Mike Clemens. 

Grant and callers reacts to the Packers embarrassing OT loss to the Bears. Eric Baranczyk joins from the Green Bay Press Gazette and the Monday Mailbag closes the show.

Grant reacts to TNF and gives his final Packers / Bears thoughts. Ryan Wood joins thanks to La Crosse Bierhaus, and callers spar over the efficacy of the current CFP format. 

Grant explains that sure, things are tough for the Packers right now, but things could get worse for other teams too! Grant complains about faxes and malls. Mike Clemens shares the latest from the Packers locker room. 

Grant reacts to post-Parsons comments from Hafley, Jacobs and Watson. Josh Jacobs' leadership role is discussed, and Jesse Temple talks Badger volleyball, football, hockey and basketball. 

Grant reacts to Dolphins vs. Steelers and explains that Jeff Hafley, not Jordan Love, should be under the gun in the Packers remaining regular season games. Callers share their expectations for the Packers defense after Parsons. Mike Clemens joins from his layover in Detroit coming back from Denver. 

Grant reacts to the Packers loss in Denver that saw Micah Parsons lost to injury. Peter Bukowski helps Grant navigate the show. Callers chime in and the Mailbag wraps the show. 

Grant reacts to TNF and gives his final takes on Packers vs. Broncos. Ryan Wood joins thanks to La Crosse Bierhaus. Calls chime in on the Packers, rich vs. poor, the Cabal, and domes. 

Grant reacts with callers to a Badgers blowout loss in Nebraska, and wonders who Michigan will hire. Burrow isn't happy anymore? Mike Clemens shares the latest from up in Green Bay.