While the Wisconsin vs. Oregon football game will hold most fans’ attention, Saturday’s matchup also brings together two of ...

The reason Bucky Badger is called "Bucky" is a shortened and affectionate nickname derived from "Buckingham U. Badger," which was the winning entry in a naming contest for the mascot. In 1948 ...

Hirs said he was unfamiliar with the Bucky Badger mascot when he started using the phrases in his lectures and academic writings. Get daily updates on the Packers during the season. "I could give ...