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Wisconsin

Conference: Big Ten
Power Rank: 6.1
Record: 4-8
ATS: 5-6-1
O/U: 1-10-1

2025 Schedule

Location
Opponent
Result
ATS
O/U
vs
Miami (OH)
W 17-0
L
Under
vs
Middle Tennessee
W 42-10
Push
Push
at
Alabama
L 14-38
L
Over
vs
Maryland
L 10-27
L
Under
at
Michigan
L 10-24
W
Under
vs
Iowa
L 0-37
L
Under
vs
Ohio State
L 0-34
L
Under
at
Oregon
L 7-21
W
Under
vs
Washington
W 13-10
W
Under
at
Indiana
L 7-31
W
Under
vs
Illinois
W 27-10
W
Under
at
Minnesota
L 7-17
L
Under

Latest Preview (Week Recent)

Quarterback Injury Uncertainty

Billy Edwards Jr. suffered a lower-body injury in the second quarter and did not return, with coach Luke Fickell providing no update post-game. This creates significant uncertainty for next week as Edwards was making his Wisconsin debut after transferring from Maryland where he threw for 2,881 yards last season.

Backup QB Shows Promise Under Pressure

Danny O'Neil stepped in effectively, going 12-of-19 for 120 yards with a touchdown pass and rushing TD. His ability to manage the game and lead the team despite the pressure of replacing the starter mid-game provides confidence if Edwards remains unavailable.

Defensive Transformation Complete

Wisconsin's defense dominated completely, recording their first shutout since 2022, limiting Miami (Ohio) to just 117 total yards and forcing them to go 0-for-9 on third downs. Preston Zachman's two interceptions highlighted a unit that appears to have addressed last season's struggles.

Run Defense Dramatically Improved

The Badgers allowed only 34 rushing yards on 22 carries, a massive improvement from last season when they allowed 165 yards per game and ranked next-to-last in the Big Ten. This fundamental improvement could be crucial for their season turnaround.

Momentum Building After Disappointing 2024

This shutout victory helps Wisconsin turn the page from a disastrous 5-7 season that ended their 22-year streak of winning seasons and bowl appearances. The dominant performance provides early evidence that their defensive improvements can fuel a bounce-back campaign.