- Matchup: Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Wisconsin Badgers
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
- Venue: Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, WI
- Broadcast: Peacock
- Point Spread: Badgers (-24.5)
- Over/Under Total: 45
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The Eastern Michigan Eagles (1-2) are set to take on the Wisconsin Badgers (1-1) on the road at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The Eagles come into this game as 24.5-point underdogs, with the total line set at 45 points.
The Eagles have struggled this season with a record of 1-2. In their last outing, they faced the Michigan State Spartans and suffered a defeat with a score of 35-7. On the defensive side, the Eagles allowed 258 rushing yards on 45 attempts, averaging 5.7 yards per carry. They conceded 18 completions on 26 attempts for 214 passing yards, resulting in a completion percentage of 69.2%. Overall, Eastern Michigan managed only 219 yards on 52 plays, while their rushing attack produced 101 yards on 26 carries, averaging 3.9 yards per rush.
When it comes to scoring, the Eagles average 18.7 points per game. Their rushing attack is currently ranked 129th nationally, averaging only 92.3 yards per game, totaling 848 yards for the season. In terms of touchdowns, they have recorded three through the air and four on the ground. The team has achieved 47 first downs but has also faced 11 penalties totaling 76 yards this season, with three turnovers so far.
Defensively, the Eagles have allowed 752 passing yards, ranking them 135th in Division I football. They give up an average of 250.7 yards per game through the air with a completion percentage against of 58.4%. Over the course of the season, they have allowed 398.7 yards per game, placing them 109th nationally. They have permitted five touchdowns via the pass and four on the ground, letting opponents rush for 4.5 yards per carry and 148 rushing yards per game. This season, they have given up 444 rushing yards, allowing an average of 26.3 points per game, ranking them 98th in the nation.
The Wisconsin Badgers enter this matchup with a 1-1 record this season. In their latest game, they secured a victory against the Western Illinois Leathernecks, winning 36-9. The Badgers excelled on the ground, averaging 7.5 yards per carry with a total of 233 rushing yards over 31 attempts. Overall, they accumulated 406 yards on 53 plays, averaging 7.7 yards per play. On the defensive side, Wisconsin’s pass defense permitted a completion rate of 62.5%, giving up 148 passing yards on 15 completions from 24 attempts, while allowing 154 rushing yards on 38 attempts for an average of 4.1 yards per carry.
The Badgers average 345.0 yards per game, ranking 106th nationally. They have committed 10 penalties totaling 83 yards, placing them 107th in that regard. Their ground game averages 150.0 yards per game, totaling 300 rushing yards so far this season. With one interception and one fumble lost under their belt, the Badgers have recorded 32 first downs this year. In terms of scoring, they rank 99th in college football with an average of 24.5 points per game. Thus far, they have achieved 390 passing yards, averaging 195.0 yards per game, ranking them 97th in Division I.
Defensively, the Badgers allow an average of 25.0 points per game, placing them 91st in Division I while permitting 265 rushing yards (132.5 yards per game) along with two rushing touchdowns this season. They have also allowed two passing touchdowns, giving up 193.5 yards per game, ranking them 62nd nationally. The Badgers’ defense has been involved in 123 plays so far, which ranks them 54th in Division I. To date, they have yet to recover a fumble or make an interception this season.
Who will come out on top in this college football clash between the Eagles and the Badgers?
Expert’s Prediction: Choose the Badgers -24.5
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