- Matchup: Wisconsin Badgers vs Michigan Wolverines
- Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Venue: Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Line: Wolverines favored by 17.0 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 42.5
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This Saturday, October 4, 2025, the Wisconsin Badgers (2-2) will head to Michigan Stadium to face off against the Michigan Wolverines (3-1). Currently, Wisconsin enters as the 17.0-point underdog, with the total points set at 42.5.
The Wisconsin Badgers bring a 2-2 record into this matchup. In their previous outing, the Badgers suffered a defeat against the Maryland Terrapins, finishing with a score of 27-10. Throughout that game, Wisconsin executed 77 plays and accumulated 296 total yards. On the ground, they managed 42 rushes for just 61 yards, translating to an average of 1.5 yards per carry. Defensively, the Badgers allowed 61 rushing yards on 23 attempts, averaging 2.7 yards per carry. In terms of passing, Wisconsin allowed 18 completions out of 34 attempts for 265 yards, resulting in a completion percentage of 52.9%.
In defense, Wisconsin has yielded 938 passing yards, positioning them at 63rd nationally. They surrender an average of 234.5 yards via the pass, coupled with a completion percentage allowed of 63.2%. Overall, they allow an average of 284.5 yards per game, ranking 23rd nationally. They have given up 7 passing touchdowns and 2 rushing touchdowns, and they permit an average of 2.1 rushing yards per attempt while teams average 50.0 rushing yards per game. Through 4 games, they’ve allowed 200 rushing yards total. Wisconsin currently ranks 38th in Division 1 for team defense, allowing 18.8 PPG.
The Wolverines come into this game with a 3-1 record for the season. Their latest performance saw a narrow victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers, ending the game at 30-27. Michigan enjoyed a strong running game, averaging 8.7 yards per carry for a total of 286 yards on 33 attempts. They wrapped up that match with 391 total yards from 56 plays, averaging 7.0 yards per play. However, the Wolverine pass defense allowed a completion rate of 73.2%, conceding 308 yards on 30 completions from 41 attempts. They also permitted 31 rushes for just 43 yards, averaging 1.4 yards per carry.
In terms of scoring, the Wolverines rank 42nd in the nation with an average of 35.0 points per game. They accumulate 436.8 yards per contest, putting them at 45th in Division 1. This season, Michigan has racked up 181 penalty yards from 19 infractions, ranking 112th nationally in this regard. They have committed 1 interception and lost 2 fumbles, while achieving 83 first downs. Currently, Michigan holds a total of 733 passing yards, averaging 183.3 yards per game, which places them 106th in Division 1. They excel in the rushing department with an average of 253.5 yards per game, totaling 1,014 rushing yards overall.
The Wolverines’ defense has allowed a total of 310 rushing yards (77.5 yards/game) and 2 rushing touchdowns this season. They’ve also conceded 6 passing touchdowns and 213.8 passing yards per game, ranking 71st in Division 1. Over the course of the season, they’ve permitted 71 total points. Defensively, they have recovered 2 fumbles and intercepted 6 passes. Michigan’s defense has participated in 275 plays, ranking 54th in Division 1. The Wolverines give up an average of 17.8 PPG, placing them 33rd nationally.
Who will prevail in this intense matchup between the Badgers and Wolverines?
Pick: Back the Badgers +17.0
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