Match Analysis: Wisconsin Badgers vs Ohio State Buckeyes – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-18
- Time: 7:30 PM UTC
- Location: Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, Wisconsin
Game Overview
The No. 1 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes (6-0 overall, 3-0 Big Ten) are visiting the Wisconsin Badgers (2-4 overall, 0-3 Big Ten) at Camp Randall Stadium. Ohio State is dominant nationally and in the conference, coming off a convincing 34-16 win over Illinois, while Wisconsin is struggling with a four-game losing streak including a shutout 37-0 loss to Iowa. Both teams have strong run defenses, but Ohio State is particularly favored due to their undefeated record and superior overall team strength.
Key Factors to Consider
- Ohio State is undefeated (6-0) with a strong conference performance (3-0), demonstrating dominance on both sides of the ball and a winning streak of six games. Wisconsin is inconsistent (2-4), winless in conference play (0-3), and on a four-game losing streak with poor recent offensive output, including being shut out in their last game.
- Ohio State has historically been a stronger team in this matchup and enters as a heavy favorite. The matchup favors Ohio State based on recent forms and rankings.
- No specific injury data is available from the sourced material for either team at this time.
- The game is hosted at Wisconsinโs home field, Camp Randall Stadium. However, Ohio State's superior form and ranking neutralize the typical home field advantage. The game will be televised nationally on CBS, suggesting significant visibility and motivation for players.
- Ohio State, as the conference and national leader, is highly motivated to maintain their undefeated streak and top ranking. Wisconsin aims to halt a losing skid and avoid further damage to their season, but motivation appears significantly stronger for Ohio State.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Ohio State Buckeyes: -7000, Wisconsin Badgers: 2000 | Ohio State Buckeyes to win | โ โ โ โ โ 95% |
| Spread | Ohio State Buckeyes -25.5: -110, Wisconsin Badgers +25.5: -110 | Ohio State Buckeyes to cover the -25.5 spread | โ โ โ โ โ 90% |
| Over/under | Over 41.5: -105, Under 41.5: -115 | Under 41.5 points | โ โ โ โโ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Ohio State Buckeyes -4% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 41.5 22% |
๐ฅ Best Value Pick: Under 41.5 at 22% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 24.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Ohio State is heavily favored to win decisively against Wisconsin based on current form, rankings, and betting lines. Expect a dominant Ohio State victory with a high probability.
Predicted Score: Ohio State Buckeyes 38 – 10 Wisconsin Badgers