Here’s everything you need to know about the Wisconsin-BYU football game on Saturday, including how to bet and how to watch online.
Week three in college football might finally present a test for the Wisconsin Badgers. Even though the Badgers got off to slow starts in their first two games, they eventually got things going and put together two dominant victories (34-3 over Western Kentucky and 45-14 over New Mexico). Now, they will face a BYU team that could present a tougher test.
The BYU Cougars are only 1-1, but they looked solid in their opener in Tucson. The defense shut down electric quarterback Khalil Tate, and the offense did just enough to get the job done. They couldn’t get a win against California, but the defense again held it together and kept the game close.
Wisconsin has gotten off the slow starts, and with the way BYU comes out on defense, things could be very interesting at the start. The key for Wisconsin is to keep things balanced and limit negative plays early. The offensive line is top notch, and running back Jonathan Taylor is a Heisman candidate for a reason. They need to avoid turnovers and get on the board early.
For the Cougars, the plan is simple. The defense needs to start things off with a statement. Getting a turnover to shift momentum early would help their thoughts of an upset, and if their quarterback, Tanner Mangum, can be smart with the football, there is a chance for them to hang around.
How to watch and bet on Wisconsin – BYU
- Date: Saturday, Sept. 15
- Time: 3:30 p.m.
- Location: Madison, WI
- Stadium: Camp Randall Stadium
- Spread: Wisconsin -21.5
- TV channel: ABC
- Live Stream: FuboTV
Prediction: While BYU has a better defense than the other two opponents Wisconsin has seen, this Badgers are experienced, disciplined, and balanced. Jonathan Taylor can carry the offense, and the defense, led by T.J. Edwards, can make life very difficult. Expect another slow start from Paul Chryst’s team, but also strong finish that will see them fall just short of covering the big spread.
Final score: Wisconsin 34, BYU 14