Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Wisconsin Badgers Betting Picks & Predictions
Wisconsin will beat Rutgers, with a projected score of Wisconsin 27, Rutgers 13. Uncertainty surrounding Rutgers quarterback Dylan Lonergan and receiver KJ Duff gives the Badgers the strongest matchup advantage entering November 7. That favors Wisconsin outright, but neither Wisconsin -17 (-110) nor the 45.5 total offers a demonstrated betting edge. The official recommendation is Pass, with low forecast confidence.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Wisconsin Badgers prediction and best bet
Wisconsin is the pick because Rutgers faces consequential questions about its passing personnel. Lonergan missed the October 31 Michigan game, and Duff was limited after appearing to aggravate a lower-body injury. Their uncertain availability makes it harder to trust Rutgers to produce enough offense to win this road matchup.
The distinction is between choosing a winner and paying for a margin. Wisconsin -17 (-110) requires a victory by at least 18 points to cash. Our Wisconsin 27, Rutgers 13 forecast falls short of that threshold, but the uncertainty surrounding both the margin and scoring keeps Rutgers +17 from becoming an official selection. Best bet: Pass.
Odds, game time and how to watch
Game: Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Wisconsin Badgers, 2026 college football season, Saturday, November 7.
Kickoff: 4:15 p.m. ET, 3:15 p.m. local time.
Venue: Camp Randall Stadium.
Television: Big Ten Network. Radio: RWJBarnabas Health Rutgers Sports Network.
SportsJaw odds: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +17 (-110); Wisconsin Badgers -17 (-110). Moneyline: Rutgers Scarlet Knights +600; Wisconsin Badgers -900. Total: Over 45.5 (-110); Under 45.5 (-110).