Following a second-straight field goal loss, this time a 13-10 defeat at the hands of Maryland, the Nebraska Cornhuskers have opened as a touchdown underdog for their road matchup against the Wisconsin Badgers, according to Bet MGM. The spread has since slid down slightly in favor of the Cornhuskers, with Wisconsin now a six-point favorite.
The Huskers and Badgers are set to kick off at 6:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, with the game televised nationally on NBC.
After winning five of six games following an 0-2 start, the Cornhuskers have lost back-to-back games to Michigan State and Maryland by a combined six points. Prior to defeating the Cornhuskers, both the Spartans and Terrapins were coming off extensive losing streaks, a six-game losing streak for Michigan State and a four-game losing streak for Maryland.
On the other side of the field, Wisconsin has lost four of their last five games, including three straight to Ohio State, Indiana, and Northwestern. The Badgers have dealt with numerous injuries throughout the season, including quarterback Tanner Mordecai and running back Chaz Mellusi.
Wisconsin leads the series all-time between the two programs 12-4, including winning nine straight since 2012.
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- Point spread: Wisconsin -6
- Over-under: 34.5 Points
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