Many were unsure if it would happen, but with a 38-17 win over Minnesota, last weekend, Wisconsin and Ohio State will face-off for the second time this season. However, this time it will be for more than a regular-season win. This time it is for the Big Ten Championship on Saturday in Indianapolis. The Badgers have revenge on their minds after a 38-7 beatdown at the hands of the Buckeyes on Oct. 26. A win by No. 8 Wisconsin over No. 1 Ohio State could change the outcome of the College Football Playoff.
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Ohio State vs. Wisconsin
- When: Saturday, December 7
- Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- TV: FOX
- Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)
Wisconsin has been waiting weeks to get a second chance at facing the Ohio State after a demoralizing loss showed many of the team’s flaws. Head coach Paul Chryst had a lot of positive things to say about the improvement of his team since its loss to the Buckeyes. During his weekly press conference, Chryst said his team is playing at a higher level than the last time the two teams met. That certainly looked to be the case after the Badgers dominated Minnesota.
Whether it’s October or December, the Badgers offense does its best when Heisman hopeful Jonathan Taylor finds success on the ground. Taylor has a chip on his shoulder after being held to a season-low 52 yards rushing in the first matchup. Quarterback Jack Coan will also need to have his best game of the season to make sure that Ohio State isn’t solely focused on the running game. He threw for just 108 yards and one touchdown in the first matchup. On the defensive side, the Buckeyes need to keep an eye on senior linebacker Chris Orr, who had six total tackles and one sack in the first matchup.
Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields, another Heisman hopeful, will be playing in the game despite some pain he is feeling in his strained knee. He aggravated it during a 56-27 thumping of Michigan last weekend. He’ll be wearing a brace on his left leg, which will no doubt limit his running capabilities. Fields threw for 167 yards and two touchdowns in the first game vs. Wisconsin and rushed for 28 yards. The Badgers defense has to prepare for the explosiveness of running back J.K. Dobbins, who has shined in the last two games against Penn State and Michigan and killed the Badgers for 163 yards on 20 carries. Just as big of an impact player on the defensive side of the ball is Chase Young, who tallied four sacks in the first matchup. He’s considered by most observers to be the best defensive player in the country this season.
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