CHECK IT OUT: Best pics from Badgers 31-22 loss to Washington State

Best photos from the Badgers’ disappointing loss

The Badgers travelled to face Washington State this past weekend, losing to the Cougars by a score of 31-22. Wisconsin struggled in the first half and couldn’t overcome a 24-9 deficit after the break.

Part of the early issues the Badgers had was a result of the Cougars’ pass rush with one of the opponent’s first half touchdowns coming on a strip sack by Brennan Jackson with two minutes to go.

A costly fumble (somewhat controversial) by running back Chez Mellusi in the fourth quarter led to a Washington State touchdown, giving the Cougars a nine-point lead with 5:30 left in the game.

Here are some of the best photos from the contest:

Badgers fans react to impressive touchdown throw by Tanner Mordecai

Tanner Mordecai puts on his superhero cape for a score

The Badgers are locked into a close battle with the Washington State Cougars and with 25 seconds left in the third quarter, Wisconsin’s quarterback Tanner Mordecai connected with wide receiver Skyler Bell for a 16-yard touchdown.

Forced to leave the pocket and throw on the run, Mordecai was able to keep his eyes down the field while rolling to his left, bringing the Badgers within two points at 24-22.

After many years of disappointing or stagnant play at signal-caller for Wisconsin, the fans were quick to react to the impressive touchdown online.

Here are some of the best responses following the score:

Wisconsin vs. Washington St: Prediction, point spread, odds, best bet

Can the Badgers cover the spread in Week 2?

The Badgers play the Washington State Cougars on Saturday and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, money line odds and over/under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet.

The game starts at 6:30PM and can be seen on ABC.

Wisconsin is coming off of a 38-17 Week 1 win over Buffalo at home. In the contest, the Badgers’ top two running backs Braelon Allen and Chez Mellusi combined for 298 yards and four touchdowns over 30 carries.

Washington State defeated Colorado State 50-24 with their quarterback Cameron Ward compiling an impressive 451 passing yards and three touchdowns while also leading the team with 40 rushing yards and a score on the ground.

Both teams will be in for a tougher test in Week 2 and this is how BetMGM sees the game going:

  • Point spread: Wisconsin -6
  • Money line: Wisconsin -225 / Washington State +180
  • Over-under: 58

It’s unclear exactly what injuries each team are dealing with but here are their Week 1 injury reports:

Wisconsin:

  • Jordan Turner – Linebacker : Suspended for first half Saturday (Targeting)
  • Cornerbacks Michael Mack and Max Lofy
  • Wide receivers Trech Kekahuna and Tommy McIntosh
  • Tight ends Riley Nowakowski, Cam Large, Angel Toombs and Jack Pugh
  • Safety Jackson Trudgeon
  • Center Jake Renfro
  • Outside linebacker Aaron Witt
  • Offensive lineman Peyton Lange
  • Defensive lineman Isaiah Mullens

Washington State:

  • Offensive lineman Christian Hilborn
  • Offensive lineman Fa’alili Fa’amoe
  • Wide receiver Josh Kelly
  • Linebacker Ahmad McCullough
  • Safety Sam Lockett
  • Defensive back Tanner Moku
  • Defensive back Adrian Wilson
  • Wide receiver Leyton Smithson

This game has revenge written all over it with a Badgers football team that feels like they underperformed in their opener. Washington State’s offense will likely give Wisconsin’s defense some issues, but with the Badgers’ running attack paired with their new “Air Raid” offense, I think that Wisconsin covers on the road this weekend.

Prediction: 34-21 Wisconsin

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PHOTOS: Badgers versus Washington State All-time series

Badgers set to take on Washington State for the third time in program history

The Badgers (1-0) will head to the Pacific Northwest to face off with Washington State on the road at 6:30PM on Saturday.

Wisconsin and Washington State have matched up twice in the past with the overall record sitting at 1-1. Most notably, the two teams met in Week 2 of the 2022 campaign at Camp Randall, with the Cougars coming out on top 17-14.

The two teams also met in 2007 at Camp Randall, with Wisconsin winning emphatically, routing the Cougars 42-21.

Saturday’s contest will be the first time that the Badgers have travelled to face Washington State on the road, but here are some of the best photos from their 2022 matchup:

Washington State vs. Wisconsin, live stream, preview, TV channel, time, how to watch college football

The Washington State Cougars will meet the Wisconsin Badgers in Week 2 of the college football season on Saturday from Camp Randall Stadium.

The Washington State Cougars will meet the Wisconsin Badgers in Week 2 of the college football season on Saturday from Camp Randall Stadium.

Washington is coming off a 24-17 win over Idaho as they look to bring some of that momentum into today’s game. Quarterback Cameron Ward threw for 215 yards and 3 touchdowns last game. Meanwhile, Wisconsin was able to knock off Illinois State 38-0 with starting quarterback Graham Mertz throwing for over 200 yards with a touchdown.

This will be another great day of college football, here is everything you need to know to watch and stream the action on Saturday.

Washington State vs. #19 Wisconsin

  • When: Saturday, September 10
  • Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
  • TV Channel: FOX (4K)
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NCAA Football Odds and Betting Lines

NCAA odds courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook. Odds were updated at 12:00 a.m. ET on Saturday.

Washington State vs. Wisconsin (-17.5)

O/U: 48.5

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Wisconsin vs Washington State Prediction, Game Preview

Wisconsin vs Washington State game preview, prediction, and breakdown for the Week 2 game on Saturday, September 10

Wisconsin vs Washington State prediction, game preview, how to watch. Week 2, Saturday, September 10


Wisconsin vs Washington State How To Watch

Date: Saturday, September 10
Game Time: 3:30 ET
Venue: Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, WI
How To Watch: FOX
Record: Wisconsin (1-0), Washington State (1-0)
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Wisconsin vs Washington State Game Preview

Why Washington State Will Win

Yeah, Wisconsin beat Illinois State 38-0, and yeah, the overall final defensive stats were just fine, but the secondary is still a work in progress.

The Redbirds marched down the field on the first drive, but the UW D came though with a 100-yard pick six to all but end the game in the first quarter.

Now the Badgers get to deal with Cameron Ward.

The Incarnate Word transfer quarterback didn’t set the world on fire in Wazzu’s 24-17 win over Idaho, but the running game was okay – helped by former Badger Nakia Watson’s 117 yards – and the passing game was hardly awful.

Now it’s time for Ward to turn it loose.

On the other side, the Cougar defense that came up with seven sacks and lived in the Vandal backfield should apply consistent pressure, but …

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Why Wisconsin Will Win

Wisconsin got its tune-up in.

It wasn’t quite as dominant as it should’ve been on the ground – a 96-yard Braelon Allen touchdown run made the overall stats better than the running game was – but Graham Mertz was terrific. He threw with confidence, was poised, and he looked like he’s ready to finally breakthrough.

Granted, that was against Illinois State, but it was a good first tune-up. Meanwhile, Idaho stayed alive against the Cougars with enough big plays through the air to make it interesting.

The Badger D, though, will be the backstop. It’ll get consistent pressure on Ward, and …

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What’s Going To Happen

Be careful here. Wisconsin and its great defense traditionally has issues with the sharper, more sophisticated passing teams that test the secondary midrange to deep. Ward will get his shots in.

The problem will be the Badger power on the offensive front. It wasn’t quite there against Illinois State – again, despite the stats – but it’ll take over in the second half here.

There will be a few scary moments, but Wisconsin will have the ball for well over 35 minutes as it wears down the Cougars.

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Wisconsin vs Washington State Prediction, Line

Wisconsin 34, Washington State 16
Line: Wisconsin -17.5, o/u: 46.5
ATS Confidence out of 5: 2
Wisconsin vs Washington State Must See Rating (out of 5): 3

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