No. 2 Nebraska and No. 7 Wisconsin will meet Saturday night in a top-10 clash between two of the most storied programs in college football.
Nebraska enters the game with its highest ranking since 2010. The Cornhuskers have won five consecutive games, including a 42-21 victory over then-No. 6 Michigan on Oct. 29. Quarterback Adrian Martinez has been outstanding for Nebraska this season, with 20 touchdowns and only four interceptions.
Wisconsin has won four straight games since a 38-17 loss to Ohio State on Oct. 15. The Badgers are led by running back Jonathan Taylor, who has rushed for 1,322 yards and 16 touchdowns this season.
The game will be televised on ABC. Here is a preview of the matchup:
Nebraska offense vs. Wisconsin defense
Nebraska’s offense ranks third in the country in scoring (47.3 points per game). The Cornhuskers have a balanced attack, with Martinez leading the passing game and Dedrick Mills leading the rushing attack. Mills has rushed for 993 yards and 12 touchdowns this season.
Wisconsin’s defense is ranked 17th in the country in scoring defense (18.6 points per game). The Badgers are led by linebacker Zack Baun, who has 12.5 sacks this season.
Nebraska defense vs. Wisconsin offense
Nebraska’s defense ranks 11th in the country in scoring defense (17.7 points per game). The Cornhuskers are led by defensive end Ben Stille, who has 7.5 sacks this season.
Wisconsin’s offense ranks 12th in the country in scoring offense (39.6 points per game). The Badgers are led by Taylor, who is averaging 6.6 yards per carry this season.
Special teams
Nebraska’s special teams are ranked 30th in the country. The Cornhuskers are led by punter Caleb Lightbourn, who is averaging 43.3 yards per punt this season.
Wisconsin’s special teams are ranked 11th in the country. The Badgers are led by kicker Evan Hull, who is 20-of-25 on field goals this season.
Prediction
Nebraska is a 6.5-point favorite in the game. The Cornhuskers have a more experienced team and they are playing at home. However, Wisconsin is a tough opponent and they have a lot of talent. This game could go either way, but I think Nebraska will win a close game.
