The Iowa Hawkeyes remained ranked in the US LBM Coaches Poll, but not in the AP Top 25. Regardless, they open as slight favorites vs. Wisconsin in Week 9.
Big Noon Kickoff gets a big time Hawkeyes vs. Badgers showdown on Halloween, one that will directly impact each of these teams' trajectories for the rest of the season.
The Badgers were unranked in the Coaches Poll, but for the first time since 2023, they saw a number attached to their name in the AP Poll.
No. 25 Wisconsin heads to Kinnick Stadium for a sold-out battle, and the early betting odds are giving the home team the benefit of the doubt.
Wisconsin Badgers vs. Iowa Hawkeyes early betting odds
Odds courtesy of Hard Rock Bet
Spread: Wisconsin +3.5 (-120), Iowa -3.5 (+100)
Over-Under: Over 37.5 (-105), Under 37.5 (-115)
Money Line: Wisconsin +135,
Iowa -165
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