Wisconsin opens as double-digit favorites vs. Michigan State in Week 5

After upsetting Penn State, it comes as no surprise that the Wisconsin Badgers are massive favorites against Michigan State. This Week 5 matchup is important for numerous reasons, but none more than the fact that it's UW's 2026 Big Ten home opener. If Camp Randall Stadium doesn't support this team a

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What is the story about?

After upsetting Penn State, it comes as no surprise that the Wisconsin Badgers are massive favorites against Michigan State.

This Week 5 matchup is important for numerous reasons, but none more than the fact that it's UW's 2026 Big Ten home opener.

If Camp Randall Stadium doesn't support this team after they just took down the Nittany Lions, what will it take to get Luke Fickell

and Co. back on track?

For now, though, all focus remains on the Spartans, a team that is 2-2 (0-1).

MSU took down Toledo, 30-20, and then beat Eastern Michigan, 35-7. They've dropped their last two games to Notre Dame (27-10) and Nebraska (31-13).

Wisconsin Badgers vs. Michigan State Spartans early betting odds

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— Wisconsin Football (@BadgerFootball) September 27, 2026

Odds courtesy of Hard Rock Bet

Spread: Wisconsin -10.5 (-110),

Michigan State +10.5 (-110)

Over-Under: Over 44.5 (-110), Under 44.5 (-110)

Money Line: Wisconsin -500, Michigan State +350

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