Wisconsin vs. Rutgers prediction: odds, expert picks, names you should know, betting trends and stats

After a strong start to the season, Rutgers (4-1, 1-1) suffered their first loss of the season at Nebraska. It was a low-scoring game that the Cornhuskers controlled for most of the game. Only a touchdown pass from Athan Kaliakmanis towards the end of the 4th^Th Quarter that the Scarlet Knights were able to get within one point. Luckily for sports bettors, they were able to cover the opening line of +7.5

Meanwhile, Wisconsin (3-2, 1-1) enters the game looking to build on its dominant 52-6 win over Purdue that evened its record in conference play.

The Scarlet Knights are led by senior RB Kyle Monangai, who has posted 667 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns this season, averaging an impressive 5.8 yards per carry. Since they were unable to get their ground game going last week, they will need to apply pressure from the offensive line to stay in the game.

Wisconsin’s offense proved they could be strong and efficient in their win over Purdue. Braedyn Locke threw for 359 yards, 3 TDs and 2 INTs. Even Tawee Walker had a monster game on the floor without Chez Mellusi.

Wisconsin is currently on a five-game winning streak against the Scarlet Knights, with their biggest win coming in 2021 (53-2).

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Game details and how to watch Wisconsin vs. Rutgers

• Date: Saturday, October 12, 2024
• Time: 12:00 PM EST
• Website: SHI Stadium
• City: Piscataway, NJ
• TV/Streaming: Big Ten Network

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Wisconsin vs. Rutgers odds

• Money line: Wisconsin (+120), Rutgers (-140)
• Spread: Rutgers -2.5
• In total: 39.5

*Odds courtesy of BetMGM

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Betting insights and predictions

NBC Sports Bet’s Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas) has his eye on the UNDER 39.5 total:
“After reporting on Rutgers +7.5 last week, I think you should think about going back to the Scarlet Knights in this contest, but not the spread, but the total. Although they struggled on offense, their defense was able to hold Nebraska to 14 points and just 261 yards of total offense. It’s a defensive battle and the under should be the move. Their offense is heavily staffed and is unlikely to lead to big plays. In addition, Wisconsin’s defense is criminally underappreciated. They have held three of their last four opponents under 20 points. Such a low total is certainly scary, but it is something you may want to consider.”

From the Trading Desk at BetMGM Courtesy of John Ewing: National Championship

Line movement (last week to now)
· Ohio State +375 to +300
· Texas +500 to +450
· Georgia +650 to +500

Highest ticket percentage
· Ohio State 15.4%
Texas 11.9%
· Georgia 11.5%

Highest grip %
· Georgia 17.6%
· Ohio State 17.3%
Texas 11.6%

Largest Liabilities
· Tennessee
· Ohio State
· Colorado

Names to know for Wisconsin vs. Rutgers

• Wisconsin Badgers: RB Tawee Walker: With Chez Mellusi retiring from football for the foreseeable future, Walker will take the lead in the Badgers’ backfield. He has rushed for 241 yards on 57 carries and has scored 6 touchdowns already this season.
• Rutgers Scarlet Knights: RB Kyle Monangai: Monangai has emerged as a key player with his 667 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns. He averages 5.8 yards per carry. He had three games with at least 100 rushing yards, in one of which he surpassed 200 yards.

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Top betting trends and insights ahead of Wisconsin vs. Rutgers

• Wisconsin is 1-4 against the spread this season.
• Rutgers is 4-1 against the spread this season.
• Wisconsin is 0-1 against the away team
• Rutgers is a 2-0 favorite against the spread
• The OVER is 3-2 in Wisconsin games this season.
• The OVER is 1-5 in Rutgers games this season.

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· Drew Dinsick (@whale_capper)
· Jay Croucher (@croucherJD)
· Eric Froton (@CFFroton)
· Vaughn Dalzell (@VmoneySports)
· Brad Thomas (@MrBraThomas)