Wisconsin Badgers vs. Middle Tennessee State: Week 2 Preview and Predictions

Wisconsin's Week 2 game against Middle Tennessee presents an opportunity to refine their strategies and build confidence before entering a tougher stretch of their schedule. With Billy Edwards Jr. sidelined due to injury, sophomore Danny O’Neil steps into the starting quarterback role, providing a fresh dynamic to the offense. O’Neil’s performance in relief against Miami (OH), completing 12 of 19 passes for 120 yards and a touchdown, offers a glimpse of his potential. The Badgers' offensive line is undergoing adjustments, with Riley Mahlman shifting to left tackle and Emerson Mandell taking over at right tackle. This reshuffling aims to optimize the line's performance and provide better protection for O’Neil. Defensively, Wisconsin is looking to replicate their dominant performance against Miami (OH), where they recorded a shutout. Key to their success is maintaining pressure on the quarterback and forcing turnovers. Middle Tennessee, coming off a loss to Austin Peay, struggled on both sides of the ball, giving the Badgers an opportunity to exploit their weaknesses. The game also marks the celebration of Wisconsin's Athletic Hall of Fame class, adding an extra layer of significance to the event. This year’s class includes notable figures such as Mohammed Ahmed, Molly Engstrom, and Joe Pavelski.

Danny O’Neil will start at quarterback due to Billy Edwards Jr.’s injury.

Wisconsin is favored by 28.5 points.

The game will air on FS1.

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