The Michigan State Spartans (2-2) visit the Wisconsin Badgers (3-1) on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, WI. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:30 PM ET, and the game airs on Big Ten Network (BTN). DraftKings lists the spread at WIS -10 with a total of 44.5; moneylines are Michigan State +310 · Wisconsin -395. Below is our Michigan State vs Wisconsin preview with the latest odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under, kickoff time, TV channel and where to watch, plus a look at each team’s season so far, head coach and key players. Lines may move before kickoff.
Michigan State vs Wisconsin Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Michigan State at Wisconsin |
| Records | Michigan State 2-2 · Wisconsin 3-1 |
| Spread | WIS -10 |
| Moneyline | Michigan State +310 · Wisconsin -395 |
| Total | 44.5 |
| Venue | Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, WI |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 12:30 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | Big Ten Network (BTN) |
| Head Coaches | Michigan State: HC Pat Fitzgerald, OC Nick Sheridan · Wisconsin: HC Luke Fickell, OC Jeff Grimes |
Michigan State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Michigan State Spartans are 2-2 overall, 0-1 in Big Ten play. Results to date: Sep 4 — W 30-20 vs Toledo; Sep 12 — W 35-7 vs Eastern Michigan; Sep 19 — L 27-10 at Notre Dame; Sep 26 — L 31-13 vs Nebraska. Most recently, Michigan State lost to Nebraska 31-13 at home. Through 4 games, Michigan State is averaging 22.0 points scored and 21.2 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Pat Fitzgerald (first season in charge). Offensive coordinator: Nick Sheridan. Defensive coordinators: Max Bullough / Joe Rossi.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Alessio Milivojevic (QB) — 65/97, 748 yards, 3 TD, 3 INT
- Rushing leader: Cam Edwards (RB) — 64 carries, 304 yards, 3 TD
- Receiving leader: Rodney Bullard Jr. (WR) — 14 receptions, 193 yards, 1 TD
- Sacks leader: Eli Coenen (DL) — 3 sacks
- Tackles leader: Devin Vaught (S) — 26 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Alessio Milivojevic (65/97, 748 yards, 3 TD, 3 INT). Questions: The response to a 31-13 loss to Nebraska.
Wisconsin Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Wisconsin Badgers are 3-1 overall, 1-0 in Big Ten play. Results to date: Sep 6 — L 41-13 at Notre Dame (neutral site); Sep 12 — W 36-9 vs Western Illinois; Sep 19 — W 54-10 vs Eastern Michigan; Sep 26 — W 24-20 at Penn State. Most recently, Wisconsin beat Penn State 24-20 on the road. Through 4 games, Wisconsin is averaging 31.8 points scored and 20.0 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Luke Fickell (head coach since 2023). Offensive coordinator: Jeff Grimes. Defensive coordinator: Mike Tressel.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Colton Joseph (QB) — 72/123, 987 yards, 7 TD, 5 INT
- Rushing leader: Abu Sama III (RB) — 28 carries, 190 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving leader: Tyrell Henry (WR) — 24 receptions, 307 yards, 1 TD
- Sacks leader: Sebastian Cheeks (LB) — 2.5 sacks
- Tackles leader: Cooper Catalano (LB) — 35 total tackles
Strengths: An offense averaging 31.8 points per game; a defense holding opponents to 20.0 points per game. Questions: Ball security at quarterback (5 interceptions for Colton Joseph).
How to Watch Michigan State vs Wisconsin
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Kickoff: 12:30 PM ET
- Venue: Camp Randall Stadium, Madison, WI
- TV / Streaming: Big Ten Network (BTN)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN on September 28, 2026. Lines may move before kickoff. Records, results and season stats via ESPN; coaching staffs per 2026 staff listings. This page is an informational matchup preview only.